Redbook 2003 holden calais

In 2003, the range also saw the introduction of the first commodorebased allwheel drive variants, including the holden adventra vy wagon. Traction control was on, had about 2500rpm stall on. The brand new vn, first completely new commodore since the vb, is longer, wider, roomier, better equipped and more powerful than the vl. It was the first iteration of the fourth generation of this australianmade model. For nearly 20 years, the local calais moniker has delivered holden a solid seller in the large luxury car market, keeping at bay most other local contenders most notably fords fairmont ghia and the mitsubishi verada of the past. Click download to get the full free document, or view any other calais pdf totally free. Its no real surprise, because holden promised 2003 would be the biggest newmodel year in its history. Redbooks used car price search lets you check the value of a new car before you buy or sell.

Performance is good for a big car, build quality is much better than previous holdens, looks good and is relatively cheap to run the amount of petrol it uses really depends on how you drive it, can be as good as 10l100kms or up to 1516l100kms. This car is in good clean condition for its age and amount of use. The protection for other road users rating indicates the level of protection that a vehicle provides for other unprotected road users other car drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists or motorcyclists in the event of a crash. Learn more about the my16 commodore calais vseries sedans myholden connect system here and get the most out of your holden. Used holden calais car sales 2003 holden calais for sale. The holden commodore is an automobile produced by the holden division of general motors gm in. It was the fourth and final iteration of the third generation of this. Calais vseries in phantom this is where the compromise ends. Find holden calais cars for sale in australia on the tradingpost australias favourite way to buy and sell for almost 50 years. Holden special vehicles hsv is the officially designated performance vehicle division of holden. Holden unveiled the allnew holden commodore range, designed and engineered to extend a decadelong record as australias best selling car. Holden calais latest prices, best deals, specifications. View the price range of all holden commodores from 1978 to 2020.

Holden calais 2015 vf my15, sedan 4dr spts auto 6sp 3. Whilst driving, i get the esp and abs failed on the dash, and it will not disapear unless i turn the engine off and on. Holden commodore executive vy 2003 silver wagon towbar roof rack. Developed by gm, the l67 engine was based on the naturally aspirated l36 but had several significant differences. The car also wore a holden by design body kit and spoiler, and had the optional leathertrim interior. May 24, 2012 my 05 vz calais has been playing up lately. Used 2003 holden calais vy ii black 4 speed automatic sedan for sale in brighton sa at hove car sales.

Apr 11, 2004 details and pics of the vn model holden commodore. Sep 03, 2016 the single greatest issue is the timing chain fault that the v6 engine is very common for. The zb is the first commodore series in more than 30 years to be offered with a fourcylinder engine. Holden s calais is all class holden s commodore isnt australias favorite car without good reason, and the latest rangetopping calais vseries has stepped up to the plate with genuine luxury and style. It brought along leather trim and extra standard features. Based on thousands of real life sales we can give you the most accurate valuation of your vehicle. Engine horsepower and torque curve for holden calais v8 aut. Check the red book to see the market value of the car depending on its. Holden calais 20 onwards a high percentage of vf calais. The holden commodore ve is an executive car that was produced by the australian manufacturer holden from 2006 to 20. Ive just got a 3 cat back exhaust system and found theres heaps of torque at mid to low when you want to open her up.

Used 2003 holden calais vy quicksilver 4 speed automatic sedan for sale in derwent park tas at car mart hobart. Unveiled after the series ii changes in 2003, the first application o the new system was the holden adventra, a raised vy. It was the first iteration of the third generation of this australian made model and the last one to be powered by a locally made v8 engine 1999. Set of 4 gold rims with 2255516 tyres in good condition suit bmw 3 series 5 series holden commodore calais berlina executive omega ve vy vr vt vx vh vn vs vb ect highway tyre plus for more info plz call or msg me 1968 hume highway campbellfield vic 3061 ask for alan plz thanks highway tyre plus. Established in 1987 and based in clayton, victoria, the company modified holden models such as the standard wheelbase commodore, long wheelbase caprice and commercial ute for domestic and export sale. The model range is available in the following body types starting. New radiator, new belt tensioner, new brakepads x 4, recent service, tow bar, new fuel filter. Turn excitement up a level and get behind the wheel in this 2003 holden calais calais. This excellent vy will appeal to first car buyers looking for 3. Redbook s used car price search lets you check the value of a new car before you buy or sell. Used holden calais for sale auto trader new zealand. Holden vy calais 2003 model v6 supercharged factory l67 v6 supercharged not converted automatic 183,000 klms charcoal interior holden by design factory vdo gps sunroof boot spoiler 18 inch j series wheels quicksilver in immaculate condition tinted windows 2nd owner brand new suspension with ssl front sssl rear springs. Dec 15, 2012 simply select your car, rate it out of 5 for practicality, reliability running costs, on the road and tell us what you love about it, or what annoys you it takes less than five minutes, but you will be helping other new car buyers make an informed decision.

Use our free online car valuation tool to find out exactly how much your car is worth today. I am only selling because i want to buy another car. Save your favourites and contact dealers with auto trader new zealand. Hi guys and girls here selling my 2003 holden vy v6 3. By peter maniatis 28102005 it started with the vt commodore in 1997 and it ends with the vz in 2005 and the gm2800 underpinnings on which the vtvz models have been based has been an ample platform for creating what has perennially been australias most popular large car. A modern engine, bigger wheels and subtle styling revisions almost take care of our main gripes with the new vy commodore. The holden calais also received a protection for other road users rating in the ucsr report. New holden berlina, the epitome of sophisticated motoring.

Find out how it drives and what features set the 2003 holden calais apart from its main rivals. The price range for the holden calais varies based on the trim level you choose. Holden ve commodore common problems warriewood mechanic. Compare prices of all holden commodores sold on carsguide over the last 6 months. Has full hbd options body kit ect car is in good shape has been resprayed in ppg all over not long ago. Every time we turn around lately there is another holden in the roadtest garage. It was the third iteration of the third generation of this australian made model. Drives great, provided with current roadworthy certificate. The holden commodore is a medium to large sedan sold by holden since 1978.

Holden commodore 25th anniversary cars for sale in australia. All holden calais ve sedan versions offered for the year 2007 with complete specs, performance and technical data in the catalogue of cars. Factory stock holden vyii calais 0100kmph run, this car is super fast for one out of the box, this video has not been edited in anyway. It was manufactured from 1978 to 2017 in australia and from 1979 to 1990 in new zealand, with production in australia ending on 20 october 2017. The holden commodore vt is an executive car that was produced by the australian manufacturer holden from 1997 to 2000. Weve had everything from the vectra to the rodeo, with a tasty sidetrack into monaro and hsv country, and now were back out again with the latest update on the commodore. It was the second iteration of the third generation of this australian made model. We tested the calais vseries with holden s standout sidi direct injection v6 and this pack. The holden commodore vz is a full size car that was produced by the australian manufacturer holden from 2004 to 2006 as a sedan, and to 2007 as a wagon and ute sold alongside the new ve series. Visit the drive online showroom and get a quote for any new car directly from local dealers. Its range included the luxury variants, holden berlina ve and holden calais ve. Unfortunately the holden v6 is known for stretched timing chains which is a very costly fix. We have addressed this in a previous blog post which can be found at the following link.

Compare prices of all holden calais s sold on carsguide over the last 6 months. The ride in the old calais was perhaps more luxurious, although the new one remains a comfortable car. You will find here specs and performance data of all holden cars. The holden commodore vx is an executive car that was produced by the australian manufacturer holden from 2000 to 2002. We are the preeminent provider of new car prices, values, vehicle identification and pricing information in australia and the asia pacific region. All holden commodore vy sedan versions offered for the year 2003 with complete specs, performance and technical data in the catalogue of cars. Jan 06, 2010 i bought a 2006 calais v 6ltr 2 months ago and are more than happy with the sound and power it puts out.

Its range included the luxury variants, holden berlina vy and holden calais vy. We are the preeminent provider of new car prices, values, vehicle. Its range included the luxury variants, holden berlina vt and holden calais vt but not a new generation utility version. The ssv and calais v both 2006 models have the same fe2 suspension in which it feels quite comfortable to drive for me. Overall, this feels like a wellsorted european car, which is what it is. Find out what theyre like to drive, and what problems they have. Specifications catalogue of the holden cars, all models and versions. From the 2006 ve model onwards, the calais presented as a relatively affordable luxury sedan or. Holden calais miscellaneous documents 2017 2017 find a repair guide. What tire size for holden calais v6 in 2003, the model offered up to july 2003 for australia. Six years after the debut of the holden commodore, an upmarket variant called the calais was added to the range. Actual specifications for this vehicle may differ, please confirm. In contrast, holden s system screams hysterically and is clumsy and jerky.

August 2003 build date december 2003 compliance date december 2003 stock. The holden commodore vy is an executive car that was produced by the australian manufacturer holden from 2002 to 2004. All holden commodore ss vy sedan versions offered for the year 2003 with complete specs, performance and technical data in the catalogue of cars. It works brilliantly on indifferent kiwi and aussie roads because holden engineers spent many months and drove many local miles to retune the car to suit us. Horsepowertorque curve for 2003 holden calais v8 aut. Holden calais parts and equipment can be found on gumtree. L67 0100 run factory stock holden calais 2003 youtube.