Sean Q.
- 4 reviews
Awesome family all rounder - shame they're not made any more
Purchased a 3.6L VF Calais Nitrate ex. demo with 3,000 kms on the dial from Watson Holden. Now at 96,000. I'll focus on the car but Watson Holden have been fantastic in sales and service.
We purchased the VF Wagon for family duties. It gets used daily for trips ~30km and then for 200-300 km on the weekend when we go surfing or visit family out in the sticks.
What I like about it:
- Comfort - it's so quiet and refined around town and on the freeway
- Running costs - Currently averaging 10.1 l/100km (hwy around 7-8), uses 91RON, tyres last arou...Read more
nd 70k with rotations every second service, service every 9m/15,000 kms and have never payed more than $220 for a service. No warranty or change over parts needed so far - still on original pads. - Safe - airbags everywhere, good visibility, rear cross traffic alert and blindspot detection - Great sound system, awesome with a slimline subwoofer added (I installed a pioneer and it pumps). The bluetooth/MyLink is quiet, works reliably with all of our phones. - Full sized spare.
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PanchoSydney, NSW
The best left till last !
How good is this Calais V with LS 3 V8, my daily driver that puts a smile on the dial every time behind the wheel. Can sit 3 mates and 4 sets of clubs comfortably in the boot on long trips or short haul with the family. My early 911 might handle better but the Calais is hard to beat as a powerful all rounder, no better value.
Purchased in October 2021 at Holden Dealers for $50,000.00.
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HibulletForster
- 2 reviews
- 3 likes
VF 2 SPORTWAGON.....WITHOUT DOUBT THE BEST VALUE LARGE CAR
Having driven large European cars over the last 20 years, [ some from new], I can't be happier with my VF2 Sportwagon. It was assembled in the last fortnight of production and the quality of finish can't be faulted.
I would highly recommend the purchase of a low mileage well serviced VF2. The opportunity to own such a high value, quality car will unlikely be repeated.
A recent test drive of a top of the line 7 seater SUV, reinforced our decision to buy this large car, rather than a SUV.
If you enjoy driving, and want a large car, this is t...Read more
he choice. SUVs have improved over time but are still 'truck like'. What a shame SUVs, which are in most cases, more harmful to the environment, and have taken the joy out of driving, have contributed to the end of production of such a fine car as the Commodore VF2.Purchased in January 2021.
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Adam R.South East Queensland, QLD
BEST CAR I HAVE OWNED
2014 SV6 SEDAN.
Best car I have owned. Bought second hand with 50,000kms on the clock. Now has just over 85,000kms and have never had a single issue with the car at all. Awesome to drive. The MyLink system is great and easy to use. Cant complain at all.
Purchased in October 2021 for $25,000.00.
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2015 SV6 Storm best buy for the $
Love this car. Best value car for the $. Economical .9 to 10 liters per 100 KLM around town. 6.4 to 7.5 highway driving. Perfect mechanically. Always serviced at Holden dealership. Powerful and beautiful premium Prussian Steel paint. Roomy. Would have liked full fold down rear seat and Hurrican mufflers but hey, this is a superb car and a keeper. Better than the new BMW, Turbo Falcon and Jag I used to drive. Buy one while you still can with low mileage. Cheers.
Purchased in January 2021 at Eagers Holden Brisbane for $35,000.00.
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aussie_cameronCentral Highlands and Goldfields, VIC
- 9 reviews
- 1 like
Love driving this car
Bought the VF Sportswagon back in Feb 2015, had to wait a few weeks as I wanted the 2015 model with additional features. Everyone who’s been in the car loves it. Lots of space, smooth, fairly quiet, leather interior, handles well and goes like the living Jesus when you want it too. Pretty good on juice does about 800klms to the 80 litre tank. Best car ever, will keep it for a while yet!
Purchased in February 2021 at Holden Dealers.
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RonakMistryGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 10 reviews
- 2 likes
this is one of the good car i am driving
it seem very spacious, 3.6 LPG is with great power, nice driving experience, it is very economical as it on LPG and i see my fuel expanse has gone down by 45% monthly. it did come with spare wheel. can not complain much. hope to use it for long time.
Purchased in April 2021 for $17,500.00.
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Amanda CIllawarra, NSW
- 5 reviews
- 2 likes
Absolutely love this car, best purchase to date!
We drive this car for everyday driving and far travels, best car for road trips! The interior is perfect and the black edition is by far the best release of the SV6’s
Purchased in March 2021 at Holden Dealers for $24,990.00.
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S.GAdelaide
- 12 reviews
- VF (Sedan) (2013-2017)
- Verified purchase
Wouldn’t dream of any other car.
I bought a beautiful red VF ssv redline about 2 years ago. Start of 2017. It caught my eye and every other vf that I looked at just didn’t appeal to me and I kept going back to the exact car that caught my eye from the moment I saw it. I knew it was the one! So I bought it. And it’s the best car I’ve ever owned in my life it was 2014 model. It has so much power I loved it! So immaculate and fancy inside and out, handles very very well and never ever found one problem with it. It may be a V8 but it’s still the perfect car for that ideal family who love style and class. It has the special car seat safety harness attachments inside the seats too so extra safe for a baby!
Purchased in February 2021 at Holden Dealers for $48,439.00.
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JayWellington
Comfortable large performance sedan with attitude when needed.
I bought this car second hand, one year old. Very comfortable and spacious, with a cavernous 495 litre boot. I take it to work daily and always look forward to driving it. Putting your foot down, the engine comes to life and you get pushed back in your seat with all the torque- your fuel economy will plummet though as the 6.2 litre LS3 engine can gobble fuel when pushed. I average 8.5 litres/100km highway and 17 in town.
I get the car serviced once a year and so far have had no issues (just a year so far).
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squeaks or rattles. Soft touch materials on some surfaces with a chunky, great feeling steering wheel and a snickety manual gear change. I love this vehicle- the only downside for me is the high fuel consumption when pushed.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
SamBrisbane
Great car.... if it wasn't a lemon. BAD ELECTRICS
I've recently sold my 2014 Holden Commodore SSV sedan in an amazing Prussian Steel. It's probably one of the most heartbreaking things I've had to do. It's equivalent to a breakup in my opinion.
I'd bought it in January 2018 with 86,000kms on the odometer for $32,000 and traded it in last week on Friday with 102,000 for $18,000. It's not a very long time to have such a beautiful car. I hope the dealer I sold it to manages to fix it so no one else has to deal with the burden.
Over the duration of owning it had it's steering rack replaced (...Read more
common occurrence) been serviced 2 times (at the times it needed service) had lube mobile come out 4 times($80 per callout) for an issue where it wouldn't start and have it at their workshop once to try their luck by replacing the fuel pump and battery (which didn't fix it) which cost me almost $800. Was advised it could be a series of things, only way to know is by doing them one at a time which would cost upwards of $5000 which I do not have the money for as I am and only me paying for myself and my partners food, rent, insurance for our cars, registration for our cars and fuel for our cars plus all other bills that people have. My partner is studying and drives to uni and my working hours means I can't borrow her car all the time. At the time of purchase we were in a better financial standing with her working. I had to get loans from my parents to pay for the "repairs" on this car. Holden wouldn't help because it was out of warranty and lube mobile were going to charge thousands to maybe fix it. Just severely disappointed, my first ever car that I was proud to drive, just had to be a lemon.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
GG1
- 5 reviews
- VF (Wagon) (2013-2017)
- Verified purchase
Great v6
I have had about 11 cars in 18 years - all from different makers, from Hiunday to Ford, to Renault and Kia - all sports cars. My partner’s had Holdens before. I never did. I really enjoy driving my SW and forget there is a V6 under the bonnet. The dealership was pretty good too and not too pushy.
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JadeGold Coast
- 12 reviews
- 1 like
- VF (Sedan) (2013-2017)
- Verified purchase
Best family car
I’ve had my 2013 vf for just over two years now and I love it! I have four kids and they’re is plenty of room for them ranging in ages 10years-2years old. I love all the features from remote start which is a life saver on hot days to cool the car down before we get in, comfortable seats which have multiple positions, the boot is huge it doesn’t look like it from the outside but it’s seriously huge. I’ve driven multiple long trips with my kids between qld/nsw with ease, everybody’s so comfortable so it makes it a breaze. It’s our everyday purpos...Read more
e car, school runs, shopping, sporting activities, it’s very reliable and the only thing I’ve had to replace is tyres and a battery! We picked ours up sv6 2013 for $19,000 and it’s the best $19k I’ve spent!Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
K A WNewcastle
- 8 reviews
- 2 likes
Great Big Australian
I purchased the last of the Australian built SV6 Commodore Wagon. I love this car so much and still look forward to my 30min drive to work each day. The quality is excellent and the amount of tech astounded me. This car self parks (thought I wouldn’t use it but I do) auto headlights and great sound system and Sat nav. Such a shame we don’t build in Australia anymore. My last Aussie built car was a 1967 HR Premier i used back in the 70’s. On average its sitting on 9.4 L per 100km so not bad for a great big Australian.
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AidanMildura
- 2 reviews
- 1 like
Final Holden made in Aus!
Fantastic car! The last ever made in Australia and we are glad we bought one. Used daily for family travel this car provided comfort as well as luxury. Getting serviced every 6-8months is working well, still only on our first set of breaks but third set of tires, the down side to low profile tires.
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Paulkit
- 5 reviews
Nice car with all bells and whistles
Bought our Holden Calais VF in 2016 from Brighton Holden., best decision we made. We have had a BMW and other cars but this one ticked all the boxes. It is powerful, spacious, latest tech, drives well, mileage is good too. My wife loves it's self parking function and the Bose speakers
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AdamGeelong
- 8 reviews
Get what you pay for
Car drives well. Handling is good. Road noise is average. Interior doesn't differ too much from the ve and is starting to look a bit dated already. Bluetooth is a nice function. Econony is right on what you would expect. Overall the car is fine without being fantastic. Good value for money
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Warren
- 2 reviews
- VF (Wagon) (2013-2017)
- Verified purchase
Very pleased
This is my seventh Holden and I have never had any problems with any of them. I bought it second hand one year old. Our family has owned many different makes and models and I rate this the the best car I have owned. It is quiet on the road, handles well and is comfortable. I use it mainly for long trips and it is surprisingly economical for a big car. Only thing I have had replaced was a broken dust seal around the latch on the tailgate and this was done under warranty. Capped servicing is reasonable compared with other cars I have compared it with. Pity it is the last of the rear drive Aussie cars.
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Jack MehoffSydney
- 5 reviews
- 5 likes
Great car, but few problems
Was a great car to buy brand new. Just a few finish problems, the unit under the passenger seat is loose and allows water in.
The passenger seat cover (standard) lifts at the base.
The MyLink is super buggy but can live with it.
Has plenty of room in all aspects, leg, boot and rear passenger.
Gearbox was way too soft.
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Tom SeafordMelbourne
- 3 reviews
why is Lpg not popular any more
Just went back to owning a Commodore wagon. I had a Mitsubishi triton diesel for about 7 years, I got fed up with the running costs especially when diesel hit $1.59 a litre, service costs, and it needed a new set of injectors. (4-5 thousand) I bought an ex government Commodore Lpg wagon. Brilliant car, heaps of extras on the basic model, 650ks to a tank around town, I can almost drive to Sydney for a tank of gas, eat your heart out Tesla.
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Questions & Answers
adaptiveAxis351asked
I'm considering buying a v6 commodore and was wondering does the 2017 VF2 have the fancy interior lights like the ssv redline, at night under the head unit just in front Of The gear stick, just courious?
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Wyndhamasked
Can u put gas in a 2013 vf ssv ute?
If so at what expense?
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Cobyasked
Where is the boot light fuse located in a 2015 Calais v series 2 sedan?
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