Camaro Gets Set For Oz!
MOTOR Magazine Australia|October 2017

STOP, PRESS! HSV’s secret plan to right-hook Chevy’s cult coupe!

Camaro Gets Set For Oz!

HSV IS developing a factory-approved right-hand drive conversion for the Chevrolet Camaro as part of a new deal to continue as Holden’s performance partner.

With the blessing of GM bosses in Detroit, a locally adapted version of the mid-line Camaro SS will be sold through HSV’s existing dealer network by late next year

Powered by a 339kW LT1 V8 and priced below $90,000, the converted Camaro two-door coupe will be positioned as a more exclusive alternative to the hotselling Ford Mustang GT.

While they are mortal enemies in the USA, they will be more arms-length rivals in Australia, distanced by affordability and availability

But at least premium Holden outlets will have a glamour coupe to attract those looking for a muscular American two-door V8 that isn’t as ubiquitous as the keenly priced Ford Mustang, which starts at $57,490.

Key HSV dealers and other industry sources have confirmed Camaro is the star of a new line up of GM-sourced vehicles to replace the Holden hot shop’s Commodore-based range, the last of which – either a GTSR or W1 – will be completed in December.

There are strong suggestions the right-hook Camaros will retain Chevrolet branding under a newlook HSV umbrella that is about engineering rather than badging.

HSV’s switch from cranked Commodores to converted Camaros next year will be the first phase of its transition to a GM boutique, perhaps under a different guise.

In a renewed agreement with Holden, what is now Holden Special Vehicles will switch to a mix of right-hand drive conversions of niche American GM models and performance/appearance upgrades of select imported Holdens.

MOTOR understands that as well as the Camaro, HSV has plans to import and convert Chevrolet Silverados, while the Holden Colorado has also been targeted for locally developed mechanical and styling enhancements.

この記事は MOTOR Magazine Australia の October 2017 版に掲載されています。

7 日間の Magzter GOLD 無料トライアルを開始して、何千もの厳選されたプレミアム ストーリー、9,000 以上の雑誌や新聞にアクセスしてください。

この記事は MOTOR Magazine Australia の October 2017 版に掲載されています。

7 日間の Magzter GOLD 無料トライアルを開始して、何千もの厳選されたプレミアム ストーリー、9,000 以上の雑誌や新聞にアクセスしてください。

MOTOR MAGAZINE AUSTRALIAのその他の記事すべて表示
Ged Bulmer
MOTOR Magazine Australia

Ged Bulmer

THE ACCOMPANYING YARN WAS A RIB TICKLER, BUT THE SUITS AT PORSCHE DIDN'T SEE IT THAT WAY

time-read
5 分  |
July 2022
Dylan Campbell
MOTOR Magazine Australia

Dylan Campbell

WE WERE LIVING THE DREAM. WE ALL WANTED TO WORK FOR MOTOR AS TEENAGERS

time-read
5 分  |
July 2022
HONDA NSX
MOTOR Magazine Australia

HONDA NSX

Honda's alloy missile - a friendly firecracker

time-read
8 分  |
July 2022
TESLA MODEL S
MOTOR Magazine Australia

TESLA MODEL S

Looking back on the automobile's iPhone moment | TESLA AIMS TO ELEVATE THE ELECTRIC CAR FROM INTRIGUING CURIOUSITY TO A VIABLE MEANS OF EVERYDAY TRANSPORT

time-read
5 分  |
July 2022
PORSCHE 959
MOTOR Magazine Australia

PORSCHE 959

Weissach rethinks the supercar

time-read
6 分  |
July 2022
PCOTY LEGENDS - 1996-2022
MOTOR Magazine Australia

PCOTY LEGENDS - 1996-2022

HOW THE ANNUAL QUEST FOR AUSTRALIA'S BEST PERFORMANCE CARS HAS DELIVERED A ROLL CALL OF EXCELLENCE

time-read
10+ 分  |
July 2022
THE UNDEFEATED
MOTOR Magazine Australia

THE UNDEFEATED

HONDA'S FK8 CIVIC TYPE R IS OUR LINEAL CHAMP, WINNING EVERY MOTOR COMPARISON AS WELL AS BOTH PERFORMANCE CAR OF THE YEAR AND BANG FOR YOUR BUCKS. WE PAY OUR RESPECTS WITH A FINAL DRIVE IN THE END-OF-THE-LINE LE SPECIAL

time-read
6 分  |
July 2022
THESE ARE OUR PEOPLE
MOTOR Magazine Australia

THESE ARE OUR PEOPLE

IN A CULTURE OVERFLOWING WITH POSERS AND TRY-HARDS, WE FIND A HAVEN FOR THOSE THAT LOVE DRIVING ABOVE ALL ELSE

time-read
8 分  |
June 2022
OPEN WIDE, SAY R
MOTOR Magazine Australia

OPEN WIDE, SAY R

VOLKSWAGEN'S GOLF R LANDS IN AUSTRALIA AND IT ALREADY HAS THE SWAGGER OF A GIANTKILLER ABOUT IT. WE LINE UP SOME ASYMMETRIC ALTERNATIVES TO SEE IF THE GOLF HAS THEIR RESPECTIVE TALENTS COVERED

time-read
10+ 分  |
June 2022
SING FOR YOUR DINNER
MOTOR Magazine Australia

SING FOR YOUR DINNER

As the motoring world undergoes seismic shifts in focus, Rob Dickinson's vision for Singer remains clear

time-read
3 分  |
June 2022