As part of its ongoing 25th anniversary celebrations, Australia’s Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) has released details of a new limited edition GTS. It comes hot on the heels of the range realignment HSV launched in August, which saw the re-introduction of the ClubSport and Maloo nameplates to its line-up.
Powered by a 436 hp 6.2 litre V8 engine, the HSV 25th Anniversary GTS features a number of styling, performance and technology upgrades.
The list starts with the addition of lightweight 20-inch forged alloys finished in Satin Graphite, saving over 22 kg over the standard GTS wheels and reducing unsprung weight by 8%. “Vector” hood scoops and side vents combine with the forged alloys to deliver “menacing street appeal”.
From a performance perspective, HSV has added six-piston brakes which, with a 50% increase in pad area, deliver optimum braking performance, while technology gets a boost with the addition of HSV’s Side Blind Zone Alert, which should work like Volvo’s BLIS.
Limited to just 125 units in Australia, with each build plate individually numbered, the 25th Anniversary GTS will be available in Heron, Sting, Phantom and Hazard colours and will also feature some unique ornamentation including seat embroidery, exterior badging, sill plates, EDI “start-up” screen and an internal ID plate.
It’s quite good value. With over $7,500 of added extras, HSV’s 25th Anniversary GTS will be available at a recommended retail price of $84,990, just $2,000 more than the regular GTS. The car will make its debut at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney later this month.
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sweeeeeet…
nice..mayb proton can copy..hahahahaha
Proton already have the similar model. Do you feel this model similar to Proton Waja? only they changed the back design..Only Proton Waja small engine.
Bringing proton into every article?its getting boring already!! move on..
6.2l. How much road tax?
Asray, in Australia road tax is standardized. Doesn’t matter how big the displacement is. The people who bring these type of cars into Malaysia usually can afford the tax or don’t have to pay tax at all…u.no.hu.
cant believe this outdated model still in production. poor aussies.
Sweet, Reminds me on my prize collection 10 years back a HG Monaro 1969 GTS with 186 slant Six inside.
No you are talking mate,my kind of ride this HSV,can’t beat the rowdy grunt of that V-8!
Was in the States for 20 over years those days,owned many muscle cars including a 1971 Ford Falcon XY GT 351 Windsor,this one was a right hooker obviously which i imported into the U.S in 1993,drew a crowd anywhere it went,especially from Aussies living in the States.
Cheers.