He wanted X2 wagon because he was building a house down the coast and wanted the extra power, along with the disc front brakes. Adding weight and overhang while ignoring the suspension and brake limitations of the EH was cynical. The same wheelarch shape at the rear made the rear overhang look excessive except the extra overhang was needed to slim down the HDs bulky centre section by allowing a mild slope in the rear guards. To collect your purchases please attend the collection address during the times advised with a copy of your winners e-mail and photo ID. This maximized foot and head space for six occupants while limiting the increase in height to just one inch. It looks like it's ready for another half million miles, doesn't it? Download with images Print Pricelist The X2 engine option suffered by association with what many regard as the worst Holden ever. The Holden HD was a brutal reminder of what it cost Holden after Detroit was forced to intervene and re-work the EJ and EH then replace the local EF proposal with the HD. Sensing an altercation, the design staff took Reg Hall out fishing for a day while the HD clay was packaged according to Bill Mitchells wishes and dispatched to Australia. They fully expected Reg Hall to cut them off as his team tooled-up for the new model back in Australia. The vehicles are not driven or tested and is based on a engine start-up only, there may be other damages, mechanical issues or body blemishes that have not been sighted or contained in the description, at time of arrival or booking in, Therefore a full inspection is highly recommended prior to bidding. Wagon. Your paid Grays Online Invoice (you will not need the old registration paperwork, these will not be given with the vehicle). Compare the EHs wheel arch shape with the HDs. Used Cars. Home Insurance products for motoring enthusiasts who drive imported, modified, classic, veteran or vintage cars. 1967 holden hr windowless panelvan. For invoices totaling less than $10,000, your credit card will be debited within 2 days of auction closing. It's had two make-overs across its life, but is largely still the original bits. The stock 186 restored the low speed flexibility that the heavier HD/HR bodyshell had lost compared to the EH. $1.95. (Photo from: This amazing photo showing the Repco Brabham team at its best in 1966 highlights how much difference the 186 engine and a big increase in clutch strength made to the HR range. Fully engineered and currently registered in South Australia, this purposely built custom HR can comfortably be driven with confidence. The only truly modern advance in this shot of the HDs X2 engine was the alternator now standard in the HD range. Fixing the appearance of the HD was essential before any other changes could be treated seriously. Its been to every state in Australia, except the Northern Territory, often with a trailer behind it always had a towbar, until now. He remembers the HD brief well. The Holden team working with the Americans were not happy at all about this solution as they knew that buyers back home would see them as fake and a safety hazard. This means it is a good idea to watch the action as the auction nears closing time and to check back often. These kidney-slicers as they were soon called in Australia were also used on the first Oldsmobile Toronado to disguise its tall and short front drive powertrain. View PDS. That was good for 145 horses (108kW), or a solid 20 more than the standard 186. About this product. This makes GraysOnline work more like a live auction where the bidding doesnt stop as long as there is still interest in the product, rather than assigning an arbitrary cut-off time. http://aso.gov.au/titles/ads/holdens-got-more-horses/clip1/, http://aso.gov.au/titles/ads/holden-saturday-kind-of-car/clip1/. We highly recommend that you inspect the vehicle on the nominated day. Both outcomes became painfully obvious during testing or ownership. Please register and log-in to see an overview of items you are bidding on. The HD wagon and commercials offered a useful increase in load area. The longer story is that the three speed manual without synchromesh on first and the two-speed Powerglide automatic were still there. Classic cars reviewed by one of Australia's most knowledgable motoring journalists. At the same time the HD was being defined, Chevrolet picked up the same new look for its full-size 1965 model but also incorporated GMs new signature coke-bottle hip line into the new design. Note the striking W-shaped front that made the HDs kidney slicers redundant and sweeping wheelarches that didnt have to disguise a short wheelbase and narrow track. Sadly the crane driver may have been a little clumsy and the belt snapped, resulting in one flattened Viva. The recurring question in road tests at the time was why it was not given the transmissions, brakes and handling to match the extra power. 'X2' GRILLE BADGE HD. . I just loved the black station wagon and the X2 option sold it to me. This is to suit a powerglide automatic HR or HD Holden with twin carbies. Before we go too far, lets take a step back and take a quick squiz at the where the HR came from. The real problem was that the 179s 115bhp/86kW looked a little too low against the Falcon 200s 121bhp/90kW and the Valiants 145bhp/108kW. It works beautifully. However, there may be other damage, mechanical issues or body blemishes that have not been sighted or contained in our assessment.We always recommend a full inspection, by yourself, a 3rd party (such as RACQ or State Roads) or a qualified mechanic. Sale of this vehicle in an auction context is on an as is, where is basis. "Smoother performance and a gearbox that's a delight to use add refreshing variety to the Holden stable," Livingstone enthused.The combination of the 145hp (108kw) 186S engine and the four-on-the-floor transmission was available in all HR Holdens except commercials.The 186S could be specified in a ute or van,but not the transmission.Deemed a Vintage Classic Cars. A load of spares and the race car trailer along with the wider tyres on this example would have cut the usual body sway dramatically. Photocopy of Registered Buyers Drivers Licence. A 7.5% buyers premium applies to all lots in this auction. The information needed is: Take the guess work out of buying a car and get a pre purchase inspection so you can buy with confidence. For QLD registration, once your invoice is paid, youll need to visit a motor registry with: For further advice and information regarding Registration in QLD please refer to Department of Transport and Main Roads Clicking Here, Location: 131-153 Main Beach Rd, Pinkenba QLD 4008, Inspection: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm (excluding Public Holidays), Collection: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm, within 5 business days of auction close (excluding Public Holidays). Meanwhile the whole Holden versus Ford battle was hotting up. I did numerous drawings showing how curved side glass that simply winds into a door with the same curve could free up all this extra space inside.. Show More Show Less. From square-on, the trailing edges of the EH wheel arches sweep outwards and rearwards. All Rights Reserved. Reg Hall wasnt silly. Check out the wide range of HOLDEN PREMIER for sale in Australia. Holden had already experimented with a twin-carburettor 179 for an abandoned EH race special, a much better setting for a peakier engine. Although an extra inch could be squeezed into the HD wheelbase without changing anything structurally, the seats still had to position the occupants at a fairly upright angle to deliver the required gains in legroom and boot space. 1967 Holden HR Premier Street Machine An Australian classic built and engineered to the highest of standards with multiple features in magazines including Street Machine. Given that the EH was already looking unfashionably tall for the era, that inch was still an inch too far. Along with the gentle slope on the boot lid and wagons tail gate that replicated the bonnet slope, the extra body depth was also hidden at the rear. Studded top and bottom. Although horsepower was important, engine flexibility, fuel economy and low maintenance were still big priorities. Click Here for a quote. Leo Pruneau explains the dramatic new look that was applied to the HD ahead of most mainstream models in the GM world. To avoid clutter, those rare Premier wagons with the X2 option had their X2 badges ahead of the front wheel arch. Full forged engine. Project. Sale price: $20,000.00 9320791246045. Meanwhile, there were other issues to address. Assets included in this sale may be used, therefore inspection is highly recommended prior to bidding. To beat Ford and almost match Valiant bragging rights, dusting off this engine as the X2 option for an instant 140 bhp/104kW seemed a clever thing to do. Excludes Administrative Fees and any Credit Card / PayPal surcharges that will apply. I dropped him back home to his house and went back for the car. This is probably the most honest of all the ads as the HD/HR Station Sedans as Holden called them really were a Saturday Kind of Car providing no one was in a hurry and there were kids and stuff to shift. Brand. The car was ordered by a local Canberra guy. The way Pruneaus studio hid this extra height in the front was masterful. Again, the HR was not part of this sequence. 2019 Honda HR-V VTi-S MY19 for sale in Caboolture. Its engine is a naturally aspirated petrol, 3 litre, overhead valve 6 cylinder with 2 valves per cylinder. The description is a guide only and based on a walk-around inspection and start-up of the vehicle. Its prefix is 179X. It reflects the opinion of Grays book-in staff which accounts for the vehicles age and distance travelled, which may differ from your opinion. If you are unsure please do not bid, as no refunds will be given. It still didnt have good enough transmissions, rear axle control (despite the HRs welcome LSD option) and handling to be a drivers choice. For Sale. Its body and suspension needed a full rebuild. The Holden that could once do no wrong was under siege on almost every front. Where the EH bodyside crease line rested on the top of the front wheel arch, the HDs was significantly above the wheel arch yet these lines on both cars ended at almost the same level relative to the headlights. Its fuel economy was a full 25 per cent better than the HDs 179 X2 and good enough for Valiant owners to question whether they really needed their cars bigger and thirstier engine. This created the illusion that the HD wheelbase has been increased in proportion with the extra length as the amount of metal between the front door and front wheel arch looked the same or even longer. If youre registering the vehicle in the name of a company or organisation you will need to also provide proof that it is a legal entity. He was absolutely correct in identifying the need to create some fake length to balance the extra visual length at the rear and to stop the new car from looking high and stumpy (which it was). The HDs failings dragged Holden kicking and screaming into the 1960s. As for the transmission, I did that myself. And what a car try finding another black 1966 HR Holden Premier wagon in X2 spec, particularly in this sort of condition. Within months of the HRs arrival, the XR Falcon was offering a 289/4.7-litre V8 option across the range, again with a big boost in performance with similar fuel consumption. It was as if Holden was already on the defensive with the HD and proud of the HR. GTIN. Seller's Description. The front parking lights also left a substantial area on either side unaccounted for. Many more photos will be available soon. It didnt help that Holdens 2.4-litre starting point was closer to the old school Austin Freeway. 27 January 2021 21:00 AEDT. There was also a deep panel below the front bumper, eliminated on an increasing number of 1965 models. It looked as though it had been engineered properly with a higher lift camshaft that increased valve overlap and lengthened intake and exhaust segments and a twin branch exhaust system with separate pipes from the twin exhaust headers to the engine side of the muffler. Yet the X2s 140bhp power claim was an essential advertising tool to maintain Holden credibility before anyone even optioned it. Charges 123,456 km Sedan Automatic 6cyl 179L Petrol Check car history Private Seller Car SA Contact seller View details 13 Compare 1965 Holden HD Special HD Manual $69,000* Excl. Provide suitably qualified personnel to remove their lots. Undertaken by Holdens new design studio under the leadership of former Cadillac designer Joe Schemansky, the April 1966 HR facelift altered the character of the HD with minor but highly effective changes. Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Best Selling in Carburettors. Yet it was still thirsty and not much fun to drive as your knuckles collided with the dash top if you tackled the stiff column shift with any gusto. From side-on, they were shaped to match the re-worked front guards. For Sale. DIL1009A. Just as PininFarina had used a droop at the rear of the first Austin 1800 to hide its deep sides, the HDs high bonnet had a front section that sloped gently down into the grille. Time capsule HR Holden 161 in absolutely day one unrestored rust free condition with only 67,200 miles on the clock since 1966. Ask questions and Inspect the vehicle - our Auto team can be reached on 1300 252 7742 or email . No cooling-off period applies. AU $599.00 +AU $29.99 postage. (Photo from, By logging in via Facebook or Google, you consent to Facebook or Google sharing your information with Shannons. Holden 308 V8 Stage 2 Performance Engine. I know of 1 1968 Premier the owners claim it to be and X2 with no K code engine. Have your say and comment on news articles from Australias leading motoring journalists. 1965 HOLDEN HD SPECIAL STATION WAGON RESTORED, RARE CAR!! Located in our Sydney Showroom. vic, 3214. Full inspection is recommended. Shannons agrees to use this information in accordance with the. Tools. Download with images Print Pricelist The HR X2 rear section is the same as the 186S, GTR & GTR XU1. Charges 1 km Sedan Automatic 6cyl 186L Petrol Private Seller Car QLD Contact seller View details 12 1 Compare 1966 Holden HR Special HR Manual $25,000* Excl. Hed done 160,000 miles when I got it. My family loves it. Sale description is a guide only as vehicle may have unsighted damage/issues. A young Leo Pruneau, a decade before he became Holdens own chief designer, was the assistant chief designer for the GM Advanced Studio that defined the HDs new shape. This left a higher, longer, wider and heavier body hovering over the standard EH front and rear narrow track. Govt. Goods can only be released with the correct information being supplied which includes Sale number, Lot number/s, Buyers name and Drivers Licence matching the name on the invoice. 1984 Holden WB Statesman DeVille mkII V8 Sedan. The following day Bill Mitchell would explode and insist on them being returned. The X2 used special quality main and crank pin bearings, while the basic 186 had engine bearings intermediate between the X2's and the standard carry-over bearings of the 161. Thats right miles! Most of the badges came with it, I havent replaced anything unless it was broken. HD HR HOLDEN - FJ TO WB HOLDEN HD HR HOLDEN. Invoice totals exceeding $10,000 will not be split. Get your monthly fix of news, reviews and stories on the greatest cars and minds in the automotive world. Call Shannons Insurance on 13 46 46 to get a quote today. It had to accommodate three full-size adults across the front and rear seats while maintaining up to nine inches/229mm of ground clearance on the same skinny track and short wheelbase of the EH. Save . All lots have pictures assigned to them. Not only was Holden forced to inject some real substance into the HR after release including a long list of extra safety features, a popular new premium six cylinder engine and four speed manual option, it was forced to redesign the HK. Please note that cash, personal or company cheques will not be accepted. Any questions regarding the removal of any lots should be directed to the enquiries name or phone number indicated on sale web page. Borg Warner Diff. Because there was almost no reduction in side-on visual length to balance the rear, where did the kidney slicers go? Hd Hr Holden Chrome Dash Surround Fascia Premier Special X2 $95.00 Buy It Now or Best Offer See Details Holden Nasco HD HR Premier Special X2 Day Night Genuine Rear View Mirror Head $69.95 Buy It Now See Details HD HR HOLDEN STEERING ARMS SPECIAL PREMIER Nasco X2 $115.00 Buy It Now See Details For a bigger boost in performance with similar fuel consumption, the new Valiant V8 had already entered the equation but only at top shelf level. Although the new lighting arrangements made the HR harder to see at night and the front indicators/parking lights no longer marked the extremities, consolidating everything in the grille took the eye away from what was still a triple-storey front. Review latest price and specifications of Used cars for sale today in Caboolture, QLD. . The radio is the original and most of the accessories that are on the car came with it. Manufacturer Part Number. Some individual items may show signs of wear common with used items and in some instances accessories may vary from the standard (for example, software or manuals may be missing or different, no original packaging). Bids on assets in this sale should be made based on your own inspection and assessment of the assets. In fact, the HD created the new studios first major project: the HR facelift. With 523,310 miles on the clock it was very tired. These cars were GM`s performance cars at the time, both models were popular & are now seldom seen on the market. Any outstanding finance is cleared by GraysOnline and the relevant financier, all vehicles will be sold unencumbered. Credit Card / PayPal surcharge fee may apply. Pricelists HOLDEN EJ HOLDEN View All Price Lists HOLDEN EJ HOLDEN Rare Spares Restoration, Spare Parts & Accessories Price List as at 16/02/2023 Prices include GST and are subject to change without notice. Assets can be collected on Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm. This HD Premier laden with NASCO accessories highlights how useful they were in distracting the eye from the tiny 13 inch wheels, deep body sides and the front kidney scoops that seemed to emphasise the triple-storey front. 1965 Holden HD X2 UTE in VIC Sale price: $25,000.00 make an offer Sale type: Fixed price listing Technical specifications, photos and description: Year: 01/1965 Number of Doors: 2 Got questions? These days it has a fortnightly drive for between 20 and 40 miles to make sure the oil gets right around it and everything gets used. Imagine the HK sharing the same dimensions as the HD originally intended for an early 1967 release. The stock 186s lift in capacity and compression ratio boosted torque to 181 lb ft/244Nm at 1600rpm, which was not only better than the 179 X2s but much more accessible given the ongoing limitations of both transmissions. 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