1988 HSV VL Group A SS Walkinshaw Commodore #442 (SOLD)

The car that started it all and culminated in over 90,000 Holden Special Vehicles being made. The iconic HSV Walkinshaw. Build No. 442 of the 750 Walkinshaw VL Commodores is now for sale.

And with only 56,622 klms from new in the hands of only two enthusiastic HSV collectors, this is truly a rare opportunity to acquire an original unmolested HSV VL SS Group A Walkinshaw.

Build No. 442 features the original matching numbers 180kw 4.9L fuel injected V8 with those race-bred twin throttle bodies and a T-5 5 speed gearbox. The car was purchased by the original owner from Motorama Holden in Springwood, QLD. Religiously serviced as per the log books by the dealership from 1988 until 2002 when purchased by the second and current owner with 55,840 klms on the clock.The car is still sporting its original acrylic paint with minor touch ups to the front bar.

This Walky still has the throttle body restrictor fitted and factory A/C. The car comes with its service log books and owners manual. The interior is absolutely original with minor wear on the driver's bolster. The original radio cassette is in perfect condition and the electric aerial is still working.

The original spare tyre in the boot is unused and original tools and boot carpet are all there. Fitted with the original dealer installed Cobra alarm.

Just sitting in this car is like a nostalgic ride down HSV memory lane. But driving this car is what its all about, a truly spiritual experience. Go on you know you just want one!

Located in Brisbane, QLD. However, if you are unable to inspect this Walkinshaw in person due to the Coronavirus, we can arrange a live video inspection of the car for you. This will allow you to go right through the car while you are on the phone including a test drive so you can have a VIRTUAL INSPECTION in real time. You can also arrange for an independent mechanical/body report and of course we will arrange secure covered transport to your door. (Ref. 5461)