1996 Holden Calais VS Auto
VIC • Private
25
Odometer70,538km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Comments from the seller
This is a 1996 VS Calais series I with Ecotec 3.8L V6 and 4-speed automatic transmission.
Genuine one owner with original books and 70,538km on the clock.
THIS IS AN IDEAL CAR FOR RESTORATION OR AS A DONOR OF WORKING PARTS.
Owned and driven by my elderly father from 1996 to 2024 (Deceased Estate)
Registration expired in June 2024 and has not been driven on the road since. No roadworthy certificate will be supplied.
I have found service records 2003-2007, 2012-2014 with 2014 showing odometer reading of 59,288km at that time.
Engine starts easily and can be driven onto a suitable trailer or tray truck for transport.
The car has been out in the weather. The clear coat is peeling from paintwork in various surfaces and window sills show signs of moss.
Every 2 months the engine has been started, run to normal temperature, and moved within the property (forward and reverse).
The AIRBAG light stays on as Holden could never work out why and never found an airbag problem.
Air-conditioning, trip computer, Eurovox radio/cassette player/10-stack CD player are all working as are all electric windows.
Internally the passenger side airbag cover on the dashboard has been warped by the sun, the volume down button on the steering wheel has lost its cap (but still works) and the internal roof lining is hanging from the roof.
Externally there is minor panel damage at left front quarter panel near door hinge plus along left rear passenger door.
Right rear tail light assembly is broken.
Please review all photos as they are a major part of the car's description.
Two copies of the Owner's Handbook, two main keys (both working) and a glovebox key will be supplied.
This is a rare opportunity to obtain a Commodore/Calais engine, drivetrain and working accessories with minimal kilometres clocked up.
Car details
øVehicle description
VS Sedan 4dr Auto 4sp 3.8i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Beige
Interior colour
Blue Grey
Body type
Sedan, 4 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
4 speed Automatic
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 3.8L
Cost of finance
Registration plate
Check with seller
Build date
February 1996
Compliance date
February 1996
Roadworthy certificate
Cost to transportSponsored
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20913245
Audio, Visual & Communication
CD / DVD
CD stacker - 10 disc
Speakers
8 speaker stereo
Radio
Radio cassette
Safety & Security
Airbags
DriverPassenger
Vehicle control
ABS (antilock brakes)
Security
Central locking - remote/keylessAlarm
Comfort & Convenience
Climate
Climate control
Driving
Cruise control
Lights & Windows
Power windows
Front & rear
Interior
Velour
Trim
Leather
Trim (incl. seats, inserts)
Instruments & Controls
Display
On-board computerTrip computer
Exterior
Mirrors
Electric
Paint
Metallic
Steering
Power steering
Power steering
Suspension
Type
Independent rear suspension
Wheels & Tyres
Rim material
Alloy wheels
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
2
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
3791cc
Engine Size (L)
3.8L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
V90
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
Pushrod
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Compression ratio
9.4
Engine Code
ECOTEC V6
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
147.0kW
Power rpm To
5200rpm
Torque
304Nm
Torque rpm To
3600rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
98.3kW/t
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Automatic
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol - Unleaded ULP
Fuel Capacity
59L
RON Rating
91
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic
Fuel Consumption Highway‡
7.2L/100km
Fuel Consumption City‡
11.5L/100km
Fuel Maximum Distance
819km
Fuel Minimum Distance
513km
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
16x7.0
Rear Rim Description
16x7.0
Front Tyre Description
215/60 R16
Rear Tyre Description
215/60 R16
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4861mm
Width
1794mm
Height
1403mm
Wheelbase
2736mm
Track Front
1491mm
Track Rear
1491mm
Kerb Weight
1495kg
Gross Vehicle Mass
1905kg
Payload
410kg
Towing Capacity (braked)
2100kg
Other
Country of Origin
AUSTRALIA
Launch Year
1996
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
VN/VP/VR/VS
Series
VS
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
4
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Sedan
Probationary plate status +
New South Wales
Allowed
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Approved
South Australia
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
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