THE STORY The Holden Monaro is a rear-wheel drive coupe manufactured by General Motors Holden in Australia from 1968 to 1975 and later reintroduced from 2001 to 2005. Holden also manufactured a 4-door saloon version of the Monaro from 1973 to 1977 only. The HQ series was the second generation of Monaro and was released in July 1971 with a completely new body style to that of the preceding model. Included in the line-up was the new Monaro 'LS' (commonly believed to mean ``Luxury Sports``) model which featured four headlights, chrome trim rings, tinted glass and an electrical aerial. For the HQ GTS, all six cylinder engines were discarded and buyers had a choice of a 4.15 litre (253 cu in), a 5.0 litre (308 cu in) V8 or the top level GTS350 coupé which was equipped with an imported 5.7 litre (350 cu in) Chevrolet engine. The HQ coupé had a much larger rear window and a squarer rear quarter window than previous designs. At the time it was seen as not as sporty when compared to the earlier HK-HT-HG cars but is now often considered one of the best looking and elegant body designs to come from Australia. THE CAR This is an original numbers-matching LS Monaro coupe finished in Salamanca Red. Under the bonnet she is optioned with a strong 253ci V8 with power put to the road through a T bar Tri-matic auto. Inside are the car’s original bucket seats in good condition except for the passenger seat which is torn. This car has power steering and the LS power aerial. The car’s option list is extensive and there are many rare highlights including original GTS wheels, dealer installed factory sunroof, door edge guards, bonnet chrome moulding, mesh headlight covers and optional over riders on front and rear. Mechanically this car is very well sorted with good power and excellent handling and braking. The new owner can undertake a respray to maximise their investment or drive anywhere and watch the value continue to increase. Current registered on historic registration in South Australia.
