GRAYS Collectible & Classics Auction - February Edition

An amazing collection of more than 30 classic and modern Holden and HSV vehicles, including rarities and one offs, have gone to auction online with Grays.

The six-day timed online auction, which opened for bidding on 18 February, features everything from a 48/215 ute to an HSV Maloo GTSR, as well as an LH Torana SLR 5000, HT Monaro GTS and an HDT VL SS Group A tricked out as a Brock touring car replica, just to name a few.

Of the 30+ Holdens in the auction, 10 have come from the one collector, who’s retiring and passing on his collection to new custodians.

Jungle Fever – HSV GTSR W1

Arguably the most desirable – and undeniably the most unique - car in this Grays auction is a 2017 HSV GTSR W1 sedan. One of four pilot vehicles produced by HSV ahead of the GTSR W1’s release, this car was the only W1 to be factory finished in Jungle Fever paint.

Other minor detail changes also set this car apart from the production W1, but the powerplant is the same supercharged 6.2-litre LS9 from the Chevy Corvette, producing 474kW at 6500rpm and 815Nm at 3900rpm.

The recent million-dollar price paid for an GTSR W1 ute (built by HSV but never officially released) will almost certainly have a trickle-down effect on W1 sedan prices, so a high six-figure sum is expected for the example being auctioned with Grays, which comes with all HSV documentation, including a Certificate of Authenticity.

There are several late-model GTSR, Clubsport and Maloo models consigned for this auction, but the W1 is the king of the hill! The biggest, baddest muscle car ever made in Australia!

Read the full story on this one-off HSV GTSR W1 HERE.

Classic Holdens

If older Holdens are more your style, there’s plenty to tempt you, starting with a 1968 HK Monaro GTS that’s had the factory 307 V8 upgraded to a 327, but retains the standard 4-speed manual ‘box and 10-bolt LSD. Finished in Warwick Yellow with black vinyl trim, this Monaro is in good condition all over.

An unrestored 1970 HT Monaro GTS, powered by a 186/3-speed manual, is also up for grabs, Finished in Daytona Bronze metallic with parchment trim, the VIN tag on this Monaro shows it was built with the houndstooth cloth/vinyl interior originally, but it remains mostly authentic in every other area. 

For classic Holden performance of a different sort, how about a 1987 VL Commodore with BT1 police pack, 5.0-litre V8 and several modifications inside and out. While it does run, this is definitely a project car, meaning it could be picked up for a song. 

Alternatively, there’s a 1973 LJ Torana, finished in Royal Purple mocked up as a GTR XU-1 replica, including a JP block, XU-1 cam and head, triple Stromberg carbs and an authentic ‘Bathurst’ 17 gallon fuel tank. Presenting exceptionally well outside, this Torana GTR XU-1 replica is being auctioned with no reserve.

Another desirable Torana in the auction is a 1974 LH SL/R 5000. This unit left the factory in Aquamarine metallic with the L31-spec 308 V8 and matching M21 4-speed, but has been repainted in Barbados Green, with L34 flares fitted. The engine, trans and brakes have all been reconditioned, the suspension rebuilt and new interior trims fitted, but could with a bit more TLC inside.

Brock Tribute

Perhaps the most eye-catching car in the Grays timed online auction is a 1986 HDT VL Group A SS Commodore. This genuine HDT VL Group A (build #99) has been modified to resemble the Peter Brock/David Parsons entry from the 1987 Bathurst 1000.

The resemblance wasn’t just cosmetic, though, with a full Supercar-spec V8 engine fitted by Perkins Engineering. Producing a claimed 462kW, this dry sumped and MoTeC-controlled V8 is matched to a Tremec 5-speed, with adjustable suspension, Harrop brakes, safety fuel cell, fire bomb, full roll cage and racing seat, steering wheel and pedals also on the spec list.

Featured in Street Commodores magazine after the mechanical changes were made (but before the Brock/Parsons Bathurst livery was applied), this car remains track-day ready – the ultimate weekend toy!

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Holden Heaven

There are a lot more classic, modern, collectable and performance HSV and Holden vehicles to discover in the Grays Major Auction. The list is below covers most of the Holdens consigned. You can see images and information on each lot HERE or click on the links below.

1952 48/215 ute – 132/manual, full authentic restoration

1964 EH panelvan – 186/manual, maroon, tinted side glass, full custom interior

1967 HR ute – 179/manual, X2 spec engine, Special spec interior, full custom build

1968 HK Monaro GTS – 327 engine upgrade, 4spd manual, Warwick Yellow

1970 LC Torana GTR – genuine GTR coupe, 202 manual, rare colour combination

1970 HG Premier wagon – 3-year resto with lots spent, 413rwhp LS1, Powerglide, tubbed

1971 HQ ute – 454/auto, Sandman tribute sleeper, bulk power

1973 LJ Torana – GTR XU-1 replica, XU-1 spec engine, new seat trim and hoodlining

1974 LH Torana SL/R5000 – genuine L31 with 308/4spd, rebuilt throughout, L34 appearance

1975 HJ Kingswood sedan – 20/auto, Persian Sand, Monaro seats, interior/exterior modifications

1977 HX panelvan – 253/auto, black, Statesman front clip, windowless

1979 VB Commodore SL/E – 5.0/auto, VC HDT replica, white, Irmschers,

1986 HDT VL SS Group A – Supercar-spec drivetrain, Brock Bathurst tribute, roll cage

1986 VL Commodore – 3.0 six/auto, custom paint, project

1987 VL Commodore – 308 auto, genuine BT1, lots of modifications, needs work

1987 VL Calais – non-turbo six, maroon with grey trim, fair cond., good potential

1988 HSV VL SS Group A SV – genuine Walkinshaw #619, requires full resto

2004 VZ Monaro CV8 – 5.7/auto, blue w/black interior, ultra-low 1,527kms

2007 HSV GTS VE – 6.0/manual, black w/red interior, only 5,234kms

2017 HSV Maloo GTSR Gen-F2 – 6.2/manual, Spitfire green, only 7,046kms

2017 HSV GTS Gen F – 6.2/manual, low kms, red w/black interior

2017 HSV GTSR W1 – pilot production car, one-off

Fords, American, Japanese, British and European, too!

Alongside the Holdens, this auction also features classic Ford performance vehicles, including a genuine XY Falcon GT-HO Phase III, XB Falcon GT hardtop, XC Cobra #206, XW Falcon GT and more.

Desirable Japanese classics and performance cars, European and British classics, along with American customs, pickups and trucks are also included.

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