Supercharged HSV this year?....I say yes.

[feistl]

Why not make a hero car that is cheap and powerful, sells by the 10 thousand, puts smiles on lots of people's faces, and makes holden some much needed $$$$$.

JJW

Bit of a slap in the face to all the buyers of HSV who paid top dollar only to have a new "better" model sell for less. Would kill the resale on the older models... Plus apparently a lot of HSV buyers are not first time buyers (EG the guys buying HSV have bought them previously).

As stated, their not having any problems selling cars now so why change the formula?

Plus if the bring out the supercharged version now, what are they going to top it with next year? You cant keep increasing power forever as the driveline wont handle it. Expect only "minor" power increases in the coming years.

[seedyrom]

Too young to remember 1999, when the VT series 2 executive with v8 option ticked, had more power than a VT Series 1 Clubsport?


If anyone isn't keeping up with the current Ford Supercharged V8 + aftermarket intercooler developments, just pray that Ford doesn't come out with an intercooler from the factory.

[steve_t]

Wow!!

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[Pickles]

Yes, and, very neat too.
However, if HSV use the LSA engine, it will comfortably achieve HSV's objectives, and I will simply say (because this thread ain't about HSV V FPV), that it's power output will be "adequate"....IMHO, of course.
Cheers, Pickles.

[ti0350]

Macca....I wish I did......but mate, the truth is HONESTLY......I know nothing....of an "official" nature.
But.....I reckon it will happen......and, geez, why wouldn't it?
Regards, Pickles.

So what have heard of an "unofficial" nature then.

[macca_779]

Too young to remember 1999, when the VT series 2 executive with v8 option ticked, had more power than a VT Series 1 Clubsport?


If anyone isn't keeping up with the current Ford Supercharged V8 + aftermarket intercooler developments, just pray that Ford doesn't come out with an intercooler from the factory.

It still amazes me people aren't buying more of these things. That engine is absolutely bangin.


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[Maccas]

Wow those fpv engines are weapons!! Let's hope hsv stops restricting its engines and makes a true hero car again that is in reach of the general Aussie working public!

[shaneooo]

The very reason why I purchased the GT over the HSV was for the powertrain, I am currently investigating Autotech's upgrades for the beast, especially after reading some of the results over on AFF and for very low cost.

The downside was the suspension to a degree but with some minor upgrades and wider rears I think I will have a pretty good setup.

Just gunna keep the SSV and the daily!!!

[dogsballs]

we talking the LS9 thats been available for a few years?

[the big fist]

http://www.jegs.com/i/GM-Performance...ductId=1224593

Compared to the price of a supercharger kit and then you sell off your existing motor, this looks like good value !
Stuff waiting for HSV to release a blown model.

[RobSS]

Interesting. The LSA is only $3100 more than an LS3 at the Jegs website.

[mjrandom]

I am definately looking at an upgrade this year. What news on the GTHO or limited edition GT? Not sure whether to lash out for something foreign and give the local stuff a miss for a while. My E2 has been ok but not fussed on any of the E3 options unless there was a sweetener like a force fed engine.

[BEARWOOD]

how would you go trying to drop that straight into, lets say a VE? Obviously freight wouldn't be cheap either.

[shaneooo]

I am definately looking at an upgrade this year. What news on the GTHO or limited edition GT? Not sure whether to lash out for something foreign and give the local stuff a miss for a while. My E2 has been ok but not fussed on any of the E3 options unless there was a sweetener like a force fed engine.

I asked the dealer when I purchased mine, he said don't hold my breath for a GT-HO, but he did expect to see a bigger upgrade later this year or early next year, hopefully incorporating bits and pieces from the GT Concept car.

Honestly they don't need any more power stock, there is plenty, and upgrades are VERY cheap, it's the damn limiters in the torque curve that you feel holding you back.

Go for it mate, it is a nice change going from the SSV everyday to the GT on the weekends, although wish I went the GT-P just for the seats!!!!

I think it would be a great move for HSV to take a similar path with a smaller supercharged V8, if HSV did it I possibly would have gone the GTS with a supercharged V8 instead of the GT.

[Pickles]

So what have heard of an "unofficial" nature then.

Like I said, I have no official info, & as far as "unofficial" goes, well nothing there either.....I'm just saying that IMHO, a supercharged engine will appear this year....I reckon it "should" be the LSA....tried & proven 400+KW engine, readily available....apart from the usual R & D etc...it's really a simple "drop in"......Nothing like anywhere near as complicated as dropping in an LS7.
Maybe it won't be the LSA, maybe HSV will develop their own engine.....but I reckon the LSA's the go....it's already available.
Wait & See?, Pickles.