VF Commodore revealed - Official details and pics- Part 2

[Ausmartin1]

one glaring ommission in my opinion

NO height adjustable belts

and one silly move - windows switches only on the drivers door (the centre console is much better if you have kids..those with them will know why)

Interesting about the height adjustment of belts - It was all common at one point and now one size fit's all would like to know why?

Switches were ever they are located power down at some point (I guess to stop kids playing with them - trying to burn the motors out) but it sort seem silly you can initial operate the windows and then not at all.
In the Volt once you open the door no more power windows - unless you start it up. (Same as Ignition on)
Wonder if the VF will have the same logic - or you can remote unlock to restart the timer cut out for the Windows?

[mac06]

Not sure if it's been mentioned before, but it looks as if active select is gone in the auto. No real loss, most people would hardly ever use it.

[steve_t]

Does anyone else hope there'll be more than four functions in the trip computer this time?

Ooh. I hope tyre pressure monitoring is standard

[Angeldust]

i like the look of it too. curves have returned to the styling which imo is a good thing.

[SCiFiRE]

In that article he says the clays are scaled, looking at the shape under that black cloth I believe that is the SSV concept car under that cover

I'm positive it is. That image is at Holdens plant in Adelaide, Earlier today I saw photos of Mike Devereux unveiling the VF SS-V there... Same building and screen in the background. (Can't seem to find where i saw the image now though)

Not sure if it's been mentioned before, but it looks as if active select is gone in the auto. No real loss, most people would hardly ever use it.

Someone mentioned earlier it may have gone back to paddleshift on the steering wheel.

[Plenty]

Not sure if it's been mentioned before, but it looks as if active select is gone in the auto. No real loss, most people would hardly ever use it.

huh? It's not gone at all, chances are it will be paddle shift. Still it will retain the active select that i think everyone uses, well i know i do!

[SCiFiRE]

[QUOTE=SCiFiRE;2064671]I'm positive it is. That image is at Holdens plant in Adelaide, Earlier today I saw photos of Mike Devereux unveiling the VF SS-V there... Same building and screen in the background. (Can't seem to find where i saw the image now though)

Found it.

[XLR8 V8]

Subtle bonnet bulge is an interesting addition. They say it's for looks but I wonder if it's possibly to accommodate a factory blower option?

Specs released by Holden for the SS-V

SS V-Series show car exterior feature highlights:

Custom Kandy ‘Fantale’ metallic paint finish
Twin five-spoke 20-inch wheels, hand-machined in billet aluminium, custom finished in gloss black
Front Brembo brake calipers finished in gloss silver
Wide, dominant front fascia features traditional sports grille and a prominent lower air intake, both laced in custom gunmetal chrome
Sculpted, jewelled halogen projector headlamps with black bezels curve into prominent front fenders, flared, aero-modified wheel arches
Muscular lower fascia incorporates LED daylight running lamps and black bezel fog lamps, custom gunmetal chrome accents, outboard extensions integrated into sharp sports rockers
Prominent VF aluminium hood with centre crease emphasises performance potential; two raking spears sweep from the A-pillars
Low, wide VF rear sports fascia – streamlined graphics with integrated tail lamps, aluminium decklid, body-colour bib spoiler, custom gloss black finish sports valance incorporating licence plate and quad V8 exhausts
In profile, vertical fender vents and window surrounds are finished in custom gunmetal chrome

SS V-Series show car interior feature highlights:

All-new instrument panel with integrated centre stack combines high-resolution Holden MyLink infotainment system with 8-inch touch screen, climate and other controls
Ergonomically advanced design relocates controls to more convenient positions, introduces console-mounted electric park brake control
Cowled, angled instrument dials flank a LCD Driver Information Display screen with colour graphics
All-new seat structures combine sports back and high-bolstered side support
High-quality, layered finishes in smooth soft-feel leather and suede with perforated leather inserts are accented by contrast twin-needle and deck stitching
Sports profile leather wrap steering wheel design is motorsport-inspired
Ice blue ambient lighting illuminates lower centre console and door pull recesses
Extra large dual cupholders can accommodate a wide range of container sizes

Walkaround footage of the SSV in detail can be found here:
https://www.yousendit.com/directDown...experience=bas
The aspect ratio is way off but it gives a good all around look.

[Jac001]

Subtle bonnet bulge is an interesting addition. They say it's for looks but I wonder if it's possibly to accommodate a factory blower option?
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More likely NCAP pedistrain crash test rating http://www.euroncap.com/Content-Web-...rotection.aspx

[XLR8 V8]

Here's the walkaround footage for the Calais V:
https://www.yousendit.com/directDown...experience=bas
Aspect ration is rubbish again. If you play it in VLC player and change the aspect ratio to 16:9 it looks a lot better.

[VHSLE]

Someone mentioned earlier it may have gone back to paddleshift on the steering wheel.

A close up shot of the Calais V seems to show the active shift still on the shifter as it is currently is.

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[XLR8 V8]

New advert is up on Youtube too.

[SSUte01]

Whichever way you look at it, it's a bloody good looking bit of kit and imo represents outstanding value; it'll be a bloody shame if these cars die a slow death. I am mostly not a Ford fan, but spending some time in a 2010 FG G6ET recently, I was uber impressed with the car, build quality, power, economy, looks, size etc. And for 30K for a second hand unit with low kays it was a steal compared to anything international that even comes close, this included some Audi (R)S models I've been lucky enough to be treated too. I can't wait to see a VF in the flesh. What's the word on the engine line up L77 or L99?? and for the sixes, are we finally going to see the 'Torana' donk ie V6TT. Well done Holden.

[Jag530G]

I wonder how long before someone strips the paint and polishes the aluminium bonnet of an SS (or maybe HSV could offer it as an option...) in the style of the Bentley Continental Project P116?

http://www.bentleyspotting.com/2007/...ntley-and.html

Cheers, Matthew

[falcom]

It looks like Holden now have the product they needed with the VF.

If they price it right and reliability has improved they will be on a winner.

I think it should have 5 year warranty as this would give the perception that quality/reliability has lifted and Holden is putting its money where it's mouth is.