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Old 16-07-2006, 01:18 PM   #241
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Hey guys, i missed the launch.....any way i can watch it...please? :
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:19 PM   #242
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When you think about the vy rear end looked alot like the old magna. Now the new rear end of the 380 looks like the calais. Oh well, the ss rear end looks good the pumped guards remind me of the evo.
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:19 PM   #243
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:22 PM   #244
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the official pics make it look alright, The orange dash is a bit out there on the ss v, get rid of that and the interior is very nice
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:24 PM   #245
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:24 PM   #246
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i agree with past comments about the calais headlights resembling that of the ba/bf

i like interior on the calais

does anyone else think this is a bit euro looking?

nice car overall, well done holden
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:27 PM   #247
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I like that caprice interior, very nice. Recon that HSV are donna do some magic. By the way, whens the next falcon upgrade due?
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:28 PM   #248
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:29 PM   #249
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:30 PM   #250
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Updated Holden rear end with an remodified BA front and roof line, ohh well, if you can't beat them, join them.
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:30 PM   #251
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Damm it's hard to pick that the Caprice is LWB! They actually lengthened the door as opposed to simply sticking a wagon door on and filling the gap.
The SS needs colour coded door trim inserts to go with the dash and seats.
Interesting how they pinched the "V" name for the premium sports model from Cadillac, most people will wonder wtf it's all about.
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:31 PM   #252
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That interior is sensational, about time they got rid of that sick looking green colour in the dash.

Finally a decent interior in a holden!!! 10/10 for the calais. Thanks for the pic Maurice, keep em coming if you have any more. Has any one got base model interior pictures?
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:33 PM   #253
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Calais is my preffered option. Not a fan of the SS. The Front bumper is too flat.
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Mr Stationwagon, was wondering where the V came from. American companies tightening the grip...
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:36 PM   #255
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:38 PM   #256
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:41 PM   #257
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tell you what the location of the d!cky little ariel above the rear window on every single model ****es me off already! why didnt they incorporate it into the rear window like on the BA?
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:42 PM   #258
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The more I see of it the more I love it! The Calais interior is absolutely sensational. Can't wait to see them in the flesh


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im really surprised that people are fairly impressed.

1. it aint that 'innovative' if you chuck bits of other cars together
2. it doesnt look THAT different from the other V series models
3. ARENT YOU ALL BLOODY FORD FANS?!?!?! even if you dont mind it you are meant to boo it and throw tomatos and crap. LOL

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Oh please, grow up will you, that sounds like it was written by an 8 year old.
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:42 PM   #259
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I thought they were going to get rid of those 2 rubber strips on the roof.......guess i was wrong
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:42 PM   #260
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im impressed. not a huge fan of the rear spoiler on the ss but that calais is pretty special. interiors are such an improvement.
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:44 PM   #261
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tell you what the location of the d!cky little ariel above the rear window on every single model ****es me off already! why didnt they incorporate it into the rear window like on the BA?
Judging by the **** poor radio reception the BA/BF has been known for, I think they made the right choice.
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:44 PM   #262
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im impressed. not a huge fan of the rear spoiler on the ss but that calais is pretty special. interiors are such an improvement.
A lip rear wing will be optional. The main guys at holden prefer it to the standard wing.
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:45 PM   #263
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Mr Stationwagon, was wondering where the V came from. American companies tightening the grip...
Maybe, although knowing a little about GM corporate in America I think it's more a case of someone in Holden getting cheeky, again. Cadillac is notorious for telling other divisions to take a flying leap if they think they are about to be upstaged. For them to let Holden use the V series name, and to a lesser extent image, is rather odd in my view.
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:46 PM   #264
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I thought they were going to get rid of those 2 rubber strips on the roof.......guess i was wrong
Hard to tell but it almost looks like Holden has roof rack mounts under slideing covers, like the Astra.
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:48 PM   #266
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What about that SS Interior. A few HUGE Splashes of colour.... Not a big fan.
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What about that SS Interior. A few HUGE Splashes of colour.... Not a big fan.
Same here, especially the dash in the SSV. Nasty looking IMO.
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:51 PM   #268
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The SS still doesnt sit well with me, nor does its interior : But the calias looks nice, and as has been spotted, has a lot of potential too look hot!
I don't like the caprice backside, but i like its interior, far better than the previous model.
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:51 PM   #269
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Old 16-07-2006, 01:52 PM   #270
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pretty sure they need the rubber things on the roof to make it easier in assembly
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