Holy grail Holden!! A stunning representation of an A9X Hatchback finished in Jasmine Yellow with black trim. The A9X is a beautiful example that has never been totally restored but instead lovingly cared for and maintained by all its owners over its 48-year existence. Both the outside and the inside are in superb condition without any modifications. For the purists, the car still runs its original matching number engine. A new exhaust has been fitted to the car recently and is as close to factory spec as possible. The car has been maintained and improved by its current owner. Interior is untouched and all original including seats, door trims and carpet. The car still sits on its original “256” rims including the spare. The odometer displays just over 91,000 careful kilometres. Only 100 A9X hatchbacks were produced originally with a fraction of them left in existence. Please contact one of our friendly staff to make an appointment to view this car at our Kogarah showroom.
In the somewhat wet 1972 Hardie-Ferodo 500, the lightweight HDT Torana GTR XU-1 claimed victory against the heavyweight GT-HO, driven solo for 500 miles (800 km) by Peter Brock. This would be the start of the ‘Peter Perfect’/Torana legend, and the first of five Bathurst wins for the Torana in its colourful 10-year racing career at Bathurst. This beautifully restored example is a great representation of the LJ GTR XU-1 model. The factory colour, Patina Gold is unique and displays elegance to this little pocket rocket. Sitting on period correct Sprint Master mags. Sporting the original black vinyl interior which is still in fantastic condition. Under the hood is the matching number 202 “JP” straight six engine with triple carbs. The XU-1 was produced in February of 1973 and sold in March of 1973 through City Auto Sales PTY. LTD. In Toowoomba, Queensland. An extensive amount of paperwork comes with the car too. Showing just under 47,000 miles. Contact one of our friendly staff to make an appointment to view this vehicle at our Kogarah facility.
A stunning example of an SL/R 5000 tribute. Starting out as a genuine SL/R L32 Torana and built by the current owner into this beautiful car we now offer for sale. Remaining in the original colour of Cotillion White but upgraded with flares, bonnet scoop, front and rear spoilers and that unforgettable alloy drop tank and topped off with a set of genuine gold mesh Simmons wheels. Along with a full respray by the current owner the interior has also been treated to a full make over all to factory spec in its original Black Slate vinyl. The original 253 Holden V8 engine has been replaced with a Holden 308 which is runs and sounds great. The transmission is a M21 four speed, and the diff is a Ford 9” with disc brakes. The underside of the car is just as nice as the top. If you are in the market for a Torana then this is the car. Now available for inspection by appointment at our Kogarah facility.
Now available for sale is Faye, this beautiful 1975 Holden LH Torana SL. Affectionately given her name by the first owners way back in 1975 and a name that has stuck with it ever since. This Torana has been treated to three caring owners and it shows. The Persian Sand paintwork is mostly original with only very few touch ups. Look inside and your eyes are treated to a beautiful untouched Chamois interior. Everything is also in working order from the radio to the cigarette lighter. Even still wears the original dealer fitted rear venetian blind. Externally the car is all Grandpa Spec thanks to a full set of genuine mudflaps and whitewall tyres. The odometer is showing 39635 kilometres and is faultless and ready to enjoy. Rarely do Toranas of this model come up for sale in unmodified condition like this one so be sure to contact one of our friendly staff to arrange an inspection at our Kogarah facility.
In August 1970, the first ultra-performance Torana, the GTR XU-1, was developed by Holden along with Harry Firth of the Holden Dealer Team for competition in popular Series Production touring car racing within Australia. This car, built in February of 1971 is a super honest example with only very minimal alterations, only being the front seatbelts and the addition of a five-speed gearbox. The original gearbox and associated items are included with the sale of the car. Originally delivered through Kevin Dennis Motors and owned by Kevin himself who is believed to have campaigned the car in motorsport events up until 1973 when it changed hands to the second owner. The eye popping Plumdinger paintwork has been redone at some point of the cars life and still presents nicely. Inside, although showing signs of wear and tear is completely original and could either be redone or left as is by the next owner. Under the hood is the genuine matching number six-cylinder 186 engine with most of its original components which has recently been rebuilt. Still retaining its original issued Victorian number plates as well as documentation. Now available for inspection by appointment at our Kogarah facility.
March 1974 had the first completely new Torana body, with the arrival of the larger mid-sized LH series, produced in four-door sedan style only. Despite the larger external size, the car was relatively cramped by mid-1970s standards. The 5.0-litre engine was reserved for the sporting LH Torana SL/R 5000 sedan. A special build derivative of the SL/R 5000 was the Bathurst-intended ‘L34 Option’, of which only 263 were built, with a higher-compression engine with stouter components for more power and durability in competition use. The most notable external feature of the L34 was the bolt-on wheel arch extensions, designed to accommodate the larger racing rims and tyres. Overall, a total of 70,184 LH Toranas was built. A few special models of the LH were built, the somewhat sporting Plus 4 and G-Pak models. The Plus 4 arrived in September 1974 and was an attempt to move a few more of the slow-selling four-cylinder models. The G-Pak, first seen in February 1975, received the 3.3-litre inline-six. Both came with a four-speed manual, sporting instrumentation, and disc brakes in front.
How cool is this?! A stunning representation of the SL/R L32 Torana. One of the very few that has survived in untouched condition. No flares, no spoilers, no drop tank, and factory ordered in attractive Chrome Yellow this beautiful Torana is an absolute pleasure to see as it is. Having only being repainted in the last three years with only very minimal rust repairs and body work required. All the original badging was replaced and blackouts re done to factory specifications. Even the original hubcaps were retained. Open the doors and you are again treated to totally original “19X” black vinyl interior except for the front two seats which were recovered at the same time the car was repainted. The car is displaying just over 74,000 kilometres and the condition of the car matches that perfectly. Under the bonnet is also the original 253 4.2 litre Holden V8 engine without any major modifications. The gearbox is the original M20 unit and shifts through the gears as it should. This beautiful Torana is a stunning example of an L32 and is perfect for weekend cruising and club events. Now available for inspection by appointment only in our Kogarah facility.
Up for sale is a 1974 Holden LH Torana, factory L32 253ci V8, 4 speed manual gear box, and Sunburst Metallic paint as the compliance plates indicate. Now converted to a SLR/5000 replica with its matching number L32 engine with a modified supra W58 5 speed manual gear box. Presented in Yellow with complete SLR interior re-trimmed in traditional golf ball trim finished in black/grey, SLR instrumentation dash, console and SLR steering wheel riding on 16inch Simmons wheels. This vibrant replica is a sure stand out and a real head turner which is a very tidy example and mechanically great, a turn key diver with tuff street appeal, also retains its original log books and paperwork. Now available to view in our Kogarah facility.
Now for sale is this LX Torana SS Hatchback replica. Presented in white with black/slate grey A9X trim. Running a 308 with some custom work carried out such as a 355 stroker engine for some enhanced power with internals like Harrop crankshaft, ACL pistons, A9L rods, Crane solid cam, L34 heads with yella terra roller rockers, high volume sump, torque power EFI manifold with Holley terminator x ECU and custom 2.5inch exhaust system with Pacemaker extractors mated to a Turbo 400 stage-2, (B&M shifter) manual shift gearbox by Pro Trans and dominator converter ,with a bullet proof rear end consisting of a 9 inch diff, 31 spline axles with a tru-track centre and 3:5 gear ratios complemented with a 90L drop tank running an areo motive in tank fuel pump system. Ridding on Simmons wheels (18×7 fronts and 19×10 rears).Overall this car presents in great condition throughout ideally for the true car enthusiast that is looking for that tuff street experience. Do not miss out as all the hard work has been done, now available to view at our Kogarah facility.
Rare barn find 1977 Holden Torana LX series Hatchback. Unrestored one owner all numbers matching 202ci red motor matched to its factory 3 speed T-Bar automatic transmission. Presented in Antelope Metalic paint with Chamois interior being all original from day one, a true survivor apart from its general ware and tare which shows great patina, showing 161,000km on the odometer with most of its original decals and QC stamping visible throughout the car, all original glass, radio, chrome work and also retains its original log books paperwork and original keys sold by FREEMAN MOTORS Adelaide which still has its first issue number plates affixed to the car. Simply an exceptional well preserved Torana which is very hard to come by these days is now ready for the true Holden collector to acquire. Now available to view in our Kogarah facility.
Now on offer is this 1974 Holden LH Torana which started life as a factory 6cylinder 4 door sedan in Safron Orange. The current owner has undertaken the process of a ground up restoration over a 5year period with no money spared and great attention to detail which the finish product presents in flawless condition as a modified L34 replica. Currently registered with a 350chev producing approx 390hp. Engine was newly built using a GM Vortec 4 bolt block, edelbrock alloy heads, SB roller cam, roller rockers, 450CFM carby, tunnel rams, Gilmore drive, electric thermo fans and the list goes on (receipts to match). Backed by a bullet proof drive train which consists of a 4-speed toploader gearbox and a hurst shifter to suit complemented with a 9inch diff LSD (4;11 ratio), Custom built extractors and exhaust, interior represents L34spec in immaculate condition. Exterior is painted in Safron orange with a custom metallic course which gives it a unique appeal with an extra option of a Customized electric sunroof fitted. Sits on 19’’ 3-piece FR Simmonds on disc brakes all round and rear air bag suspension set up to adjust ride height. Book an appointment now to view this beauty, located in our Kogarah facility.
Super rare 1977 Torana A9X presented in RETRO Ultra Blue with Slate interior. This great survivor was one of the best unmolested examples till the current owner decided to undertake the massive task of a total nut & bolt restoration back in 2003 using all original restored components with some NOS parts retaining all its factory markings and quality control decals back to its showroom condition. Being a 1 of only 4 built in this colour combo with a total of 305 sedan built A9X’s and with less than 50% remain makes this a very special and desirable acquisition to any muscle car collection. With the total drive train being restored back to factory specifications would make you go back in time as though you were the first custodian , running its fresh matching numbers 308 V8 engine, M21 4speed gearbox and 3.08:1 diff this vehicle is in total perfect working order and condition which still retains its original log books, service history and a stack of paperwork for this multi award winning A9X , to top it off ridding on original A9X wheels. This rare and hard to find A9X makes the perfect opportunity to acquire this stunning muscle car which would certainly satisfy any new owner with its rich history and legendary status in the muscle car industry. Now available at Muscle Car Warehouse.
1976 Holden Torana LH tastefully restored to a replica A9X Torana SLR 5000, this factory L32- V8, M20- 4speed manual car now presented in Absynth yellow, features a freshly rebuilt 308 V8 stroked to a 336 V8 engine, extractors, 4 speed M21 gearbox , 9 inch diff , all new suspension and a HQ brake upgrade ridding on period correct A9X wheels finished off with a new drop tank with all current modifications been engineered. Complete SLR interior re-trimmed in traditional golf ball trim finished in tan colour, SLR instrumentation dash , console and SLR steering wheel. This stunning replica presents in great condition at a fraction of the price from the real deal. Now available to view in our Kogarah facility.
Holden released an option package known as the L34 to the LH Torana SLR5000s during the apex of the Australian touring car championship. Don’t be fooled as the above example is a replica could be mistaken as real deal of the approx 263 notoriously built L34 SL/R5000 Toranas. It comes in a rare satin mist colour with all the L34 goodies such as a 5.0L 308 block with forged steel rods and cast alloy pistons and a Rochester Q-Jet carburettor. It has been primarily built back to its original specifications also backed by a reconditioned M21 heavy duty gearbox and a banjo diff ridding on period correct steel rally wheels with Kenda radial tyres with a spare rally rim in the boot. Unfortunately this car does not come with compliance plates and now has police identification numbers. Presents in great condition throughout this L34 Torana is recommended for the enthusiast who is looking for a car without paying the price tag of a genuine L34. Car is now located in our Kogarah facility, so to see this beauty book an appointment by calling us on 02 9553 8965.
LX Torana SL/R 5000 Replica.This Stunning clone represents great value for the car enthusiast with all the hard work done , the exterior paint is in great condition with all correct black outs and A9X flares and original slate black SL/R trim and SLR steering wheel. Running a strong 308/355 Stroker, 4speed M21 gearbox and 10 bolt diff with bilstien suspension all round completed with aluminium drop tank ridding on GTS rims , this replica drives like a dream and is sure to impress any test drive. Now available to view in our Kogarah facility.
With most car enthusiasts, the legendary Torana A9X remains the ultimate Aussie muscle car ever produced by Holden, which is highly sought after by all collectors and car enthusiast’s as one of the most iconic Aussie muscle cars built on our home soil. Which also bares an Aboriginal name (Torana) which means to FLY and this particular model sure did that by being a podium winner for consecutive years at Mount Panorama in the Bathurst 1000. This history making machine may have been a slower seller of the mid 70’s due to 4door sedans which were in high demand at the time, with only 100 available in the hatch version they were certainly going to become a classic collectors item as they sure have.
During 1977 the LX series Torana was introduced to the market with a performance package, ‘A9X Option’ which was available on the 5.0-litre V8-powered SLR 5000 sedan and SS hatchback models. The A9X visually resembled the L34-optioned LH model, but with the addition of a rear-facing bonnet scoop designed to increase airflow into the engine bay (carburettor) to produce maximum power in motor racing applications. The A9X package varied from the old L34 in road form in that whilst the engine was not modified, the A9X nevertheless had some special mechanical features such as rear disc brakes, heavy-duty axles, and a heavy-duty ’10 bolt’ differential.
After being rushed into Group C touring car racing by Peter Brock’s HDT team, gave the A9X a dream debut at Sandown Raceway in 1977 outright winner but wasn’t so lucky at the Bathurst 1000 for that year. The A9X was soon refined by HDT and proved dominant during the following two seasons of touring-car racing in Australia. Peter Brock was victorious in the 1978 and 1979 Australian Touring Car Championships and Bathurst 1000’s . In a show of the A9X’s superiority, Brock and Richards won the 1979 Bathurst 1000 race by a record six laps, with Brock setting the touring-car lap record on the last lap of the race and being labelled KING OF THE MOUNTAIN.
Now on offer is this remarkable Torana A9X Hatch sold by Miall-Phillips Motors NSW with rich history and great provenance, classified as an unmolested rust-free example thanks to the 1st owner that ticked the box to have the vehicle treated for rust prevention from the Dealership by a company called (End Rust) back in 1978 also in that year was the greatest highlight for the 1st owner which he had the privilege of driving Miss Universe Australia to her wedding, with only an external re-spray in its period correct Acrylic paint over 25years ago due to the general ware and tear over the years still represents as a classic survivor. Now a 3rd owner vehicle, which has been well looked after and preserved by all custodians which still presents in stunning condition, also quoted as one of the greatest A9X’s that still remain on our roads today by the A9X Torana Owners Association of Australia. Guesstimated by the (A9X TOAA) that only 50% of A9X hatch’s throughout Australia still survive making this particular vehicle among the rarest Aussie classics. Presented in Jasmine Yellow with contrasting Slate Black vinyl trim and all matching numbers (L31) 308 V8, M21 4speed manual gear box and 3.08:1 diff retaining all its original glass, rare brake air ducts, Log books / owners manual, all service history GMH Authenticity Letter, Warranty card and magazine featured articles, ridding on its original day one A9X wheels with codes visible on all rims including spare wheel in boot plus the bonus HATCH HUTCH in its original case stored away in the boot. Despite this vehicle spending 27years of its existence in a Sydney storage unit by the previous owner mechanically was in great working order and the interior presentation still stands as day one condition. Whilst the current owner decided to have the whole drive train meticulously overhauled with all its genuine components without the interfering with all the factory decals was brought back to road worthy standards. Now this Lion is ready to roar like it did around Mount Panorama or just simply camp up with the available hatch hutch (tent) accessory for the next owner to now enjoy. Available to view in our Kogarah facility.
SPECIFICATIONS;
Holden Torana A9X NUMBER BUILT: 405 (305 sedan, 100 hatch) BODY: integrated body/chassis four-door sedan & two-door coupe ENGINE: 5048cc V8 with overhead valves and single carburettor POWER & TORQUE: 164kW @ 4800rpm, 406Nm @ 3100rpm PERFORMANCE: 0-100km/h: 7.8 seconds, 0-400 metres 15.9 seconds TRANSMISSION: 4-speed manual SUSPENSION: Independent with coil springs, wishbones, telescopic shock absorbers & anti-roll bar (f); live axle with semi-elliptic springs, radius rods, telescopic shock absorbers & anti-roll bar (r) BRAKES: disc (f) disc (r) with power assistance TYRES: DR70 H14 radial
