Sales of the Commodore ended in 2020, coinciding with the discontinuation of the Holden brand and nameplate entirely. "It's faster, more economical, its lighter, better to drive. But Holden is fighting back against the odds, hoping that buyers who’ve moved away from large cars may give the Commodore one last chance before the homegrown model bows out in 2016, to make way for a four-cylinder front-drive sedan. "We've been very heavily involved in this program to ensure that it's a worthy successor to the Commodore and that it comfortably wears a Commodore badge," he said.

That said, Holden will be offering "substantial bonuses on the entire range," WhichCar was told.The strategy appears to be working, with interested customers already approaching dealerships with inquires. It was manufactured from 1978 to 2017 in Australia and from 1979 to 1990 in New Zealand, with production of the locally manufactured versions in Australia ending on 20 October 2017. Imagine knowing what other people actually paid for their brand new Holden Commodore? According to a source inside Holden, the company will be applying discounts on a more case by case basis, assisting dealers to move all existing stock.The largest figures will be applied to sweeten the deal in the hardest of sales, like high-mileage demonstrators or yard-damaged examples.The message is clear - don't expect to stroll into a Holden dealership and drive out in a new Astra for $12,000, while used examples are selling for $16,000. The company isn't shying away from the fact that switching from a locally-made product to an imported one from February 2018 is going to impact its popularity.. Source:Supplied As many as 800 jobs are expected to go from Holden, with many of them to cease by the end of June. $19,500. The last time the RRP of a V8 Commodore SS was close to $41,990 was 18 years ago, in 1995, when the VS SS started at $41,910. It is what a Holden should be," he added.Ultimately the market will decide how successful the new Commodore is in Australia and, although Poppitt concedes that sales will fade, he's still confident the new model is an improvement. And automatic transmission (the most popular choice) is $2200 extra on most models. Or will a wagon do? Detailed advice for you - the tradie - on what car is right for you and your job.From e-bikes to Uber, EVs to public transport; your resource for reviews, news and advice focusing on urban lifestyle. Holden Commodore SV6 2014/15 PRICE DROP!!!

The biggest savings on the new Commodore range are on sports and luxury models, with price cuts of up to $9800. In the wake of the shock announcement that Holden will disappear from the Australian automotive landscape, dealers are preparing to slash forecourt prices by more than $17,000. The Caprice V limousine (a longer version of the Commodore and the same type of car the Prime Minister travels in) has been slashed by a neat $10,000 to $59,990. In Australia, Rob Trubiani, Holden's vehicle dynamics lead and the bloke responsible for the current VFII's chassis tune, said the unique Australian calibrations were designed to make the new model feel more at home here. Picture: AAP Image/Joel CarrettEditor of Unique Cars magazine, Guy Allen, said there are specific Holden models that will likely go up in value as a result of the brand no longer being made.“There was a time when Toranas were just a common car on the road but thanks to time, and possibly a fair amount of rust, they are now highly collectable,” Mr Allen said.“Prices, of course, vary from model to model, but certain Holdens are the subject of high demand and increasingly high prices.”He said there will likely be a ripple effect across various Holden models as demand for particular cars increase over time.“Don’t expect your banged-up Commodore to suddenly pay off the mortgage, but do understand that Holden has a special place in the hearts of many Australians,” Mr Allen said.“That, combined with the forces of (no more) supply and demand, will create some powerful forces in the highly competitive collectibles market.”At the moment one of the most valuable Holden models is a Torana A9X Hatchback, which can fetch around $300,000.Early Monaro GTS models can have a similar value, with many priced from $250,000 to $300,000.A Commodore VK ‘Blue Meanie’ can go for $150,000 or more.Holden Torana A9X Hatchback’s can fetch around $300,000.A the dust from the Holden axing settles other models will also likely become increasingly sought after.Holden’s interim chairman and managing director Kristian Aquilina revealed yesterday what the brand’s disappearance will mean for customers who own one of their models.General Motors (GM), who own Holden, made the shock announcement on Monday they will no longer make right hand drive cars for Australian roads and that the brand will disappear at the end of the year.Mr Aquilina said he wanted to assure customers “we stand by our cars”.“The doors don’t close tomorrow or today,” Mr Aquilina said at a press conference on Monday afternoon, adding that there were currently 1.6 million Holden cars owned across Australia.“We will continue to provide sales support for at least the next 10 years.“Those owners want the insurance around spare parts, warranties repairs and recalls.