The end of a generation with the heart of a lion… A true modern classic
With the release of the all new Holden Commodore VT Series 1 (1997 – 1999), budget, time and emission restrictions would mean that we would see development cease on the locally built Holden V8 and it would be the last time in history that we would see a local built Holden / HSV powered vehicle.
When released in 1997 the HSV VT GTS Series 1 was ahead of it’s time and offered unrivalled performance across Australia and 99% of performance sedans of the world, Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson stated the VT GTS Series 1 as almost being a twin to the Austin Martin Vantage and a reminder of the Lotus Carlton.
| Quick Details | |
|---|---|
| Years Produced | 1997 – 1999 |
| Number Produced | 399 |
| Manuals Produced | 263 |
| Automatics Produced | 136 |
A True Muscle Car In A Modern Disguise…
The HSV VT GTS Series 1 is the perfect combination of Old School and New School. Old School running gear, with New School looks, luxury, handling and braking. But Most importantly, it is the LAST of the true Aussie Built HSV muscle cars. Sure, the Series 2 and later model LS engines produce more power; but you just can’t deny that the Holden motor is one of the sweetest things you will ever hear and not many can beat the sound of that Lion-Hearted, Aussie Built Holden Stroker.
The VT looks fantastic, with the same body as the 300kw VT Series 2 and similar to VX GTS models, but when you pop the bonnet, there she is, that all familiar engine that we have raced and modified for the past 40 years with a little bit of modern fuel injection on top. Anyone can import or buy cheaper cars with more power. But this car, this engine, has a place in the heart of any true Aussie muscle car enthusiast.
VT GTS Series 1 Images
