The debut of the Holden VL Commodore SS Group A came from Garry Willmington at Oran Park's Pepsi 250. But the car was severely underdone and the car retired after just 4 laps. Two weeks later HSV debuted their new VL Commodore at the Enzed Sandown 500. Two cars were entered from the HSV team, number IO, driven by Larry Perkins and Denny Hulme, with the number 11 car driven by Jeff Allam and Armin Hahne, both HSV cars were Perkins built. The HSV team had a promising start with both qualifying in the top 10. The number IO car was able lead in its debut race for 30 laps, before a slow pad change allowed Allan Moffat and Gregg Hansford in a Ford Sierra RS500 to build an unassailable lead. The Allam/Hahne paring failed to finish, retiring after 56 laps, while the Perkins/Hulme car finished the race in 2nd place.

Item includes certificate and production number plate, mounted to the chassis.

 

• The race tuned body kit is a distinguishing feature of the �??Walkinshaw�?? VL Commodore. The bonnet scoop hides cutouts that align with the engine.
• Perkins Dymag wheel rims still used the traditional 5 stud mount system. Look through the rims to see the etch metal disc brakes.
• The purpose built race car interior features extra gauges, rollcage, harness, steering wheel and race seat.
• Although the race car interior appears empty, it includes a detailed switch tower. Note the arm rests have been removed from the doors.
• The Holden V8 has an outstanding level of detail, still featuring dual throttle bodies but now connected to a large air box.
• The front chassis shows the engine sump, exhaust system and working suspension. The front wheels are even linked to the steering wheel.
• The rear of the chassis shows the drive-shaft, axle,sprung rear suspension, anti-roll bars and Panhard rod.
• The well detailed chassis features the etched metal limited edition production number.