2004 HSV Clubsport R8 5.7 V8 from Australia and New Zealand

Summary:

A superb racing machine

Faults:

I have had no problems with this car at all.

General Comments:

I have had five HSVs and this is the best by a country mile, and that includes a VT GTS. The car is better then having a wive. Not only does it look awesome, the power and handling are superb. If you are looking for a car to attract attention this is the baby. I have only owned it for a month and I cannot fault it.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 12th July, 2004

18th Oct 2005, 01:12

The HSV is a nice cruiser however I believe that it chugs a lot of fuel for the power. A standard R32 GTR is on par or faster and has much more room for power upgrades.

20th Oct 2005, 18:40

Yeah, but not everyone wants a skyline.

Most of the skylines I have seen have been thrashed to buggery and not all that practical for family use (2dr models).

Anyway HSVs go fast enough - why would we need cars to go any faster on our roads?

2004 HSV Clubsport R8 VY S2 285 V8 285 kw from Australia and New Zealand

Summary:

Awesome

Faults:

Nothing at all so far it has been good as gold.

General Comments:

This car is pure horn it looks very aggressive and it goes like a rocket. It can take my family in long trips without any discomfort. Has everything and has enough power.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 20th January, 2004

28th Jan 2004, 07:20

I agree with the comments regarding the new R8 series 2 285 kw 6sp manual.

This vehicle is of a very high std in terms of looks, finish, performance, handling and refinement features.

It drives like a dream, rides like a cloud, corners like a cat and stops on a match stick.

It is getting close to rivaling many of the European models and at half the cost. This vehicle is a real drivers machine with all the features included.

HSV can be proud of producing a real world class vehicle. Congratulations.