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HOLDEN TORANA Used Car Review

The 1967 Torana - meaning 'to fly' in the Aboriginal language - was based on Britain's Vauxhall Viva. It had broad appeal through hatch and sedan body styles, and a wide range of engines comprising four, six or eight cylinders. The Torana became a touring car legend when racing versions took five victories during the 1970s, including three at the hands of another legend - Peter Brock. A race-car-for-the-road A9X version is regarded by many as one of Holden's most iconic cars.

Pros

Cons

  • Wide choice of engines
  • Latter models benefitted from radial tuned suspension
  • Appealing design of coupe and hatch models
  • Performance of A9X variant
  • Hatch's limited rear legroom and shallow load space
  • Long throw of manual gearbox
  • Very old car now
  • Fancier models can cost a fortune today
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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1976 Holden Torana LX SL Red 3 Speed Automatic Coupe

  • 3270 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.3L

1976 Holden Torana Hatchback (A9X Tribute) - 308ci (5.0L) Engine - 3 Speed Trimatic Automatic Transmission - Flamenco Red Colour - A9X Flare Kit, Spoiler Kit and Bonnet Scoop - Herringbone Trim - Silver SS Dash - SS Steering Wheel - Centre Console - 15" V5 Gold Simmons Wheels - Colour Matched Bumper Bars - We are Located 15 Minutes from Sydney CBD / 10 Minutes from Sydney Airport - Trade Ins / Swaps Welcome - Competitive Finance Available - Interstate Transport Available

$109,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Carss Park, NSW

Dealer used
14 hours ago

1976 HOLDEN TORANA LH 3 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN, 5 seats

  • 173000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.8L

1976 Holden Torana SL Engine Holden 355 Stroker VT roller block Forged bottom end scar rolling assembly Stud girdle 11:1 compression Modified oiling system Custom solid roller camshaft Ported early style b cast heads with stainless Valves Torque power manifold 750 quick fuel carb Driveline Trimatic stage 2 shift kit 3500 stall 9” diff 3.9 gears LSD 28 Spline axels Panel and paint Car was painted in 2007 in and out car has no rust GMH colour sunburst metallic gold Wheels GTS billets 15x8 x 15x1

$90,000Negotiable
Deepdale, WA

20 hours ago

LH Torana Project 308 4spd

  • 12345 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 2.8L

LH Torana Project 308 4spd runs n drives 308 with some work done to it Tunnel ram (needs rekitting still runs ) Have elderbrock with near new 650 demon Ten bolt diff Full flare kit Few spare parts also All bumper dash etc Rebuilt front end see pics 9/14 mags n good tyres Can come with hot wires or standards New extractors Hq stud pattern alround Can source Torana pattern if want to go That way No rust as all been cut out n replaced 99% complete car All panels rust free Just needs paint and inte

$40,000Negotiable
New Norfolk, TAS

02/05/2024

Torana LC

  • 9577 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 2.6L

Hi up for sale is my 1970 2door Unfinished project it has as follows. 383 stroker double hump fuel heads solid cam roller rockers with eye bolt rods GM 671 supercharger with two 650 vacuum secondaries boost referenced coupled to that is a 350 turbo train also comes with 60 L fuel cell 110 L per minute electric fuel pump brand-new 4 core aluminium radiator with twin Thermo fans still in box has all lights grill bumpers and spare bonnet also comes with spare front and rear glass spare rear upper

$36,500Negotiable
Jervois, SA

30/04/2024

Lc Torana

$45,000
Glenelg North, SA

28/04/2024

1978 Holden Torana SL 3 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 12345 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 4.1L

LX Torana SL 308/355 Stroker, Turbo 700 auto, 10 bolt solsbury, 4 wheel disc brakes. Additional extras listed in add. For a full description please call. NB: It is a 4 speed auto. Has done more than 5000k since rebuild as the car is used regularly.

$58,500
Vincentia, NSW

27/04/2024

LX Torana SL hatchback SS A9x SLR LH , factory v8 car

  • 250000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 4.1L

MORE PICS IN OTHER GUMTREE AD ..Selling my LX Torana SL hatchback. It’s a factory 253 V8 auto car but has had an M21 4 speed fitted pre 2001. The car still wears its original colour and trim tag ....also I have to a VEHICLE PRODUCTION REPORT from HHS with all vehicles details. The hatchback is a complete car but requires restoration OR least tidy up and drive as survivor . WALK IN REGO in South Australia ..and am happy to negotiate putting registration on for buyer MAIN BODY - the main shell i

$45,000Negotiable
Crafers, SA

25/04/2024

for sale LJ four door

  • 1234 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 2.8L

for sale my lj torana four door six cylinder four speed .this is the original factory colour its called wild orchid metallic . has all new seats hood lining tyres brakes xu1 fuel tank brand new .all new heater box and radiator all new ball joints rubbers head lights indicators door handles and rubbbers most of the little girl is new she is beautiful i am asking $55000 ono for more info call

$55,000Negotiable
Gordon, ACT

17/04/2024

1977 Holden Torana SL 3 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 280071 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.3L

1977 LX SL 202 T-bar Aquarius paint Chamois vinyl interior Very rusty. Suited for parts or restoration. Has all 3 tags. Factory 202 car but has HR code red 253 out of LX SLR. Needs reco. No transmission. Original banjo diff still in car. All bolt on panels. Has all four doors with all glass and all hinges, handles and winders and mechanisms. Missing front door trims. Drivers front door has rust in door frame. Boot lid is in rust and dent free condition with good original paint. Has boo

$4,000Negotiable
Marlee, NSW

14/04/2024

1975 Holden Torana SL 3 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 113000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 4.1L

(Lh sl torana 1975 converted to a 308) -Bench seat -Neat and tidy -Drives and runs smoothly. -Original hub caps -Column shift -Factory bench seat car -113,000km -Sun visor plastics from new still attached. Two previous owners, who valued the car and looked after it. Has Tasmanian rego from when I moved. Call for more info if interested.

$65,000Negotiable
Moe, VIC

13/04/2024

1972 HOLDEN TORANA SL 3 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN LJ

  • 52500 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.8L

My LJ Torana is officially up for sale as I’m getting married and moving interstate. It's ready to go to a loving home, someone who can add the final touches and get her over the finish line. As much as I would love to keep her it's time for a change of season. What you get: - Holden Feb 1972 LJ Torana SL 6 Cylinder 2850 – I am the second owner from new. - Comes with all 3 original matching tags. - No major rust – all rust was repaired when the car was completely re-sprayed. - I have meticulous

$34,900
Parafield Gardens, SA

22/03/2024

1977 HOLDEN TORANA LX 4 SP MANUAL 2D LIFTBACK, 5 seats

  • 1234 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 4.1L

Lx hatchback Torana for sale Comes with all panels glass and chrome also interior besides the carpet Needs full Resto Been sandblasted and primed So nothing is hidden $32,000ono

$32,000Negotiable
Goodna, QLD

22/03/2024

Torana hatchback Restomod Gen3 LS1

  • 198000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.3L

Contact for details, May consider trade-in or swap. LS3 engine, Monaro Z, HSV Coupe, Maloo, Senator or Tourer. Owes me around $75k my loss your gain Could easily make this a SS tribute, last photo example of what it could be Rare SL Torana hatchback, one of the last Torana's before they all became Sunbirds Beautiful Flamenco Red color with beige/chamois interior Body and Interior fully restored or as new condition also have a restored LH 4 door for sale with reco 308

$67,500
Bli Bli, QLD

23/10/2022

Holden Torana

  • 285000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 2.8L

Holden uc Torana 400 Chev , dart block Brodix heads , roller cam went 490 at the Tyre on pump fuel and manifold leak has low compression head gaskets can can a lot more out of the engine and it has been built for 150 shot if you want to , turbo 350 box built by bob grant manual valve body 5000 converter 9 inch diff 31 spline true Trac 3:7 gears interior is good time but if rust in passenger door has run 10.7 @ 124 mph good Reliable streeter no test pilots genuine inquires only may trade on Chev

$70,000
Brisbane Region, QLD

18/02/2022

Overview of the Holden Torana

Overview of the Holden Torana

The 1967 Torana - meaning 'to fly' in the Aboriginal language - was based on Britain's Vauxhall Viva.

It had broad appeal through hatch and sedan body styles, and a wide range of engines comprising four, six or eight cylinders.

The Torana became a touring car legend when racing versions took five victories during the 1970s, including three at the hands of another legend - Peter Brock.

A race-car-for-the-road A9X version is regarded by many as one of Holden's most iconic cars.

HOLDEN TORANA GENERATIONS

1967-1969

1969-1974

1974-1980

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

3.3L 6cyl: 13.6 litres per 100km (based on 1976-78 SL/R sedan)

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO HOLDEN TORANA

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: HOLDEN TORANA (1974-1980)

The Toranas we're dealing with here are the last of the breed and were the biggest and strongest Toranas made. But you need to understand that they're very old cars now and could be in any sort of condition from mint to ready-for-the-knackers.

Mechanically, they're big and tough with strong, simple suspension and fairly crude engines and transmissions. Any four-cylinder will be a worn-out dog by now and the V8s are heavy and spoil the handling as well as make the cars expensive. Which means a six-cylinder is the way to go but check the engine for smoke from the tailpipe as well as the oil filler cap when the engine is hot and idling.

The automatic should select gears from Park without too much delay and the clutch in any manual should feel strong with a distinct take-up point.

Interiors in good condition won't be easy to find, and also beware a new coat of shiny paint that could be hiding anything such as rust.

Finally, lower your driving expectations; these weren't flash handlers when new and another four decades will have done nothing to alter that perspective.