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HOLDEN COMMODORE SS Used Car Review

The SS badge first appeared on the Commodore in 1982 as part of Holden's process to register the then VH model for touring car racing. Buyers could choose SS variants of the Commodore sedan and ute, and later wagon. SS (and SS-V) eventually came to represent the flagship version of the regular Commodore range before the famous badge was abandoned in late 2017 when Holden's famous large car became an import rather than locally built model.

Pros

Cons

  • Last versions offer especially great bang for your buck
  • Superb ride and handling of VE/VF models (2006-2017)
  • Effortlessly strong V8 performance
  • Not collectors' items yet so affordable used
  • V8 engines not exactly fuel-efficient
  • Fit and finish not perfect on VE-generation models
  • Reliability issues with older V8s (such as 5.7L)
  • Rear-drive Commodore no longer produced, and SS badge gone
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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6 litre VE SS Series 2 V8 Ute

  • 180000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto

Ozzy muscle, Australia's own Sports Car... with a tub. A sweet machine indeed drives and handles as good as it looks. original navigation option fitted Tuned rear mufflers with new tips to get the sound, performance that one would expect from a, Ozzie beast. Updated driving lights fitted, due to scared lenses. 180000klm service completed 20Feb24. RWC included as is.

$39,000
Maffra, VIC

22/04/2024

VE SS Commodore

  • 69000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto

In great condition and well looked after, a few very minor stone chips. May consider swapping with cash adjustment for a 4x4 wagon only (Toyota or Patrol etc) Low ks 69,350ks as of 20/1/24 Near new tyres Has personalised plates - goes with sale X2 keys All standard apart from the grill, have original to go with it and Twin pipes for a nice note. $35,000neg Please call or text Gumtree messages are delayed so please text

$34,000Negotiable
Geilston Bay, TAS

22/04/2024

2002 SS Holden commodore

  • 241000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual

2002 SS commodore HSV rims and seats door trims nice car regrettable sale 240 000 km Manual

$14,000Negotiable
Higgins, ACT

22/04/2024

VZ SS 5.7 litre Holden Commodore Sadan

  • 220000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto

Holden VZ 5.7 liter LS1 SS odo 220,000 kilometers stainless steel extractors very nice sound new paint very straight car very tidy good interior head unit radio USB with reversing camera have been refurbishing car for two years runs and drives excellent. Rwc provided on sale. Posting for father. Message for his number. Cash only.

$14,500
Trinity Beach, QLD

21/04/2024

2008 VE SS Commodore

  • 157000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual

VE Holden Commodore 2008 SS 6L 422h/p Cam Extractors Cold air intake Heavy duty clutch Harrop Eaton true track LS diff New bearings and centre bushes in tail shaft and balanced Gyeon flash ceramic coating Sunroof Female owner, very well looked after $32000 negotiable

$32,000
Bunbury Region, WA

19/04/2024

Holden ss commodore

  • 94010 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual

For sale green 2012 ss 94 thousand klms great car everything works on it well looked after just no longer being used available to view in Adelaide it is a genuine manual all tyres are like brand new only selling as we have work cars and it is not getting used at all first to look will buy all

$21,000Negotiable
Thebarton, SA

19/04/2024

2008 VE SSV UTE

  • 69000 km
  • Ute
  • Manual

Well looked after car, receipts for all work done, looking to sell or swap for HQ chrome bumper. Following work has been done, Full cam package with supporting mods Boost friendly cam Harrop OTR Kit Twin plate mantic clutch GM rip shifter Gearbox out and checked over Twin 3-inch stainless manta exhaust Ceramic coated pacemaker extractors Harrop true track 3,9 gears Tein adjustable coilovers all round Hsv Clubsport brakes all round New forged wheels 69000kms Manual

$42,000
Collie, WA

18/04/2024

vy ss ute hothouse green

  • 234586 km
  • Ute
  • Auto

Vy ss ute hothouse green,has been a great car to drive, mostly back and forth from work ,had ute for around 8 years needs a little bit of work to be perfect, to much to write will give my number if your seriously interested , and I can give more information, will register for test drive, no swaps thank you.

$13,000Negotiable
Salisbury Downs, SA

09/04/2024

Holden vy ss wagon

  • 340000 km
  • Wagon
  • Manual

2003 Vy ss wagon 6 speed New heavy duty clutch New power steering pump New radiator New belts Freshly serviced Mafless tuned New exhuast Red leather interior 2nd gear needs new synchros (was quoted $900 to fix) Crack in front bumper (it’s not hanging off just a small crack)

$18,500Negotiable
Launceston, TAS

04/04/2024

Holden SS Thunder. ute

  • 115800 km
  • Ute
  • Auto

This is in great condition it is stock standard no aftermarket added 4 new tyres New battery New brakes Nothing to spend on it Runs well

Negotiable
Chipping Norton, NSW

02/04/2024

2009 HOLDEN COMMODORE VE SSV

  • 267000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto

Selling my ve ssv due to upgrading. It's nice car. ($16,000) Cheap need it gone asap

$16,000
Taylors Lakes, VIC

27/03/2024

2006 Holden SS Commodore

  • 240000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto

2006 Holden Commodore SS Car drives well. Vehicle will come with a RWC. Just spent over 3k fixing oil and coolant leaks. Car just had a respray and is looking great. All inspections are welcome. Contact Fred on

$24,000
Tullamarine, VIC

15/03/2024

Wanted: Wanted SS Manual Wagon S1 or S2 Holden 2004 Commodore Berlina 5.7 6.0

  • Wagon

Hey all, Looking to buy a VY SS Wagon S1 or S2. ( NO SEDANS ) Will also consider VY or VZ Berlina Wagon 5.7 - 6.0 None/minimal mods with low Km’s are a must. ( Grandpa Spec ) Can settle quickly for the right example & will travel. Bank DD or cash. I have a VZ Sv6 mint @105Km’s that I’ll sell once I find the car I’m looking for. Price adjusted on Condition Pm me direct if you can help out. Thanks & appreciate it. Red/silver SS pic for atten

$15,000Negotiable
Rowville, VIC

04/09/2022

  • Common FAQs
  • The SS in Holden Commodore SS stands for 'Super Sport' and indicates a performance version of the Holden Commodore. There are SS variants available in sedan, ute and wagon body types.
  • The 2017 Holden Commodore SS produces 304 kW of power and 570 Nm of torque. By comparison, one of its main rivals the Ford Falcon XR8, delivers 335 kW of power and 570 Nm of torque.
  • The Holden Commodore SS produced from 1993 onwards have a braked towing capacity of 2,100kg. Models produced between 1982 and 1992 had a braked towing capacity of 1,590kg.
  • Production of the Holden Commodore SS ceased when Holden's Australian factory closed in 2017. The 2017 Holden Commodore SS currently sells for $29,500 to $49,990, whereas a 2005 Holden Commodore SS sells for around $7,000 to $10,000.
  • The 2017 Holden Commodore SS accelerates from 0 to 100 km/hour in 4.5 seconds and has a theoretical top speed of 287 km/hour.

Overview of the Holden Ss

Overview of the Holden Ss

The SS badge first appeared on the Commodore in 1982 as part of Holden's process to register the then VH model for touring car racing.

Buyers could choose SS variants of the Commodore sedan and ute, and later wagon.

SS (and SS-V) eventually came to represent the flagship version of the regular Commodore range before the famous badge was abandoned in late 2017 when Holden's famous large car became an import rather than locally built model.

HOLDEN COMMODORE SS GENERATIONS (SINCE 2006)

2006-2013

2013-2017

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption (VF generation models)

6.0L V8: 14.3 to 14.6 litres per 100km

6.2L V8: 12.6 to 12.9 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR CARS TO HOLDEN COMMODORE SS

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: HOLDEN COMMODORE SS (VF, 2013 ONWARDS)

The very last of the locally-made Holden SSs were good cars with strong mechanicals and much improved build quality.

The V8 engine was tough and seems well engineered, but the problem of faulty hydraulic lifters continues to confound some owners. Any ticking noise from the engine on start-up is a decent sign that one or more of the lifters is worn and will need replacing.

Conventional wisdom suggests all 16 should be replaced at the same time. The rockers and valve-springs have also been found to be a bit underdone in these engines.

Experience has also shown that this model Commodore can develop corrosion in the wiring harness that controlled the electrically assisted power steering. If moisture did get into the connectors, the power steering could fail.

The car would still have steering, but the effort required from the driver would be much higher. Sometimes, the assistance would return if the car was stopped and restarted.