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HSV MALOO Used Car Review

Maloo means 'thunder' in the Aboriginal language and it was applied to HSV's performance version of the Holden Commodore Ute in 1990. The 'sports coupe with a boot' was fitted with increasingly powerful V8 engines, notably towards the end of its life with models such as the GTS and, lastly, the LSA with a supercharged V8. Production of the Maloo ended along with the Commodore Ute in 2017.

Pros

Cons

  • Excellent dynamics for a ute
  • Brutal performance of supercharged V8; generally great V8s
  • Premium feel to cabin, especially 2013 on
  • Surprisingly comfortable in terms of seats and ride
  • Poor rearward vision
  • Engines had huge appetite for fuel
  • Expensive for a ute
  • Not all Maloos were necessarily better than regular Holden V8 Ute
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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TopMANUAL E3 2012 HSV R8 MALOO

  • 104000 km
  • Ute
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 6.2L

**Clean and tidy E3 Maloo R8 SV Enhanced** Presents very well and drives great. Full service history 6 Speed Manual Sat Nav Reverse camera Cruise control Bluetooth EDI 22” GTSR wheels Lowered suspension VCM OTR X-Force exhaust system QLD Rego & RWC **L3V3L UP Plates are sold separately** 🔷Finance options available🔷 For more info please send us a message Vehicle located in Ashmore, Gold Coast **We can deliver Australia Wide**

$64,990Negotiable
Ashmore, QLD

02/05/2024

Top2011 HSV MALOO R8 6 SP AUTOMATIC UTILITY

  • 67182 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 6.2L

HSV O PACK NO EXPENSE SPARED, Pedantic Mature Owner Extensive service history Serviced using Mobil 1 since 38k by HSV/GMSV dealers VCM OTR 2016 HSV Maloo Cat Back Exhaust (Electric bi=modal mufflers with remote) HARROP Engine Oil Cooler Have all OEM parts to return to stock HEL Braided Brake lines, BENDIX SRT Pads on DBA Rotors HSV Compodium BlackVue 2ch DR750S hardwired 3rd owner & youngest at 51 NOT a daily driver ownly driven on long road trips Is kept in dry storage, more photos will be upl

$70,000
Gladstone, QLD

04/05/2024

Top2008 Hsv Maloo R8 6 Sp Automatic Utility

$42,000Negotiable
Eight Mile Plains, QLD

05/05/2024

1998 HSV MALOO 4 SP AUTOMATIC UTILITY

  • 176429 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

1998 series 3 Maloo 5L Ute presents well for age. Respray closed door completed a few years ago, from previous owner. She was purchased in 2022 from dealer in Tas. No service log book but from condition has been cared for and still remains punchy in the motor. Car has not been disrespected by young crowd and will value add to the collection in another’s shed. Only selling due to owning small business and being time poor. Shed space is a premium and sadly it’s time to let my childhood car go

$34,000Negotiable
Adelaide Airport, SA

6 hours ago

2004 HSV MALOO 4 SP AUTOMATIC UTILITY

  • 1 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 6.0L

Vz maloo 6 litre Automatic very original neat tidy condition. I’m second owner purchased it in 2006 genuine reasons for sale .

$30,000
Alfredton, VIC

8 hours ago

2014 HSV MALOO R8 6 SP AUTOMATIC UTILITY

  • 79000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 6.2L

2014 HSV R8 Maloo Ute In excellent condition 1 owner 6.2 L V8 Automatic RWC supplied Current registration Original 20” R8 rims also included in as new condition Plates but included but will be replaced with RWC

$90,000
Rushworth, VIC

18 hours ago

2008 Hsv Maloo R8 6 Sp Automatic Utility

$42,000Negotiable
Eight Mile Plains, QLD

05/05/2024

1998 HSV MALOO VSIII 4 SP AUTOMATIC UTILITY, 2 seats

  • 121622 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

1998 HSV VS Maloo Ute - Well-Maintained Classic ODO: 121,622 Transmission: Automatic Condition: Recently underwent cosmetic restoration to address wear accumulated over the years. The interior does show signs of use, but still retains all original Maloo branding without any damage to the upholstery or decals. Primarily serving as a backup vehicle, this car has enjoyed a gentle life, keeping its engine remarkably fresh with plenty of life left in her. Ideal for collectors or enthusiasts seeki

$26,000Negotiable
Enmore, NSW

05/05/2024

2010 HSV MALOO R8 6 SP MANUAL UTILITY

  • 130000 km
  • Ute
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 6.2L

Considering selling my 2010 E3 Maloo. Absolute pride and joy. Quick run down. 470hp at the wheels. Has dyno papers 20" Wheels 3" exhaust and extractors CNC Ported Heads Cam upgrade and tune Sounds amazing OTR Cold air intake. Air Ride bags in the rear. Top quality kit used. Guards professionally rolled Manual 6 Speed with Enhanced Driver Interface Don't bother will stupid low ball offers or trying to swap. Thanks

$63,500Negotiable
Gunnedah, NSW

05/05/2024

2010HSV MALOO R8 6 SP AUTOMATIC UTILITY

  • 71000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 6.2L

2010GXPMaloo Build 54 of 350 Immaculate condition inside and out. Low 71000kms First to see will buy. Selling to buy a tow vehicle. Sell or swap for a new model ford ranger or vw amarock V6 2022 model or newer. Cash either way.

$49,990Negotiable
North Richmond, NSW

05/05/2024

2011 HSV MALOO R8 6 SP AUTOMATIC UTILITY

  • 67182 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 6.2L

HSV O PACK NO EXPENSE SPARED, Pedantic Mature Owner Extensive service history Serviced using Mobil 1 since 38k by HSV/GMSV dealers VCM OTR 2016 HSV Maloo Cat Back Exhaust (Electric bi=modal mufflers with remote) HARROP Engine Oil Cooler Have all OEM parts to return to stock HEL Braided Brake lines, BENDIX SRT Pads on DBA Rotors HSV Compodium BlackVue 2ch DR750S hardwired 3rd owner & youngest at 51 NOT a daily driver ownly driven on long road trips Is kept in dry storage, more photos will be upl

$70,000
Gladstone, QLD

04/05/2024

MANUAL E3 2012 HSV R8 MALOO

  • 104000 km
  • Ute
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 6.2L

**Clean and tidy E3 Maloo R8 SV Enhanced** Presents very well and drives great. Full service history 6 Speed Manual Sat Nav Reverse camera Cruise control Bluetooth EDI 22” GTSR wheels Lowered suspension VCM OTR X-Force exhaust system QLD Rego & RWC **L3V3L UP Plates are sold separately** 🔷Finance options available🔷 For more info please send us a message Vehicle located in Ashmore, Gold Coast **We can deliver Australia Wide**

$64,990Negotiable
Ashmore, QLD

02/05/2024

2008 HSV MALOO R8 6 SP AUTOMATIC UTILITY

  • 244000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 6.2L

2008 Holden maloo it does need some TLC but mechanically sound,

$30,000
Armadale, WA

29/04/2024

Overview of the Hsv Maloo

Overview of the Hsv Maloo

Maloo means 'thunder' in the Aboriginal language and it was applied to HSV's performance version of the Holden Commodore Ute in 1990.

The 'sports coupe with a boot' was fitted with increasingly powerful V8 engines, notably towards the end of its life with models such as the GTS and, lastly, the LSA with a supercharged V8.

Production of the Maloo ended along with the Commodore Ute in 2017.

HSV MALOO GENERATIONS (SINCE 2007)

2007-2013

2013-2017

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption (2013 on)

6.2L V8: 12.6 to 12.9 litres per 100km

6.2L V8 supercharged: 15.5 to 15.8 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO HSV MALOO

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: HSV MALOO (2013 TO 2017)

Just because it's a big-dollar car with big performance and a high-end badge, doesn't mean the HSV Maloo, as a ute, won't have done plenty of hard work in its day.

That said, many have led very pampered lives and have never carried anything heavier than an esky and a fishing rod, so that's the Maloo you want to buy second hand.

Listen to the engine when it starts from cold. Is there a ticking or tapping noise from the engine? If so, you're probably looking at an engine with dud hydraulic lifters.

This engine was notorious for this, and the fix is a new set of lifters. The valve springs and rocker bearings should also be checked while you're in there.

It isn't quite open heart surgery but it will take a few hours of labour. Cost is impossible to predict. As with anything like this, get a quote first.

Some of these cars will still be covered by the factory warranty, too, so make sure the service record is intact.

The Maloo was, like other HSVs of this era, recalled to check an electrical connector that could see the electric power-steering fail. The steering would still work but would need lots of muscle from the driver.

A rattle from the front end of the Maloo could be a case of loose ball-joint fasteners that were incorrectly torqued at the factory. There was a recall for this.