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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

1973 Holden Torana LJ GTR Tangerine 4 Speed Manual Sedan

  • 85685 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 3.3L

Genuine 06/1973 Holden Torana LJ GTR - 1 Owner Since New !! - Sold New by Young & Green Holden, NSW - 202 Engine with Single Carburettor - M21 4 Speed Manual Transmission - Tags Have Never Been Removed - Original Tangerine Colour - Original Black Vinyl Trim - Orignal GTR Door Trims - Orignal Steering Wheel - Original Seat Belts - Original GTR Wheels with Dress Trims - We are Located 15 Minutes from Sydney CBD / 10 Minutes from Sydney Airport - Trade Ins / Swaps Welcome - Competitive Finance

$99,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Carss Park, NSW

Dealer used
02/05/2024

1975 Holden Torana LH SL/R Manderin Red 4 Speed Manual Sedan

  • 1 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 3.3L

1975 Holden Torana LH SLR Sedan - Genuine SLR Model - 5.0L (308) Engine - 5 Speed Manual Transmission - 9 Inch Diff - Factory Mandarin Red Colour - Genuine Black/Grey SLR Trim - SLR Steering Wheel - SLR Dash - Spoiler Kit & Flares - Drop Tank - Chrome Bumpers - Fenix Radiator - New 17x10 & 17x8 Hotwire Wheels - NSW Engineered for Modifications - We are Located 15 Minutes from Sydney CBD / 10 Minutes from Sydney Airport - Trade Ins / Swaps Welcome - Competitive Finance Available - Intersta

$129,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Carss Park, NSW

Dealer used
01/05/2024

LX SS TORANA - Genuine 2DOOR HATCHBACK

  • 345500 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 3.3L

Genuine 1976 LX SS TORANA 2-door Hatchback - very original & unmolested - letter of authenticity from Holden - 4 speed manual - all original interior in very good condition - genuine enquiries only - can assist if your purchasing via your self managed super fund as an investment - open to reasonable offers north $150k No trades or swaps Thank-you for looking

$180,000Negotiable
Dayboro, QLD

30/04/2024

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

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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.