they r not all that bad.. Like all new things they may take a little time to get used too them ..

Still look better than a ford :) LOL..



more pics here http://www.caradvice.com.au/40637/hsv-e2-range-released/

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Theres only 2 things I dont like:

1. Wheels on that particular one look terrible.

2. I think the bonnet scoops coupled with the inserts on the leading lip of the bonnet are overdoing it - either one or the other on their own would look nicer. The pics on that site show a couple of cars without those silver/chrome bonnet accents, and they look much better.

I actually like the Audi-esque running lights in the front bar, and the Senator looks fantastic.

I think this front end is a badly needed upgrade. HSV desperately need to differentiate themselves away from the regular SS-V. The previous model rear end achieved that, but the front, apart from the "panda eyes" bar, failed to clearly shout "Im not just an SS-V."


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the mags are the ugliest part of the car, and i agree with commodorenuts 2nd point, the bonnet is too intense, they could do without the chrome on the front..as for the ugliest holden ever, i think the VE maloo might be a contender for that title..

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2. I think the bonnet scoops coupled with the inserts on the leading lip of the bonnet are overdoing it - either one or the other on their own would look nicer.

HSV desperately need to differentiate themselves away from the regular SS-V. The previous model rear end achieved that, but the front, apart from the "panda eyes" bar, failed to clearly shout "Im not just an SS-V."

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Maybe Holden needed to use up thousands of surplus Pontiac G8 bonnets 8-(.

I never liked the "Panda Eyes" look on the HSVs and think that FPVs version "Alice Cooper eyes" is even worse but that front bumper is a massive improvement.

Then again I happen to like the VE shape overall. About the only feature that I find not right is the BMW 3 style lack of front overhang.

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Its an HSV (Holden Special Vehicle) and comes under Holden warranty.

I think it looks like a Subaru. And the rear end looks like it is frowning.

People will buy it as the power plant and the go fast gear will be the selling point.

Carpe Diem

Edited by user Thursday, 10 September 2009 10:35:48 PM(UTC)  | Reason: Not specified

What theyve done is taken the nice, aggressive shape of the latest Commodores/HSVs, and over-cooked it...in fact, burnt it to a crisp. It looks like a rice burner, where cooking model cars with good drivetrains are made to look sporty and aggressive. Well, attempted.

Not one addition on this car adds style...only "racey" looks and "sporty" intent.

And yet, i think if i saw one of these cruise past, from the front or fron 3/4 view..id be inclined to like it...not bad for a modern car.