Concept Cars
- HRT Maloo Ute – Based on the VX HSV Maloo, it was fitted with a new bodykit featuring significantly flared wheel arches to accommodate wider track and 20-inch wheels. The roof was lowered and modifications made to the suspension to produce a "ground hugging" stance. The ute was powered by a LS6 V8 stroked to 6.2 litres (producing 350 kW (469 hp)) with exhaust exiting from the side.
- HRT 427 – Unveiled at the 2002 Sydney Motor Show, the HRT (Holden Racing Team) 427 was loosely based on the Holden Monaro bodyshell. The MacPherson strut front suspension was replaced by an aluminium double A-arm setup with adjustable dampers. A weight reduction program was enacted which included the fitment of a carbon fibre bonnet and magnesium wheels. A 7.0 litre (427ci) V8 from the Corvette C5-R was installed (coupled to a T-56 M12 six-speed transmission), hence the name.
Originally intended to be put into production as competition against vehicles such as the Porsche 911 GT2, the idea was abandoned due to an unworkable business case based on the original production targets. It was to be the quickest ever (up to that time) HSV with a reported top speed of 299 km/h (186 mph). Only two street specification cars were ever built (although four racing cars were built by Garry Rogers Motorsport) with a reported 420 kW (571 PS; 563 hp) of power and 780 N·m (580 lb·ft) of torque. - GTS-R – Alternatively written as GTSR or GTS/R, this concept was unveiled in 2004 and based on the Monaro bodyshell. Similarities could be drawn with the HRT 427, however this model was never intended for road-use and instead was under consideration to create a one-make racing series. A more aggressive appearance was achieved through the use of a large front airdam, xenon headlights, LED rear lights, active carbon fiber rear spoiler and rear diffuser. The GTS-R was powered by a modified version of the LS2 producing 335 kW (455 PS; 449 hp). Other features included carbon ceramic disc brakes, rollcage, side-exiting exhausts and 19-inch ROH alloy wheels.
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