1986 Holden Calais VL Turbo Sedan - Red - 241,704km - Turbocharged 3.0L Inline-6, 5-Speed Manual
Overview
The VL Calais represents a significant moment in Australian automotive history. Launched in 1984, the VL generation brought modern engineering and European-influenced styling to Holden's mid-size offering, and the turbocharged variant stands as a genuine performance statement from the era. This 1986 example is a turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-six paired, 98 Tuned, with a five-speed manual transmission, delivering genuine driving engagement and period-correct performance. The VL Turbo was never built in large numbers, making this a relatively uncommon find today. The red paint and manual transmission combination appeals to enthusiasts seeking authentic 1980s Australian motoring character.
This particular Calais presents as a well-used but fundamentally sound example of the breed. The red exterior shows the patina consistent with a 38-year-old vehicle that has seen genuine use. Paint quality varies across the body, with the bonnet and door panels displaying chipping and peeling typical of age and UV exposure. The rear quarter panel exhibits stress cracking in the paint finish. The front bumper carries minor impact damage. Mechanically, the vehicle demonstrates the kind of honest wear you would expect from a car that has covered 241,704 kilometres. The interior reflects its age, with the dashboard showing minor cracking, headliner sagging, and door cards faded from decades of use. Window seals show deterioration, and the exhaust outlet displays surface corrosion. The turbo engine bay presents with evidence of modifications and period-correct tuning components visible in the engine photographs. This is a car that has been driven and enjoyed, not preserved in a museum.
At the classic car market level, turbocharged VL Calais examples in manual configuration represent genuine collector interest. This example offers the manual gearbox and turbo combination that enthusiasts actively seek, positioning it as a realistic entry point into VL ownership for the serious Holden collector or period-correct performance driver.
Condition
The exterior paint shows age-related deterioration with chipping on the bonnet and door panels, peeling clear coat, and stress cracking on the rear quarter panel. The front bumper carries minor impact damage. Chrome and trim show patina consistent with the vehicle's age. The interior presents with dashboard cracking, headliner sagging, faded and worn door cards, and deteriorating window seals. Mechanically, the turbo engine bay shows evidence of modifications and tuning work. The exhaust outlet displays surface corrosion. The vehicle is unregistered and presented as-is, reflecting its status as a project or restoration candidate.
Features
* Turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-six engine with visible performance modifications
* Five-speed manual transmission for driver engagement
* Rear-wheel-drive configuration
* Right-hand-drive Australian specification
* Four-door sedan body
* Five-seat configuration
* Period-correct turbo engine bay with aftermarket components visible
* Boost management system (e-Boost2 visible in photographs)
* Custom fuel system with braided hose runs
* Upgraded cooling system with performance radiator
* Custom intake and exhaust modifications
* Alloy wheels with contemporary styling
* Manual windows and locks reflecting 1986 specification
* Unregistered, presented as project or restoration vehicle
Condition Notes
* Bonnet and door panel paint chipping and peeling from UV exposure and age
* Rear quarter panel stress cracking in paint finish
* Front bumper minor impact damage
* Dashboard minor cracking
* Headliner sagging
* Door cards faded and worn
* Window seals deteriorated
* Exhaust outlet surface corrosion
* Door jambs and trim showing minor surface rust
* Vehicle unregistered and presented as-is
* Odometer reading 241,704 kilometres
Specifications
Year: 1986
Make: Holden
Model: Calais
Series: VL
Body: Four-door Sedan
Engine: 3.0-litre Turbocharged Inline-6 Petrol
Transmission: Five-speed Manual
Drive: Rear Wheel Drive
Odometer: 241,704 Kilometres
Colour: Red
Seats: 5
Doors: 4
Cylinders: 6
Chassis: AVL015528A
*Spare parts as per images
If you have any questions relating to this vehicle, or if you would like to arrange a physical or virtual inspection, please contact Matt directly on 0461 481 639
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Lloyds stock #655918+1
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Location of item: 69 Manchester Road, Carrara, QLD, Australia
** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **
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