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Street Machine was born only a couple of years after the first Commodore rolled off the production line, so we've got over 40 years of content dedicated to the best examples ever built!
If you want inspiration for your own Commodore build, technical info or parts, we've got the lot, from the first VB through to the final Aussie-built VFII.
Frequently Asked Questions
The first Commodore was the VB, released in 1978, winning the Wheels Car of the Year award.
Aside from the final, fully-imported ZB model, the answer is a definitive no! While the VB-VZ models were indeed based on Opel platforms, each had signifcant amounts of local engineering. You can read about this in detail here
The ZB Holden Commodore was discontinued in early 2020, as was the brand itself
The VF SS Commodore was badged at the Chevrolet SS in the US market
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FeaturesEddy Tassone's twin-turbo VH Commodore
We take a look back at Eddy Tassone's twin-turbo 383 Holden-powered VH Commodore SL
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Drag ChallengeTurbo V6-powered VB Commodore heading for the eight-second zone
Josh Grant’s Drag Challenge-proven VB Commodore proves Ecotec V6s are no joke
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FeaturesYoung Gun Sarah Battersby's VT Commodore
We caught up with17-year-old Sarah Battersby from Portland, NSW, at Brashernats in Sydney
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FeaturesKai McPhee's seven-second VC Commodore
Kai McPhee's VC Commodore proves you don't need a donk made of diamonds to run with the best
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Holden VE Commodore SS: Buyer's Guide
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Greg Carlson's Pro Street VK Calais
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Adam Wheeler's stunning VL Commodore
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Controversial "Brock" VK Commodore returned to Harvey's #25 livery
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FeaturesEddy Tassone's twin-turbo VH Commodore
We take a look back at Eddy Tassone's twin-turbo 383 Holden-powered VH Commodore SL
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Drag Challenge
Turbo V6-powered VB Commodore heading for the eight-second zone
Josh Grant’s Drag Challenge-proven VB Commodore proves Ecotec V6s are no joke
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Features
Young Gun Sarah Battersby's VT Commodore
We caught up with17-year-old Sarah Battersby from Portland, NSW, at Brashernats in Sydney
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Kai McPhee's seven-second VC Commodore
Kai McPhee's VC Commodore proves you don't need a donk made of diamonds to run with the best
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FeaturesHolden VE Commodore SS: Buyer's Guide
Everything you need to know about buying a VE-generation SS Commodore, including why they're the best bargain available for your next build
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FeaturesGreg Carlson's Pro Street VK Calais
Looking back on Greg Carlson's iconic VK Calais
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FeaturesAdam Wheeler's stunning VL Commodore
From neat streeter to pin-sharp trophy magnet with an incredible engine bay
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NewsControversial "Brock" VK Commodore returned to Harvey's #25 livery
The big banger's new owners have accepted the evidence of this being John Harvey's car, despite its own unique Peter Brock links
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NewsACT Policing retires its last Holden Commodore V8
The curtain has come down on the last of the V8s
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FeaturesZoltan Bodo's HSV VP Senator
We turn the clock back to April 2005 for another look at Zoltan Bodo’s iconic, Summernats Grand Champion-winning VP Senator
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NewsVH SL/E Commodore prototype sells for $108,000
It’s believed to be the only survivor of three styling prototypes
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FeaturesPro Street VN SS Commodore
Brad Phillips's 876hp monster, complete with a three-quarter chassis and blown Chev small-block
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FeaturesProfection Automotive VH Vactioner
Pete Hamilton's '80s family-hauler becomes a ten-second strip-stormer thanks to an LS2-based overhaul
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FeaturesVK Group A replica rally car
Getting down and dirty in a 5.0L-powered Blue Meanie replica rally car
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FeaturesWalkinshaw tribute with Nissan GT-R running gear!
If an HSV VL Walkinshaw and a Nissan GT-R had an 869hp love child, this is what it'd look like
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SMOTYVideo: Billy Shelton's SICKEST VL
Billy Shelton's VL Commodore is a show and go champion!
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FeaturesRay Heidrich's Holden VK Commodore
Ray Heidrich has had his VK Commodore since he was 14 years old
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FeaturesHolden VS Commodore ute PSYCO - flashback
Looking back at the Aussie ute that took on the Auto Salon elite and won big
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FeaturesDiane Abed's 2011 Holden VE II SS-V Commodore wagon - BWITCH
Diane's stunning Harrop-supercharged custom wagon
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FeaturesSteve Sterjovski’s 1987 Holden VL Calais - ITSWAR
With a 94mm pro mod turbo up front and 13-inch-wide rear wheels, Steve Sterjovski's epic VL Calais is ready for battle
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FeaturesTurbo LS1-powered Holden VH Commodore SS Group 2
Andrew Canicais knew precisely how to fix the blown-up 355 in his VH SS – with a turbocharged LS1, of course!
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FeaturesBlown 1986 Holden VL Calais - flashback
Not content with an HQ daily driver and a tough Torana race car, Richard Tuthill created this red hot VL
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FeaturesHome-built, nine-second LS-powered 1982 Holden VH Commodore SL/E
Corey Sant built his dream Commodore at home in the garage with his mates – to the tune of more than 800hp
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Drag ChallengeBen Vlekken's turbo LS VH Commodore wagon
Ben Vlekken's single-turbo LS-powered VH Commodore is heading to Drag Challenge Weekend 2020
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