New Holden Coupe...

[Yidz]

Melbourne’s auto show is host to Holden’s 60th anniversary celebrations, and to mark the occasion, the Australian brand has revealed its Coupe 60. Designed to combine sports and luxury for the momentous occasion, the Coupe 60 takes from the best of what Holden has to offer.

Shorter than the VE sedan by nearly 60mm, the Coupe 60 combines stout proportions with taut styling that gives both the impression of race-track speed and road-going comfort. Huge 21″ wheels wrapped in high-performance Kumhos give solid traction, which is a necessary considering the 6.0L V8 under the hood.

Special four-point harness restraints at all four seating positions add to the race-feel while still maintaining comfort and safety. Special details in the interior or highlighted with a distinctive shiny red leather, and metal surfaces are finished in dark gunmetal and satin chrome.

The designers hope the car will make it to production, and since the Holden line could use a new Monaro (GTO in the States), maybe that’s where this car will find a home.

[ignuz]

It's too big.

If they would flatten it a bit have the wheels sitting higher in the arches, they would be on to something. Also extend the headlights so they are wider across but thinner.

edit: get rid of that medallion sized front badge too.

[Bluprint]

I'm not a Holden fan at all... but that thing's gorgeous.

[Yidz]

Its about 30cm longer than the new GTR.

Edit: Actually..

VE Wheelbase = 2916 - 30cm. = 2615.

Pretty much spot on for size with it

Edited February 29, 2008 by Yidz

[scandyflick]

thats actually pretty cool...

[Zoggy]

i dont like the interior but that thing looks dead sxc

[MADGT4]

I'll agree too... Im not much of a Holden fan but this thing is just porn!

[FATAZZ]

i like the wheels and the seats seem pretty cool too.

[PM-R33]

Looks nice. Front bar is way to much like a normal VE commodore, should be more unique for a "New Monaro". The back looks a bit too arched, very similar to the Mercedes CLK coupe. Interior looks very nice, ,love those seats. Love the pillarless look between the windows, not sure how strong that would be for the roof though.... Overall looks good though for a concept.

[eMsta]

I'm not a Holden fan at all... but that thing's gorgeous.

+1

[POLICE]

love the side exhaust flamers

[WazR32GTSt]

i hate holdens..

but this thing looks f***ing amazing!

love the steering wheel! and the rims!

[bombtrack]

It's been some time but it looks like they got this one right.

Nice one!

i dont like the interior but that thing looks dead sxc

Agreed. It is a typical Holden Interior. The seats aren't too bad but those rear seats look uncomfy as hell, not very friendly if you want a quickie with the missus in the back

[ras1983]

The VE shape lends itself well to the coupe design. I think it looks good. Have you guys seen the LS7 sedan HSV made? http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/ArticleD...ArticleID=49261

[342Four]

damn that things is sxy

i want those seat!!!

but why have 4 point harnesses in the back - who takes a car load of people around the track???

[bombtrack]

The VE shape lends itself well to the coupe design. I think it looks good. Have you guys seen the LS7 sedan HSV made? http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/ArticleD...ArticleID=49261

Yeah. It's about time they popped an LS7 into something over here

[adam-__-]

Looks pretty sexy. Not bad at all.

[mesmerized]

[Basti]

fkn hot. i would def buy one based on looks

[sl33py]

How heavy is it?