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Holden Commodore 1982
The 1982 Holden Commodore carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1200 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Holden Commodore 1982 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Holden Commodore 1982 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Which fuel switch?
YOUR car was developed to run on leaded fuel, so you should use premium unleaded with an additive such as Valvemaster or Flashlube to protect against valve recession. I recommend PULP because your engine has a relatively high compression ratio and will probably need the 95 RON of PULP.
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Hard to start
LEAKING inlet manifolds were a constant problem with the post-exhaust emission V8 engines, but the manifold on your car was a new and much-improved one as part of the XT5 engine package. Though it's worth checking, it would normally result in a rough idle and possible oil leakage along the faces that mate to the heads. If your engine is running smoothly with no sign of roughness I'd look inside the carburettor and check the float height is correctly set. If your problem is cold-starting, adjust the choke two notches richer. That might be enough to fix it.
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Tale of two veterans
I assume the VH Commodore is a six, which was a new updated XT6 version of the venerable pushrod Holden six. While it was improved over the previous versions of the engine it was still quite inefficient even by 1982 standards. The Trimatic three-speed should have plenty of life left in it, but check the oil and make sure it's nice and red. Also make sure the shifts are smooth and precise with no sign of flaring on part or full throttle. Check the body for rust, particularly in the lower sections of the front guards, the lower sections of the doors, around the rear side windows and around the tail gate and rear window. The Camry has lots of life left in it, but it is near the mileage where major servicing could be needed. The Camry is most likely to be in better condition overall than the Commodore, which can be expected to be riddled with squeaks and rattles in the body.
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Holden Commodore 1982 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1982 Holden Commodore will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Holden Commodore vary from 13x5.5 inches to 15x7 inches.
| Holden Commodore Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacationer | Sedan | — | 14x6 inches | — | 14x6 inches | |
| SL | Sedan | — | 13x5.5 inches | — | 13x5.5 inches | |
| SL | Sedan | — | 14x6 inches | — | 14x6 inches | |
| SL/X | Sedan | — | 13x5.5 inches | — | 13x5.5 inches | |
| SL | Wagon | — | 13x5.5 inches | — | 13x5.5 inches | |
| SL/X | Wagon | — | 13x5.5 inches | — | 13x5.5 inches | |
| SL | Wagon | — | 14x6 inches | — | 14x6 inches | |
| Vacationer | Wagon | — | 14x6 inches | — | 14x6 inches | |
Holden Commodore 1982 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Holden Commodore Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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| SL | Sedan | 3.3L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| SL | Sedan | 2.8L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| SL | Sedan | 4.1L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| SL | Sedan | 1.9L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| SL | Wagon | 2.8L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $1,380 | $2,200 | |
| SL | Wagon | 1.9L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $1,380 | $2,200 | |
| SL | Wagon | 3.3L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $1,980 | $3,080 | |
| SL | Wagon | 4.1L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $1,980 | $3,080 | |
Holden Commodore 1982 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1982 Holden Commodore are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1730mm x 1470mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Holden Commodore Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacationer | Sedan | 1379x1722x4706 mm | 143 mm | |
| SL | Sedan | 1363x1722x4706 mm | 143 mm | |
| SL | Sedan | 1379x1722x4706 mm | 143 mm | |
| SL/X | Sedan | 1359x1722x4706 mm | 143 mm | |
| SL | Wagon | 1391x1722x4732 mm | 140 mm | |
| SL/X | Wagon | 1440x1722x4732 mm | 140 mm | |
| SL | Wagon | 1407x1722x4732 mm | 140 mm | |
| Vacationer | Wagon | 1407x1722x4732 mm | 140 mm | |
Holden Commodore 1982 Towing capacity
The Holden Commodore has maximum towing capacity of 1200kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Holden Commodore Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacationer | Sedan | 2.8L,Leaded,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
| SL | Sedan | 1.9L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
| Vacationer | Sedan | 3.3L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
| SL | Sedan | 1.9L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
| SL | Wagon | 1.9L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
| SL/X | Wagon | 1.9L,Leaded,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
| SL | Wagon | 3.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
| Vacationer | Wagon | 2.8L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
Holden Commodore 1982 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1982 Holden Commodore is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Holden Commodore currently offers fuel consumption from 9 to 15L/100km. The Holden Commodore is available with the following fuel type: Leaded.
| Holden Commodore Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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| SL | Sedan | 2.8L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 10.5L/100km | |
| SL | Sedan | 3.3L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 11.8L/100km | |
| SL | Wagon | 3.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 11.8L/100km | |
| SL | Wagon | 4.1L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 14.5L/100km | |