Holden and rare spares to offer genuine restoration parts

[VTIICalais]

Ever since the first Holden - the 48-215 - rolled off the production line in 1948, enthusiasts have been passionately returning classic Holden vehicles to their former glory.

Today these vehicles are again in the spotlight, with the launch of the Holden Restoration Parts by Rare Spares program.

Holden Aftersales Director John Scotton said the program would give owners of Holden classic vehicles the opportunity to purchase high quality replacement parts and accessories, manufactured using original Holden tooling.

“Holden and Rare Spares have a shared vision of seeing historic Holden vehicles admired and driven long after they have left the showroom,” Mr Scotton said.

“It was a natural fit for our organisations to come together to offer Holden enthusiasts access to parts and accessories that will assist them to restore their vehicles back to Holden’s original standards.”

He said the program would include parts suitable for models from the original 48-215, right through to VS Commodores.

“Through participating Holden dealers, the Rare Spares Distributer network or online at www.holdenrestorationparts.com.au, restorers can access parts such as badges, decals, wheel caps and trims, engine and cooling components, electrical components, and lamps and lenses,” he said.

Rare Spares General Manager David Rayner said while Rare Spares had a long history of manufacturing classic Holden vehicle parts, the Holden Restoration Parts by Rare Spares program would improve both the availability and price of parts and accessories.

“Making low volume parts at an affordable price can be difficult, so working with Holden will allow us to rapidly increase the number of products under the new brand, as well as enabling us to ensure quality and consistent supply of existing product,” Mr Rayner said.

“We look forward to being able to extend these benefits to Holden restorers, so that they can continue to bring their classic Holdens back to A1 condition for generations to come.”

[Darren_L]

that's awesome news for those of us who own early girls