VL walkinshaw replica 666-GMC

[twr-92]

Hi all.

I've already started posting updates and pics on another commodore forum in the My commodore section but for anyone thats not a member, and to avoid linking I'll creeate a thread here too.




Make / Model: Holden VL Commodore executive
Colour: beige
Bodykit: none
Engine Type: RB30
Engine Mods: Stock
Power: stock
Exhaust: stock
Gearbox: stock
Diff: stock
Brakes: stock
Suspension: Stock
Wheels/Tyres: VN SS
Interior: stock
Stereo: Sony MP3



I've just had the above car delivered over the christmas weekend 2009 and plan to turn it into a walkinshaw replica.

to date I have:
removed pin stripes
removed badges
removed side mouldings
removed front and rear bumper
removed headlights (one of them needs a new mirror)
purchased all the outside decals
Purchase some vr clubsport seats
Purchase some VS clubsport wheels
Purchased a SAAS boss kit to attach to an old autotechnica steering wheel I have.

I intend to:
get hold of the plush grey carpet
paint the dash grey (cheaper than finding a replacement)
find and install a console with a lid (done, just needs painting)
swap the engine and auto with an EFI 5L and a manual box
replace the suspension with something better
get some vt brakes
repaint it panorama silver (in progress)
Find a head unit which works really well with my htc desire mobile phone or simply run the phone straight to the amp.



Costs to date:

Car $0.00 it was given to me
Body Kit $1500.00
calais front $ 150.00
VR clubsport seats. front and back $ 265.00
decals $ 65.00
vs clubsport wheels $ 400.00
boss kit $69.00
paint, thinners, primer, clear etc... $800

compressor, hoses and spray gun $200

total @ 23-july-2011 = $3449.00

 

[*uwishn*]

nice mate i'm actually spewing i did not go with the Calais front i may yet change mine,
and that interior and the rims will look a treat.

 

[twr-92]

bidding on a roller engine and a 5 speed now. if all goes to plan it'll be at my place soon. knowing my luck it'll slip away...



anyway, louver and passenger side have some more base coat now. the upper part of the rear bar is also silver but not in these pics. i'm only getting an hour here and there but its really starting to look alright. every time i see it i feel motivated to get more done.

 

[*uwishn*]

looking good,are you sending it to a booth to get its finial coat of paint?
and is the engine an box in the car? you would be surprised how many parts off a vn-vs will come in handy and save you loads.

 

[detox_nath83]

looking the goods man... well done

 

[nasty1]

**** man looks like my old walky rep from years back

 

[twr-92]

looking good,are you sending it to a booth to get its finial coat of paint?
and is the engine an box in the car? you would be surprised how many parts off a vn-vs will come in handy and save you loads.

I'm going to paint the whole thing myself at home. I dont have enough in the budget to get a pro to go over it, and besides, its my hobby and I'm enjoying workig on it.
Looks like this engine may escape me. it was from a wreck and came with almost all accessories. anything missing I would have to scout around for.

 

[blueVP]

Looks like a lot of time and hard work has gone into this.
I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product. keep us posted.

 

[SP00KSTER]

very nice mate

 

[twr-92]

**** man looks like my old walky rep from years back

thats awesome, I'm really hoping i can keep the front lip on 100% if the time it make a huge difference