where is some info on vp ls ute , please help..

[bronno88]

i have a hsv vp ls ute, and cant find any info on them at all. thanks

[TimWalton]

What sort of info are you looking for? Service info, general history or specifications? I'm surprised you wouldn't be able to find anything on the 'net.

[wraith]

Some more info would be nice build plate numbers etc.

[bronno88]

just joined forum today, first time on, info on how many where made if it has any engine mods from standard etc

[bronno88]

its a 1993 hsv vp ls ute 5litre 5 speed

[bronno88]

will get some more info together now

[HSV5L]

Pull the build sheet out from under the passangers side floor pan. Sherer would love to do it for you under the build sheet thread. I have never seen a ls ute maybe its just badges of a sedan good luck with the search and welcome to the forum cheers Travis

[hi_ryder]

post pics and build plate info... and let the speculation begin

[Shearer]

I know they made VG LS utes, never seen a VP version though... YET

[88GreenVN]

Sep-91 HSV VG LS UTILITY 54 made VG & VP Jun-93 $26,950

My notes looks like there were 54 made - covering the VG and VP utes.

[bronno88]

hsv plate in engine reads,
build number:VPE 199
DATE: 14:5:93
MODEL : ENHANCED
i bought it about 3 years ago havnt drivin in bout 6 months, took of road for work which i still havnt done , interior mint condition blue trim everywhere, straight as body , and simmons rims. little wing/ brake light on roof, will post pics soon

[HSV5L]

Cant wait for the pics sounds rare.

[bronno88]

here are a few quick pics , cant find old ones yet , cracked bumper damn kirbs and low car,

[bronno88]

yea started thinking it might be lately, bought off a older guy / collector in bathurst nsw , and drove it back to albany wa , cant find info or pics of any others

[HSV5L]

I am not too sure if that badge is genuine in the dash correct me if im wrong. Like tge simmons and seats

[mr calais 5.0]

Are they after market guage faces? Thought the hsv models and cluby had a 250kph speedo

[88GreenVN]

I am not too sure if that badge is genuine in the dash correct me if im wrong. Like tge simmons and seats

Dash tag looks correct to me. Nice ute to clean up and keep on the road

[HSV5L]

I have a vn clubby its only 220 the vr vs range had the 250 correct me if i am wrong.

[88GreenVN]

Are they after market guage faces? Thought the hsv models and cluby had a 250kph speedo

The VS got the 250k speedo - VN VP and VR just got the L3 with the logo as and optional upgrade for the HSV enhanced pack.

[bronno88]

yea they are after market faces. no must be genuine, has hsv plates and all matching info, it says a s pac ute with hsv enhancements,

[mr calais 5.0]

Ahh cool thanks for the info guys..

[bronno88]

only things wrong are front bumper and possibly gearbox bearing that only whines in 5th and clutch, and me gettin around to putting interior back together after painting. still drives fine and limys up, had whole front end resprayed and new front and rear lights

[bronno88]

engine :lb9
trans :m78
axle: gu4
standard susp,
model name: vp8vk80-125
body l635277

[TimWalton]

That is a very nice ute you have there. Like the steering wheel, do you know if it's a genuine one or after-market with HSV horn pad?

[bronno88]

no its original extra as far as i know, momo steering wheel and gear knob on it, i have seen other models with the same. yea its my baby so many plans for it so little cash, it will get there soon