caprice

hi I got a WM v8 Caprice and wanting to do a rear muffler delete to get a better note. Found a - 2.5" tail pipe with J pipes - 2.5" tail pipe with J pipes and Hotdogs - 2.5" tail pipe with hotdogs Wondering which one would be loud but with the least amount of drone. cheers

Hey guys, been using these forums for years (even since before my account was made) but have never posted anything until now. Thought id throw up a bit of an overview of my weekender as you don't see to many clean ones anymore. I've had the car for about 2 years so have a few things to cover and...

hi new member here first post , have a 2017 caprice and it has this slight noise/wine in the left hand front side of the car ? have taken it to tyre shop for balance/align and they said everything was fine but they could hear the noise? is there any factory problems/ recalls I've missed thanks

Having some issues with my WL Caprice 5.7L. Car runs great bar the issue I'm having with the tacho. The car never misses a beat and is great on fuel and power. When I start driving the RPM seems to be correct but as I drive (probably within 5-10 minutes), the RPM starts to drop and eventually...

Hi all, Recently bought a WN Caprice V and havent been able to find the wireless headphones. I emailed the previous owner but he had never seen or used them. Any idea where to find them?? have had a hunt in all the obvious places. The headphone icon does light up when the DVD is playing. Does...

Hi, I'm a chauffer driver/owner operator and also a car nut and am considering upgrading my current WN seies 1 (6.0 litre) to a newer LS3 powered WN Series 2...just because I want to own the last and greatest Caprice ever made. What are the differences between the GTS LS3 (325kw?) and the...

Haunted. Yes. Haunted. Now I have your attention, does anybody know why or have the same issue as this? My Brake lights decide to stop working occasionally. Like they will be on and fine for a while, then they stop working and start working again when they feel like it. We have replaced...

Hi there, I'm 16 and got my L's on my birthday 2 months ago, in saying that i needed a ride, i bought a golden/hyper metallic yellow. V6 3.8 ecotec VU ute 2002 model (MANUAL) for $5.200... my parents have a wh caprice with the 3.8 super 6 in it and they are looking to sell it soon, i was...

So I have a wh caprice with the stand up bonnet ornament and have had to take it off due to where I have to park my car during the day at the moment and have a question: since the paint underneath is starting to chip off is there any way I can buy kinda like a blank piece to cover it like the...

Hi all , Hope everyone is fine, I have a question about my car ( Holden Caprice V8 6.0 2008 ) same as holden ve commodore 6.0 , I recently changed the engine oil (about a month ago ) After 2000 kms these are the results of my engine ! before ( see pic )...

I am aware that there is alot of threads about this topic but i can not find what im looking for :( I have a Vr spac 3.8l and i want to put a statesman dash in it (cluster and all), i have heard that you need to get the dash out of the same model statesman for example i would need a vr 3.8l...

Hi all i cant work out which fuse is for the mirrors - either under the dashboard or in the engine bay both mirrors dont work on my WL caprice - so im assuming its the switch or fuse [ checked/swaped over the switch with no success ] if not the fuse and switch - any other ideas? just...

Does anyone know if a Caprice 'Bose' stereo deck will work in my series 1 sv6 ?? tired of all the errors popping up on the stock headunit . Cheers

I have a 2010 Holden Caprice. I keep getting the error "Automatic Headlamp Levelling Failed". This warning flashes and beeps constantly while you are driving. What could be the cause of this issue? I have unplugged the battery to try and reset the system but this did not work. What should I do?

Gday Everyone New to the site and to holden (dont hate me) My wife and I have just bought a VS Caprice with a 5.0L It was a family owned vehicle since pretty much new (1st owner was SA Government 96-99) It has 300ish kms, all the mod cons and is in fantastic condition. I just wanted to...

Hello I just purchased a 1996 VS Commodore/Acclaim. It isnt in the best condition and I would like to clean it up alot and I was wondering if I could get the statesman or caprice complete interior like door trims, dash, seats an all to fit straight in? I also wanna get a new boot and so on...

Hi guys, So this difference in model names is really giving me a hard time and throwing me off a lot. According to Wiki, my car is named the WM Caprice Statesman. But I do know that it is really close to the American Pontiac G8 but not quite exactly. Anyways, I'm planning on ordering either...

Hi guys, First of all, I am happy to be part of your great forum, and I look forward to learn from you guys and try to give back. So I just bought a 2009 Caprice SS, back home, my brother bought it for me, I still haven't seen it, can't wait till summer is here so I can drive it! I know...

Hi all, i have a 04 caprice 5.7L auto, have recently changed my diff from the standard 3.08 to 3.46. now my speedo is out and wondering if you know anyone in adelaide who can adjust it. alot of mechanics dont want to know about it or dont have a tech 2 computer, and i cant justify paying...

Hi, I recently bough a 2011 Holden Caprice. It did not come with the IQ system/GPS. I have been looking for one so I can install it myself. Does anyone know where i will able to purchase one?

Will a spoiler from a vy (senator) fit a wk caprice?

Hi ive got the a 92 vq caprice 5ltr and just recently there has been white smoke coming from under the car and im guessing b behind the engine after a minute of running..i pull up at the traffic lights just neer my place and it smokes everytime..only there and only after a few minutes of...

I just had this delivered last night after purchasing the car on Saturday. A 2005 Holden Statesman. Having previously come from the Soarer community, and after that, being landed with a Miata, this is the upgrade I was looking for. I spent 12 months looking for this exact car -- big, black...

Hi everyone. I'm looking for a matt black OEM CLEAN looking double din stereo with nav, and a USB for a 2005 WL Statesman. So far I've looked at the: Kenwood ddx-419 Dynavin products (my favourite looking, all bad reviews, though.) I use an iPhone. Minus $1000 for the unit...

Gday all I bought a wh grange a couple months back (was looking for a vito!!). At first I was under the impression that they were based on a caprice as per a hsv history book I have but the vin number implies that statesman. In these books and hsv press release statements on the Internet they...

Ive just purchased new altezza clear smoked tail lights for a vn that fit my 92 vq Caprice and it looks a bit odd with the red tail light garnish in the middle.. was wondering if its possible to buy a aftermarket or custom clear garnish..or paint over the garnish with the the same colour as the...

with the climate control on in my wk caprice. with the fan on any setting and air on the main face vents ive found that sometimes the air will reroute to the windscreen. Ive also noticed it only happens when driving up a hill in top gear (auto). The issue usually clears once the car isnt...

ITEM: Selling WL Caprice Rims. LOCATION: Frankston Area, Victoria CONDITION: Used PRICE: Make me an offer DELIVERY/PICK UP INFORMATION: Come and get them PAYMENT OPTIONS: COD, Direct Deposit, Funds Transfer CONTACT DETAILS: PM or Text: 0449 591 704 OTHER INFO: Two tyres...

hi im wanting to put a caprice interior in my acclaim im just wondering will i need the computer and wireloom for the interior and also will a standard centre console fit up to the caprice dash ??? please help

I have a WH Caprice (V8) and need to change the engine mounts. Is it worthwhile to pay the extra and get the genuine mounts which I think are hydraulic or will after-market rubber ones be just as good? I would appreciate any feedback. Thanks, Kerry

Do wh statesman take same springs as a commy or are they different been told different things does any know??

HI, My 2010 sidi v6 caprice with 65000km on the clock has been serviced by a holden dealer who uses magnatec oil. Would that be causing the oil consumption to be so high? 3 litres in 15000km. I am told that could be the problem, a poor quality oil in a hot running type of motor. any advice on...

I have a 2010 sidi v6 caprice that burns one litre of oil every 5000 km.3 litres in 15000 well below the dip stick add mark.Holden dealers say thats normal but engine re-builders and various mechanics say the rings or bores need work. anyone else have issues with this motor or Holden not...

Hi there fellas, Just thought I'd like to get to know some of our helpful members here on the forum. Great to be a member on this site. Had lots of questions answered, received lots of helpful tips and advice. Big thanks to all of yee guys! Dad and I are Irish expats living in Saudi...

Hi all, I'm living in Saudi Arabia. Must say I'm a bit Commodore-crazy :rofl2: Thought some of you would be interested in taking a look at my LHD VZ Commodore. The car is sold here as a Chevrolet Lumina. Here are some shots of the car before de-badging. Alongside is dad's WM Caprice...

hey guys new to this forum, just wanted to share my new Caprice, late 2004 model had 92,000kms on it 5.7l. All pretty standard so far just got front drilled and slotted rotors, next is a dark window tint then a nice exhaust :D would like to know what people think and any suggestions for it :)...

Hello guys and gals, I know this is not a commodore, but I saw others posting about the statesman in here as well and hope it's ok. My dad has a 2008 holden statesman (branded as the Chevrolet Caprice) here in Saudi Arabia. Recently it sometimes does not turn on. when you turn the key to make...

The 'closest' matching wheel I could find in Google image searchers, are VS Caprice. But even these have a different spoke/slot pattern. So I was thinking maybe these ones I have are non Holden copies? Any ideas anyone? EDIT: btw- they are 15", if that helps?

ITEM: VS Caprice Wheels LOCATION: Vic, Western Suburbs CONDITION: New PRICE: Firm, $1000 DELIVERY/PICK UP INFORMATION: Will Transport at your cost after payment is recieved, Pick up Welcome PAYMENT OPTIONS: COD, Direct Deposit, Funds Transfer CONTACT DETAILS: PM OTHER INFO...

My project car... well actually my daily driver 1996 series 1 VS Caprice white over silver 5L v8 stock 5 speed manual with hd clutch slammed on pedders springs (torana springs in rear) 18 inch vy clubsport wheels 3 inch cat back exhaust. im looking to freshen up the interior...