Derek's Fabulous Green HSV

[Derekthetree]

Some discussions today on here got me thinking I should post some pictures.

I moved to Australia last March from the UK, and fancied a car that made some noise.
A bit of hunting around Redlines almost had me set on one, but then randomly spotted a low mileage 2014 HSV. I'm not a fan of forced induction noise, so last of the LS3s was a great fit.
The colour, the intake sound and the seats sold me.
It was my daily until Xmas, but now returned to rightful Weekender status!

It's had some good run outs to Dandenong Ranges, Mornington Peninsula and Yarra Valley. Love it every time I take it out, comfortable but sharp and raucous when you want it.

Now I've got more time in another car, starting to think of things to do.
It's stock, so getting tempted by an OTR and tune.
I also need to give the bimodal valve switch a go.
(Numberplate surround is gone, LOL)

 

[VS 5.0]

Love that colour in bright sunlight.

 

[figjam]

Nice.
But wouldn't like to see it spoiled by a dropped branch from those gum trees.

 

[VS_Pete]

Nice mate

 

[Derekthetree]

Nice.
But wouldn't like to see it spoiled by a dropped branch from those gum trees.

You've got me looking closely at trees when I park now!

 

[figjam]

^^^^ yep, Straya mate ! Those bloody drop-bears get bored during hot dry weather, and chew off huge gum tree branches for fun .

 

[Ron Burgundy]

Great colour. Looks mint

 

[Derekthetree]

Managed one last runout with some like minded people before the "lockdown" began here.

Shows how big it is compared to a proper sports car!

 

[Derekthetree]

Lockdown boredom means buying some bits for the car:

Wheel woolies to help with the fiddly bits
A smaller antenna to get rid of the giant current
Some drying towels. they were cheap, but feel it. Going to give them a go then maybe order some better ones.
And most importantly, some vinyl stickers!

 

[figjam]

And most importantly, some vinyl stickers!

Where from ??……. (Edit.) Ebay ! Doh.!!