How many LX Torana hatchbacks were made?

“They’re a highly sought after and valued vehicle, largely because so few of them were built. They only made 300 odd sedans and 100 hatchbacks.” Mr Roberts said. Roberts said the A9X was one of those cars many collectors dreamt of owning because of its rich Australian history.

How much are Toranas worth?

The Torana is not a highly prized collector car, and would be worth only $1000 or so at most. IT’S hard to put a price on it because it’s not a model that’s highly sought after by collectors. The value is in its originality and condition. I’d think $4000-$5000 would be tops.

How many A9X are there?

The LX series wasn’t produced in great numbers, but the A9X is even rarer. In total, only 65,977 units of LX Toranas were built by Holden.

What is the difference between LH and LX Torana?

LH Torana. The LH Torana upsized significantly compared to the LJ and was noticeably wider. The LH Torana can easily be distinguished from the LX as it has square headlamps but these were short-lived when the LX model appeared with conventional round headlamps.

What does SLR 5000 mean?

The name comes from an Aboriginal word meaning “to fly”. The first Torana (HB series) was released in 1967 and was a four-cylinder compact vehicle with origins in the British Vauxhall Vivas of the mid-1960s. The 5.0-litre engine was reserved for the sporting LH SLR 5000 Torana sedan.

What does Torana mean in Aboriginal?

to fly
Initial research and GMH records state the name derives from an Aboriginal meaning. The common thought is that Torana means “to fly” or “flight” but there does not seem to be any specific form of language from any of the Aboriginal nations around the areas where GMH had its assembly plants.

What is the most expensive torana?

A rare 1977 Holden Torana A9X, originally destined for the racetrack, has sold at auction for $775,000. The two-door hatchback was essentially one of just 33 produced by Holden and is considered one of Australia’s most sort-after muscle cars.

How much is a Torana SLR 5000 worth?

Rare classic Holden Torana SLR 5000 sells for almost $500,000.

What does SL R stand for?

SLR simply stands for single lens reflex. SLR (single lens reflex) refers to the way these camera’s work. When a photographer presses the shutter button, a mirror flips out of the way to reveal the sensor. Some people also refer to them as DSLR, with the D being short for digital.

What does Barra mean in Aboriginal?

Barramundi – The words Barra mundi or Burra mundi are thought to mean large scale fish and the word possibly originates from the Darumbal language in what is now known as Central Queensland.

Is there an LX Torana hatchback for sale?

77 lx ss hatchback genuine ss royal plum chamois interior was a 6 cyl now 308 5 speed supra box 9 diff unregd no rust i only have 2 pics at moment as car …,… Does anyone have a lx hatchback rolling shell they would like to sell please send me a messagepm me can send contact number interstate is fine i will travel ……

Where was the 1978 Holden LX SS Torana hatchback sold?

A 1978 LX sold by Boyded Holden in Wollongong in June that year. It most recently passed through the hands of the good folk at Australian Muscle Car Sales. As Mike Selby points out, it’s typical of the era.

What kind of car was the 1977 Holden Torana?

1977 Holden Torana Hatchback SS 3.3 Litre 4-speed (man. 4) (LX) specs Holden Torana Hatchback SS 3.3 Litre 4-speed (man. 4) (LX), manufactured or sold in 1977, version for Australia

What kind of fuel system does the LX Torana have?

Fuel System: Four barrel Rochester Quadrajet downdraft type carburettor Bore and Stroke: 4.00 x 3.06 inches (101.6 x 77.7mm) 4 cylinder models: 12 volt with 33 amp alternator and solenoid actuated starter motor 6 cylinder and V8 models: 12 volt with 35 amp alternator and solenoid actuated starter motor