VF Holden - Page 4

FalconXV · 08-02-2013, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Chopped

Some new features >

- Crash Alert System

Also says that it is the "last Australian made Commodore"

Source > http://www.carsguide.com.au/news-and...an_park_itself

Whats the point of this without the automatic braking? All you're left with is a system that says 'OH NOES! YOU'RE ABOUT TO CRASH ' when its too late to do anything about it. Unless its like a Presafe collision system?

Chopped · 08-02-2013, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by FalconXV

Whats the point of this without the automatic braking? All you're left with is a system that says 'OH NOES! YOU'RE ABOUT TO CRASH ' when its too late to do anything about it. Unless its like a Presafe collision system?

I think it's for people who drive with their eyes shut or distracted.

They have probably just extended the range of the parking sensors which remain activated whilst driving. Marketing team having their way.

anto · 08-02-2013, 01:04 PM

finally moving the power window switches to where they should be I see

XWGT · 08-02-2013, 02:57 PM

Wrighting is on the wal for Ford here. Take note for 2014 Falcon

1) Self parking
2) Decent media and on board entertainment
3) Upmarket interiors - I will hold judgement on this as it may well be as horrible as the last 10 years of Commodore and Falcon.

Chopped · 09-02-2013, 03:54 PM

Supposedly the new ute (pinched from LS1.com.au) >

^ looks too different to the VE for me to believe it.

fou_bleu · 09-02-2013, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Chopped

image

Supposedly the new ute (pinched from LS1.com.au) >
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^ looks too different to the VE for me to believe it.

Indeed, the ute is just a photoshopped Impala: http://www.netcarshow.com/chevrolet/2014-impala/

Brazen · 09-02-2013, 06:11 PM

Looks Korean

Fab · 09-02-2013, 06:18 PM

Looks like the Opel Insignia

XtRmn8 · 09-02-2013, 06:27 PM

Those headlight and grille remind me of this.........

......very Korean/American looking. Lets hope the SV6 and SS look better.

Tysonv48 · 09-02-2013, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Chopped

image

Supposedly the new ute (pinched from LS1.com.au) >
image

^ looks too different to the VE for me to believe it.

Ute looks like an el camino, very heavy us influence from what I can see

jpd80 · 09-02-2013, 10:04 PM

VF is what Holden wanted to release two years ago but was delayed by GFC and GM restructuring,
so the feeling internally over at Holden is that VE has done extremely well getting through to now.

Bucknaked · 09-02-2013, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Chopped

Supposedly the new ute (pinched from LS1.com.au) >
http://i1213.photobucket.com/albums/...psfd63ed7d.jpg

That somehow reminds me off this
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A modern version. US styling influence.

Bossxr8 · 09-02-2013, 10:12 PM

From that puzzle picture it looks garbage, especially that rip off insignia grille. I thought these were Holdens, not Opals. Not to mention the rip off Craptiva side gills, and Epica headlights. Holden should introduce it as the OpalDaewooHolden Commodore.

But then again Holden didn't do much that wasn't stolen from other designs with the VE ,so I guess nothing changes. Can't seem to design anything original, just a whole bunch of design features ripped from other models. Have to see what the SS looks like.

stevz · 09-02-2013, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Bossxr8

From that puzzle picture it looks garbage, especially that rip off insignia grille. I thought these were Holdens, not Opals. Not to mention the rip off Craptiva side gills, and Epica headlights. Holden should introduce it as the OpalDaewooHolden Commodore.

But then again Holden didn't do much that wasn't stolen from other designs with the VE ,so I guess nothing changes. Can't seem to design anything original, just a whole bunch of design features ripped from other models. Have to see what the SS looks like.

I don't see how using design cues or parts from different GM vehicles is 'stealing' or a 'rip off' when it all belongs to the same parent company.

Ryan · 09-02-2013, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Bossxr8

I thought these were Holdens, not Opals.

It's certainly the strangest form of silica I've ever seen I must admit.

Bossxr8 · 09-02-2013, 10:39 PM

I was mostly referring to the Hoffmeister kink stolen from BMW, the Territory door handles, the BA headlights, the Audi RS flared gaurds, the Camry doors etc., from the VE.

stevz · 09-02-2013, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Bossxr8

I was mostly referring to the Hoffmeister kink stolen from BMW, the Territory door handles, the BA headlights, the Audi RS flared gaurds, the Camry doors etc., from the VE.

Clutching at straws with every single one of those examples.
I guess they better not design a car with round wheels or they'd be copying every other manufacturer's designs...

Brazen · 09-02-2013, 11:00 PM

Looking forward to the release tomorrow, ever since I was a kid I have been excited about the release of a big local Ford or Holden. 10.45 am I will be logged on watching the live stream.

Bossxr8 · 09-02-2013, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by stevz

Clutching at straws with every single one of those examples.
I guess they better not design a car with round wheels or they'd be copying every other manufacturer's designs...

If someone else made square wheels i'm sure they would try to steal that too.

malazn mafia · 10-02-2013, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Bossxr8

I was mostly referring to the Hoffmeister kink stolen from BMW, the Territory door handles, the BA headlights, the Audi RS flared gaurds, the Camry doors etc., from the VE.

What is a hoffmeister kink? Looked up on google and learnt from wikipedia that a BA falcon also features a hoffmeister kink

madmelon · 10-02-2013, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by malazn mafia

What is a hoffmeister kink? Looked up on google and learnt from wikipedia that a BA falcon also features a hoffmeister kink

There are pictures on the wikipedia page showing it. It's a styling feature of window in the rear door.

4.0i OHC · 10-02-2013, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by malazn mafia

What is a hoffmeister kink? Looked up on google and learnt from wikipedia that a BA falcon also features a hoffmeister kink

Every Falcon sedan since EA has had a Hofmeister kink.

Smoke Pursuit · 09-02-2013, 11:25 PM

Suzuki Kizashi anyone?

FPV8U · 09-02-2013, 11:33 PM

Looks pretty vanilla, But im sure the SS/SSV will make a bit more of a statement.

Road_Warrior · 10-02-2013, 12:36 AM

I hope Chrysler are getting royalties for those headlights.

BHDOGS · 10-02-2013, 12:41 AM

my mate whose seen it says it has a sloping rear end like a early model Camry and the pillars are even worse for seeing blind spot cars now. He said he likes the new center display tho spose to be top shelf.

Bucknaked · 10-02-2013, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by stevz

I don't see how using design cues or parts from different GM vehicles is 'stealing' or a 'rip off' when it all belongs to the same parent company.

Ford is similar in some models. Territory uses falcon dash, FG used Focus XR5 rims styling.

Nikked · 10-02-2013, 11:20 AM

Hmm...front looks a bit...soft...

I wonder if the "ill buy a commodore because its a commodore" types will be put off...

Brazen · 10-02-2013, 11:29 AM

A Brazen scoop

Edit: pic removed.

You will see it in a few mins anyway.

Struggo · 10-02-2013, 11:31 AM

^^^

http://www.gminsidenews.com/forums/f...74/index7.html

I like it Brazen

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