2013 Holden HSV Clubsport R8

KEY FACTS

• This Holden HSV Clubsport R8 is an ever-popular and thrilling Australian-built performance sedan, offered for sale by its second owner from new and with a strong maintenance history. 
• Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 6.2-litre ‘LS3’ V8, delivering around 340kW to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission. 
• This example has been with the seller and second owner for four years. 
• The odometer shows 152,814 Kms from new. 

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This HSV Clubsport R8 is finished in the timeless shade of Heron White with contrasting satin-black trim elements, over a black leather and Alcantara-trimmed interior, featuring embroidered ‘HSV’ crests on the headrests, and contrasting stitching, as well as brushed aluminium, patterned silver and black, and gloss-black trim. 
• It rides on a set of 20-inch twin seven-spoke alloy wheels finished in satin-black, framing red callipers and fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres. 
• Equipment includes xenon headlights, front and rear parking sensors, a reversing camera, cruise control, lane keep assist, a central infotainment system with satellite navigation and Bluetooth connectivity, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, lower centre console oil pressure and battery voltage gauges, switchable driving modes, head-up display, a Bose sound system, and electrically adjustable front seats. 
• The car comes with the owner’s manuals with a black leather wallet, two keys, a data analysis disc, the stamped service booklet, a spare wheel, all tools, and maintenance invoices from the seller’s ownership. 

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: a stone chip on the front bumper, and the padding on the driver’s seat outer bolster is starting to lose its structure. 
• The most recent REGO test was conducted on 29 January 2024, which is understood to have resulted in a clean pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The most recent maintenance was performed in February 2023 at 148,931 Kms by Pittwater Automotive, which consisted of an engine oil and filter change, the air flow metre and throttle body cleaned, all fluid levels checked, and the steering, suspension, and exhaust systems inspected. 
• Technicians at Pittwater Automotive replaced the radiator and cap, and also renewed the coolant in May 2022. 
• A lubrication service and check-over was conducted in March 2021 at 139,208 Kms by Pittwater Automotive, which included an engine oil and filter change, the air flow metre and throttle body cleaned, and a faulty radiator cap replaced. 
• Other notable maintenance includes the thermostat and gasket being replaced in January 2022 at 143,396 Kms by HP Automotive, and two new sway bar link pins fitted in March 2022 by Pittwater Automotive.

Dates and mileage:

• Feb 2023 - 148,931 Kms - Pittwater Automotive
• Mar 2021 - 139,208 Kms - Pittwater Automotive
• Dec 2019 - 131,235 Kms - Heritage Motor Group Pty Limited
• Apr 2019 - 117,247 Kms - Heritage Motor Group Pty Limited
• Sep 2017 - 88,884 Kms - MCM Sutherland Pty Limited Holden
• Jan 2017 - 74,338 Kms - MCM Sutherland Pty Limited Holden
• May 2016 - 60,608 Kms - MCM Sutherland Pty Limited Holden
• Aug 2015 - 44,701 Kms - MCM Sutherland Pty Limited Holden
• Dec 2014 - 30,536 Kms - MCM Sutherland Pty Limited Holden
• May 2014 - 16,261 Kms - MCM Sutherland Pty Limited Holden
• Oct 2013 - 3,467 Kms - MCM Sutherland Pty Limited Holden

SUMMARY

This Holden HSV Clubsport R8 is a thrilling yet highly practical Australian-built performance sedan, offered for sale by its second owner from new and with a strong maintenance history. Presented with a timeless colour scheme, a spacious and well-appointed cabin, and boasting a powerful ‘LS3’ V8, it would make a highly capable companion for rapid daily driving. 

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This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.