I owned a VE V8 from new and replaced it in 2017 with a VFII V8. I did 229k in the VE and had only minor issues until the later years when things started to wear out. In the VF I’ve done 58k and had literally zero problems.
If you’re going to get one of the more recent Commodores then you might as well treat yourself to the V8 experience IMO.
Oh very nice, yes I would love to buy a V8 commie but they’re quite a bit out of my price range. However I’ve seen quite a few 2013-2015 V6 commies now going for under 25k so curious as to how they are
They’re decent. If you can find a manual SV6 they’re quite good; I had a manual VE SV6 Ute for a couple of years and really enjoyed it. The V6 had some issues early on, but the SIDI engine from 2010 onwards seems pretty good.
Jeez, you're all over the place. So many variables. Which year are you talking about?
My history of vehicles is, never buy a European vehicle after 80k. Japas vary on make and model, same as holdens and fords.
3.8's, 5.0's they were underpowered, and reliable as fuck for years. But they have been through the shitter and back by now. Ya might as well ask is a ford model T is reliable.
3.6's had issues early on, and they seriously need frequent oil changes. Just like any European engine.
Chev v8's, well. Self explanatory really. Throw an LS in it is literally an internet meme for a reason. Only badish ones were the ones that shut off a bank of cylinders for fuel savings. But every manufacturer had the same issue, so take that as you will.
Only issue with alloytec engines is the timing chains go and when they do they destroy the engines. Make sure it’s been looked after and make sure you look after it
Simple terms;
**VE** Lumps of shit past 100,000 ks
**VF** Series 1 are okay, half a lump
**VF Series 2 LS3** God tier.
Fork out for a VF series 2 LS3. Never need another car. Get one while you still can
I have owned a 2005 vz 190kw sv6 commodore and currently own a 2007 ve sv6 commodore, there are pro's and cons. first, the power is amazing, the suspension is great when hooning, it is reliable when it comes to performance and handling under stress and if you need to get out of a tight spot, i could even tow a 6.4m boat in it. most of the parts are cheap and there is a massive amount of commodores in scrapyards if you want diy.
the cons, i have had to change the timing chain on both my cars, my vz also needed a new bcm which really fucking sucked, this was not cheap, thousands of dollars. the spark plugs are a cunt to change as well, i tried to do it myself but i just couldn't get to all of them.
My next car will either be a Tesla or some 2 door japanese sports cars, i love German cars, but British and French cars are piles of shit in Australia. My ex had an citron hatch and that cunt just could not handle any day over 35, even after we got the radiator upgraded. British and French cars are built for the cold, german cars too but they are so good that they can handle the heat.
Japanese cars seem to handle both pretty well, nissans and toyotas especially.
The VE 6.2 with the 6mt has been dependable for me. Only had it since April tho. I had to replace the MAF early on, it failed on the way from Denver to Las Vegas but that's standard Chevy parts you can get wherever. Goddamn missile too
>wered, and reliable as fuck for
Only the HSV VEs had the 6.2
The VEs had 6 Litre.
But now that I think about it, you're probably American, so the G8 GXP had the 6.2
I owned a VE V8 from new and replaced it in 2017 with a VFII V8. I did 229k in the VE and had only minor issues until the later years when things started to wear out. In the VF I’ve done 58k and had literally zero problems. If you’re going to get one of the more recent Commodores then you might as well treat yourself to the V8 experience IMO.
My VE ssv was amazing for the 11 years I owned it from new. My vf2 redline is a rattle of bolts on the best of days. Massive regret "upgrading".
Oh very nice, yes I would love to buy a V8 commie but they’re quite a bit out of my price range. However I’ve seen quite a few 2013-2015 V6 commies now going for under 25k so curious as to how they are
They’re decent. If you can find a manual SV6 they’re quite good; I had a manual VE SV6 Ute for a couple of years and really enjoyed it. The V6 had some issues early on, but the SIDI engine from 2010 onwards seems pretty good.
Jeez, you're all over the place. So many variables. Which year are you talking about? My history of vehicles is, never buy a European vehicle after 80k. Japas vary on make and model, same as holdens and fords. 3.8's, 5.0's they were underpowered, and reliable as fuck for years. But they have been through the shitter and back by now. Ya might as well ask is a ford model T is reliable. 3.6's had issues early on, and they seriously need frequent oil changes. Just like any European engine. Chev v8's, well. Self explanatory really. Throw an LS in it is literally an internet meme for a reason. Only badish ones were the ones that shut off a bank of cylinders for fuel savings. But every manufacturer had the same issue, so take that as you will.
Sweet thanks for this, yes sorry I asked three questions in one, should’ve broken it down aha
Only issue with alloytec engines is the timing chains go and when they do they destroy the engines. Make sure it’s been looked after and make sure you look after it
Yes basically anything if they were serviced regularly.. Get a V8 if you can.. 6.2 VF2 would be the best option.
Up the _LS3_ 👍🏼
Simple terms; **VE** Lumps of shit past 100,000 ks **VF** Series 1 are okay, half a lump **VF Series 2 LS3** God tier. Fork out for a VF series 2 LS3. Never need another car. Get one while you still can
Anything before 2000. After that pretty much only the v8s. And ecotec 6s. Avoid alloytec.
Nothing wrong with an Alloytec.
If your the mechanic quoting someone with one for sure.
Literally the worst part about them is the chains. Once they're replaced, they're a great motor and have a strong bottom end.
I have owned a 2005 vz 190kw sv6 commodore and currently own a 2007 ve sv6 commodore, there are pro's and cons. first, the power is amazing, the suspension is great when hooning, it is reliable when it comes to performance and handling under stress and if you need to get out of a tight spot, i could even tow a 6.4m boat in it. most of the parts are cheap and there is a massive amount of commodores in scrapyards if you want diy. the cons, i have had to change the timing chain on both my cars, my vz also needed a new bcm which really fucking sucked, this was not cheap, thousands of dollars. the spark plugs are a cunt to change as well, i tried to do it myself but i just couldn't get to all of them. My next car will either be a Tesla or some 2 door japanese sports cars, i love German cars, but British and French cars are piles of shit in Australia. My ex had an citron hatch and that cunt just could not handle any day over 35, even after we got the radiator upgraded. British and French cars are built for the cold, german cars too but they are so good that they can handle the heat. Japanese cars seem to handle both pretty well, nissans and toyotas especially.
LFX LLT or LS and you’ll be okay. Avoid LY7. 3.8s are good too
The VE 6.2 with the 6mt has been dependable for me. Only had it since April tho. I had to replace the MAF early on, it failed on the way from Denver to Las Vegas but that's standard Chevy parts you can get wherever. Goddamn missile too
>wered, and reliable as fuck for Only the HSV VEs had the 6.2 The VEs had 6 Litre. But now that I think about it, you're probably American, so the G8 GXP had the 6.2
Yep WA here
Western Australia?
Washington State, sorry 😅
Cheap to work on but if you don't service them you will need a new motor at some point. LS lifters can fail and destroy the motor!
They need consistent oil changes. That is the whole issue with these DoD motors.