Is the VE Commodore reliable?

Is the VE Commodore reliable?

I service it every 6 months, no known issues so far. This car was very well maintained by its previous owner. All I’ve had to do was put new tyres on it and replace brake pads, it’s a very comfortable family car. And so far very reliable.

What engine is in a VE Calais?

What is the difference between Calais and Commodore?

The Calais V is the most luxurious Commodore and shares features with the VXR including 20-inch wheels, adaptive LED Matric headlights, wireless phone charging, head-up display, 360-degree camera, sports steering wheel with paddle shifter, and BOSE premium audio.

Is Holden Calais a V8?

It also offered customers the option of V8 power, right through to the fourth generation of VE and VF Commodores, where it was known as the Calais V in V8 form. The nameplate continues in Holden’s switch to the fully imported ZB Commodore in 2018. The range stretches from Calais V at $41,388 up to Calais V at $44,990.

What problems do VE Commodores have?

Other problems with the VE Commodore generally include some electrical problems that are surfacing with age, particularly camshaft-position sensors, a build-up of carbon on the intake valves which can cause rough running and poor economy, oil leaks and leaks from the cooling system.

Do VE Commodores have timing chain issues?

1. Timing Chain Replacement. A problem that has been well documented, especially on early model VE Commodores fitted with the V6 engine, is stretched timing chains. The timing chains fitted to these early vehicles could suffer from chain elongation.

Are VZ and VE engines the same?

If its a VZ L76 it will have a front sump oil pan. VE’s have a large rear sump pan. VZ L98’s also had the front sump pan. Also the VE engines have the shallow lower profile front accessory drive system a-la Corvette.

What gearbox does a VE Commodore have?

4L60E four-speed automatic.

What engine is in a Holden Calais?

2020 Holden Calais V ZB Auto AWD MY20

Available in AWD and front-drive form, and with the choice of two engines ” a 191kW/350Nm 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol and an aspirated 235kW/381Nm 3.6-litre V6 ” the fully-imported Calais is light, tight and nimble.

How much is a 2015 Holden Calais worth?

The Holden Calais 2015 prices range from $19,450 for the basic trim level Wagon Calais (base) to $59,990 for the top of the range Sedan Calais V.

How long do VE Commodore timing chains last?

Timing chains are very common on these engines to fail even at relatively low mileage compared to other timing chain engines which can last well over 200,000 km. The average kilometres that we replace timing chains on these engines are around the 100,000 km mark.

How long does a VE timing chain last?

between 80,000 and 120,000 miles
Unless there is a specific fault, the timing chain should be replaced between 80,000 and 120,000 miles. Chain problems are frequent in automobiles with increasing mileage. If you’re driving an older car or one with a lot of miles on it, keep an eye out for signs that the timing chain is failing.

What is the difference between a VE and VF?

Introduced in 2013, the VF was a substantial update on VE, with (as had become customary for mid-life updates) significant styling tweaks to the nose, tail and dashboard. VF carried an alloy bonnet and bootlid and substituted alloy for steel in some suspension components to help keep the weight down.

How do I know if my timing chain is bad on my VE Commodore?

Common signs of a faulty timing chain include engine misfires, metal shavings found in the oil, and rattling sounds from the engine while idling.
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1. Engine misfires or runs poorly.
2. Metal shavings found in the oil.
3. Engine won’t start or fails.
4. Check Engine Light is on.
5. Engine rattles while idling.

Can a timing chain last 300000 miles?

Timing Chains
Unlike the timing belt though, a timing chain is made of metal links instead of rubber. Whereas your timing belt will wear out and require replacement anywhere between 40,000 and 100,000 miles, a timing chain does not wear out. It will only need a replacement if something goes wrong with it.

What does the V stand for in Commodore?

In the case of the VY above, the “V” stands for the GM V platform that underpins it. The letter “Y” is not however significant; it is simply a logical successor to the previous “VX” Commodore model.

How long does a timing chain last on a VE Commodore?

How much does it cost to change a timing chain?

Timing chain replacement can cost between $600 and $800 for a DIY repair, or between $1,600 and $1,800 with a mechanic. The cost is high due to the complicated nature of replacing this part. If you want to DIY a timing chain replacement, the parts will cost around $650.

What are the symptoms of a failing timing chain?

Signs of a Faulty Timing Chain

• Rattling Sound on Starting the Engine or Idling. A common finding in a vehicle with a bad timing chain is unusual rattling noise when the engine is started or when brakes are engaged.
• Misfiring Engine.
• Contaminated Engine Oil.
• Check Engine Light.
• Inability to Start the Engine.

Which Commodore had the Nissan motor?

Holden had to kill-off the Aussie-made sixes (by then a 20-year-old design) and buy-in a Japanese-made engine from Nissan for the VL in 1986. It was doom and gloom until everyone realised what a honey of a donk the 114kW overhead cam, fuel-injected, alloy-head 3.0-litre RB30E Nissan six was.

What was before VE Commodore?

VE (2006–2013)
Launched in 2006 after GM’s 2003 abandonment of their last European rear-drive sedan, the Opel Omega, the VE is the first Commodore model designed entirely in Australia, as opposed to being based on an adapted Opel-sourced platform.

How much does it cost to replace a timing chain?

What does the V stand for in Holden?

Often these series codes are not arbitrary. In the case of the VY above, the “V” stands for the GM V platform that underpins it. The letter “Y” is not however significant; it is simply a logical successor to the previous “VX” Commodore model.

What is the best RB engine?

Designed with high performance and racing in Group A competition as its primary objective, Nissan engineers equipped the Skyline with the largest and most powerful version of its RB engine series, the RB26DETT. The inline six-cylinder engine is based on an iron block and an aluminum cylinder head.

Which Holden Commodore is the best?

Top 5: Holden Commodores

• 1978 VB Commodore. Holden Commodore VB. It arrived with plenty of doubters and critics in 1978.
• 1980 HDT Commodore. Peter Brock and his HDT Commodores.
• 1985 VK Commodore SS Group A. Brock with the VK Commodore SS Group AA.
• 2006 VE Commodore. Holden Commodore VE.
• 2017 HSV GTSR W1. HSV GTSR W1.