Since Street Machine was founded in 1981, we’ve featured over 1500 customised Holdens from the very first 1948 FX to the final VFII Commodore.
Tim Harrison’s LS-powered Holden HG
We ran into Tim Harrison and his tough-as-old-wellies HG at Kev’s Australia Day Cruise in Geelong, and couldn’t pass up the chance for a quick yack.
Twin-turbo LS-powered 1977 Holden LX Torana hatch
A mate’s passing led to this 1200rwhp LX Torana streeter, which has run an incredible 8.1@171mph on the strip
Eight-second, twin-turbo ‘PSIPREM’ HG Premier for sale
Front-running Drag Challenge Weekend car up for grabs as a turnkey deal!
Pro street big-block 1971 Holden HQ Statesman – PRO HQ
Matt Morgillo has been working towards pro street goodness with his Holden HQ Statesman since day dot. Despite taking a few hints along the way, his vision has finally been realised
Six-second, 2JZ-powered LC Torana
This six-second Torana is packing around 1800hp of 2JZ goodness
Paul Matwijow’s 355 stroker-powered Holden VL Calais
Paul Matwijow has wanted a VL Calais since driving his parents’ car when he was a teenager
Turbo LS3-powered Holden VS Commodore sleeper
This stock-looking Holden VS Commodore executive hides a 550rwkw sting in the tail from a turbo LS3
HZ Holden ute ‘PAGEY’ wins Gazzanats WA – Video
Anthony Page takes out the win at Gazzanats WA in his blown HZ Holden ute, PAGEY
Carburettor L98-powered Holden HZ Kingswood
Aiden Stampalia’s HZ Premier was built as a tribute to a fallen mate and does his memory proud
Blown 202-powered 60s-style dragster
A brand new dragster that channels the look and spirit of the 60s – with Holden red motor power!
800hp aspirated LS-powered VK Calais
Tom Armstrong’s pin-sharp 445ci VK Calais makes 800hp with no turbo, gas or supercharger in sight
Eight-second FJ Holden ute, PRO-J – Video
Troy David’s Red CentreNATS Grand Champion-winning FJ ute ran an eight on its debut at the drags
Twin-turbo 1UZ-powered Holden VK Commodore in the build
This VK Blue Meanie replica build has a novel twist, running Toyota-flavoured V8 power
Calder Park test and tune highlights – Video
Highlights from Friday night’s test and tune at Calder Park Raceway
434-cube 1967 Holden HR sedan – CRAYZER
Joel Blake’s ‘CRAYZE’ Monaro was a bit too cranky to cruise, so he built this tough HR Holden streeter that’s even ‘CRAYZER’!
Travis Harper’s Holden VX Commodore
Travis Harper’s stunning methanol-drinking Holden VX Commodore
740hp blown HT Holden Monaro at Summernats 32 – Gallery
Brett Hewerdine’s killer blown HT Monaro made an auspicious debut at Summernats 32
Holden 355 stroker-powered 1973 HQ Monaro – TUFF Q
Mark Simmonite’s 1973 Holden HQ Monaro
Eight-second LS-powered, stock-bottom-end Holden VH Commodore
First time out, Jordan McKey runs an 8.86 in a stock-bottom-end, 5.7L LS-powered, full-weight VH Commodore
Aussie EFI pioneer Jeff Pye – interview
Jeff Pye has been at the coalface of electronic fuel injection for more than three decades, and his latest tough Holden engine rolls art and performance into one