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How many kms is too many for a Holden Commodore?
Commodores commonly reach 250,000-300,000 km. Because they are now all older cars, condition and maintenance history matter far more than the odometer.
The drivetrains are generally durable, but every Commodore on the market is now an older vehicle. You are buying an ownership history, not a number.
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What the kilometres actually mean on a Holden Commodore
Under 150,000 km
Low for the model's age — check that it has not been sitting unused, and confirm servicing rather than assuming.
150,000-220,000 km
Ordinary territory. Suspension, brakes, cooling-system parts and automatic condition are the usual questions.
220,000-300,000 km
Timing-chain-related noises on some direct-injection V6 engines, transmission condition, and general age-related wear across the car.
300,000 km and beyond
Not unheard of, but buy purely on condition, history and price — never on the badge's reputation.
What to check on a high-kilometre example
- ✓Listen on cold start for rattles owners associate with timing chains on some direct-injection V6 engines.
- ✓Feel for clean automatic changes and ask whether the transmission has ever been serviced.
- ✓Check for rust in the usual older-car areas and look underneath rather than just at the panels.
- ✓Confirm servicing was maintained through the car's later years, not just when it was new.
The honest rule of thumb
Two cars with the same odometer reading can be completely different buys. A serviced, highway-driven example at 220,000-300,000 km is usually a safer purchase than a neglected one with half the distance on it. Judge the history and the condition, then let the kilometres tell you what is likely to need spending on next.
Frequently asked questions
How many kms is too many for a Holden Commodore?
250,000-300,000 km is commonly reached. Since every Commodore is now an older car, judge it on documented maintenance and physical condition rather than kilometres alone.
Is a Commodore with 250,000 km worth buying?
It can be at the right price, with history. Ask about timing-chain and transmission work on direct-injection V6 models, and inspect underneath for rust and past repairs.
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This guide is general information for Australian buyers — not a PPSR check, a mechanical inspection, or a guarantee about any specific car. Always run the exact listing through Beforehand and arrange a pre-purchase inspection before you buy.