How many vu ss utes were made?

500 units
In October 2001 The VU Ute came out in a special edition “SS Fifty” (pictured right) to mark the 50th anniversary. This model has only 500 units produced.

What is a SS fifty?

By BRUCE NEWTON. HOLDEN is celebrating the 50th anniversary year of its Ute with the release in November of the limited edition SS Fifty. Holden will produce 500 of the 5.7-litre V8-powered anniversary edition Utes, which are based on the Series II VU Ute SS.

What year is a VU Holden?

Specifications. The launch of the 2001 VU utility marks the first completely new Holden utility since the VG model was released back in 1990. Where the VG utility was based around the then current VN Commodore, the all new VU range of utilities shares its roots with the VX Commodore passenger cars.

How much does a VU SS Ute weight?

Features

Length (mm) 5049	Kerb Weight (kg) 1613
Width (mm) 1845	Gross Vehicle Mass (kg) 2275
Height (mm) 1484	Gross Combination Mass (kg) 3475
Wheelbase (mm) 2939	Payload (kg) 662
Track Front (mm) 1569	Towing Capacity (braked) (kg) 1200

What was the first SS Ute?

The original SS was essentially a four-door HQ Monaro before such a thing existed (that arrived in 1973). Holden based it on the relatively bare Belmont model to make it more affordable.

Can I import a Holden ute?

Thanks to our strict import laws, you can’t bring something like a Nissan Skyline R-34 or a newer Holden Ute into the country, since vehicles not originally sold here must be 25 years or older before they can be legally imported.

What engine is in a VU Commodore?

The VU Maloo featured the same LS1 5.7 litre V8 engine as in the VX ClubSport with 255 kW (342 hp). Mirroring the sedan range, the HSV VU ute was now also available as Maloo R8, which featured standard ‘Performance’ brakes and a hard tonneau cover with raised rear wing.

What is a VX engine?

Early Curtiss engines were designed to power motorcycles. The Curtiss V-X was manufactured in Hammondsport and Buffalo beginning in 1915 to power the R series of Curtiss biplanes, especially the R-6 and R-9 training seaplanes and R-4 training landplane.

What motor was in the VU Commodore?

LS1 5.7 litre V8 engine
The VU Maloo featured the same LS1 5.7 litre V8 engine as in the VX ClubSport with 255 kW (342 hp).

Are Utes lighter than cars?

Turns out the ute is heavier, both VX S2 Auto’s – Kerb Mass 1597 Sedan & 1621Kg for the Ute. Bummer! Always thought the utes were lighter. Guess the long wheelbase platform has a bit to do with it.

What does SS stand for on Holdens?

Super Sport
The SS (Super Sport) name for the Holden Commodore rebadged as a Chevrolet has been condemned by a Hebrew newspaper as having a Nazi reference — and threatened with being banned from entry.

Why is the Holden Ute banned in America?

Not long ago, Holden used the chicken tax as an excuse for why it’s been unable to export Utes to America. TTAC commenters soon produced plenty of evidence showing that Australian cars and “light commercial vehicles” (i.e. pickups and Utes) can be brought to America duty free. So that excuse is out.

What does GTS stand for in Holden?

GTS (top performance model) Senator Signature (entry luxury model based on Calais) Senator Signature wagon. Grange (top luxury model based on Caprice) Maloo (VS series based utility)

What motor is in a VX SS?

Holden Commodore (VX)
Powertrain
Engine	3.8 L Ecotec L36 V6 3.8 L Supercharged Ecotec L67 V6 5.7 L Gen III LS1 V8
Transmission	4-speed GM 4L60-E automatic 5-speed Getrag 260 manual 6-speed Borg-Warner T-56 manual
Dimensions

What is the difference between Land Cruiser ZX and VX?

There are two variants to be introduced to us: high grade (ZX) and standard grade (VX). The ZX measures 5,130mm long, 1,980mm wide and 1,945mm high; the VX measures 5,115mm long and is just as wide and tall. Many standard features are common between the two variants, including: Double-wishbone front suspension.

Why do Australians buy utes?

There are many features that the Ute offers such as its duality for being able to take on the cityscape and double up as a vehicle able to take on the rugged outback landscape.

Why do people buy a ute?

Advantages of a ute A ute is the perfect solution as you can carry them on the tray (preferably in their own cage as opposed to being able to wander around where they might get injured by flying objects). Utes can be easily retrofitted with racks to carry long items; these are better than roof racks on an SUV.

Are LS2 and L98 the same?

In stock form, the L98 produces less power than the similar LS2 engine due to the more conservative camshaft design. With equal cam profiles, the L98 outperforms the LS2 thanks to the superior head flow. These engines are what you will find in most VE Holden Commodores.