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Holden Calais 1998
The 1998 Holden Calais carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2100 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Holden Calais 1998 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
Holden Calais Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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50th Anniversary | Sedan | 3.8L PULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,840 | $7,040 | |
50th Anniversary | Sedan | 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,510 | $6,710 | |
(base) | Sedan | 5.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO | $5,940 | $8,360 | |
(base) | Sedan | 3.8L PULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,620 | $6,820 |
Holden Calais 1998 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1998 Holden Calais will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Holden Calais spans from 16x7 inches.
Holden Calais Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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base | Sedan | P215x60 R16 | 16x7 inches | P215x60 R16 | 16x7 inches | |
50TH Anniversary | Sedan | P215x60 R16 | 16x7 inches | P215x60 R16 | 16x7 inches |
Holden Calais 1998 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1998 Holden Calais are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1842mm x 1450mm and can vary on the basis of model.
Holden Calais Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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base | Sedan | 1450x1842x4884 mm | 150 mm | |
50TH Anniversary | Sedan | 1450x1842x4884 mm | 150 mm |
Holden Calais 1998 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1998 Holden Calais is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Holden Calais is available with the following fuel types: ULP and PULP.
Holden Calais Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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50TH Anniversary | Sedan | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 9.9L/100km | |
50TH Anniversary | Sedan | 3.8L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 10.7L/100km | |
base | Sedan | 5.0L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | — | |
base | Sedan | 5.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 12L/100km |
Holden Calais 1998 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Holden Calais 1998 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Why is the paint in the drain channels on the roof of my 2018 Holden Calais peeling off?
This is an ongoing concern for owners of cars that were built in places that simply don’t have the UV radiation levels we experience in Australia. And, yes, I know your car is a Holden Calais, but the ZB model you own was actually built in Europe and is a fully imported car. That said, even local car-makers have had an awful time over the years trying to get their paint to last in the Aussie sun.
However, I don’t believe that a 2018 car should be showing signs of paint degradation this early, so I think you’d have a very chance of making a warranty claim to have the problem put right. Even though Holden no longer exists as a brand, its parent company still has an obligation to provide parts and service (and warranty) for the next few years. That said, there’s not much in it for General Motors to keep you happy as you won’t be a repeat Holden customer (since the brand is gone).
But it’s definitely worth a try and if you don’t get any satisfaction from head office’s customer service division, I’d be talking to the ACCC (what used to be Consumer Affairs) to see if a resolution can be found. It’s difficult to diagnose problems by remote control, but if the paint is peeling in a very specific section (the drain channels) rather than randomly on the roof, then it would seem as though there might have been a production problem when the roof was painted. If that’s the case, what’s left of Holden should put it right.
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Calais getting on
THE VT was a good solid car when new, but is an ageing model now, so you need to be careful about many things. Look for evidence of a crash, make sure it's been regularly serviced, and have it driven by someone with experience to make sure all's well mechanically.
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Vacuum on vacuum
OUR aircon expert, Mark Lynch of Carcool Airconditioning, says your problem is caused by a faulty vacuum switching module, which is a common failure for a VT. Unfortunately, Mark says you will have trouble finding a new module and that fitting a module from a VX or later model requires lots of work because its a six-switch module that requires a modified vacuum loom, whereas the original was a five-switch module that is no longer available from GM. Mark says the best option is a second-hand one.
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Holden Calais 1998 Towing capacity
The Holden Calais has maximum towing capacity of 2100kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Holden Calais Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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base | Sedan | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
50TH Anniversary | Sedan | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
base | Sedan | 5.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
base | Sedan | 3.8L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg |