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Overview
| Condition | Used | ||||||||||||||
| GST: | Inclusive (GST Not Applicable on Item, See below note) | ||||||||||||||
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| Location | 140-152 National Drive, Dandenong South, 3175 | ||||||||||||||
| Category | Classic Cars | ||||||||||||||
| Sales Support | VIC Automotive or (p) 1300 064 978 | ||||||||||||||
| Lot ID | 0001-23502536 | ||||||||||||||
| Part of Sale | Grays - Dandenong - Classic Motor Vehicle Auction | ||||||||||||||
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Description
1979 Holden VB Commodore SL Petrol
1979 Holden VB Commodore SL Petrol
Take A Step Back To Late-1970s Australia With This Striking 1979 Holden VB Commodore SL—a Golden (pun Intended!) Opportunity To Own A Piece Of Pure Aussie Motoring History. As The Model That Kicked Off The Legendary Commodore Nameplate—a Badge That Would Define Family Transport For Generations Over Nearly Four Decades—the VB Represents A Massive Turning Point For The General. Beautifully Finished In Period-perfect Two-tone Sandlewood Metallic With A Dark Metallic Roof, This SL Wears Its Classic Lines With Incredible Pride. Stepping Inside Reveals A Quintessential Retro Cabin Wrapped In Plush Buckskin Cord Trim, Offering A Genuine Time-capsule Experience That Transports You Straight Back To The Golden Era Of Local Manufacturing.
Under The Bonnet Lies The Iconic 202-cubic-inch Red Motor, Paired With The Trusty Three-speed Trimatic Automatic Transmission—a Quintessential Drivetrain Combination Renowned For Its Effortless Cruising Capability And Bulletproof Reliability. With Local Manufacturing Long Gone And Early VB Commodores Becoming An Increasingly Rare Sight On Today’s Roads, Finding An Example Presented In Such Tidy, Period-correct Order Is Getting Harder By The Day. Whether You’re Looking To Relive Fond Childhood Memories, Add An Impressive Cornerstone To A Classic Holden Collection, Or Simply Turn Heads At Local Weekend Cars And Coffee Meets, This Golden VB Commodore SL Is Ready To Be Driven, Enjoyed, And Treasured.
For More Information Please Contact Aaron Lofts On 0438 438 595 Or Alofts@slatterygrays.com.au
- Body Type: Sedan
- No. of Seats: 5
- Build Date: 1979
- Compliance Date: 07/1979
- Registration No: VB1979
- Registration State: N/A
- Registration Status: Sold Unregistered Without Plates
- No. of Cylinders: 6
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Transmission: Automatic
- Indicated Odometer Reading: 204617
- Exterior Colour: Bronze
General Condition for age and distance travelled:
- Key: Yes
- Spare Key: No
- Owners Manual: Yes
- Service History: No Service History
- Engine Turns Over: Yes
The below condition assessment is the opinion of our booking staff which may differ from your own opinion:
1. Front End (Front Bar) - Dent(s) under 5cm
- Scratches And Dents Visible Around Vehicle, Bubbles Evident In Paint Work,
Features:
- Bluetooth Capability, Power Steering
- Key No: 413
Motor Dealer Licence: LMCT-11100
(337793-186)
3-2-1-008611
GST Note: GST will not be added to, or included in, the final bid price of this item. GST is included in the buyers premium.
See User Agreement
Description
Conditions of Sale:
Motor Dealer Licence: LMCT-11100
Terms & conditions can be found in our User Agreement
GST & Buyers Premium:
The GST treatment and Buyers Premium allocation for all lots in this auction are identified in the OVERVIEW section above. Where applicable, GST and Buyers Premium are applied to the final bid price and a detailed breakdown is provided on the CONFIRM BID page.
Registered Vehicles Will Only Be Transferred To Victorian License Holders. Vehicles Will Be Sold Unregistered To Interstate Buyers.
Vehicle to Sell
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Delivery
Asset Collection:
All items must be paid for and collected by 15/10/2026.
We are open for pickup from 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Closed weekends and Public Holidays
Third Party Collection
If you intend to send a Third Party to collect your goods on your behalf, they will need to provide to Grays a copy of your Winner’s E-mail and Signed Note of Authority permitting Grays staff to release your purchases to the third party. Alternatively, Email vicauto@grays.com.au with the required information to ensure a speedy and efficient collection.
The information needed is:
Sale and Lot Numbers e.g. 0002-7007727
Buyer’s Registered Name and/or Email
Transport details: Company Name, Contact Person and Job Number provided by the transport company
Photocopy of Registered Buyers Drivers License.
Site Access:
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Inspection
Asset Inspection:
Items Are Available For Inspection From Monday to Friday between 8.30am - 4:30pm.
We are closed on Weekends and Public Holidays.
Covered footwear MUST be worn, or you will be refused entry.
Third Party Inspections:
We recommend all potential bidders especially interstate bidders to organise a third party to inspect on their behalf if unable to attend inspection.
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Payment Type
Payment:
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Notes
Note:
By bidding in this sale you are acknowledging you have read and understood the hazards relating to all the items in this sale.
All items are sold 'as is' with all faults (if any) and any reference as to the condition is to be treated as a guide and should not be relied upon without making a full assessment of the item and its markings during inspection periods. Staff will not comment on conditions, and any such representation should not be relied upon without appropriate inspection.
All items are untested and should be treated as such.
Please take care when placing a bid, as it cannot be altered or withdrawn.
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1979 Holden VB Commodore SL Petrol
Opens: 08 October 16:00 AEDT
Closes:
Important information about the sale of the vehicle. Sale of this vehicle in an auction context is on an “as is, where is” basis. No cooling-off period applies. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to bidding is highly recommended.
The description is a guide only and based on a walk-around inspection and start-up of the vehicle. It reflects the opinion of Grays’ book-in staff which accounts for the vehicle’s age and distance travelled, which may differ from your opinion. Grays does not test drive the vehicle or test its inclusions. As a result, there may be other damage or issues which have not been identified. Except to the extent applicable under any statutory warranty regime (See Sale Terms), Grays does not make any warranties as to the operation of any feature or inclusion referred to in this description.