Calais Turbo

72 of 150 · 20-04-06, 16:43

My car will finally be back on the road soon after a bit of a hiatus, so i thought i might put up some pics of the car as it has evolved to where it is now.

Vehicle specs are:
HSV VL Calais SV88
Build #72 of 150
Carby 304
3speed Trimatic

First off here are some pics from when i first got it. Circa March 2002.

72 of 150 · 21-04-06, 16:48

The car was in reasonable condition when i got it.
Importantly it was mostly original and had good kilometres on it.

First thing i did was tidy the car up a bit. Lost the stickers off the back, replaced the original red pin striping, and a few other bits and pieces.
Also as a stroke of luck, a mate spotted 'SV 88' plates for sale in the local trading paper, and i snapped them up at bargain pricing.

Over the next year or so the car stayed pretty much as is.
Just continued to refine things/tidy it up etc.
Just lots of little things that i won't bother mentioning.
Pics show the progression.>>>

72 of 150 · 21-04-06, 17:36

List of Misc stuff done to this point:

• Twin piston brake upgarde
• New overflow bottle
• Strut brace
• Outer lip of rims polished
• Gas struts for bonnet
• New headunit and speakers
• New powersteering rack
• Brock manifold
• 650 DP Holley
• New Alarm etc
• Welded drivers door lock due to scum

ILLUSIV · 22-04-06, 10:36

Will be smicko when back on the rd with new motor and paint Stevie!!!!

VIPCALAIS · 22-04-06, 13:44

love the SV88's,theyres an old boy getting around my area with a mint one and every time i see him im like "how much you want for her?"

HMILI8A · 22-04-06, 21:37

Sweet stevie bout time u got her back on the road again, u wont wanna drive her anywhere. Take us 4 a spin when u gt it

Antho · 23-04-06, 19:43

Very nice mate, Ive always wanted an SV88, I reckon they have got to be the classiest car HSV has ever made.

SII_Turbo · 23-04-06, 22:48

That truly is gorgeous mate!

72 of 150 · 24-04-06, 13:25

OK so now it starts to get interesting.
Beginnning of last year some ****er named 'Sayed' bumped into the back of her (whilst i was sitting in it!) not bad damage but enough of a piss off.

72 of 150 · 24-04-06, 13:27

So after getting messed around by him and his insurance company i did a bit of a deal with the panel beaters that i was getting the car fixed at to do a bit extra just to tidy her up some more and also fix a bit of cancer around the rear screen.
So i said i would strip it and put it back together.

^^^^ Bunky!!! ^^^^

XTC16 · 24-04-06, 13:28

Dude that blows, take your time and fix her properly to keep her in top nick and riggy didge

72 of 150 · 24-04-06, 13:29

At this time i also tracked down a whole new rear end (lights and garnishes)and new SV88 badging.

After getting messed around by the panel beater for a few weeks, i got the car back and proceeded to put it back together.

XTC16 · 24-04-06, 13:30

Edit - that second post you hadn't put up yet

Good work dude, take your time and it'll be well worth the effort

72 of 150 · 24-04-06, 13:31

Once back together i wasn't real happy with the work, colour was average, and didn't have enough pearl in it. So i took it back and they painted it again!! Luckily for me though they painted pretty much the whole car minus the roof the second time round.
Was much happier with the results this time round.

SII_Turbo · 24-04-06, 14:42

looks beautiful mate..im so jelous!

72 of 150 · 25-04-06, 14:44

Ok So i put her back together totally and was pretty happy with the way it all turned out.

72 of 150 · 25-04-06, 14:49

Next thing on the agenda was to get the car going a bit better.

She sat around for a little while whilst i had minimal money as a student and then whilst i got messed around by the insurance and panel beaters she probably wasn't very happy.

Anyway, took her to my mechanics for a diagnosis on a mystery issue and next thing we knew she looked like this >>>

72 of 150 · 28-04-06, 19:31

Whilst the motor is out i thought i better tidy up the engine bay.

What a mess!!

So apart she came again!!

72 of 150 · 28-04-06, 19:32

My painter sends me some pics!

72 of 150 · 28-04-06, 19:42

All freshly painted and pimpin, she comes back together.

Hero Steve helps me get the car to my mechanics.

Steve · 28-04-06, 20:11

look at my hektic gold beast!
So powerful!!

72 of 150 · 15-06-06, 15:23

Ok so motors taking foreverrrrrr to get built so i bought another VL

Got full calais specs for it too

*** Just called mechanic and motor is mostly together ***

Couple of weeks tops!!

VIPCALAIS · 15-06-06, 18:47

absolutely outstanding,when you get your SV back on the road i wanna see heaps of new pics,and make em big ones as id love to use them as my wallpaper

SYKO3L · 15-06-06, 22:37

awesome stuff..im keen to see it all back together again

good job

72 of 150 · 14-08-06, 19:53

OK so motor is finally back in.

Not long now, just waiting on a couple of little bits and piece's, should be firing it this weekend

20-04-06, 16:43	#1
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	Stevie's SV88 My car will finally be back on the road soon after a bit of a hiatus, so i thought i might put up some pics of the car as it has evolved to where it is now. Vehicle specs are: HSV VL Calais SV88 Build #72 of 150 Carby 304 3speed Trimatic First off here are some pics from when i first got it. Circa March 2002. __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 28-01-08 at 13:12.

21-04-06, 16:48	#2
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	The car was in reasonable condition when i got it. Importantly it was mostly original and had good kilometres on it. First thing i did was tidy the car up a bit. Lost the stickers off the back, replaced the original red pin striping, and a few other bits and pieces. Also as a stroke of luck, a mate spotted 'SV 88' plates for sale in the local trading paper, and i snapped them up at bargain pricing. Over the next year or so the car stayed pretty much as is. Just continued to refine things/tidy it up etc. Just lots of little things that i won't bother mentioning. Pics show the progression.>>> __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 29-01-08 at 16:20.

21-04-06, 17:36	#3
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	List of Misc stuff done to this point: • Twin piston brake upgarde • New overflow bottle • Strut brace • Outer lip of rims polished • Gas struts for bonnet • New headunit and speakers • New powersteering rack • Brock manifold • 650 DP Holley • New Alarm etc • Welded drivers door lock due to scum __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 23-04-06 at 11:44.

22-04-06, 10:36	#4
ILLUSIV I love your Mum!! Join Date: 22-05-02 Location: Perth, Stopping all stations... Car: ILLUSIV & WALLKY Trader Rating: (16)	Will be smicko when back on the rd with new motor and paint Stevie!!!! __________________ 1988 VL Calais Turbo Factory Manual - ILLUSIV 1988 VL SS Group A SV Walkinshaw #369 - WALLKY

22-04-06, 13:44	#5
VIPCALAIS Gold Members Join Date: 10-07-05 Location: NSW, Newcastle Car: S2 Calais Turbo Trader Rating: (1)	love the SV88's,theyres an old boy getting around my area with a mint one and every time i see him im like "how much you want for her?" __________________ Check my ride out http://www.calaisturbo.com.au/showthread.php?t=72436

22-04-06, 21:37	#6
HMILI8A We Drive Excitement Join Date: 06-09-04 Location: WA, Northern Suburbs Car: Unicorn..... Trader Rating: (12)	Sweet stevie bout time u got her back on the road again, u wont wanna drive her anywhere. Take us 4 a spin when u gt it __________________ Why Just Beat 'Em When U Can Humiliate 'Em

23-04-06, 19:43	#7
Antho Certified Wise Join Date: 28-09-03 Location: Brisbane, South Car: A Fooly Siiiiiik One! Trader Rating: (69)	Very nice mate, Ive always wanted an SV88, I reckon they have got to be the classiest car HSV has ever made.

23-04-06, 22:48	#8
SII_Turbo Official Member Join Date: 23-08-04 Location: Melbourne, Southside Car: VY Senator Signature Trader Rating: (17)	That truly is gorgeous mate!

24-04-06, 13:25	#9
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	OK so now it starts to get interesting. Beginnning of last year some ***er named 'Sayed' bumped into the back of her (whilst i was sitting in it!) not bad damage but enough of a piss off. __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 25-01-08 at 11:48.*

24-04-06, 13:27	#10
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	So after getting messed around by him and his insurance company i did a bit of a deal with the panel beaters that i was getting the car fixed at to do a bit extra just to tidy her up some more and also fix a bit of cancer around the rear screen. So i said i would strip it and put it back together. ^^^^ Bunky!!! ^^^^ __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 25-01-08 at 11:50.

24-04-06, 13:28	#11
XTC16 Option Audio Join Date: 17-08-04 Location: Brisbane, South Side MOFO Car: '86 VLCT S1 5 Speed Turbo [GMJ37], '86 VLCT S1 Auto Turbo, '87 Berlina, '95 VS Option Audio Demo Car [NCK000], '87 Auto Berlina Turbo Trader Rating: (55)	Dude that blows, take your time and fix her properly to keep her in top nick and riggy didge __________________ [GMJ37] Quick I think I'm gunna be sick, I need a dose of some bass, a snare & a kick!

24-04-06, 13:29	#12
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	At this time i also tracked down a whole new rear end (lights and garnishes)and new SV88 badging. After getting messed around by the panel beater for a few weeks, i got the car back and proceeded to put it back together. __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 25-01-08 at 12:16.

24-04-06, 13:30	#13
XTC16 Option Audio Join Date: 17-08-04 Location: Brisbane, South Side MOFO Car: '86 VLCT S1 5 Speed Turbo [GMJ37], '86 VLCT S1 Auto Turbo, '87 Berlina, '95 VS Option Audio Demo Car [NCK000], '87 Auto Berlina Turbo Trader Rating: (55)	Edit - that second post you hadn't put up yet Good work dude, take your time and it'll be well worth the effort __________________ [GMJ37] Quick I think I'm gunna be sick, I need a dose of some bass, a snare & a kick!

24-04-06, 13:31	#14
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	Once back together i wasn't real happy with the work, colour was average, and didn't have enough pearl in it. So i took it back and they painted it again!! Luckily for me though they painted pretty much the whole car minus the roof the second time round. Was much happier with the results this time round. __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 25-01-08 at 13:43.

24-04-06, 14:42	#15
SII_Turbo Official Member Join Date: 23-08-04 Location: Melbourne, Southside Car: VY Senator Signature Trader Rating: (17)	looks beautiful mate..im so jelous!

25-04-06, 14:44	#16
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	Ok So i put her back together totally and was pretty happy with the way it all turned out. __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 25-01-08 at 13:45.

25-04-06, 14:49	#17
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	Next thing on the agenda was to get the car going a bit better. She sat around for a little while whilst i had minimal money as a student and then whilst i got messed around by the insurance and panel beaters she probably wasn't very happy. Anyway, took her to my mechanics for a diagnosis on a mystery issue and next thing we knew she looked like this >>> __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 29-01-08 at 16:24.

28-04-06, 19:31	#18
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	Whilst the motor is out i thought i better tidy up the engine bay. What a mess!! So apart she came again!! __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 29-01-08 at 16:25.

28-04-06, 19:32	#19
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	My painter sends me some pics! __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 29-01-08 at 16:35.

28-04-06, 19:42	#20
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	All freshly painted and pimpin, she comes back together. Hero Steve helps me get the car to my mechanics. __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 25-01-08 at 12:03.

28-04-06, 20:11	#21
Steve ( . Y . ) Join Date: 04-11-02 Location: Perth, WA - NOR Car: '86 Custom Gunmetal VLCT, '88 White/Silver VLCT on Polished Walky rims, '88 White/Silver VLC daily Trader Rating: (28)	look at my hektic gold beast! So powerful!! __________________ Please Tell Your Boobs To Stop Staring At My Eyes...

15-06-06, 15:23	#22
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	Ok so motors taking foreverrrrrr to get built so i bought another VL Got full calais specs for it too * Just called mechanic and motor is mostly together * Couple of weeks tops!! __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 25-01-08 at 12:01.

15-06-06, 18:47	#23
VIPCALAIS Gold Members Join Date: 10-07-05 Location: NSW, Newcastle Car: S2 Calais Turbo Trader Rating: (1)	absolutely outstanding,when you get your SV back on the road i wanna see heaps of new pics,and make em big ones as id love to use them as my wallpaper __________________ Check my ride out http://www.calaisturbo.com.au/showthread.php?t=72436

14-08-06, 19:53	#25
72 of 150 :: pimpin :: Join Date: 10-10-04 Location: Perth, western suburbs Car: Weekender - HSV SV88, Daily - Silver Calais Replica Trader Rating: (17)	OK so motor is finally back in. Not long now, just waiting on a couple of little bits and piece's, should be firing it this weekend __________________ VL Calais HSV SV88 - Build #72 Last edited by 72 of 150; 25-01-08 at 11:55.