Specifications
| Engine | In-line six-cylinder, 138-cid |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 3-speed manual |
| Body Work | Utility |
| Colour | Green |
Description
This lot is no
longer available
The first Australian car produced in volume was the Holden 48-215, commonly referred to as the FX and was essentially a scaled down version of General Motors' American offerings. In October 1953, Holden undertook the first major revision of the car with a new, horizontal chrome grille, torpedo-shaped tail lamps, new hubcaps, a revised dashboard with chrome rings around the dials and carpet in the rear compartment.
Buyers not only had a choice of several new models, including the Special Sedan, Business Sedan, Panel Van and Utility but a host of new options to personalise their new toy - ranging from sun visors, mirrors, two-tone paintwork (in twelve colours) to tubeless tyres. Mechanically, the FJ remained largely as before with the 138-cid six proving robust enough for tough Australian driving conditions.
The utility was an important niche market in Australia, proving popular with local tradesman, and Holden incorporated a boxed chassis to the floor panels of the FJ to provide added integrity when launching the 2106 Utility in November 1953. The Holden FJ ute was a sales hit, outselling all other American and English based utilities and now, as a classic commercial vehicle, offer numerous possibilities for the smart operator looking for an eye-catching investment.