Video Review: HSV Maloo LS2 Ute

**JoeT** · 05-21-2007, 06:30 AM

Here's the latest video review from www.drive.com.au

Drive.com.au Video - Farewell HSV Maloo

Related Thread: HSV Maloo Breaks Dodge Ram SRT-10 World's Fastest Ute Record

eosandov · 05-21-2007, 08:11 AM

The next El Camino?

01cavalier · 05-21-2007, 08:34 AM

I wish...

jzEllis · 05-21-2007, 08:54 AM

Bad A$$!! i think if they bought it over only in a performance and 4wd trim with $27-34000 price tag and at least a 5000lbs tow rating it would be a good seller....

mikmak · 05-21-2007, 08:57 AM

I hate these links!

Aych Es Vee · 05-21-2007, 08:57 AM

I'm pretty sure VE Maloo is a definite....

casket_demon · 05-21-2007, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jzEllis

Bad A$$!! i think if they bought it over only in a performance and 4wd trim with $27-34000 price tag and at least a 5000lbs tow rating it would be a good seller....

I doubt it,look @ most trucks these days and most people buy quad cabs or extended cabs. The time of the Elky has come and gone.

Buick61 · 05-21-2007, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eosandov

The next El Camino?

God I hope not. That has all the visual panache of a loafer. With tassles.

It might drive like a dream, and as an enthusiast that's really what I'm hoping for, but why does it have to look like it was designed by a CPA?

Joevette · 05-21-2007, 11:43 AM

they could definately sell this in low-volume. and way more than they ever could have with the SSR, this thing is so sweet.

ctaylorzl1 · 05-21-2007, 11:54 AM

simply amazing, I would love to have one, with the steering wheel on the correct side though!

I would love to see one here in the NEAR FUTURE as a El Camino, hopefully with atleast a LS2, mabey with the new LS3!!

mmciau · 05-21-2007, 04:03 PM

It is a pity that a "car" critic can't pronounce "Chevrolet"

Mike

KingElvis · 05-21-2007, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joevette

they could definately sell this in low-volume. and way more than they ever could have with the SSR, this thing is so sweet.

Right. This could've been an SSR with a more reasonable price tag - also one that wasn't so heavy and such a bad handler.

jbernie · 05-21-2007, 07:26 PM

A pickup with full size car economy?

hmm, i wonder how many contractors in the US would love to get their hands on something that can get 25-30 mpg highway without being a hybrid of any sort?

And still over v6, v8, SS and more variants with plenty of accessories already available because they are used in Australia.

For those who criticize the look, there are many individuals and companies out there right now looking at the cost of gas and have little to no options on how to reduce their gas costs and still be able to service their customers.

Hood Scoop · 05-21-2007, 09:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Buick61

God I hope not. That has all the visual panache of a loafer. With tassles.

It might drive like a dream, and as an enthusiast that's really what I'm hoping for, but why does it have to look like it was designed by a CPA?

Ha! You said panache! Do you work for Toyota or Lexus?

ZvetteGuy · 05-21-2007, 09:40 PM

They all cry for a Ute' like this to be sent to the States and if it were to make it out here... here comes all the criticism just like what the GTO had when it made it's way here... A GTO Ute'...?! Now that would be interesting... however, the enthusiasts wouild have died with that thought!!! Anyhow, that car/truck (Ute') is awesome... love it...

05-21-2007, 06:30 AM	#1 (permalink)
JoeT GMI's Holden Moderator Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Wollongong, Australia Drives: 2003 Holden Monaro CV8 Posts: 4,851	Video Review: HSV Maloo LS2 Ute Here's the latest video review from www.drive.com.au Drive.com.au Video - Farewell HSV Maloo Related Thread: HSV Maloo Breaks Dodge Ram SRT-10 World's Fastest Ute Record Last edited by JoeT : 05-21-2007 at 06:34 AM.

05-21-2007, 08:11 AM	#2 (permalink)
eosandov 1.8 Liter ECOTEC Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 53	Re: Video Review: HSV Maloo LS2 Ute The next El Camino? __________________ Z06pls

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mikmak 7.0 Liter LS7 V8 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Pacific Paradise, Australia Drives: VZ Wagon and JSII sedan Posts: 8,025	Re: Video Review: HSV Maloo LS2 Ute I hate these links! __________________ You start a conversation you cant even finish it. You're talkin a lot, but you're not sayin anything. When I have nothing to say, my lips are sealed. Say something once, why say it again?

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Aych Es Vee 3.9 Liter V6 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Canberra, Australia Drives: RB25det powered 1987 Holden VL Berlina & a 2004 Fo Posts: 886	Re: Video Review: HSV Maloo LS2 Ute I'm pretty sure VE Maloo is a definite....

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Joevette 3.6 Liter V6 Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 1,229	Re: Video Review: HSV Maloo LS2 Ute they could definately sell this in low-volume. and way more than they ever could have with the SSR, this thing is so sweet.

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ctaylorzl1 5.3 Liter LS4 V8 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Indiana Drives: 1996 Dodge 3500 CTD 4x4 1992 Camaro RS 305 Posts: 3,303	Re: Video Review: HSV Maloo LS2 Ute simply amazing, I would love to have one, with the steering wheel on the correct side though! I would love to see one here in the NEAR FUTURE as a El Camino, hopefully with atleast a LS2, mabey with the new LS3!! __________________

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mmciau 3.8 Liter Supercharged V6 Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Marion, South Australia Posts: 601	Re: Video Review: HSV Maloo LS2 Ute It is a pity that a "car" critic can't pronounce "Chevrolet" Mike

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jbernie 5.3 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Colorado, USA Drives: 2006 Saab 9-3 Aero Posts: 1,405	Re: Video Review: HSV Maloo LS2 Ute A pickup with full size car economy? hmm, i wonder how many contractors in the US would love to get their hands on something that can get 25-30 mpg highway without being a hybrid of any sort? And still over v6, v8, SS and more variants with plenty of accessories already available because they are used in Australia. For those who criticize the look, there are many individuals and companies out there right now looking at the cost of gas and have little to no options on how to reduce their gas costs and still be able to service their customers. __________________ Talk is cheap, sometimes it is on sale!

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ZvetteGuy 3.8 Liter Supercharged V6 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Arizona Drives: 1987 Chevrolet R10 pickup, 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix Posts: 549	Re: Video Review: HSV Maloo LS2 Ute They all cry for a Ute' like this to be sent to the States and if it were to make it out here... here comes all the criticism just like what the GTO had when it made it's way here... A GTO Ute'...?! Now that would be interesting... however, the enthusiasts wouild have died with that thought!!! Anyhow, that car/truck (Ute') is awesome... love it... __________________ Awww... life is so grand... my truck in the garage and the Ponti look'n good... all I need now is a Corvette or a girlfriend.... hmmmm... a Corvette may be cheaper

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