Who's already planning to convert their G8 back to the good ol' Holden look?

Now you're talking my language

So, are you planning on picking up a yellow G8 to match the Goat....I mean Monaro?

out of the two pictures right now, i like the holden look better

i need another goat to convert to holden also...

So, are you planning on picking up a yellow G8 to match the Goat....I mean Monaro?

Nah....I have 2 GTOs. That will do fine for awhile, I think. Besides, I really don't like 4 doors.

I think I'll go with Commodore taillights, but that's about it.

You might need to change the bonnet by the looks of it... :soapbox:

You might need to change the bonnet by the looks of it... :soapbox:

I seriously hope not... otherwise I guess I'd have to wait for a vendor to make some nicer ones... either that or if GM puts different style lights on different trim levels.

Seriously, you might as well make this a sticky right now. That'll cut down about half of the posts this place will be getting.

bwahahaha if i had the power to...

also merge like the 50 i'm new here posts

The G8 has the same body changes the Monaro recieved to be come the GTO - a new fascia and hood. Making it back into a Commodore SS-V wouldn't be a hard affair. The devil is in the details, which most haven't bothered to do except for HRJ.

well i'm wondering if there will be a SAP package

I wouldn't want to cover up my bumper. But I would be open to see what they can come up with.

i kinda like the hsv rear end... but just like my GTO, i'd like to keep it a pontiac, but add the styling from down under :D

I could go for the holden front and tails at least I think

The G8 and Commodore SS-V have the same tails. The Calais-V and SS have different tails that could be swapped.

The G8 and Commodore SS-V have the same tails. The Calais-V and SS have different tails that could be swapped.

They're both gonna have the black surround with the red eye brake lights? Good.

The G8 and Commodore SS-V have the same tails. The Calais-V and SS have different tails that could be swapped.

I'm willing to bet that the GT models will have the same tails as the SS-V, just like the show car and the V-6 models will get the standard Commodore tails.

I'm my opinion the Calais-V tails look pretty sweet and would go well with a dark colored car.

http://images.carsales.com.au/cil/54328.jpg

Commodore SV6 = G8 V6, Commodore SS-V = G8 GT

If you like the plainer red lamps you can always swap with a G8 V6 or get the more stylish ones off the Calais-V.

I really like the Pontiac front end but the GTS front end is even better. I don't know if it's worth the money to change it over though.

So do you guys think the G8 will come without the hood scoops and the GT will get the scoops? I'm not digging the scoops that much. I think it would look better without.

I think a SS-V front/hood swap would be an option, but wouldn't be cheap.

So do you guys think the G8 will come without the hood scoops and the GT will get the scoops? I'm not digging the scoops that much. I think it would look better without.

I think a SS-V front/hood swap would be an option, but wouldn't be cheap.
I'm betting only the GT will get the scoops standard but they'll possibly be an option on the V6.

To be honest, I dont dislike the G8 enough to spend the thousands of dollars to convert it back to a Holden- I actually like the G8 just as much. The only thing I would consider changing are the rear taillights, but that swap coule be done with a V6 G8 buyer.

Also another thing to be careful of and something that I experienced with my Legacy- it might not be a simple front clip swap. The bumpers for the Japan and Oz versions of the Legacy were different than the bumpers we got in the States (read, smaller). In order to convert a Legacy to a Japan front end, you had to modify the bumper bar underneath the front clip in order for it to fit and in doing so, you change the US bumper regulation compromising any insurance claims if you were to get in an accident.

Food for thought.

The G8 and Commodore SS-V have the same tails. The Calais-V and SS have different tails that could be swapped.

The Calais and Calais-V have a different sized tail light to the SS and SS-V. They drop down further into the rear bar, which is also different, so to put Calais or Calais-V lights into a G8, you would need to change the rear bar also.

Who's already planning to convert their G8 back to the good ol' Holden look?

Well, I知 planning. G8 probably won稚 be out for another year, but I知 going to estimate the front end pricing in about a week or so. :wiggle:

Well, I知 planning. G8 probably won稚 be out for another year, but I知 going to estimate the front end pricing in about a week or so. :wiggle:

Oh great, so we havnt bought the car yet and we are already starting to spend money on mods.

http://images.cainer.net//uploads/vessg8.jpg

Interesting that the Holden has a spot built into the front bumper for a liscense plate- thats a nice touch for those of us who need a plate up front.

I think I'll go with Commodore taillights, but that's about it.

I agree... I'm not liking the Altezza look in the photos. Maybe I'll warm up to it when I see one in person.

(Although I did change my GTO tail lamps for VX-SS ones)

Too bad we would have to change the hood too in order to complete the conversion, since the front part of the hood has cut outs for the Pontiac Kidney grills.

BTW, that photochop is pure sex.

Interesting that the Holden has a spot built into the front bumper for a liscense plate- thats a nice touch for those of us who need a plate up front.

That's because front plate is required for the whole country there. Makes sense to have it built in....

Here on the other hand, only some states require both front and rear, so what would the other non-front plate states do, They would need a fill panel like the C5, 4th gen firebird, grand prix, etc...

So instead they give us an afterthought front plate bracket where required and screw up the front bumper :cursin:

I think I'll go with Commodore taillights, but that's about it.

Any idea how much that will cost?

Any idea how much that will cost?

If you want all red lenses, the V6 G8 will have them so you might not even have to import them from Oz.

i'd keep her Pontiac trimmed out. both looks are nice, but i'd keep it Pontiac. the Commodore version is more aggressive looking, however.

The thought of doing a conversion is apealing, but it would definitly depend on the cost. I love the Holden logo, and I generally find the Commodore styling a bit more agressive, but I think the Pontiac look is quite nice as well.

Now, if I could do a full conversion and get vanity places that said just "64" I think I'd be in nerd heaven.

I for one will be making that change. Did not do the goat. I just don't care for the symmetry in the G8 front. The Commodore has a better fascia layout IMO.

I just want it to look like an HSV GTS... that car is hot shI#! i'm so tired of the pontiac fronts.. at least on the Goat they're smaller and rounded, the g8 looks too pronounced... i so love the GTS tail lights and spoiler... i want either an IBM like my goat with glue interior... or i was even thinking a black with two tone white black leather interior... lets see what we get here.

Well, I知 planning. G8 probably won稚 be out for another year, but I知 going to estimate the front end pricing in about a week or so. :wiggle:



Been stuck in this time capsule and wondered if you have gotten the details and pricing worked out on a frontal conversion to the commodore?

- hood
- fascia
- fogs
- what else

$1500.00 oz........plus shipping for the VE SS commodore front (nothing hsv)
This includes the following.........
1 hood
1 hood insulator and clips
1 front bumper
1 front bumper foam absorber
2 fog lamps
2 fog lamp surrounds
1 fog lamp wiring harness
2 fog lamp globes
1 fog lamp relay
1 headlamp switch for SS
1 Top grille
1 Grille emblem
1 Lower grille
1 Lower front bumper shield (underneath)
Clips

This does not include headlamps on the assumption that the G8 lamps will be used.

Vauxhall VXR bumper please....

Vauxhall VXR bumper please....

You mean HSV Clubsport?

You mean HSV Clubsport?

Both Use the same bumper. HSV exported the clubby to the UK.

This does not include headlamps on the assumption that the G8 lamps will be used.
If commodore ones are wanted/needed then add $690.00 for the pair and about $1500.00 for the SSV projector lamps

From the photos I have seen the pre-production G8's that are in the U.S. have projector headlamps.

$1500.00 oz........plus shipping for the VE SS commodore front (nothing hsv)


So 1,387.95 USd and shipping would be about what? another $1,000+? :eek:

So 1,387.95 USd and shipping would be about what? another $1,000+? :eek:

That would depend on how it was shipped. But, since the G8 isnt due out for some time it would be a good idea to order now and use the slower /cheaper methods to ship the parts.

From the photos I have seen the pre-production G8's that are in the U.S. have projector headlamps.

If this is the case then that just cut the cost of the conversion significantly.....I doubt the G8 lamps would be physically different like the gto lamps were.

That's because front plate is required for the whole country there. Makes sense to have it built in....

Here on the other hand, only some states require both front and rear, so what would the other non-front plate states do, They would need a fill panel like the C5, 4th gen firebird, grand prix, etc...

So instead they give us an afterthought front plate bracket where required and screw up the front bumper :cursin:


i live in a state at the moment where the front plate is required and i never get hassled about not having mine on. when i ordered the cars i asked them not to drill the holes so it wouldnt mess up the front bumper. ill take my chances like i always have, and order mine and demand no holes to be drilled for the bracket.

chrish

Good solution for those who have to run front plates.

http://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item.asp?itemid=950

And I believe this is a homemade one that is controlled from inside the car:

http://www.robs427.com/movies/Produce_0.wmv

PMD - thanks for posting those plate options, both are very interesting, looks like I'll be requesting no front plate on my G8!

Thanks for the info. I am wondering if there may be some hidden details that may be missed.

- I will not need the grill emblem.
- The fog lamp relay is different than the G8?
- SS headlamp switch is different than the G8 lamp switch?

The standard Commodore SS stuff huh. 8-10 weeks shipping?

So where may I ask does one go about ordering these parts? Because I think I may take the plunge with the SS-V front end conversion.

Also, on a side note. Is it possible to order these parts factory painted ?

So where may I ask does one go about ordering these parts? Because I think I may take the plunge with the SS-V front end conversion.

Also, on a side note. Is it possible to order these parts factory painted ?

As much as I would love to help you out (too much drama)Holden dealers in oz can supply the parts (pm me for details) and to answer the question.........no, parts cannot be ordered already factory painted.

PM Sent. Thanks for the help. :)

olly,

I will be waiting for a manual to be offered before I purchase. It will be a year or so. A little patients for me will need to go a long way.

The headlamps are identical to the Commodore. The Monaro started with rounded inner headlamp corners and later adopted the sharper corners used on the GTO when the VZ debuted.

Pretty good movie, but the script needs work.

EDIT: Haha, delete my post, just realised this was a giant bump and completely un-necessary.

Damn 5AM mornings.

So where may I ask does one go about ordering these parts? Because I think I may take the plunge with the SS-V front end conversion.

Also, on a side note. Is it possible to order these parts factory painted ?

JHP USA have already done the Holden conversion kit for the G8. www.jhp.com.au www.g8partsdirect.com

http://www.g8board.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=1348&stc=1&d=1214434419

Does anyone know the exact cost of any holden conversions? 100% complete, all parts necessary.

When I hit the deer, I was told $2200-2500. Also, at the time it was like 6 weeks shipping.

Nah....I have 2 GTOs. That will do fine for awhile, I think. Besides, I really don't like 4 doors.

hrj. got no sence of humour,rumour has it you like monaro's better than pontiacs.:ban:

this is funny - I'm in Australia and i'd love to do the reverse..convert my Commodre SS into a Pontiac G8.. it would be one of the first G8 ST's on the road!!

this is funny - I'm in Australia and i'd love to do the reverse..convert my Commodre SS into a Pontiac G8.. it would be one of the first G8 ST's on the road!!

why the hell would you even think of that, its like putting an edsel clip on a corvette.:driving:

my hsv kit will be here thursday

my hsv kit will be here thursday

I know you will be very happy

why the hell would you even think of that, its like putting an edsel clip on a corvette.:driving:

haha.. the G8 front looks good to me.. i hated the way the GTO turned out but the G8 looks sharp

haha.. the G8 front looks good to me.. i hated the way the GTO turned out but the G8 looks sharp

It would also be very unique on your roads. Just as the Holden stuff is on ours.

initially I liked the Holden front end better. After having the car for a while I actually prefer the G8.

Just read in another forum that the Pontiac G8 front conversion will be available at a Perth Aus Dealer soon.
Also a G8 has been imported back from the USA