Classics 1974 Holden Torana SL/R 5000
The Classics discount program – Classics Retro Rewards – keeps on delivering for members. In addition to providing savings on products and services from a truly diverse range of providers, Classics Retro Rewards also gives you the chance to win some of the most desirable cars in Australia. This latest giveaway car is no exception.
A new look Torana. . .
Debuting in March, 1974, the LH Series Holden Torana was the most “Australian” to that point, shedding the last remnants of the Vauxhall Viva that had been the basis for the original Torana of 1967.
Featuring an all-new body, the LH was also the first Torana with a V8 engine. Buyers could choose between a 253 (4.2-litre) or 308 (5.0-litre), matched to either a four-speed manual or three-speed automatic.
Of the many variants available in the LH Series, the ‘SL/R 5000’ was the top of the tree. Fitted with the 308 and four-speed as standard, it was capable of 0-100km/h in 7.5 seconds and a top speed close to 200km/h.
The arrival of the LH Series also started a period of dominance for Holden in Australian Touring Car competition. The LH SL/R 5000 ‘L34’ won Bathurst in ’75 and ’76 before passing the torch to the LX ‘A9X’, which won in ’78 and ’79.
. . . with a Sting
Classics have given away plenty of great Toranas over the years, but this is one of the greatest. Valued at $206,000, this restored 1974 LH Torana is a genuine SL/R 5000, powered by a 308 SBC that’s been modernised with AFR heads, Aeroflow air cleaner and an alloy radiator. The transmission is a TH350 auto.
Other deviations from stock include an A9X-style bonnet scoop, aftermarket shifter and VX Commodore-era Sting Red paint. The distinctive black paintouts, SL/R 5000 decals and wheelarch flares are all there, while new alloys, in the style of Aunger Hotwire mags, maintain the aesthetic these Toranas had when new.
Inside, the seats have been retrimmed, with the doorcards, carpets and headlining like new.
The overall condition of this car has been described as excellent.
Get More as a VIP
Signing up for Classics Retro Rewards is simple, with membership packages from $30 giving you access to discounts from hundreds of participating retail businesses and service providers. There’s also a VIP Club that offers even greater savings.
Signing up to the VIP Club not only works out cheaper (from just $24.95/month) than short-term membership options, it allows ongoing access to the Classics discount program for the duration of your membership, as well as automatic entry into every giveaway, so you’ll never miss a chance to win.
In addition, entries increase the longer you remain a VIP Club member. Six months as a VIP gives you six times the number of entries, ten months gives you ten times the entries and so on, boosting your chances of winning.
To join the Classics VIP Club, go to: classicsforacause.com.au/classics-vip
When you join Classics Retro Rewards, you’re also doing your bit for Aussie veterans, with proceeds from the car giveaways going to services supporting former ADF personnel.
To find out more about Classics Retro Rewards and all the available discounts, go to: classicsforacause.com.au
For your chance to win this genuine, restored 1974 LH Torana SL/R 5000, go to the Classics website, purchase your preferred membership package and you’re in the draw.
The giveaway closes on Friday, 10 January at 6:00PM AEST.
For more details, go to: classicsforacause.com.au
