1996 Holden VS Senator 185i Series II - Black - 222,984km - 5.0L V8 Automatic, Registered WA
Price Guide: $38,000 - $55,000
1996 Holden VS Senator 185i Series II 4-door sedan, 5.0L naturally aspirated V8, 185kW, automatic, rear-wheel drive, Black, 222,984km, 5 seats.
Description
The VS Senator 185i is HSV's luxury performance flagship from the VS generation, sitting above the standard Senator in the HSV hierarchy and delivering a genuine performance differential over the base Commodore range. The 185i designation reflects the vehicle's 185kW output from the naturally aspirated 5.0-litre V8, paired with an automatic transmission for effortless executive motoring. Finished in black over grey leather, this Series II example carries the understated executive presence that made the Senator a compelling alternative to imported luxury sedans at the time.
Photos show the black exterior with good gloss depth, though the paint carries the swirl marks and light scratching typical of black paint that has been washed rather than properly machine-polished over its life. The body panels appear straight with no obvious major damage. The factory Senator multi-spoke alloy wheels are present and show light age-related oxidation. The front bumper lower section shows silver scuffs and stone chips consistent with the car's mileage and age. Inside, the grey leather and cloth interior reflects the Senator's luxury positioning. The leather seating shows notable wear and creasing consistent with 222,984km of use, and the grey carpet is in reasonable shape. The woodgrain centre console and Senator badging on the A-pillar dash are present. The engine bay shows the 5.0L V8 with age-appropriate presentation. This vehicle is located at Lloyds Canning Vale, WA.
VS Senator values sit below the more collectible HSV models, but they represent genuine value for a buyer who wants authentic V8 performance and luxury in a large Australian sedan without paying Clubsport prices. Comparable VS Senator examples have been listed in the $38,000 - $55,000 range on the private market.
Features
* 5.0L naturally aspirated V8, 185kW
* Automatic transmission
* Rear-wheel drive
* Genuine HSV VS Senator 185i Series II
* Grey leather and cloth interior
* Climate control air conditioning
* Woodgrain centre console trim
* Senator badging on A-pillar
* Factory Senator multi-spoke alloy wheels
* Smoked tail lights (period modification)
* Power steering, power windows, central locking
* 5-seat configuration
* Vendor advises vehicle transfer form signed by current owner supplied at sale
Condition Notes
* Black paint shows swirl marks and light scratching, typical of dark paint at this age and mileage
* Stone chips and silver scuffs on front bumper lower section
* Leather seat bolsters show significant wear consistent with 222,984km of use
* Alloy wheels show light surface oxidation from age
* Engine bay presents with age-appropriate patina
Specifications
Year: 1996
Make/Model: Holden VS Senator 185i Series II
Body: 4-Door Sedan
Engine: 5.0L V8, naturally aspirated, 185kW
Transmission: Automatic
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Odometer: 222,984km
Colour: Black
Seats: 5
VIN: 6H8VSL19UTL917789
This asset will be supplied with registration via vehicle transfer form signed by the current owner, Vehicle is registered until 19th Sep 2026 sold as is where is - No statutory warranty. WA BUYERS ONLY.
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Lloyds stock #233716+1
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Location of item: 90-94 Bannister Road, Canning Vale, WA, Australia
** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **
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