1973 Holden HQ Series Single Cab Utility - White - 54,638 Miles - 202ci Inline Six, Manual
Overview
The HQ Holden represents a defining moment in Australian automotive history. Launched in 1971, the HQ was the first all-Australian designed and engineered Holden, marking a bold departure from the previous LC/LJ generation. The Single Cab Utility variant became the workhorse of Australian tradesmen, farmers, and small business operators throughout the 1970s. This 1973 example is a genuine period piece, capturing the utilitarian spirit of the era with its straightforward design, robust construction, and honest engineering. The HQ Ute remains highly sought by enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate its cultural significance and mechanical simplicity.
This particular HQ presents as a well-preserved example of its type. The white exterior shows honest patina consistent with a vehicle of this age and mileage, with the paint holding reasonable colour across the body panels. The utility bed is original and functional, with the characteristic Holden design lines clearly visible. The interior features the period-correct brown vinyl trim and manual steering wheel, presenting with wear consistent with 50-plus years of use. The 202 cubic inch inline six-cylinder engine is original to the vehicle, identifiable by the QR411351 engine number stamped on the block. The engine bay shows appropriate patina and oxidation typical of a classic vehicle of this vintage. The odometer reads 54,638 miles, though given the vehicle's age, actual mileage history cannot be verified. The manual transmission operates as expected for a vehicle of this era.
At the classic car price point, this HQ Ute represents genuine Australian automotive heritage. Original HQ utilities in this condition typically guide between AUD $8,000 and $14,000 depending on originality and provenance. This example offers the collector or enthusiast an authentic, unrestored snapshot of 1970s Australian motoring culture, complete with original engine and body structure.
Features
* 202 cubic inch inline six-cylinder petrol engine
* Original QR411351 engine number
* Manual transmission
* Rear wheel drive
* Single cab configuration with two-seat interior
* Original brown vinyl interior trim
* Period-correct steering wheel
* Original utility bed design
* Right hand drive
* Odometer reading 54,638 miles
* White exterior paint
Condition Notes
* Interior trim shows age-appropriate wear to vinyl and padding
* Engine bay displays patina and surface oxidation consistent with age
* Paint shows honest weathering and minor stone chipping on leading edges
* Odometer mileage cannot be independently verified
* Vehicle sold unregistered
Specifications
Year: 1973
Make: Holden
Model: HQ Series
Body Type: Single Cab Utility
Engine: 202ci Inline Six Petrol
Transmission: Manual
Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Colour: White
Seats: 2
Odometer: 54,638 Miles
Steering: Right Hand Drive
CHASSIS: DHQ48710B
(Key #C47)
Lloyds stock #656366+1
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Location of item: 18 Paradise Road, Acacia Ridge, QLD, Australia
** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **
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