How many LJ GTR XU1 were made?
1667 LJ Torana
The LJ GTR XU-1 was a very successful racing car winning the Bathurst 500 in 1972. While there were 1667 LJ Torana GTR XU1 ‘road version’ cars built, at a price of $3214 upon release, there were also a limited number of special ‘Bathurst’ models built.
How do I identify my Torana LC GTR?
- V.I.N. is located stamped onto a plate attached to the radiator panel assembly on the right hand side of the engine bay.
- 82911 – Two door six cylinder GTR sedan.
- The next letter is the series code: C for LC Torana.
- The next two digits are a letter/number combination indicating the plant at which the vehicle was built:
How much is a XU1 Torana worth?
CLASSIC Aussie muscle cars continue to break records at auction, with an LJ Torana GTR XU-1 selling for $295,000 at Burns & Co Auctions.
What year is Torana XU1?
1970
In August 1970, the first ultra-performance Torana, the GTR XU-1, was developed by Holden along with Harry Firth of the Holden Dealer Team for competition in popular Series Production touring car racing within Australia, as well as in off-road rallying and unique rallycross events.
Did XU1 come V8?
Such a trend was nearly followed, with the GTR XU2 sporting a GM V8. The plans to produce the XU2 proved too costly, about double the XU1, thus the XU2 was cancelled….In Detail.
| submitted by | Richard Owen |
|---|---|
| bore | 92.1 mm / 3.63 in |
| stroke | 82.5 mm / 3.25 in |
| compression | 10.3:1 |
| power | 141.7 kw / 190 bhp @ 5600 rpm |
Did Holden make a V8 XU1?
Colin Bond in the Holden Dealer Team’s ‘new’ LC Holden Torana GTR XU1 V8 during the Easter Bathurst meeting in 1972…
How do you read torana ID tags?
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) tag is usually located on the centre top of the firewall. E.g., (LC & LJ) 82369 J H5 00025 and (LH & LX) 8VD69 LD J511223 H. The coded details shown will give the type of Torana, engine, assembly plant etc.
How do you read a Holden VIN number?
- There are 5 sections that make up the VIN number; Section 1 First digit Vehicle Manufacturer.
- Section #1 Vehicle Manufacturer. 8 = Holden.
- Section #2 Series Designation. 0269 = Belmont Sedan V* (HQ SS)
- Section #3 Model Series. K = HK.
- Section #4 Assembly Plant.
- Section #5 Vehicle Sequence Number.
How many LTR GTR Toranas were made?
TOTAL NUMBER BUILT: Total LJ Toranas – 81,453 units, of which 1667 were XU-1s.
How much is a Torana SLR 5000 worth?
A rare 1974 Holden Torana L34 SL/R 5000 has been listed for sale, with price expectations “in excess of $750,000.”
How fast was the XU1 Torana?
1st: 32 mph (51.5 km/h) 2nd: 52 mph (83.7 km/h) 3rd: 86 mph (138.5 km/h)
What engine did LJ GTR XU1 have?
Inline-6
In Detail
| submitted by | Richard Owen |
|---|---|
| engine | Inline-6 |
| displacement | 3300 cc / 201.4 in³ |
| bore | 92.1 mm / 3.63 in |
| stroke | 82.5 mm / 3.25 in |
How do I Find my LC GTR XU-1’s engine number?
LC GTR XU-1 – ‘186X’ or ‘3100X’ followed by the engine number LC GT XU-1 Bathurst – ‘CK’ followed by engine number, then the letter ‘X’ BODY/CHASIS NUMBERS (FOR IDENTIFICATION):
When was the first GTR XU-1 built?
DATE OF INTRODUCTION October 1969, XU-1 August 1970, GTR XU-1 ‘Bathurst’ July 1971. VEHICLE TYPE: Two door INITIAL MODEL LINE-UP:
What are the Engine prefixes for a GTR?
Some prefixes are: LC GTR – ‘2600s’ followed by the engine number from Oct 1969 – June 1971, July 1971 – January 1972 ‘CF’ followed by the engine number LC GTR XU-1 – ‘186X’ or ‘3100X’ followed by the engine number
What are the specs of a Ford XU-1 Bathurst?
Needles changed for XU-1 ‘Bathurst’ Bore and stroke: 3.625 inches (92.1 mm) x 3.00 inches (76.2 mm) Displacement: 186 ci (3048 cc) Power output: 160 bhp (119.36 kW) at 5200 rpm Torque: 190 lb/ft (256.5 Nm) at 3600 rpm Compression ratio: 10.05:1 Engine prefix code: 3100X 186 ‘ Bathurst’ as fitted from Sept 1971 – Jan 1972