1973 Holden HQ Statesman DeVille 350ci V8 - Concours Covert Metallic

For sale is a Munster Muscle CONCOURS restored 1973 HQ Statesman DeVille 350 V8 in Covert Metallic with Beige vinyl roof and Chestnut trim. Over $200,000 was spent to restore this rare Statesman in 2023.. This one is an irreplaceable gem. For sale from Perth, WA. Rivalling Ford's Fairlane for a share of the domestic luxury car market, the Holden Statesman proved to be a great success for GMH. Having a Statesman parked in the driveway was a real status symbol back in the 1970s. And let's not to forget that the extended wheelbase afforded plenty of extra legroom for rear seat passengers. The HQ model is without doubt the pick of the Statesman models especially if you are after the power of the big 350 Chevrolet motor under the bonnet. Only 600 350 V8 powered Statesman DeVilles were built. And this particular Statesman was ordered with some interesting options. As the pinnacle of the Holden range, most Statesman DeVilles came with Air-conditioning, power steering, an AM radio with electric aerial and even power windows. Ordered from Motors Pty Ltd in Hobart, Tasmania, this Statesman was ordered without Air-conditioning or power windows. Obviously due to the colder climate of Tassy and the fact that the original owner wanted the power of the big 350 V8 to be undiminished by unnecessary optional extras. The original owner did however tick the box for the sought after T-bar automatic shifter. 350 Statesman DeVilles are now few on the ground and the HQ model is the most sought after of the model. Add to that a Statesman in one of the most desirable HQ colours restored by arguably the country's best restorer and you are onto a sure winner. This no expense full bare metal, chassis off body resto was completed by Munster Muscle in 2023. Starting with a phenomenally solid body, the Munster Muscle team painted the 350 in factory Covert Metallic in 2 pack clear over base. The finish is truly extraordinary. Mechanically the resto has included the blue printing and balancing of the matching numbers 350 motor, rebuilding all original parts including the date code correct Rochester carby, rebuilding the T-400 gearbox and 3.08 ratio LSD Salisbury diff, plus fitting a full stainless exhaust front to back. The Statesman is factory fitted with power steering further complimenting the drivability of this stunning motor car. And Munster Muscle has fully documented the restoration with photos and receipts. The car features ultra-rare NOS Chestnut trim. And of course, everything has been checked, recalibrated, rebuilt so that it all works perfectly. Nothing and we mean nothing has been left to chance. This is an A-grade restoration as seen on the best high-end Aussie muscle, and fittingly lavished on this ultra-rare and super desirable Statesman DeVille. The owner purchased this rare 350 Statesman from the second owner in Tasmania 20 years ago and a running driving car. Following the meticulous restoration, the owner has now decided to part with this amazing piece of Holden motoring history. Many Australians have fond memories of the HQ Statesmans and these classic 1970s luxury sedans have a strong following today and represent the pinnacle of Australian luxury motoring for the day. Sold with the Holden Historical Services report, two sets of keys and a future of trouble free luxury motoring. Located in Perth, WA for your inspection. (Ref: 6888) And we will gladly arrange a video inspection/road test of the car using WhatsApp, and of course there is no issue with enclosed door to door transport anywhere in Australia or New Zealand.