VE (2006 to 2013)

The Holden VE Commodore (produced between 2006 and 2013) was famously dubbed the "Billion Dollar Baby," representing a clean-sheet design on the world-class Zeta platform that arguably saved Holden from an earlier demise. In the 2026 Australian market, the VE is a high-volume classic with a tiered value structure; entry-level Omega or SV6 models typically range from $8,500 to $18,000 AUD, while the more luxurious Calais V and Berlina variants command between $20,000 and $38,000 AUD. The high-performance SS and SS-V models have seen significant appreciation, with tidy Series II examples (featuring the improved IQ touch-screen system and E85-capable engines) fetching $35,000 to $65,000 AUD, while the pinnacle HSV E-Series or the rare W427 now trade between $95,000 and $280,000 AUD. Its desirability remains robust due to its sophisticated multi-link rear suspension and its muscular, flared-arch aesthetic, which attracts a broad buyer pool of V8 enthusiasts, daily commuters seeking a robust rear-wheel-drive sedan, and emerging collectors who view the VE as the first "modern" Commodore. Locally, liquidity is highest for Series II V8s in "hero" colours like "Perfect Blue" or "Hazard Yellow," as 2026 buyers prioritise cars that have had their timing chains and AFM (Active Fuel Management) systems professionally addressed.

The Holden VE Commodore (produced between 2006 and 2013) was famously dubbed the "Billion Dollar Baby," representing a clean-sheet design on the world-class Zeta platform that arguably saved Holden from an earlier demise. In the 2026 Australian market, the VE is a high-volume classic with a tiered value structure; entry-level Omega or SV6 models typically range from $8,500 to $18,000 AUD, while the more luxurious Calais V and Berlina variants command between $20,000 and $38,000 AUD. The high-per… Read more