The 48-215 is also called the FX Holden
The First FX (48-215) Holden rolled off the assembly line on November 29th 1948
The FX Holden was only available with one engine and one transmission option
The FX Holden only has one tail light
A 4 cylinder version of the FX was considered during prototype stages, but ultimately a 6 cylinder version was decided on.
The FX Holden’s ‘Grey’ inline 6 engine produced 45kW or power
The FX Holden had a ground clearance of 9 inches, making it sit much higher than any competitor of its day
Even by 1948 standards, the FX Holden was not considered to be a luxury car
During the FX Holden run, a Ute was released, called the 50-2106
Fuel efficiency was said to be around 30 miles to the gallon