{"id":2200,"date":"2026-04-04T11:53:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T11:53:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/australianholden.com\/?page_id=2200"},"modified":"2026-04-17T04:46:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T04:46:11","slug":"vc-holden-commodore-trim-levels","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/australianholden.com\/index.php\/australian-holden\/commodores\/vc-commodore\/vc-holden-commodore-trim-levels\/","title":{"rendered":"VC Holden Commodore Trim Levels"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/australianholden.com\/index.php\/australian-holden\/commodores\/\">Commodore Home<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/australianholden.com\/index.php\/australian-holden\/commodores\/vc-commodore\/\">VC Commodore<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4tAzzml\">VB VC VH VK Commodore Repair Manual<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Released in March 1980, the VC Holden Commodore was the first Commodore to receive a meaningful mechanical update. While visually similar to the VB, the VC introduced improved engines, better drivability, and the option of a factory 5-speed manual transmission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VC Commodore Model Range Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The VC Commodore was available in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sedan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wagon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Trim levels included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Commodore L<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Commodore SL<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Commodore SL\/E<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VC Commodore L<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Description<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The base VC Commodore targeted fleet and budget buyers, prioritising simplicity and reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2.85L inline-six (173 cu in)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3.3L inline-six (202 cu in)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4-speed manual<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trimatic 3-speed automatic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vinyl interior trim<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Steel wheels with hubcaps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimal exterior chrome<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Front disc brakes standard<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buyer Notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Base models are relatively rare today, often upgraded or modified during their working lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VC Commodore SL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Description<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The SL was the most popular VC trim, offering improved comfort and broader engine availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2.85L inline-six<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3.3L inline-six (202)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4.2L V8 (253 cu in)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5.0L V8<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4-speed manual<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5-speed manual (Getrag, V8 models)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trimatic automatic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Better interior materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bucket seats standard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional exterior chrome<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional power steering and air conditioning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buyer Notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>V8 SL models are desirable, particularly manual examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VC Commodore SL\/E<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Description<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The SL\/E remained the flagship VC Commodore, blending luxury with performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3.3L inline-six (202)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4.2L V8 (253 cu in)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5.0L V8 (308 cu in)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4-speed manual<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5-speed manual (Getrag)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trimatic automatic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Velour interior with high-back seats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full instrumentation with digital clock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alloy wheels standard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-tone paint options available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power steering standard on V8 models<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buyer Notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The VC SL\/E 308 is one of the most collectable early Commodores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VC Commodore Engines Explained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inline-Six Engines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2.85L (173) \u2013 Improved 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