The A9X was delivered with a standard 5.0, but used the L34 motor in races which was developed by Repco for the LH SL/R 5000 H.O. L34. The A9X version of the Torana had a larger 10-bolt Salisbury differential with disc brakes and had the option of …

Jan 28, 2017 · We unwrap the history and market value of one of the country's most desirable muscle cars - the Holden Torana A9X, as well as match up legendary racing driver Jim Richards with a fine example of the iconic hatchback he first drove at Bathurst in 1978.

Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of Holden Torana Hatchback SS 5.0 Litre A9X (man. 4) (LX) in 1977, the model with 3-door hatchback coupe body and V-8 5044 cm3 / 307.8 cui, 176 kW / 239 PS / 236 hp (SAE gross) offered since mid-year 1977 for Australia .

Mechanically, there was little to separate an A9X from a regular Torana SS. Both featured a 308ci V8 and a four-speed manual transmission. However, the A9X received a new rear end, replacing the fragile “banjo” differential with a more substantial unit.

Feb 7, 2014 · Completely overshadowed at launch by the HZ Kingswood’s conversion to Holden’s much-hyped (and effective) Radial Tuned Suspension (RTS), the “A9X Option” on the LX Torana was Holden’s newest attempt at a limited-build performance model capable of winning Bathurst.

Sep 2, 2019 · The Holden A9X Torana announced in 1977 was available with two or four doors and a proper reverse-inlet bonnet scoop.

Oct 26, 2017 · AMONG locally-made road cars, the Holden Torana SS A9X makes a HSV GTSR W1 look cute as a kitten. Its guards bulged like bodybuilder’s calves, its driveline featured Holden’s best bits, and its race-bred suspension was unprecedented.

Learn the history of the development and stunning success of the unique Holden Torana A9X - a truly Australian vehicle that drove its way into the record books.

Peter Brock’s 1978 HDT A9X Torana was a force to be reckoned with on the racetrack. Its crowning achievement came in the 1979 Hardie-Ferodo 1000 at Bathurst. Brock, along with co-driver Jim Richards, claimed a victory that remains one of the most dominant in …

With most car enthusiasts, the legendary Torana A9X remains the ultimate Aussie muscle car ever produced by Holden, which is highly sought after by all collectors and car enthusiast’s as one of the most iconic Aussie muscle cars built on our home soil.