Verdict
B
← Pontiac GTO · 2004-2006 · VZ Monaro
Pontiac GTO 2004-2006
Holden Monaro rebadged. LS V8 manual IRS coupe nobody noticed.
BHP
400 bhp
0–60
4.7 s
Top speed
168 mph
MPG
18 mpg
Used
$15,000-$32,000
Strengths
- Manual + LS V8 + IRS combination is rare in this era
- LS2 is bulletproof and tunable
- Built in Australia (Holden quality)
- Used prices climbing slowly
Weaknesses
- Anonymous styling killed it commercially
- Interior is cheap
- Heavy for the segment
- Resale hurt by lack of brand recognition
Notable tech
- Holden Monaro rebadged for US market
- Tremec T56 6-speed manual standard
- IRS (rare for muscle of era)
- LS1 (2004) / LS2 (2005-06)
Common issues
- Differential pinion seal leaks
- LS1 oil consumption on high-mileage
- Power steering pump whine
- Sticky armrest fabric (well-known)
Used-market budget
$22,000
Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.