The owner of this 1992 Holden VQ Caprice had held onto the car for over 10 years, always hoping for the right time to bring it back to life. The goal was simple — make the car safe, reliable, and roadworthy so it could be registered and driven again.

Our team at Rawson Motors took on the project with extra care, treating it as more than just a car — but a sentimental investment and long-term goal for the owner.

Rather than just addressing one issue, we carried out a full vehicle assessment and built a plan to repair, refresh, and road-prepare the entire vehicle. This included safety systems, steering, braking, cooling, fuel, suspension, drivetrain and general performance.

The power steering rack was replaced, Front and rear shock absorbers and springs suspension were replaced

new brakes front and rear, front wheel bearings and tyres were fitted

the cooling system was overhauled, replacing water pump, thermostat and the original radiator restored to prevent overheating

The engine received new seals, mounts, and ignition components, along with sump removal to remove contaminates from sump and oil pick up to restore proper pressure and oil flow

The fuel system was refreshed, and new Manta exhaust system was fitted, and the transmission and driveline were serviced for smooth performance

After final adjustments and testing, the Caprice now drives confidently, safely, and smoothly — ready to enjoy on the road once again

After an extensive list of mechanical and safety repairs, this Caprice has now:

improved handling, braking and drivability

restored reliability for everyday use or weekend cruising

renewed confidence for the owner behind the wheel

Most importantly — a long-awaited project is finally back on the road where it belongs.

This wasn’t just about getting the car back on the road, many of the works to return the car back to optimum condition, ensuring that the was going to be reliable for many years to come - we would like to thank the owner for placing trust in us to complete the work.

At Rawson Motors, we take pride in helping customers bring their automotive goals to life — with clear communication, thorough workmanship, and results you can trust.

Discover how Rawson Motors restored a 1992 Holden VQ Caprice, tackling key mechanical repairs and preserving its sentimental value, bringing it back to safe, reliable, roadworthy condition.

1992 Holden VQ Caprice Restored to Roadworthy Condition

CASE STUDY – 1992 Holden VQ Caprice Restoration to Roadworthy

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Conveniently located in Officer, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 

Rawson Motors have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

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CASE STUDY – 1992 Holden VQ Caprice Restoration to Roadworthy

A Long-Held Dream, Finally Hit the Road

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