Holden ceased operations in Australia in 2020. What's happened to resale values since then, and what can you realistically expect for your Commodore or Colorado?
When General Motors announced the retirement of the Holden brand in February 2020, many observers expected values to collapse. The reality was more nuanced.
In the short term (2020–2022), the supply shortage that drove up all used car prices also lifted Holden values. From 2023 onwards, values have come under more pressure as the initial supply crunch eased and the lack of brand support has become more tangible.
Main concerns affecting Holden resale values today:
Commodore (VE, VF series): Australian-made Commodores command a strong enthusiast following. VF Series II Commodores — the last Australian-made — hold reasonable values if in good condition.
Colorado (RG series): Has held up better than most, partly because it's mechanically related to GM platforms still in production.
Captiva: Generally poor resale due to reliability concerns and weaker platform.
Trax: Holds reasonable value due to high demand for compact SUVs, though badge uncertainty has created some headwind.
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