If the Interceptor is our movie star, the 1968 Holden Monaro 327 is our heavyweight champion. This is a car that doesn't whisper — it announces itself.
At its heart is a Chevrolet 327 cubic-inch V8, but this is no factory-standard cruiser. It's been fitted with twin four-barrel carburettors sitting atop a high-rise manifold, and the result is a staggering 800 horsepower. To put that in perspective, that's more than triple what most family cars make today — packed into a body that first rolled out when the Beatles were still together.
Built to Launch
Power like that needs a way to put it down, which is where the 3800-stall converter comes in. It lets the engine wind up into its sweet spot before sending an outrageous surge of torque straight to the rear wheels. The Monaro nameplate was already a hero of Australian motoring — a coupe that won hearts and races — but this particular example pushes the legend to its absolute limit.
A National Icon
The Monaro was Holden's answer to a simple question: could Australia build a coupe to rival anything in the world? The answer was a resounding yes, and cars like this one are why the name still gives enthusiasts goosebumps decades later. It's a genuine piece of Australian muscle car history, kept in running condition — exactly as a car like this deserves to be.
Hear It For Yourself
See the Monaro 327 alongside Chargers, GTs and Toranas in our open warehouse.