Australia's second car
Back in the 1950s a Holden would have been found in just about every garage in the country. Australia was enormously proud of its ‘own car’ the 48/215, and the FJ was its successor, launched in 1953.
Based on the 48-215, Holden tweaked the styling and comfort was also improved. Power from the carryover 2.2lt straight-six was boosted from 45 to 48kW and a new variant, the Special was added, joining the Standard and Business.
A ute and panelvan were introduced in the FJ and this series was Holden’s first export model.
A total of 169,969 were produced, a testament to its massive popularity.
And so to the dark green model here with an asking price of $33,500. It has had new rear axles, bearings and brakes and is reportedly in excellent running order.
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