Aussie Muscle Car! 1972 GM Holden Monaro GTS Coupe!

We drive a beautiful HQ GTS Monaro Coupe from General Motors Holden! An iconic 70s Australian muscle car. Also, we take a look at a spectacular HQ Holden Sandman ute.
At Master of Machines we'll check out anything with wheels or an engine, from American Muscle Cars, Australian Muscle Cars, Japanese Cars, European Cars, Classic Cars, Vintage Cars, Race Cars, Vintage Racers, Historic Race Cars, Pro Touring, Street Machines, Speedway, Aircraft, Engines, Motorcycles, Trucks, you name it, even a military tank! If it's super cool we'll cover it, and not only that, in many cases, we'll even drive, race or ride them!
Passionate car guy and Master of Machines host Glenn Everitt has extensive experience in the Automotive Industry, as a high performance technician, auto mechanic and dyno tuner, including other industries such as auto restoration and auto detailing. He's a lifelong racer too, born into a motorsport family and starting with road racing from the age of 14, and also competing in Drag Racing to help promote his dyno shop for many years. He's also passionate about two wheels as well, having started out on dirt bikes, then moving to Sports bikes of all kinds.

[@sophdog1678]

HQ coupe - probably the most beautifully proportioned body shape Holden ever made.

[@golfmother3141]

Absolutely the best , not a Holden lover but thats the finest moment in that shapes life , after this they botched the rear , loved that rear window .

[@petersnushall2449]

They stunned everyone with this design when they introduced it, and it looks no less stunning nowadays. Proof that good design is timeless! Then the bean counters took control of automakers.......

[@hamidaali3666]

Have one in the garage

[@johnnyboy1586]

I prefer the 68_69 monaro

[@craigmcdonald8348]

HQ,s and SLR,s, can’t beat em.👍

[@johndedominicisjr8973]

Gorgeous car! As an American who has seen several of his favorite marques die-off in recent years (Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Mercury in particular), I really feel badly for Australian car enthusiasts. The loss of domestically produced Fords, and now the imminent death of Holden altogether is devastating. Australia built some beautiful cars. It’s just a shame that couldn’t continue.

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

John De Dominicis Jr , thanks for your kind words, you are so correct, and we’ll sadly miss our American derived brands with local derivatives. Thankfully we still have Ford and the Mustang.

[@craigdargie6929]

@@GlennEverittMasterofMachines not the same Glenn. Holden was an iconic name before gm bought them out. Started off as saddlers then into coach work. Being a lover of Aussie cars, Holdens in particular, I can't see myself being a fan of racing in Australia in the future. Such a loss, such a shame.

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

Craig Dargie , have you seen our latest video? I think you’ll like it, talks about some of the Holden History that you’ve mentioned. 😊

[@jkmsaturn]

The HQ Holden is simply the best looking full line of cars ever made. Perfect proportions, just like the XB Falcon family. You have a lot to be proud of Australia!

[@offtrackfilms1]

I agree the HQ was the nicest looking shape I think... even better than the HX and HZ. 👍

[@BadApe351]

I'm a bona fide FORD fan but any real classic car enthusiast appreciates four-wheeled works of like these cars. Thanks again Glenn!

[@BogDustForBreakfast]

Beautiful cars , can appreciate the hours spent as I do restorations here in Australia as well . Great to see true enthusiasts

[@gragrn]

I remember when the HQ was released, it looked so modern and sleek, kind of like a cross between a Mustang and a Camaro. I love that they are both original, not modified and turned into something else. Well done Jim, you have good taste. Thanks Glenn!

[@offtrackfilms1]

Great reply Graeme nice clean film.!!

[@Jo_Wardy]

Yet people flocked for 4 door GTS monaros and the unsold 2 door coupés went into HJ monaros. People didn't like these old cars once upon a time now they love them. Or the status and money 😂

[@fitzyholden1036]

I hear ya mate. Kind of wish I'd not lived long enough to see it.

[@craigdargie6929]

Fantastic. The beautiful hq. The car that changed the face of Aussie cars. I wish I had mine still. HQ premier, very worked 308, 4 speed, etc.

[@justis9244]

Thank god for collectors like this guy,not a reverse cowl to be seen anywhere. Would rather have heard the exhaust note than the music played.

[@adamkrawczyk6382]

It's amazing how the HQ has come to be appreciated. In the 80's and 90's when people talked about the Monaro, it was all about the first gen (most likely due to it's racing pedigree), there was little love for the HQ but I always loved it the best.

[@Jo_Wardy]

It's become popular due to its price

[@impalaman9707]

Looks like GM and AMC got together and had a baby and called his name "Monaro"--part Javelin, part Chevelle (which is a pretty cool combination, I must say)

[@Kingmick58]

Those keys are swinging in the Monaro ignition Glenn. Drive me baby!

[@bigredc222]

The GTS looked like a cross between a Chevell and a GTO. Great cars.

[@davidnelson827]

Glenn's a true Aussie.

[@iansutton3176]

When I first arrived in Australia in 1973 I bought a HQ series Kingswood, followed a year or so later with a HQ series Premier. After driving a rusty old Morris Minor in England those cars made me feel like a "king of the road". What great days they were and it's so sad that Holden no longer exists in Australia.

[@noelgibson5956]

Yes they're very nice! I have a preference for HK/HG's as I like their more rugged styling. I have an HG Kingswood sedan in light green with a white roof and 186 engine. I also have a champagne coloured LH Torana 202 auto plus a VK Commodore wagon 202 carby engine. I always wanted a WB Statesman Caprice but found they never ever fell into a price range I could afford. I admire anyone who plays their part to preserve these for future generations to enjoy. We can't take them with us. We're just custodians of them for a short while. Good luck with your HQ's! They are stunning!🚗👍😄

[@bt6850]

A great mate of mine Stephen Wilson had an original HQ 350 coupe back around 1985. Was a beautiful car, remember the day he bought it, great times RIP Wilso!

[@detcarguymichigan4021]

Beautiful HQ models! My Dad was promoted to Asst. Chief Engineer of Holden in 1968, and I and my parents moved to Melbourne (Toorak). I attended Carey Baptist Grammar School in Kew. I loved growing up in Australia. By 1970 my Dad, George W. Roberts was Chief Engineer and then HQ models were launched. At age 16, my Dad took me out in a 1972 Monaro 4 speed to begin teaching me how to drive. Your video brings back many very happy memories!!!

[@terryjackson4538]

Looking at Jim's classics is enough to make me head to the shed. I'll give the HZ tonner a pat on the way, then run my hand down that huge shapely quarter panel on my coupe. Still the best body shape of an Aussie built car.

[@craigmcdonald8348]

Love ya passion Glenn, keep doing what you do brother.👍

[@offtrackfilms1]

Lovely few vehicles, thanks for showing us all this.!! They would have looked good on the floor of the Holden MOTORS Hobart Shut down Tasmania. Very Sad.!

[@nicholassteel5529]

She is a beauty!

[@eamonnmunroe6102]

Monaro GTS one of the best looking cars ever produced. 70-74 were the best

[@ctpmark]

Great styling on them hq coupes

[@PrimeministerAus]

I remember my parents buying a brand new HQ LS Monaro, 6 cyl. Within a week they had a two page list of problems, defects, leaks and rattles….rose coloured glasses 👓

[@jb7591]

HQ, great car, enough said .

[@dillpickle7468]

Good job Glenn with this show. Have followed your work from when you were on TV and now glad to see it continue with KZbin. You are passionate about cars, are knowledgable and enthusiastic. You have a great job and I wish you great success on this platform. Hopefully it provides you with a decent income. Best regards.

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

Thanks so much, it's been a long road in the dying age of TV, but we hope to make this channel bigger and better then ever! We truly appreciate your support.

[@ginamas1000]

I had a purple HQ Ls monaro coupe with gts optioned interior, woodgrain. My dad handed it down to me as my first car. I miss it so much... regret giving it back for a VL 😢. Couldn’t afford one now.

[@aussietaipan8700]

After my fateful A9X I purchased a HQ LS coupe with reg LSS979. This car is still around somewhere and I want it back

[@andrewhart6377]

My HQ GTS 2 door had original Houndstooth cloth trim upholstery.

[@doctoredic]

I was really hoping to hear the V8 , Shite music i can get anywhere.

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

She was pretty quiet with the stock exhaust system.

[@doughenning4899]

I got one. Love it

[@jimpikoulis6726]

Lang Lang Bang Bang

[@michaelcinar1452]

Glenn ..I hope you are well.. another amazing video well done.

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

Michael Cinar , going well mate, and hope you are too! Glad you liked it! 😊

[@jonosaymynameheisenbergyou5588]

Beautiful car,s Holden for every time 👌🏻😎👍

[@marcushaynes843]

Ever since I first saw Mad Max, the Holden Monaro which the Night Rider and his girlfriend were in fleeing from the "bronze" at the beginning of the movie, became an iconic scene. Also in that movie, the '73 Ford Falcon GT XB is more iconic when Max was prowling the roads in it to get revenge on the Toe Cutter and his gang. I normally hate Fords, but that car is my exception.

[@dwaynegolding5579]

Aussie icon

[@davidhunt3808]

I would love a Holden Monaro or HZ kings wood with a 253 v8 .

[@rossm7734]

I had one these cars once in the 80 s. I just wanted to hear the sound it makes when driving past but you played music instead.

[@area51isreal71]

The HQ Holden's were the best looking Aussie cars ever. The standard Kingswood looked fantastic, the Statesman was a sharp looker and even the ute's looked good. The two door coupe was just drop dead gorgeous though. You would struggle to find another Aussie car that looked as good as the HQ Holden. The only other other ones I can think of is the VH,VJ and VK Valiant Charger. The HJ,HX,HZ and WB Statesmans. In terms of just looks, those cars nailed it. Overall though, the HQ range remains king I reckon. A huge range of good looking reliable cars for every market from commercials to luxury cars and everything in between. Sadly it will never be repeated.

[@BADQ]

Throws his clean cover onto a dirty ground.... I'd be furious hahah great video Glenn

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

Haha! Luckily were only prop covers for the feature, not his good ones. Thanks mate, glad you liked the vid. :-)

[@BADQ]

@@GlennEverittMasterofMachines Hahah phew! nah just stirring... but yeah what a collection. I have the same coupe, but a little modified, would love another ute like that though, just an original stock hq 253 would be lovely. Have a great one mate! keep up the great work.

[@poppa5289]

Ah the old two fly flea 👍 lol

[@barryphillips7327]

My father had a HZ ute 308 factory fitted 308. It was Orange ( Hot orange?? ).

[@chisel83]

Beautiful coupe. The HQ350s with their auto spec L65 didn't make much more power than the 308. Not a patch on the final run of HG 350 manuals with the McKinnon L48s with the fuelie heads

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

Yes, low comp, 275hp from memory. I've heard the last of the early 350 Monaro's were very fast, some had even been known to break into a 14 sec quarter.

[@billmago7991]

I loved my Kingswood HQ 202 trimatic with sanden under dash air con. . Until an old lady in a HJ turned the corner where I lived and T boned it where it was parked in my driveway😓

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

What a bummer. 😢

[@tomnewham1269]

I really like the sandman but I thought it would have had the black round knob on the gearstick. I could be wrong but that one didn't look like the original one should.

[@trevoranderson4404]

Original worth. More ,,,,,,

[@GTFORDMAN]

half a million built but cant find any today :-(

[@toby319]

I really want to import one to Britain ahahah

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

You should! Expensive cars now though , these Monaro’s.

[@donaldhollums3278]

As a big fan of the older Chevrolets, it was frustrating to watch the Oldsmobile and Pontiac fans have to lose their favorite car company. Unfortunately the stupidity of GM has found its way to the Land Down Under. My 2000 Silverado 1500 is the newest Chevrolet I will ever own, it is paid for with almost 200,000 miles. There are plenty of older Chevrolet trucks and parts available for years to come.

[@johnhutchinson9714]

Holden didn't make a 48 two fifteen. They made a 48 two one five aka the FX.

[@d.s.w7779]

Cant beat hq coupe mate.

[@mrporsche4236]

My mate had a hq ss 253 manual had a big cam it revved to 7500 rpm 650 dp carb extractors etc it sounded awesome he beat most v8

[@stevecrocker6904]

a car enthusiast would probably want to hear the car itself instead of generic pseudo rock music

[@ceciliapolicarpio1822]

They got hammered for average steering and crappy seats in the original road tests.

[@xr8rick]

Was that the one you owned for a while, Glen?

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

xr8rick yes mate, wish I still did.

[@xr8rick]

We’ve all got 1 or 2 we wish we still had.

[@mattblack9344]

Original head gaskets. Thats an extra 5 grand. 😅

[@Veightdirectorcarclubvictoria]

very old tv show

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

Just building the channel to a broader audience and have all new content coming early 2021. :-)

[@7colliemac]

This is an auto .. I thought it came out in 4 speed?

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

Either was available

[@Russeljfinch]

Auto?😌

[@gochiefs3609]

Am I the only one that's not going to pretend they didn't take American cars and smashed them together. The GTS literally looks like a Chevelle and a Nova spent the night together under one car cover.

[@scottwilliam6141]

Well a lot of the Holden engineers/ designers were Americans on assignment in Australia.

[@paullongmore4702]

If your government increased the duty on imports say another 15-20 percent the home made car market would stay, your government has sold you out, the public back holden for years but let overseas ceo's cream the profits. Get a true Aussie business team and make it work, don't let them win.

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

Spot on Paul! Back when we started producing cars here in the late 40s, our government did put such tariffs on imports to give our auto industry a competitive advantage. Sadly the doors have been wide open to all comers for so many years to come in conquer, taking our manufacturing industries and jobs away. It's very sad. The tide is turning a little now after all that's happened in 2020, so fingers crossed we as a country can get back on track. We have the ability to produce a great product here in Aus.

[@offtrackfilms1]

Bloody hell how true is it I can't believe this is happened .! Good comment Paul.!! Jim

[@MadRS]

Pity about the auto. Good, honest car though.

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

The holy grail of this model is the 350 SBC 4spd variant.

[@Farmer2492]

The problem now is every man and his dog are selling their overpriced HQ Coupes but their not selling some have been on Carsales for months its now pick any price and colour you want.

[@hoey3510]

Cool looking cars but most have been butchered and modified

[@mcd3379]

You talk about Australian cars and Australian diggers fighting for what we believe. Every country in the world which has a motor vehicle industry supports it. The German government supports BMW. Japan supports Toyota and America bailed out General Motors during the GFC. The Australian Government turned its back on the car industry and forgets that Australia used to be a country that built things, not imported them. It's a disgrace. Our kids will never know about the Holdens and Fords that took families comfortably over vast distances, or the jobs they created.

[@jamesybarra7947]

American muscle car engineers design there cars more attractive looking . Theses Australian engineers could have made these cars better looking. But they failed