Additional security features were introduced across the range, including an ignition-disabling device and a driver's door deadlock.

The VP Calais was also sold in Thailand, with 3.8 V6 version, later it used an Opel 2.6-litre C26NE inline-six Dual Ram engine.

It was based on the Commodore Executive and added various specification upgrades to cater to the needs of the Police Force.

All were equipped with the V8 engine and automatic transmission and the exterior featured Commodore SS lower kit (with fog lights) and a Holden VQ Caprice bootlip as well as unique International badges.

The paint was single colour, unlike the standard Calais which had a grey lower half.

[2] The T2 series Lexcen was available in CSi, VXi, and Newport trim levels,[2] with a choice of sedan and wagon body styles.

The enhanced performance VP range sold by Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) comprised the variants listed below (including VQ II): The VP series HSV Clubsport was launched in 1991 with the same 180 kW (245 PS; 241 hp) V8 used in the VN Clubsport.

The VP GTS program was rushed into production to compete with the ford EB GT in September 92.

Essentially a parts bin special from the VN GRP A model, Like motor, brakes, spoiler kit.

These exclusive build quantities confirm the VP series to be the least production numbers Maloo ute of all.

Brakes from the VN GRP A , Variotronic power steering rack, 5000i badges & Rear boot 5000i decal, level ride suspension, three different engine cover colours - Red - Maroon - Orange - indicating a 200KW motor, ABS, Fog lights from the Caprice is standard for the 5000i model [6] The Senator was created in an attempt to design a vehicle that offered both luxury and performance as well as to complement the existing long-wheelbase Statesman models.

Offering smoother styling compared to the HSV Clubsport and GTS models, which favoured performance rather than luxury, the Senator took advantage of the independent rear suspension which was offered on high-priced VP Commodores and Statesman/Caprices at the time and was only one of a handful of Commodore-based cars that had automatic climate control air conditioning.

The car is available with HSV's 180 kW (241 hp) 5.0-litre V8 engine coupled to a four-speed automatic transmission or five-speed manual.