1998 HSV Senator VT Signature - Burgundy - 173,979km - Build No. 395, 5.0L V8 Automatic
Price Guide: $15,000 - $25,000
1998 HSV Senator VT Signature sedan, 5.0L V8 215kW, 4-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive, Burgundy metallic, 173,979km, 5 seats.
Description
The VT Senator Signature is one of HSV's most compelling luxury performance sedans from the late 1990s. At the top of the Senator range, the Signature variant added a suite of premium appointments to the already capable V8 platform, combining genuine 215kW performance with the kind of interior refinement that made it a credible alternative to European executive cars of the era. This particular example, confirmed by the HSV build plate as Build No. 395 dated 11 June 1998, is a genuine numbered Signature model with strong provenance.
The Burgundy metallic paint presents with impressive depth and gloss across all panels, standing out as one of the stronger exterior presentations for a car of this age. Photos confirm the body is straight with no visible dents or creases, and the Signature badging on the C-pillar and doors is intact with all lettering secure. The HSV multi-spoke alloys are clean and undamaged. Inside, the leather sports bucket seats show the expected bolster creasing and wear from regular use over 173,979km, and the burl walnut centre console trim carries a natural age patina. The Clarion head unit, factory dual-zone climate control, and timber-trimmed console are all present and appear functional. The engine bay presents very well, with the signature red HSV cam cover bearing the "195 Sequential Injection V8" badge in excellent condition and no visible leaks or modifications. The firewall-mounted build plate confirms Build No. 395, a satisfying detail for any collector.
HSV Senator values have firmed considerably over the past few years as Australian performance icons attract serious collector interest. Comparable Signature examples have been asking $15,000 - $25,000 depending on condition and mileage, with driver-quality cars trading at the lower end. At the listed guide of $15,000 - $25,000, this is realistically priced for a genuine numbered Signature with strong paint and a well-preserved engine bay. Buyers wanting an HSV V8 they can actually drive and enjoy, rather than a museum piece, will find this a compelling entry point.
Features
* 5.0L naturally aspirated V8, 215kW (195 Sequential Injection, confirmed by cam cover badge)
* 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive
* Rear-wheel drive with limited-slip differential
* HSV Senator Signature leather sports bucket seats, power-adjustable
* Factory dual-zone climate control air conditioning
* Burl walnut centre console and door trim
* Clarion head unit with cassette and 10-disc CD compatibility
* Power steering, power windows, central locking
* Cruise control
* Sunroof
* HSV multi-spoke alloy wheels with Zonda tyres
* Tinted windows
* HSV build plate: Build No. 395, dated 11 June 1998
* Service logbook with stamps
* Owner's manual and documentation pack
* Two keys supplied
Condition Notes
* Minor stone chips on bonnet leading edge, consistent with highway use
* Light surface crazing visible on roof panel in certain light
* Leather seat bolsters show expected creasing and wear from 173,979km of use
* Exhaust tips show minor surface oxidation, consistent with age
Specifications
Year: 1998
Make/Model: HSV Senator VT Signature
Body: 4-Door Sedan
Engine: 5.0L V8, naturally aspirated, 215kW
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Odometer: 173,979km
Colour: Burgundy metallic
Seats: 5
Price Guide: $15,000 - $25,000
VIN: 6H8VTX69NWL336134
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Location of item: 60 Marple Avenue, Villawood, NSW, Australia
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