1982 Holden Gemini SL Sedan - Gold - 84,523 miles - 4-Door, 5-Seat Automatic
Overview
The Holden Gemini holds a special place in Australian motoring history as the nation's first locally-designed and manufactured small car. Launched in 1975, the Gemini represented a bold statement of Australian automotive independence, and by 1982, when this SL example rolled off the line, the model had matured into a refined, practical family sedan. The SL series positioned itself as the comfortable, well-equipped variant, offering genuine daily-driver appeal with a focus on reliability and ease of use. This four-door, five-seat configuration made it an ideal family runabout, and the automatic transmission ensured effortless city driving and highway cruising alike. Today, the Gemini occupies a growing collector niche, appreciated by enthusiasts who value Australian automotive heritage and the simplicity of early-1980s engineering.
This particular SL presents as a genuine, honest example of the breed. The gold exterior shows its age with character, displaying the patina consistent with a vehicle of forty-plus years. The paint holds reasonable gloss across the main panels, with minor stone chipping visible on the bonnet leading edge and light surface oxidation on the lower door trim and window surrounds. The four-door sedan body remains straight and solid, with panel gaps even and consistent. Light kerb rash is evident on the alloy wheels, and a minor dent is present on the rear quarter panel. The interior trim is original and presents well, with the tan vinyl upholstery showing wear consistent with the vehicle's age and mileage. The original steering wheel, dashboard, and instrument cluster remain intact. The odometer reads 84,523 miles, suggesting moderate use over its four decades. The engine bay is tidy and original, with the 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine presenting as standard specification. All four doors open and close smoothly, and the five-seat configuration remains intact with no structural concerns visible.
At the 1982 price point, the Gemini SL represented genuine value for money, and today it remains an affordable entry point into classic Australian motoring. Comparable examples in similar condition have attracted interest from both enthusiasts and collectors seeking authentic period vehicles. This is a car that rewards sympathetic restoration or can be enjoyed as-is by someone who appreciates honest, unpretentious 1980s engineering. The automatic transmission and straightforward mechanical layout make it accessible to owners of varying mechanical skill levels.
Features
* 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine
* Automatic transmission
* Four-door sedan body
* Five-seat configuration
* Original tan vinyl interior trim
* Original steering wheel and dashboard
* Alloy wheels
* Right-hand drive
* Original owner's manual included
* Compliance plate and build documentation present
Condition Notes
* Minor stone chipping on bonnet leading edge
* Light surface rust and oxidation on lower door trim and window surrounds
* Minor scratches on driver's door
* Small dent on rear quarter panel
* Light kerb rash on alloy wheels
* Interior trim shows wear consistent with age and mileage
* Paint shows patina appropriate to vehicle age
Specifications
Year: 1982
Make: Holden
Model: Gemini
Series: SL
Body: Four-door Sedan
Engine: 1.6-litre Petrol
Transmission: Automatic
Odometer: 84,523 miles
Colour: Gold
Seats: 5
Doors: 4
Steering: Right hand drive
Chassis: ATF11598B
(Key #C30)
Lloyds stock #656295+1
Location of item: 18 Paradise Road, Acacia Ridge, QLD, Australia
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