1969 Holden Hurricane concept car - restored 2011
Holden has gone back to the future, restoring its very first concept car -- the 1969 Holden Hurricane. http://www.holden.com.au/holden-innovation/holden-design/track-record The futuristic research vehicle described as an experiment "to study design trend, propulsion systems and other long range developments" has been restored to its former glory as a labour of love by a dedicated group of Holden designers and engineers. Code named RD 001; the Hurricane is a mid-engined, rear-wheel drive, two-seater sports car which incorporates a remarkable array of innovative features and technology, much of it way ahead of its time. Features include: electronic digital instrument displays, station-seeking radio, automatic temperature control air conditioning, rear vision camera automated route finder Holden Hurricane goes on show to the public for the first time at Motorclassica, Melbourne, October 21-23