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GMH in the community brochure

GM Holden Ltd, 1972, Manuscript, BRG 213/94/1/10

Brochure on the General Motors-Holden's Ltd. and their Proving Ground near Lang Lang, Victoria, comprising information and images on Holden's 'positive contribution to Australia's prosperity and well-being', Holden's 'emphasis on safety', student driver education, customer satisfaction and environmental responsibility. Includes charts and graphs on statistics, and images of the HQ Holden undergoing testing at the Proving Grounds.

Commemorative pieces, certificates and business registrations

GM Holden Ltd, c. 1926, Mixed material, BRG 213/164

Records comprising certificates of registration, membership and appreciation, including certificates issued for change of Company name and registration of plants. Also contains plaques and trophies, a printing block, a badge issued to employees, an employees number badge, a commemorative paperweight for production of the millionth Holden (EJ), a 40th anniversary medallion, and a jigsaw puzzle.

TA Torana Owner Manual

GM Holden Ltd, 1974, Manuscript, BRG 213/56/3

Holden TA Torana Owner Manual booklet, issued by Service Division of General Motors-Holden's Sales Pty Ltd. Includes sections on safety notes, service information, body equipment, instruments and controls, driving instructions, ventilation and controls, tyres, wheel changing, trailer and caravan hauling, general maintenance and specifications.

VC Commodore Owner Handbooks - Sedan and Wagon

GM Holden Ltd, 1980, Manuscript, BRG 213/14/11/1-2

Manuals for VC Commodores, including operating instructions and specifications.

Holden 48-215: General Motors new Australian car

GM Holden Ltd, c. 1948, Manuscript, BRG 213/27/9/2

Promotional sheet on the 48-215 [FX], featuring an illustration of the car on the road with 'Abridged specifications' on the reverse.

Holden's launch of the 48-215, Series 7, Volume 4; publicity in Australia and overseas

GM Holden Ltd, 1949, Manuscript, BRG 213/27/7/VOL4

An album of cuttings comprising articles from newspapers and trade journals, with dates, arranged in alphabetical order according to the names of the publications in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and overseas.

Holden's launch of the 48-215, Series 7, Volume 3; publicity in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and overseas

GM Holden Ltd, 1948, Manuscript, BRG 213/27/7/VOL3

An album of cuttings comprising articles from newspapers and trade journals, with dates, arranged in alphabetical order according to the names of the publications in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and overseas.

Holden's launch of the 48-215, Series 7, Volume 2; publicity in Victoria, Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia

GM Holden Ltd, 1948, Manuscript, BRG 213/27/7/VOL2

Newspaper cuttings, with dates, comprising articles and advertisements arranged in alphabetical order according to name of newspaper in Victoria, Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia.

GMH South Australian Plants during World War II; volume 1

GM Holden Ltd, 1937, Photograph, BRG 213/121/17/VOL1/1-24

Black and white mounted photographs, with annotations, of General Motors-Holden's Limited Woodville Plant during World War Two. Includes images of facilities and buildings, staff canteen, Port Road gate, external storage area, and the engineering section. Includes some photographs of the Birkenhead Plant.

To build a safe car, you need a strong foundation [poster]

GM Holden Ltd, c. 1971, Poster, BRG 213/133/7/12

Black and white advertising poster [proof] 'Safety Advertisement No.11; Holden takes your safety seriously' promoting Holden's separate chassis as a key safety feature and outlining other safety features built into Holden cars. Features a drawn 'cut away' image of a HQ sedan and it's separate chassis system.

It's what's up front that counts [poster]

GM Holden Ltd, c. 1971, Poster, BRG 213/133/7/13

Black and white advertising poster [proof] 'Safety Advertisement No.10; Holden takes your safety seriously' promoting Holden's front end, energy absorbing steering column, wide track and other safety features built into Holden cars. Features a drawn 'cut away' image of a HQ sedan.

'Controlled collapse' could save your life [poster]

GM Holden Ltd, c. 1971, Poster, BRG 213/133/7/7

Black and white advertising poster [proof] 'Safety Advertisement No.15; "Controlled collapse" could save your life' advertising Holden's controlled collapse front ends with Holden designed sub-frame chassis. Poster also outlines other safety features built into Holden cars, with a drawn image of a HQ Kingswood sedan.

VN Commodore Vacationer pamphlet

GM Holden Ltd, 1990, Manuscript, BRG 213/18/7/4

Flyer on the Holden VN Commodore Vacationer advertising $2,000 worth of extra features included in the price.

HG Kingswood wagon brochure sheet

GM Holden Ltd, 1970, Manuscript, BRG 213/39/4/3

Colour advertising brochure sheet on the HG Kingswood built by General Motors-Holden's Limited, titled 'Holden Kingswood, the driving man's wagon; wide open spaces'.

HG Premier brochure

GM Holden Ltd, 1970, Manuscript, BRG 213/39/4/4

Colour advertising booklet on the HG Premier built by General Motors-Holden's Limited, titled 'Premier by Holden, your appointment with Prestige'. Booklet features information on the Premier sedan and wagon, Tri-Matic transmission 'the fastest-thinking gear change in the world', custom features, and a choice of '186' 130HP, '186S' 145HP, '253' 185HP V8, and '308' 240HP engines, and 3-speed synchro manual or Tri-Matic automatic transmission.

HG Monaro brochure

GM Holden Ltd, 1970, Manuscript, BRG 213/39/4/1

Colour advertising brochure on the HG Monaro built by General Motors-Holden's Limited. Titled 'Monaro, Holden's Command Performers; GTS 350/GTS/Monaro'.

Holden VH SS Commodore brochure

GM Holden Ltd, 1983, Manuscript, BRG 213/15/18

Colour sales leaflet on the VH SS 5-litre V8 Commodore, 'Chariots of fire', featuring images, brief information, features and engine specifications. The vehicle was only available in two colours; cool white or fiery red, with blackout treatment.

Magic-Mirror Finish brochure

GM Holden Ltd, 1960, Manuscript, BRG 213/31/4/6

Product brochure advertising the Magic-Mirror Finish, a Dulon acrylic lacquer available as standard on all General Motors-Holden's Limited vehicles during the 1960s, starting with the FB Holden.

VN Calais stretched limousine

GM Holden Ltd, c. 1988, Photograph, BRG 213/18/13/1

Colour photograph of a white and gold Holden VN Calais stretched limousine.

Pagewood Plant brochure

GM Holden Ltd, c. 1960, Manuscript, BRG 213/76/6/1

Brochure titled 'Pagewood, General Motors-Holden's Pty Ltd', featuring information on the Plant from 1940, images of Holden FB or EK production, administration, services and pre-delivery area for Holden, Vauxhall and Bedford vehicles among others.

Panel, plating and trim sections, early Woodville.

GM Holden Ltd, c. 1920, Photograph, BRG 213/1/3/68-78

Black and white photographs of sections within the Holden's Motor Bodies Limited workshop at Woodville. Includes photographs of men working in the Nickel plating plant, wet rubbing and duco polishing section, trim fitting area, bonnet workshop, and final inspection areas along with completed automobile bodies.

Adam Lindsay Gordon’s residence and memorial

GM Holden Ltd, 1930, Photograph, BRG 213/1/3/12-13

Two black and white photographs showing three men from the Mount Gambier Holden dealership at Adam Lindsay Gordon's residence and at Gordon's memorial.

People associated with Holden Motor Body Builders Limited

GM Holden Ltd, 1923, Photograph, BRG 213/1/3/112-115

Four black and white photographic negatives of original photographs taken showing images of men and women associated with HMBB, believed to be employees. Caption on related envelope reads 'Loaned from old hands at Woodville, HMBB, mostly 1923-1924'. Although a researcher believes the date is approximately 1926. Includes printouts of images positives.

Holden FJ Business and Special Sedan

GM Holden Ltd, c. 1953, Photograph, BRG 213/28/2/11-13

Black and white photographs of the new FJ Business Sedan and a Special Sedan.

Holden pencil case

GM Holden Ltd, 1986, Realia, BRG 213/17/20

A dark blue vinyl pencil case with a matching polyester lining and silver metal zip. The case is printed with the words 'Holden: Adelaide 1986' inside a striped design, with a Holden lion insignia with two people's silhouettes in a smaller inner design.

All-round vision makes your driving safer [poster]

GM Holden Ltd, c. 1971, Poster, BRG 213/133/7/9

Black and white advertising poster [proof] 'Safety Advertisement No.14; Holden takes your safety seriously' endorsing safe driving and outlining safety features addressing blind spots and around car vision for the driver. Also lists the safety features built into Holden cars, with a drawn image of a family in a HQ Kingswood sedan.

Why build a car no-one can buy? [poster]

GM Holden Ltd, c. 1969, Poster, BRG 213/133/7/1

Black and white advertising poster [proof] on Holden's concept car, the Hurricane, and it's role as Holden's test bed for new theories of design and engineering, and new concepts in safety.

Photograph album of General Motors-Holden's Limited Fishermen's Bend Plant

GM Holden Ltd, 1938, Photograph, BRG 213/73/32

Digital copy of the photograph album belonging to L.J.Hartnett of General Motors-Holden's Limited Fishermen's Bend Plant, 1938. Comprising black and white photographs of the plant and buildings, cars and parts inside workshops.

Plaque celebrating General Motors 75th anniversary

GM Holden Ltd, 1983, Realia, BRG 213/164/2/3

Plaque featuring a 1980s Holden badge and text 'Holden celebrates G.M. 75th Anniversary'.

VN Calais sales brochure

GM Holden Ltd, 1990, Manuscript, BRG 213/18/7/5

Product brochure on the Holden VN Calais, featuring information, images, specifications and features including trip computer, cruise control and custom fitted car telephone. Includes information on the choice of the 'new 3.8 litre multipoint fuel-injected V6' engine, the first V6 made in Australia, or GMH's 'new 5.0 litre multipoint fuel injected V8 engine'.

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