'Plastic Pig': the race-bred Holden Aussies didn't like, at first | In My Garage Ep 14

Nicknamed the "Plastic Pig" when it first arrived, the HSV VL SS Group A SV, better known as the Walkinshaw or 'Walky', wasn't universally loved. But today, the first-ever HSV is regarded as one of Australia's most iconic performance cars. On this episode of In My Garage, Richard meets Craig, to explore his exceptionally rare factory-spec VL Walky and discover the story behind one of Australia's most unique performance cars. 00:00 Introduction 00:43 The first HSV, what is a Walky? 01:50 A look under the bonnet 03:21 Racing history & Bathurst 03:49 The exterior design that divided a nation 05:22 An outrageous rear-wing & boot space 06:55 The factory-upgraded interior 08:23 How many Walkys were made? 09:18 Wheels magazine & meeting Tom Walkinshaw 10:15 Did the Walky go walkabout? 10:51 Going for a drive 13:27 The value of a Walky, will Craig sell?