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Character Profile: Lachlan Prescott

Overview: Lachlan Prescott is a 23-year-old Australian male whose life is a tapestry woven from threads of elegance, ambition, and resilience. With a muscular build that reflects his dedication to fitness, Lachlan embodies luxury and sophistication. From his caramel and bronze business-cut hair, complemented by a neatly trimmed beard of the same hue, to his refined wardrobe, Lachlan presents the quintessential image of a young businessman navigating the affluent landscape of luxury goods and services.

Physical Description:

Height: 6’2″
Weight:
Build: Muscular and athletic, with a strong physique honed through years of dedication to fitness and a healthy lifestyle. – need it elegantly refined, but still strong
Hair: Caramel/bronze, styled in a business cut that enhances his sharp features.
Beard: Trimmed and well-groomed, matching the color of his hair, adding to his air of sophistication.
Eyes: Deep blue, reflecting intelligence and ambition.
Attire: – need more

Business Casual: Tailored navy chinos paired with a crisp white dress shirt, rolled up at the sleeves, complemented by a tan leather belt and matching loafers. A designer watch completes the look.

Formal Wear: A custom-fit charcoal grey suit with a subtle plaid pattern, paired with a silk white dress shirt and a navy tie. Shiny black dress shoes and a polished cufflink set add elegance.

Weekend Brunch: A fitted light grey blazer over a soft pastel crew neck tee, slim-fit jeans, and designer sneakers. Accessorized with stylish sunglasses and a leather messenger bag.

Corporate Meeting: A classic black suit with a sleek black shirt and no tie, adding a modern twist. He opts for black leather oxford shoes for a polished look.

Networking Event: A striking deep burgundy blazer over a white turtleneck, paired with tailored black trousers. Stylish Chelsea boots elevate this sophisticated ensemble.

Casual Friday: Dark denim jeans with a crisp patterned button-up shirt, semi-tucked for a relaxed vibe. Leather brogues complete the attire.

Summer Evening Out: A light linen shirt with rolled sleeves, chinos, and suede loafers. A vintage watch and understated bracelets add charm.

Gym Ready: A fitted athletic tank top and compression shorts, paired with high-end running shoes, showcasing his dedication to fitness.

Personality Traits:

Positive Traits:

Driven: Lachlan possesses an insatiable determination to succeed, pushing boundaries in his luxury business ventures.
Charismatic: With a magnetic personality, he easily builds connections and networks within elite circles.
Visionary: Always thinking ahead, he has a knack for identifying trends within the luxury market.
Empathetic: Understanding the needs and desires of his clientele, he excels in creating tailored experiences.
Negative Traits:

Overly Ambitious: His drive can lead to burnout, as he occasionally prioritizes success over personal well-being.
Impatient: Often wanting results quickly, he struggles with the pacing required in high-stakes negotiations.
Perfectionist: He has high standards for himself and others, which can sometimes lead to frustration when things don’t go as planned.
Critical Life Moments: make these longer, need more of them

Childhood Inspiration: At age 7, Lachlan watched a documentary about successful entrepreneurs, igniting his passion for business.
Sports Achievement: Winning a state-level athletics competition at 10, he learned the value of hard work and perseverance.
First Business Venture: Selling lemonade in the neighborhood at 11, he developed an early understanding of sales and customer interaction.
Family Business: His parents owned a local luxury boutique, giving him insider insights into the world of luxury goods.
First Job: At 16, he started working part-time at a high-end fashion retailer, gaining valuable retail experience.
Diverse Internships: At 19, he interned with a luxury marketing firm, learning about market strategies and brand management.
Higher Education: Enrolling in a prestigious business school, he thrived academically and socially, developing essential networks.
Life-Changing Event: After a close friend’s sudden passing, he gained a new perspective on life and the importance of living fully.
Startup Launch: At 21, he co-founded a luxury lifestyle brand that caters specifically to high-end clientele.
Mentorship Encounter: Meeting a CEO who became his mentor shifted his understanding of leadership and resilience.
First Major Deal: Closing a multi-million dollar partnership with a prestigious brand solidified his presence in the industry.
Betrayal: Being deceived by a business partner taught him the importance of trust and due diligence in professional relationships.
Media Recognition: Featured in a top lifestyle magazine at 22, acknowledgment of his accomplishments skyrocketed his brand’s visibility.
Expansion Plans: He successfully expanded his startup into Asian markets, learning to navigate diverse cultural landscapes.
Resilience Test: Faced with a catastrophic supply chain issue, he managed to pivot the business and retain customer loyalty.
Charity Engagement: Launching a philanthropic initiative for underprivileged youths drew him more into personal fulfillment beyond business.
Cross-Cultural Trip: Traveling to Europe to study luxury trends opened his eyes to global markets and new ideas.
Romantic Interest: Developing a relationship with a fellow entrepreneur brought complexity but also growth to his personal life.
Public Speaking: Overcoming fear of public speaking while presenting at a business conference became a defining moment in asserting his confidence.
Reflective Journey: Writing a personal blog about his business experiences helped him articulate goals and aspirations, providing clarity in his vision.
Background:

Lachlan’s upbringing in a middle-class family in Melbourne provided him both opportunities and the grounding needed to instill work ethics. Being surrounded by the hustle of his parents’ boutique business, he developed a passion for luxury items and the art of selling them. As a child, he idealized success, often dreaming of the luxury and comfort of the lives led by influential figures.

Achieving a strong educational background further solidified his trajectory. He pursued a degree in Business with a focus on Luxury Brand Management, allowing him to align his interests with a growing market. With relentless passion and drive, he embraces the essence of what it means to operate in an industry blending elegance with commerce.

Conclusion:

Lachlan Prescott represents a new generation of luxury entrepreneurs — dynamic, ambitious, and empathetic. His journey through challenges and triumphs showcases not just a dedication to business success, but also an understanding of personal fulfillment, ultimately crafting a compelling narrative of resilience, elegance, and the relentless pursuit of passion. Whether navigating boardrooms or networking at exclusive events, Lachlan’s presence embodies the sophisticated lifestyle he promotes, making him a significant player in the world of luxury business.

Must use this as inspiration – not car, racing related

The Holden Caprice is a full-size car which was produced by Holden in Australia from 1990 to October 2017. The similar Holden Statesman, which was also introduced in 1990 as a model below the Caprice, was discontinued in September 2010. Between 1971 and 1984, Holden marketed their long-wheelbase sedans under the Statesman marque.

Statesman and Caprice are essentially long-wheelbase variants of the Commodore range, and as of 2006, were the largest rear-wheel drive sedans offered by GM. Internationally, Statesmans and Caprices have been rebadged as the Buick Royaum, Daewoo Statesman, and Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, these cars have formed the basis of the Chinese-built Buick Park Avenue and the Bitter Vero, a rebodied version from Germany.

The main difference between the Statesman and the Caprice lies within their equipment packages. Moreover, Caprices are commonly powered by V8 engines rather than V6s and, whilst modern Caprices may be mistaken as fully specified versions of the cheaper Statesman, the two were separate Holden models in the past. In appearance, Caprices can be distinguished by their unique interior and exterior trim such as the grille insert. In addition to the large V8 engine, in latter years, the Caprice suspension was often more sport-oriented (from the 2003 WK series).[1]

Traditionally in Australia, the Statesman and Caprice have been direct rivals to the Ford Fairlane and LTD, respectively. However, Ford’s decision to discontinue these models in 2007 left Holden with the Chrysler 300C as the only direct competition at pricing point occupied, at least until the launch of the Hyundai Genesis in 2015. As announced by Holden in 2014, its entire Australian production comprising the Caprice ceased in 2017.[2]

Etymology
The word “caprice” means impulsive, unpredictable or sudden condition, or series of changes or a brief romance.

WH
See also: Holden Commodore (VT) and Holden Commodore (VX)
The next model came in June 1999, two years after the launch of the all-new VT Commodore from which the new WH was initially based.[25] The WH series saw Holden return to a standalone model designation, rather than adopting the same used by the short-wheelbase Commodore. Models followed much the same pattern as the previous car: a standard Statesman, a special edition Statesman International, and the Caprice as flagship.[26] The doors and front windscreen were again shared with the mainstream Commodore while wheelbase was increased to 2,939 mm (116 in). WH Series I cars built between 1999 and 2000 had more in common with VT II Commodore, while 2000 onwards bore more resemblance to the updated VX Commodore in parts and finish.

1999–2001 Holden Statesman (WH)
Engines were as per the Commodore, so a 3.8-litre V6 Ecotec unit, a supercharged version of the same, and a new 5.7-litre Generation III V8, rated at 220 kW (295 hp).[25] A Series II revision in August 2001 brought a 5 kW (6.7 hp) power increase for the Ecotec V6 bringing it up to 152 kW (204 hp).[27] Since the WH, which was engineered for both right- and left-hand drive, the Statesman has been exported to the Middle East as the Chevrolet Caprice, following the same model changes as the Holden.[28]

1999–2001 Holden Caprice (WH)
Compared to the previous model, stability improved through the use of wider tracks a longer wheelbase and four-channel ABS disc brakes with traction control. Usable boot space increased to 541 litres. Cornering lights were provided integrated into the front fog light assembly- these cornering lights were illuminated whenever the indicator was operating on that side of the car, illuminating a turning path for the driver. Electrochromatic rear view mirror sensed headlight glare from vehicles travelling behind, and automatically adjusts mirror glass tint level to reduce driver glare.

Dual zone climate control was a standard feature across the WH range, as was 12-mode trip computer integrated into the instrument cluster. Caprice including rear roof mounted climate control and stereo controls for rear passengers- rear passengers were also provided with two headphone jacks in the rear parcel shelf and could listen to a different audio source to the front occupants. A rear flip down table was incorporated into the rear armrest, complete with storage pocket and cup holders. The exclusive-to-Caprice options included standard Howe leather seats, 260-watt 12-speaker DSP audio system, individual ignition key memory (not available in Statesman- stereo settings, seating position) for three drivers, upright Holden crest logo on the bonnet, chrome exterior door handles, as well as heated side view mirrors and auto dipping passenger side view mirror to avoid alloy wheel damage when reversing. Headlights could be set to automatically sense low light levels and turn on without driver input. Caprice featured a fine chrome vertical bar grille, while Statesman used a chrome matrix style front grille design, and lacked chrome exterior door handles.

HSV branded special order options included electric tilt and slide glass sunroof, VDO MS5000 satellite navigation system in place of front console ashtray, HSV alloy pedals, limited slip differential, rear deck spoiler and choice of two 17-inch alloy wheel styles. Vehicles specially ordered with any HSV optional extras received a Holden-by-Design individually numbered build plate in the engine bay.

The use of self-levelling rear air suspension available in Caprice brought advantages when hauling heavy loads and improved vehicle dynamics when towing.[29] Safety in the WH model was also enhanced, with the addition of side impact head & torso airbags and pyrotechnic seat belt pretensioners along with drivers steering wheel and passenger dashboard airbags all as standard. If the seat belt pretensioners trigger, the doors automatically unlock, both engine and fuel pump shut down and all interior lights will switch on.[30] Also new to the WH are the electric wing mirrors, which when reversing, the passenger mirror faces downwards to assist the driver when parking, thus preventing kerbside wheel damage.

Released in June 1999, the HSV Grange (WH) received modifications to the Statesman’s specification (Statesman VINs begin with “6H8WHY”, whereas the VIN of a Caprice is “6H8WHZ”; the Grange shares the “Y” digit in its VIN with Statesman). Again, the Grange was finished by HSV in Clayton, Victoria. It was available with the 3.8-litre supercharged V6 and 5.7-litre V8 engines. The WH Grange had HSV’s “Prestige” suspension tune, specially-developed Monroe Sensatrac shock absorbers, a front anti-roll bar, a rear anti-roll bar and a self-levelling function for the rear suspension (shared with Caprice). Standard features for the WH Grange included 18-inch ten-spoke alloy wheels, a 260-watt sound system with ten speakers and a six-disc CD changer, climate control air conditioning, eight-way power adjustable front seats, leather upholstery, cruise control, front fog lights, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, remote central locking, power windows and mirrors, a height and reach adjustable steering wheel, driver seat and mirror memory settings, an electrochromatic rear view mirror, trip computer and an immobiliser. The Grange was also fitted with a limited slip rear differential as well as a choice of two higher performance brake packages, increased diameter front and rear swaybars and an exclusive-to-Grange HSV body kit consisting of front bumper with enlarged cooling intake, unique stainless steel meshed intake grille with HSV logo in the centre, flared deep side skirts, deep skirted three-piece rear bumper, rear decklid spoiler and rear HSV badging.

WK
See also: Holden Commodore (VY)

2003–2004 Holden Caprice (WK)

Interior (WK Statesman)

2003–2004 Holden Statesman (WK)
A revised WK series was launched in May 2003, with a facelift. The curvaceous front and rear end styling of the WH was abandoned in favour of angular lines, starting with the headlights borrowed from the VY Calais. From the rear, the redesigned taillights were now separated by sheet metal, rather than being joined with a horizontal strip of plastic.[31] The redesign had the after effect of lowering the WK’s drag coefficient to 0.30.[32] Other changes came in the form of revised bumpers, wheel trims, with the interior dashboard and centre console receiving a major overhaul. Powertrains carried over from the previous model, but the Generation III V8 engine was now rated at 235 kW (315 hp) for the Statesman and 245 kW (329 hp) for the Caprice.[31] Other engineering changes were made to the structural integrity of the car. The reinforced front flooring and sills gives the upshot of a 70 percent reduction in lower limb injuries in offset frontal crash tests at 60 km/h (37 mph).[32]

Feature wise, the Statesman now offered standard rear parking sensors and optional satellite navigation, with the Caprice receiving a dual screen DVD entertainment system for the rear passengers.[33] The Used Car Safety Ratings found that WH/WK Statesmans provide a “significantly better than average” level of occupant protection in the event of an accident.[24]

Standard features for the HSV Grange (WK) included 18-inch alloy wheels, a twelve speaker Blaupunkt sound system with a 430-watt amplifier, subwoofer and a six-stack CD player, dual-zone climate control air conditioning, leather seats and trim, eight-way power adjustable front seats, cruise control with speed alert, driver’s seat and mirror memory settings, DVD player with twin seven-inch rear seat LCD screens and remote control, rear parking sensors, a leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, remote central locking, power windows and mirrors, a height and reach adjustable steering wheel, an electrochromatic rear view mirror, trip computer, cargo net and an immobiliser. As standard, the Grange was also fitted with a limited slip rear differential, larger front & rear sway bars, larger performance brakes and an HSV exclusive-to-Grange body kit consisting of front bumper, side skirts, rear bumper and deck lid spoiler.

WL
See also: Holden Commodore (VZ)

2004–2006 Holden Caprice (WL)

2005–2006 Holden Statesman International (WL)

2005–2006 Buick Royaum (China)

2005–2006 Daewoo Statesman (South Korea)

2005-2006 Chevrolet Caprice SS (Middle East)
Released in August 2004, the WL brought with it an all-new 3.6-litre Alloytec V6 engine, succeeding the WK’s Ecotec unit. Power and torque figures were rated at 190 kW (255 hp) and 340 N⋅m (251 lb⋅ft), respectively. The Statesman’s optional V8 was the 245 kW (329 hp) version from the WK Caprice, with the WL Caprice’s engine obtaining a further 5 kW (6.7 hp). The V8s received a stronger GM 4L65-E automatic transmission, while the Alloytec V6 versions received a new five-speed GM 5L40-E automatic. Several new safety features were added to the WL line-up. Such include brake assist, electronic brakeforce distribution, Electronic Stability Program and LED tail lamps. The new LED lamps give an additional 5 metres (16 ft) of warning to trailing motorists travelling at 110 km/h (68 mph) because they illuminate in 60 nanoseconds, compared to 1,000 for conventional incandescent light bulbs.[34]

In 2005, General Motors began exporting the Statesman to China, where it was badged as the Buick Royaum and sold through the GM-SAIC Network. The Royaum was initially equipped with the 3.6-litre Alloytec engine fitted to the Statesman, however the 155 kW (208 hp) 2.8-litre LP1 engine followed later in the year.[35] Both engines were paired to a 5 speed automatic gearbox. Trims levels were known as 2.8 GL Deluxe, 2.8 GL Comfort and 3.6 GS Deluxe. The 3.6 trim level was changed to 3.6 Luxury Sports for 2005 and was priced at CN¥498,000 (US$74,190).[36] The Royaum was not a sales success, tallying 2,008 sales in 2005 and 3,631 sales in 2006. Production ended in the same year as it was replaced by the new GM Omega platform WM/WN Caprice Statesman-based Buick Park Avenue assembled in Shanghai by GM Shanghai.

An additional export programme to South Korea was announced on 12 April 2005 under the Daewoo Statesman name.[37][38] During 2005, Holden exported almost 2,000 units of the Daewoo to South Korea.[39] With an identical powertrain to the Buick, the South Korean export model was sold through the GM Daewoo network.[40]

Standard features for the WL series HSV Grange included 19-inch alloy wheels, a 430-watt Blaupunkt sound system with twelve speakers and a six-stack CD player, dual-zone climate control air conditioning, Nappa leather seats, eight-way power adjustable front seats, driver’s seat and mirror memory settings, cruise control with speed alert, front fog lamps, a front and rear parking sensors, DVD player with twin seven-inch rear seat LCD screens and remote control, leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, remote central locking, power windows and heated mirrors, automatically dipping mirrors when reversing, a height and reach adjustable steering wheel, an electrochromatic rear vision mirror, tyre pressure sensors, a trip computer and an immobiliser. As standard, the Grange was also fitted with a limited slip rear differential as well as larger diameter front and rear sway bars, performance brakes and an exclusive body kit consisting of more aggressive front bumper, side skirts, rear bumper and deck lid spoiler.

Third generation (2006–2017)

Holden Caprice (WM)

Holden Statesman (WM)
WM
Main article: Holden Caprice (WM)
The third generation WM was launched alongside the VE Commodore on 16 July 2006 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. With the Statesman’s export plans, it was decided that its launch should be simultaneous with that of the Commodore, rather than months later, as had been the convention.[41] The WM development programme reportedly cost General Motors A$190 million with another $1.04 billion devoted to the VE Commodore model which the Statesman is based upon.[42] The WM series utilises the GM Zeta platform developed by Holden. Unlike previous models, the WM no longer shares its architecture with an Opel sedan,[43] and has rear doors different from those found on the Commodore.[44] Previously, it had to share the doors, or at least the lower parts, with the lesser Commodore. This is just one of the ways Holden has tried to create greater differentiation between the Statesman and the Commodore on which it is based.[45]

Holden Caprice (WM II)

Interior (WM Caprice)
Like the second generation model, the WM is exported to the Middle East as the Chevrolet Caprice. In China, the sister model had been produced as the Buick Park Avenue from 2007, mainly using locally sourced parts and sharing some globally sourced parts.[46] The Park Avenue was discontinued in 2012.

In 2008, Holden recommenced Caprice exports to South Korea as the Daewoo Veritas after showcasing a pre-production Daewoo L4X in 2007.[39] Compared to the Australian-specification model, the Veritas is V6-powered only and has a modified rear floorpan to accommodate the electrically adjustable rear seats incorporating a massage function. The head restraints are also electrically adjustable, with the Caprice’s dual headrest-mounted LCD screens orphaned in favour of a single, ceiling-mounted unit.[47] GM Daewoo announced an updated Veritas on 31 March 2009 to take effect from 1 April. The update, which was yet to be seen in other markets, comprised a revised powertrain combination, featuring a new direct injection version of the 3.6-litre Alloytec engine. This new engine results in a power increase from 185 kW (248 hp) to 204 kW (274 hp) together with more torque and a reduced fuel consumption figure. These efficiency improvements have been enough to satisfy the government of South Korea’s “Korea Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle” (KULEV) requirements. In place of the five-speed automatic transmission previously, these revised models ship with a six-speed GM 6L50[48] unit, featuring Active Select.[49]

The update to the Veritas in South Korea was adopted in the Holden versions for the 2010 model year (MY10). This update was announced on 4 August 2009, and released in September.[50] The now direct-injected 3.6-litre V6, labelled Spark Ignition Direct Injection (SIDI) by Holden, is rated at 210 kW (282 hp) and 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) of torque.[51] Gains in efficiency have been achieved via the implementation of direct fuel injection, improvements to the fuel cutout during coasting, the addition of a more efficient alternator and voltage regulator, a 50 rpm lower idle speed (to 550 rpm), and a new “turbine damper” for the automatic transmission that works to suppress vibrations at low rpm, thus enabling earlier upshifts.[52] In 2010 the Veritas was discontinued after GM phased out the Daewoo brand in South Korea in favour of Chevrolet.

In 2010, Holden made the decision to discontinue the Statesman nameplate. To replace this gap in their lineup, Holden reduced the price of the V6 Caprice and removed equipment so it roughly mirrored the equipment levels found in the Statesman.[53] This coincided with the release of the “Series II” versions of the Caprice (non V) which was only available in V6 form and was intended to replace the Statesman in price and equipment, and the introduction of the “Series II” Caprice V which was only available in V8 guise and roughly followed the feature set found in the “Series I” Caprice.

Between 2011 and 2017, a rebadged version of the Holden Caprice was sold in North America as a police cruiser, called the Chevrolet Caprice PPV (Police Patrol Vehicle).[54][55] It uses the interior and dashboard of the lower-end Commodore Omega, and is marketed as an alternative to the Chevrolet Impala (produced in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada) for heavy-duty fleet use.

WN

Holden Caprice (WN)

Holden Caprice (WN II)
In 2013, Holden released the WN series, being the final Australian-made Caprice. It consisted of new alloy wheels and upgraded dashboard and electronics, both inherited from short-wheelbase Calais V (VF). It was also the most advanced, safest Caprice model produced, fitted with an eight-inch touch screen in the centre console, keyless entry and auto-park assist standard. Other features include a heads-up display on the windscreen, forward and rear collision warning systems, blind spot monitors and a lane departure warning system.

There are two engine options, the V6 LPG engine or the 6.0-litre L77 V8 engine rated at 260 kW (349 hp) coupled with the six-speed 6L80E automatic transmission. Both drivetrains are inherited from their Commodore equivalents. Since the WN Series II in 2015, the Caprice received an upgrade to the 6.2-litre LS3 V8 engine producing 304 kW (408 hp), like the donor Commodore model. No BiModal exhaust option with LS3 engine.

The WM and WN series are the third and final generation of the Holden Caprice/Statesman, a range of full-size luxury saloons produced by the Australian manufacturer Holden from August 2006 to October 2017, sold primarily in Australia and New Zealand. They were also exported in various guises to the United States, the Middle East, China and South Korea. The range debuted alongside the smaller VE series Holden Commodore, which the Caprice shares its “Zeta” platform with, on 16 July 2006 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The WM Caprice and Statesman were an A$190 million investment, in combination with the $1.03 billion VE Commodore programme.[3] The car’s main target market was to senior Federal and State politicians, government officials, businesspeople and private buyers in Australia and overseas.[4] In August 2010 the WM Series II was released, and the ‘Statesman’ variant was discontinued, leaving only the Caprice.[5] The range was updated further to the WN in 2013, followed by the WN Series II in 2015. Holden discontinued production of the Caprice, retired the range and exited the large luxury sedan segment as of October 2017.[6]

Models and Updates
WM
Starting in 2006, Holden offered the WM series in two trim levels:

Statesman: Features basic leather seats, woodgrain trim, Blaupunkt base sound system, dual-zone climate control for front passengers, 4-way power adjusting front passenger seat, halogen headlights and 17-inch alloy wheels. Features a slatted front grille and a chrome number plate surround on the rear bumper. Comes standard with the 3.6-litre LY7 V6 engine.
Caprice: Gains bolstered premium leather seats, rear seat entertainment system with twin LCD screens and DVD player, rear seat tri-zone climate control, brushed aluminium trim, Bose premium sound system, 8-way power adjusting front passenger seat, bi-xenon headlights, headlight washers, heated side mirrors, chrome-accented door handles, 18-inch alloy wheels and sports suspension. Has a different front bumper to the Statesman. Comes standard with the 6.0-litre L98 V8 engine.
Both trims featured common leather-wrapped steering wheels, 8-way power adjusting drivers seats, reversing sensors, built-in fog lights and LED taillights, as well as a Holden-developed MP3/CD/radio infotainment system with a 6.5-inch colour screen, 3.5 mm auxiliary audio input and Bluetooth connectivity for phone calls. Options across the range included a GPS navigation add-on for the infotainment system, sunroof, full-size spare wheel and a limited slip differential. The available V6 and V8 engines were optional for both trims. Automatic transmission is standard for all WM models, with no manual option available in any configuration.

The WM received upgraded engines in 2009. The Statesman’s LY7 V6 was replaced with the new direct-injected LLT V6, while the Caprice received the L77 V8 with GM’s Active Fuel Management cylinder deactivation technology. New badges were added to the cars advertising these technologies. The V6 variants also received the same 6L80 6-speed transmission as the V8, replacing the older 5-speed unit.

The front windscreen and the front doors are the only parts of the Caprice that are visually the same as the related VE Holden Commodore. Unlike previous Caprice models, the rear doors were not taken from the Commodore wagon; the WM has its own elongated rear door designs that enable easier entry and egress.

Compared to the previous generation, more sporting trim highlights are used in the cabin and the centre dash incorporates real aluminium. The already considerable rear leg-room has been increased over previous models. Holden’s tri-zone climate control system was carried over from the WL Caprice, allowing regulation of the car’s temperature at three separate places inside the cabin. Themes for the specialist interior design team were comfort, sophistication, harmony, luxury and attention to detail. The extroverted instrument pad features a wide binnacle, unique chrome-ringed instrument cluster and integrated centre stack with a high resolution colour screen, zoned audio and climate controls and satin chrome detailing.[7]

Holden Statesman
Holden Statesman

Holden Statesman
Holden Statesman

Holden Caprice
Holden Caprice

Holden Caprice Interior
Holden Caprice Interior
WM Series II
The WM was updated to a Series II designation in mid-2010. The ‘Statesman’ nameplate and trim was discontinued, including its unique wheels, front and rear styling and woodgrain interior trim. To replace it, the remaining Caprice was split into two trim levels – a decontented base Caprice intended to replace the Statesman in both price and equipment, and a new flagship Caprice ‘V’ series. The Caprice V gained its own alloy wheel design, standard sunroof and rear seat entertainment system over the base Caprice, making it roughly equivalent to the original WM Series 1 Caprice in equipment. Drivetrain options were also standardised; the Caprice came standard with the 3.6L V6 with an optional LPG variant, while the 6.0L V8 became the sole engine choice on the Caprice V.

The WM2 Caprice was largely unchanged in general interior design from the WM1, but gained Holden’s new ‘iQ’ infotainment system, enabling the connection of USB devices, enhanced bluetooth connectivity for music streaming, satellite navigation with traffic alerts and a reversing camera. The exterior remained similarly unchanged, except for new wheel designs and the chrome boot garnish, which was modified to house the reversing camera. The ‘Caprice’ nameplate was moved from the garnish to a separate badge as a result.

Holden Caprice V (WM II)
Holden Caprice V (WM II)

Holden Caprice (WM II)
Holden Caprice (WM II)
WN
The new ‘WN’ generation Caprice V was released in July 2013.

For the first time, the Caprice no longer had a unique dashboard; instead, the WN gained the same all-new interior, dashboard, sports steering wheel and corporate MyLink infotainment system from the VF generation Holden Calais. The LCD screens for the Caprice V’s rear seat entertainment system were redesigned to fold into the seat backs instead of being housed in the front headrests as before and in addition, new auxiliary ports were added for external video devices. Only dual-zone climate control for front passengers is offered on all models; the tri-zone system and rear seat controls from the WM were deleted. The exterior design of the WN Caprice was left almost completely unchanged from the 2006 WM; the only minor visual differences were new, larger 19-inch alloy wheels as standard, a new chromed door handle design and a new rear antenna assembly.

Various new safety and convenience technologies were implemented, including trailer stability control, rear cross traffic alert, backup camera, blind spot monitor, lane departure warning system, forward collision alert, HUD (head-up display), electric park brake, electric-assisted steering, automatic parking and keyless entry and ignition.[8] The previously optional limited slip differential became standard across all WN “V” models.

The flagship Caprice V was offered in two engine choices. The standard option was the carryover 6.0L V8 from WM series 1 and 2, and an optional LPG 3.6L V6 that was only available for one year from 2014 to 2015. The decontented, base trim, non-V Caprice came only with the LPG 3.6L V6, and was primarily aimed at fleets. It came with the older 18-inch alloy wheels from the WM2 Caprice V, featured a non-sport steering wheel, leather seating and a standard sound system, and deleted the optional rear seat entertainment system, heated seats, HUD, memory seats, lane departure warning, forward collision alert and electric passenger seat adjustment. In 2015, Holden discontinued the base Caprice with no replacement, and the LPG V6 was removed from the entire lineup as a result.
WN Series II
The final series II revision of the WN Caprice was released in September 2015. The range was streamlined further with the deletion of the 3.6L LPG V6, leaving only a single trim level with a single V8 drivetrain. The 6.0L L77 V8 engine was replaced with the 6.2L LS3 V8 from the HSV Grange, albeit detuned to 304 kW (408 hp).[9] Cosmetic exterior changes included a new 19-inch alloy wheel design, a rear lip spoiler as standard, and dual exhaust tips replacing the quad exhaust tips of previous V8 models. The interior was mostly unchanged, bar the deletion of the rear seat cupholders and the 3.5 mm auxiliary audio input jack.

Drivetrain
The WM Caprice originally came standard with the 6.0-litre L98 V8 engine, producing 270 kW (360 hp) coupled to the GM 6L80E six-speed automatic transmission as featured on sports Commodore variants. A 195 kW (261 hp), 3.6-litre Alloytec V6 was also standard on the Statesman, and optional for the Caprice.[3] The semi-sports suspension was stiffened compared to the Statesman, sitting halfway between their standard suspension tune and the “FE2” suspension tune of their sports models. The L98 V8 had a claimed 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) time of a little over six seconds.

For the WM MY09.5 update, the L98 was superseded with the newer L77 V8, matched to a six-speed automatic transmission with Active Select. Although less powerful than the L98 at 260 kW (349 hp), the L77 introduced Active Fuel Management (AFM) cylinder deactivation technology, and also offered the ability to run on bio-ethanol or E85 fuels.[10] The WM series 2 update also received Holden’s new 210 kW (282 hp) 3.6-litre SIDI direct injection V6, paired to the same automatic transmission. In 2012 the option for an LPG engine was introduced. It was based on vapor injection technology rather liquid injection offered by competitors. The engine offered 180kW and 320Nm and was paired to the same six speed automatic as the rest of the engine lineup.

For the final WN series 2 update, the long-running L77 V8 was superseded by the 6.2 litre LS3 V8, producing 304 kW (408 hp) of power.

E-Series (WM)
Tuning house Holden Special Vehicles released their version of the top-spec Caprice, the E1-series Grange, for the Australian and New Zealand markets in 2007. Unlike the Caprice’s L98 V8, the Grange was factory-fitted with a 6.0L LS2 V8 from the C6 Chevrolet Corvette, making 307 kW (412 hp) peak power. It also gained magnetic ride control suspension, 19-inch staggered wheels and unique, HSV-designed front bumper, rear spoiler and rear diffuser. The price of a Grange was A$82,990, A$13,000 more than a standard Caprice.[15] The E1 Grange can accelerate from 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 5.0 seconds.[16]

In mid-2008, production of the LS2 engine was discontinued, necessitating a switch to the new 6.2L LS3 V8, rated at 317 kW (425 hp) power. Although the Grange had received a new engine, it continued to be designated the E1 until mid-2009, when the new E2 series was formally released. The E2 Grange featured completely redesigned front and rear bumpers, chrome side mirrors, new alloy wheel designs, rectangular exhaust tips on the rear, DRLs (daylight running lamps) on the front and came standard with a bi-modal exhaust.

This was followed in mid-2010 by the new E3 Grange, in line with Holden’s release of the WM Series II Caprice, which included the all-new Holden iQ infotainment system from the WM2 Caprice. Along with other E series HSVs, the E3 Grange received HSV’s EDI (Enhanced Driver Interface), and add-on to the iQ system that provides real-time dynamics, race, performance and engine statistics. The E3 also gained a performance upgrade to the LS3 V8, making 325 kW (436 hp) at 6000 rpm and 550 N⋅m (406 lb⋅ft) of torque at 4600 rpm. This engine tune was shared with the E3 GTS, HSV’s performance flagship.

Gen-F (WN)

Gen-F HSV Grange
In 2013, the Gen-F series Grange was launched, in line with Holden’s new WN series Caprice. Like the Caprice, the Gen-F Grange continued with the same drivetrain and same unchanged exterior as the preceding E2 and E3 series, but gained new 20-inch staggered alloy wheels. Inside, it received the brand new interior, dashboard, rear seat entertainment and MyLink infotainment upgrade from the WN Caprice, and featured unique HSV-branded suede dashboard trim, extra battery and oil pressure gauges, paddle shifters and the latest version of HSV’s EDI system. It also came standard with a further 340 kW (456 hp) upgrade to its LS3 V8 engine,[17] shared with the Gen-F HSV Senator.

In September 2015, the Gen-F2 series of HSVs was launched, in line with Holden’s VF Series II Commodore range. However, the Gen-F2 Grange was largely unchanged, differentiated only by a further new alloy wheel design, and the extra interior gauges deleted. It was the only car in HSV’s lineup to not get the new supercharged 6.2L LSA V8 engine, and now shared its ageing LS3 V8 with the much cheaper WN2 Caprice.

In October 2016, HSV announced the discontinuation of the Grange, and a commemorative final run of 50 limited edition Granges, named the ‘SV’ edition. The Grange SV boasted four-piston AP Racing brakes with black calipers, blacked out accents, trim and grille, and 20-inch Rapier gloss black forged alloy wheels.[18]