Australian Cars Issue 47

COLLECT ALL THE LEGENDARY AUSTRALIAN CLASSIC CARS

Immerse yourself in the thrilling history of Australian automotive engineering with the Holden EJ Special Sedan, a beloved and historically significant chapter in the Holden story from 1963 — and the dignified farewell of one of Australia's most trusted engines.

The Holden EJ was produced from July 1962 to August 1963, and during its production run 154,811 vehicles were built — a remarkable achievement for a model with such a short lifespan. The EJ brought a fresh new face to a familiar formula, with revised styling that gave the bodywork a sharper, more contemporary character while retaining the solid, well-proportioned stance Australians had come to trust. The Special sat confidently in the middle of the EJ range, offering a higher level of trim and equipment than the Standard while remaining a practical and attainable choice for the Australian family. All EJ models were powered by the 138-cubic-inch inline six-cylinder Grey Motor, producing 75 bhp — and the EJ was the very last Holden to be equipped with that legendary engine, with the final Grey Motor made on Friday the 2nd of August 1963. That quiet milestone gave the EJ Special a poignant place in history: the last of a lineage that had powered every Holden since the original 48-215 rolled off the line in 1948. Making the EJ's legacy even more remarkable, the one-millionth Holden ever produced — an EJ Premier — rolled off the assembly line on 26 October 1962, just months into the model's production run, cementing its place at the very heart of Australian manufacturing history.

This precise 1:43 scale replica captures the very essence of the Holden EJ Special Sedan — a car whose quiet refinement and historical significance make it one of the most cherished models in the entire Holden story.

The Holden EJ Special Sedan is meticulously reproduced in high-quality die-cast metal, with details faithful to the original that capture its elegant body styling, distinctive chrome trim, and classic period colour combinations. Rubber tires and swiveling wheels add a touch of realism to this treasured model.

Each piece comes accompanied by a captivating magazine filled with articles from that era, offering a fascinating glimpse into the history of Australian automotive, sourced from the archives of the renowned publication Wheels.

Features:

• Faithfully reproduced model at 1:43 scale
• High-quality die-cast metal for exceptional durability
• Precise detailing for maximum authenticity — including the signature EJ Special chrome trim and period-correct two-tone livery
• Rubber tires and swiveling wheels for heightened realism

Relive a golden and deeply sentimental era of Australian motoring with this timeless model. Add the Holden EJ Special Sedan to your Australian Cars collection today!