Holden (FJ). 1953–6 (prod. 169,969 all versions). 4-door sedan, 2-door panel van, 2-door utility. F/R, 132½ in³ (I6 OHV). Follow-up to successful 48-215, and considered the quintessential Australian car of the mid-1950s. Few changes under the skin, which had more brightwork. Plusher interior and more options available. Marketed very successfully as ‘Australia’s own car’. First Holden model officially exported to New Zealand.

Manufacturing location: Australia

Marque: Holden | Predecessor: Holden 48-215 | Successor: Holden (FE)