With diminishing sales of the HD, Holden needed a more popular car. Teh response was to design the HR. The HR's body changes provided a sleeker, more modern profile.
Performance improvements and safety upgrades improved sales for Holden, selling 252,352 models.
The Premier was the top of the line. It included wood grain vinyl detailing on the door trims, console, dash and horn button. Premier trim included stainless steel around the wheel arches, along the boot, between the tail lights and stone guards.