If you love tough Aussie street machines, then Rick’s blown Holden EH ute is guaranteed to impress. This stunning custom build is packed with old-school Holden character, modern fabrication, and a seriously tough supercharged red motor setup.
Built over nearly 8 years, this EH ute has become a standout at car shows across Western Australia and regularly draws huge crowds wherever it goes.
Built Properly From The Ground Up
What originally looked like a simple project quickly turned into a full bare metal rebuild. Once the old paint was stripped back, hidden problems started appearing — meaning the ute needed far more work than expected.
Rather than taking shortcuts, Rick decided to rebuild the entire car properly.
The finished result is an incredibly clean EH ute featuring:
- Show-quality paintwork
- Mini tubs
- Custom tray setup
- Hidden wiring
- Detailed fabrication
- Clean engine bay
- Tough street machine stance
Every part of the build has been finished to an exceptionally high standard.
378HP Blown Holden Red Motor
Under the bonnet sits a fully built supercharged Holden 186 red motor producing an impressive 378 horsepower.
Instead of going down the typical V8 or LS conversion path, Rick stayed true to classic Holden performance with a blown inline-six combination — and it sounds absolutely insane.
The polished blower setup, hidden wiring, and ultra-clean engine bay make this one of the standout features of the entire build.
It’s a perfect mix of classic Aussie muscle and modern street machine styling.
Tough Street Machine Setup
This EH ute isn’t just about looks. The build also features several performance upgrades to improve handling, braking, and drivability.
Some of the highlights include:
- Viking coilovers
- Wilwood brake conversion
- Mini tubbed rear end
- Centerline Auto Drag wheels
- Custom suspension setup
The combination gives the ute a tough, aggressive stance while still keeping that classic old-school Holden feel.
Clean Interior With Classic Holden Styling
Inside the ute, the custom interior continues the clean and detailed theme of the build.
Rick has retained classic EH Premier styling while adding subtle modern touches to keep everything looking fresh, comfortable, and show-ready.
The interior perfectly suits the overall look and feel of the car without losing its original Holden character.
Custom Holden Tribute Artwork
One of the most unique parts of the build is the custom airbrushed Holden tribute artwork on the tailgate.
The artwork celebrates Holden’s rich Australian motoring history and adds a personal touch that makes the ute even more memorable.
It’s details like this that help separate Rick’s EH from the average street machine build.
A Crowd Favourite At MAX Pinjarra
Rick’s blown EH ute has become a crowd favourite at events like MAX Pinjarra, where enthusiasts regularly stop to admire the quality and detail of the build.
Whether it’s parked up at a show or cruising down the road, this Holden always grabs attention.
The combination of classic styling, tough supercharged performance, and incredible craftsmanship makes it one of the standout Holden builds in the WA car scene.
Full Walkthrough And Cruise Footage
In this latest episode of Aussie Garage, Rick takes us through the full story behind the build, including:
- The 8-year build journey
- The supercharged red motor setup
- Paint and bodywork
- Fabrication details
- Interior upgrades
- Suspension and brake setup
- Cruise footage and driving scenes
You’ll also hear the blown Holden six-cylinder come to life — and it sounds absolutely wild.
If you’re into classic Holdens, Aussie street machines, and custom car builds, this is definitely an episode you don’t want to miss.
Watch The Full Episode On Aussie Garage
Make sure you check out the full episode on Aussie Garage to see this incredible blown Holden EH ute in full detail.
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