Holden Gemini History
History
The Holden Gemini (TX series) was introduced in February 1975 as Holden's compact, based on the Isuzu Gemini and GM's T-car platform — cousins of the Opel Kadett C and Vauxhall Chevette. It quickly became a sales leader in its class, offering economical four-cylinder motoring in an era of fuel price anxiety.
The TE series (from 1979) was the best-selling Gemini, moving more than 70,000 units. The final RB series was discontinued in 1987 (production having wound down in 1986), replaced by the front-wheel-drive Astra-based Barina as Holden's small-car offering.
Generations
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TX series · TX
The original Isuzu-based compact; introduced front-disc brakes and a range of body styles.
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1976 Photo: “1976 Holden TX Gemini Sedan (14288655924).jpg” by Sicnag / Wikimedia Commons , licensed under CC BY 2.0 . Cropped to 16:9.
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1978 Photo: “1978 Holden TD Gemini SL Sedan (28845992753).jpg” by Sicnag / Wikimedia Commons , licensed under CC BY 2.0 . Cropped to 16:9.
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TE / TF / TG series · TE / TF / TG
The most popular Gemini era — the TE (1979–1982) alone sold over 70,000, followed by the TF (1982–1983) and TG (1983–1984).
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1984 Photo: “1984 Holden TG Gemini SL Sedan (25260791463).jpg” by Sicnag / Wikimedia Commons , licensed under CC BY 2.0 . Cropped to 16:9.
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RB series · RB
The final Gemini series — launched May 1985 as a front-wheel-drive redesign; discontinued February 1987 after just 16,263 built.
Body styles
- Sedan
- Hatchback
- Wagon
- Panel van
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