Commodore Cup
| Company type | One-make racing series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Motorsport |
| Founded | 1994 |
| Founder | Maurie Platt, David Gittus |
| Defunct | November 2012 |
Area served | Australia |
Key people | Geoff Emery (most championships) |
| Products | Holden Commodore racing competition |
The Commodore Cup was an Australian one-make motor racing competition, established by Victorian drivers Maurie Platt and David Gittus. This series exclusively showcased the Holden Commodore, focusing on affordable yet competitive motorsport.
Although it mainly served as an amateur national championship, the series helped develop professional drivers, including V8 Supercar winner Lee Holdsworth. It played a significant role within the Shannons Nationals Motor Racing Championships. Notably, Geoff Emery is recognized as the most accomplished competitor, having secured five championship titles.
Participation was limited to designated Commodore models, initially allowing only the first three: VB, VC, and VH, all equipped with the 4.2-litre Holden V8 engine. To keep expenses manageable, the rules restricted performance enhancements. The series commenced in 1994 and consistently attracted grids ranging from 15 to 25 vehicles.
In 2004, eligibility criteria were broadened to incorporate the faster VR and VS models, which gradually replaced the earlier versions.
Due to a decline in participant numbers, the series was discontinued in November 2012. Nevertheless, these vehicles remain qualified to compete in the Improved Production class. Additionally, a state-level competition continues in the Northern Territory at Hidden Valley Raceway.
Series champions
| Year | Champion |
|---|---|
| 1994 | David Gittus |
| 1995 | Gary Baxter |
| 1996 | Gary Baxter |
| 1997 | Dean Croswell |
| 1998 | Maurie Platt |
| 1999 | Tim Shaw |
| 2000 | Christian D'Agostin |
| 2001 | Christian D'Agostin |
| 2002 | Geoff Emery |
| 2003 | Geoff Emery |
| 2004 | Geoff Emery |
| 2005 | Geoff Emery |
| 2006 | Marcus Zukanovic |
| 2007 | Geoff Emery |
| 2008 | Michael Tancredi |
| 2009 | Brett Holdsworth |
| 2010 | Adam Beechey |
| 2011 | Adam Beechey |
| 2012 | Adam Beechey |