You better grab the July issue of New Zealand Classic Car (Issue No. 295) while it’s still available in stores.
![](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/52d46dd9e4b0f63bcb07fa01/1437019760246-UY72I71X6W02LEYHCI1M/image-asset.jpeg)
In this issue we celebrate the historic Kiwi one–two finish at this year’s famous 24 Hours of Le Mans. We also take a look back in time to 50 years ago, when a jet-powered Rover made its second and final race appearance at Le Mans.
![](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/52d46dd9e4b0f63bcb07fa01/1437019770838-CFYJEHAN4BOWYUEFZNWZ/image-asset.jpeg)
Ford’s Deluxe series of flathead V8-powered pre-war coupes and convertibles have always been a favourite amongst classic car enthusiasts and hot rodders alike, such as our featured 1939 Ford Coupé convertible.
![](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/52d46dd9e4b0f63bcb07fa01/1437019784802-OQRWHL5Q35KCC18KJ3EA/image-asset.jpeg)
We go searching, but without much success, for Suzanne Somers or Halle Berry while road- testing Ford’s final Thunderbird.
![](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/52d46dd9e4b0f63bcb07fa01/1437019795271-26O0W5UCJYE5S77GABVA/image-asset.jpeg)
We get up close and personal with the Ferrari 458 Speciale, the fastest version of the prancing horse’s jaw-dropping 458 Italia. Read our verdict.
![](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/52d46dd9e4b0f63bcb07fa01/1437019848063-OD13XHXG2G47SOGR6SJU/image-asset.jpeg)
If it’s bling you’re after, then read all about our in-depth look at the shiny art of chrome plating.