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Weekly Motor Fix: 1970 Mercedes SL 280 Pagoda
This 1970 SL280 top-spec hardtop/soft-top (two-top) automatic (left-hand drive) convertible in the exceptionally rare and exquisitely beautiful Horizon Blue (with navy interior) is one of
Your winter reading sorted with New Zealand Classic Car Issue No. 306
In our June issue, we take a look at a true blue Aussie classic that’s stood the test of time and is recognized as the
Screaming chicken: the Pontiac Trans Am story
When looking back over the last few decades, it’s fair to say that Pontiac’s Trans Am has been an extremely successful and popular model
Pick-a-Porsche: the Porsche models reaching classic status
“Some cars from the ’80s and ’90s are now approaching classic status and we take a look at some of them” Most Porsche purists
Magic happens once again between Porsche and Audi
Now, if you’re into German automobiles like I am, you’ll know that it’s nothing new for two automakers to collaborate to create greatness. If you
A genuine keeper: Brian Wong’s superbly original GT-R XU-1 Bathurst
“This outstanding time capsule classic has been owned by the same enthusiast for almost four decades” Looking for an original ’60s or early ’70s
Eighteen-year-old, but close-to-new, McLaren for sale
If you’re like any normal car enthusiast in your 20s or 30s, growing up, you probably idolized the McLaren F1 on video games, such as
Full classic diversity in New Zealand Classic Car Issue No. 305
In our May issue, we feature one of the finest American muscle cars we’ve ever seen, plus an iconic Japanese classic. Also in this issue,
Black magic: join us in ogling the 2014 McLaren P1
“Alas, we only got to drive it around our photo studio but we just couldn’t pass up the chance to train our cameras on
Worthy survivor: Brian Mudge’s impeccable 1970 Wolsely
“When retired banker Brian Mudge decided to upgrade his trusty Morris Traveller to something a little more comfortable and with some extra power, a
Next generation: putting the 2016 Porsche 911 (Generation 2) to the test
“It’s got a smaller engine and a pair of turbos — Lachie Jones tests whether messing with a winning formula has paid off for
Weekly Motor Fix: land of the rising classics
There are many who believe that Japanese cars are tools. They’re a functional piece of equipment with a job to do. They’re commodities to be
Classic combo: classic US cruiser with a side of caravan
“Nothing says ‘Kiwi holiday’ like a caravan — and what better way to pull one than with a classic US cruiser?” It’s summer —
The path to Porsche perfection
“Ashley Webb takes a close look at a Masters’ Class-winning Porsche” The Ellerslie Intermarque Concours d’Elégance has now been part of the Kiwi classic
Classic exit: a hearse to take you out in style
“When it’s time for your final exit — why not go in classic style?” When Feilding funeral director William Cotton & Sons Ltd decided
Classic collection: exploring the Oamaru Auto Collection
“We called in to visit Oamaru Auto Collection, home to a very unique collection of fine classic cars, including some extraordinary classic race and
Kombined Experience: 1965 and 1967 VW Kombi
“Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. We have it all right here in the one package. Come and take a ride in a
Would any of these machines be in your ultimate two-car garage?
A few of the members of The Motorhood team (NZ Performance Car, New Zealand Classic Car, and NZV8) have come up with their ultimate
Club Corner: Daimler & Lanchester (Jaguar) Owners in New Zealand Spare Parts Club
The Daimler & Lanchester (Jaguar) Owners in New Zealand Spare Parts Club was founded back in 1971 by Gordon Somerville and the late Laurie
Cafe Nouvelle-Zelande: get your dose of tinned coffee
“Ashley and Adam slip out for a double-shot espresso and catch up with a baristawho serves up the caffeine classic style” Those of you
The winning issue of New Zealand Classic Car
New Zealand Classic Car Issue No. 304 gives you an in-depth look at the individual, survivor, and team winners at the 2016 New Zealand
Repco Beach Hop 16 day two: Waihi
The second day of Repco Beach Hop 16 (March 30), was what most would have associated with previous years’ day one — the Go Waihi
Legends of Speed: muscle and classic fans rejoice!
When you’ve got this many ‘legends of speed’ on your doorstep, an hour south of Auckland city, at Hampton Downs Motorsport Park, you’d be a
Weekly Motor Fix: air-cooled madness
I’m not the first, and certainly won’t be the last, to make a song and dance about the price of air-cooled Turbo Porsches, but something
Cool Britania: Jaguar’s all-new Sport XE
“Jaguar takes on the Germans at their own game with the all-new XE: Allan checks out the Sport version to see if it really
Karmann Kounsellor: Chris Marnewick tells us the tale of his lovely Karmann Ghia
“An author and retired barrister, the owner of this lovely Karmann Ghia is well qualified to write about the qualities of his stylish German coupé
Quick Quiz: which wheel would you choose?
Wheels, like most choices we make regarding our cars, are a very personal choice. Some of us choose to stay with the original style,
Blue panther: try take your eyes of this 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
“Fancy Italian styling, reliable Ford V8 power and practicality, all allied to supercar performance — what’s not to like?” The New Zealand Classic Car
Hayden Paddon announces New Zealand–based Hyundai
Kiwi rally stars Hayden Paddon and John Kennard announced on March 24 that they will contest two rounds of the New Zealand Rally Championship (NZRC)
Club Corner: Canterbury Mustang Owners Club
Formed by a 30-strong group of Mustang owners in 1981, the Canterbury Mustang Owners Club today has more than 200 members, all sharing the
Valentine’s Day Landy: scarfies’ Land Rover restored to former glory
“You may be wondering why an old Series 1 Land Rover would be presented to four Kiwi mates as a Valentine’s Day gift. It’s
A nice pair: aussie muscle duo
“What’s better than owning one classic Aussie Ford? Why, two of course!” On any given day, it’s fairly rare to see an immaculately presented,
Weekly Motor Fix: the daily driven 1992 Peugeot 405 Mi16
If I said “’80s hot hatch”, I’d suggest invariably that the Peugeot 205 GTI would pop into your head. If I then said “fast ’80s
Variety Trillian Bash: drama before the start
As vehicles slowly arrived for scrutineering at the start of the Variety Trillian Bash on March 11, it was uncertain whether the full line-up would
Southern comfort: Stateside Streeters’ USA Day in Dunedin
When work sends a joker nearly 1000 miles away from home for eight days, it’s a mix of the good and the not-so-flash. The good
Out with the old in with the older at Super Southern Swap Meet
A vast array of new and used automotive parts were up for grabs at the Super Southern Swap Meet, held at Kustoms Clubrooms in Christchurch
Matamata Panelworks’ open corral
On Sunday, March 13, Matamata Panelworks opened the doors for all to see for the 10th year running, to showcase their state-of-the-art facilities and workmanship.
Sheer beauty and exceptional performance in the latest New Zealand Classic Car
There is absolutely no doubt that for sheer beauty combined with exceptional performance, nothing compares with the elegant Mercedes-Benz 500K and 540K supercars of the