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Vale Phil Kerr: 1934–2015
Over the weekend of August 22–23, we received news that Phil Kerr had passed away on the morning of Saturday, August 22. Phil, who told
Quick Quiz: looking to buy a new car? Let our quiz make the decision for you
Purchasing a car is difficult at the best of times. Ignoring the element of standing in the middle of a car dealership as the vultures
A momentary lapse of reason: 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS
“Porsche has used the GTS (Gran Turismo Sport) name since the legendary 904 Carrera GTS of 1963 — can the new Cayman GTS live
Bearing fruit with a banana-yellow 1972 Dodge Challenger
“Made famous through the cult movie Vanishing Point, the 1970–1974 Dodge Challenger has become a firm favourite for many muscle-car collectors and enthusiasts around
Quick Quiz: can your eagle-eyes tell a car from its headlights?
It has been said that a person’s eyes are the windows to their soul. Well the same applies to headlights, many of which can indicate
New Zealand exploration, Italian-style, with the Giro dei Vulcani rally
Organizing a first-class rally is a sure-fire way to put pressure on yourself, especially since participants are likely to come back expecting at least the
Be sure to grab an edition of New Zealand Classic Car Issue No. 296
The August issue of New Zealand Classic Car (Issue No. 296) is now on sale! View fullsize We take a close look at a the
Weekly Motor Fix: Pebble Beach’s record-breaking 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
Ferrari’s 250 LM — powered by a mid-mounted, 3.3-litre V12 — was originally developed for GT racing, but was forced to compete as a
MG make their mark on the road and the track
It’s not every day that a customer’s new car is handed over by a racing driver, but for lifeguard Ryan Sykes that’s how he received
Pebble Beach and BMW remember the legendary 3.0CSL
For the 2015 edition of Pebble Beach’s Concours d’Elegance, BMW has come up with something very special with the world premiere of the BMW 3.0
Building a Chevrolet Speedster, 1920s style
“From sheep fence to replica 1920s speedster, this Chevrolet is a moving tribute to the man who was probably America’s most unfortunate motor-industry pioneer”
Keith Sinclair’s stunning Hot Wheels Hemi AAR Cuda replica
“The plan for Keith Sinclair’s Cuda was cool first, fast second. We think you’ll agree, he nailed it” View fullsize The inspiration behind this
New Zealand’s own remarkable Ferrari 330 P4 replica
“Recently accepted into the Ferrari Owners’ Club of NZ, this amazing car is the result of around 6000 hours of specialized work” Brenden Van
We examine Mazda’s bloodlines to find the history of the 808
The Mazda Grand Familia, as it was known in Japan, was sold as the Mazda 808 in some export markets including Asia, Australia, and New
How well do you know the Lamborghini Miura?
It’s been 50 years since Lamborghini displayed the bare chassis of what would, a year later, become the original mid-engined supercar — the legendary Miura.
Top Gear star’s cars up for grabs at Bonhams auction
The weird and wonderful catalogue of amazing vehicles up for sale at the Bonhams auction house in London has gained 13 more cars for their
Is ‘Godzilla’ going to be terrorizing New Zealand in 2017?
After a 23-year hiatus from top-tier Australian competition, a factory-supported Nissan GT-R might find itself returning to racetracks we know and love via the Australian
Motorsport flashback: Australia versus New Zealand in 1975 F5000 Sandown showdown
“Since the Tasman Championship started, Kiwi drivers have dominated the series, and an Australian had never won overall honours. That changed in 1975” To
Quick Quiz: think you know everything about Thunderbirds?
It’s time to see what you really know about Ford’s iconic classic, the Thunderbird. Test your knowledge in our quiz below and challenge your mates
Get in dad’s good books; win him a $10,000 holiday for Father’s Day
Although he tries not to show it, your dad’s tired of receiving socks and shaving cream for Father’s Day every year. So why not treat
Delve into the history of the Ferrari P4
“The weekend of August 15–16 will see The Motorhood feature Brenden Van Schooten’s amazing Ferrari P4 replica. To wet your appetite, here’s a brief
Targaception: Targa announce two-day rally-within-a-rally for 2015 grand final
Organizers have revealed that the final event of the 2015 Targa New Zealand season will now include an additional two-day 14-stage meeting to be completed
All-original ’70s survivor: 1974 Mazda 808 coupé
“Keeping it in the family, Greg writes about the all-original Japanese coupe owned by his son and daughter-in-law, Jonny and Jo Price” View fullsize
A deal in the desert: Greg Jordan’s 1963 Ford Thunderbird
“Having heard tales of Kiwis travelling to the US during the early ’90s and buying up American tin at ludicrously low prices, Greg Jordan
Who wants a Bugatti of their very own?
September is going to be a very busy month if you’re a car collector based in Europe. Just two days after the inaugural Chantilly Sale
Million-dollar babies: 10 automotive rarities go under the hammer at Bonhams auction
A 1954 Bugatti 101C coupé, a 1972 Maserati Boomerang, and a 1951 Lancia Aurelia B52 coupé are among 10 incredibly rare vehicles headlining the inaugural
Factory race cars to headline massive 2016 Porsche Festival
Hampton Downs Motorsport Park’s annual New Zealand Festival of Motor Racing is set to be bigger and better in 2016, with this event celebrating our
Does the new Mini live up to the original? We ask the ‘Motor Man’
“Donn’s been out on the road in both the UK and New Zealand with a pair of Mini Cooper S hatches, and compares them to
Video: check out why Japan remains the tastemaker at Offset Kings 2015
Sit back, take note, and drool over some of Japan’s finest builds that featured at Offset Kings 2015.
Where it all began: Formula 1’s Howden Ganley, and his Lotus Eleven
“Howden Ganley’s first foray into motor sport was at the wheel of his mother’s Morris Minor — but, ready for a proper racing car,
In the summertime: Ian Ginns’ Holden HK Premier Wagon
“When it came to packing up the kids for the big Kiwi summer holiday in the ’60s, the best way of getting to the
Honda NSX: the ‘Motor Man’ takes a look at Honda’s supercar
“New Zealand Classic Car’s Motor Man Donn Anderson recalls two drive experiences with the Honda NSX, and wonders if it has yet to achieve
Beyond the Fence Line: dirt, noise, and an introduction to rally
Growing up, my interest in rallying could be described as ‘keen’, with the dramatic scene of Luis Moya smashing the rear window of his and
We get a taste of another world while driving the Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II
“Living the life of the rich and famous with the latest Rolls-Royce and a Jetstream J32” I only very recently got to drive a
Weekly Motor Fix: Bob Turnbull’s beautiful million-dollar Bugatti
Any car that flashes the famous bright-red Bugatti badge can usually command a certain level of respect, admiration, and price tag. The late Bob
The shining: chrome plating explained in 14 steps
“We all know that rechroming can take a big bite out of the budget of any restoration project — but do you really know
Kiwi racer approves Australian GT’s 2016 New Zealand tour
The Australian GT championship is set to include a two-round tour of New Zealand in 2016’s series calendar, attending both the upgraded Hampton Downs Raceway
Morgan Plus 4 celebrates 65th birthday with bonkers 225hp special edition
View fullsize Morgan’s Plus 4 may be turning an incredible 65 years old this year, but it’s still got plenty of life left in