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16 June 2020
Classics

Motor Classica 2018 – Million dollar motors

Melbourne’s annual Motorclassica event began in 2010, and is already a must-do on the automotive enthusiast’s bucket list. We check out some of the highlights for 2018 Melbourne has another string to its destination bow with the annual Motorclassica extravaganza. Hosted at the historic Royal Melbourne Exhibition Centre, this unique gathering of cars, both contemporary and classic, is the largest
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19 May 2020
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MINI

1996 Mini Cooper S

The original Mini lasted 41 years in production, a statement to its enduring design and innovation. We take a look at one of the last ones. The Mini...
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19 May 2020
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Ford

Classic Ford Escort – Under the influence

This clean Ford Escort duo reside together under the same roof. For owner, builder and driver, ElliottFframe, they’re the culmination of dreams, inspiration and good old fashioned elbow...
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18 May 2020
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Classics

Classics wow in Nelson

New Zealand has a few notable classic car collections, and one of those is situated in Nelson. The World of WearableArts and Nelson classic car collection is situated...
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17 May 2020
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Classics

Formula 5000: Some admire art – We race it.

Formula 5000 racing has long enriched the fabric of top-level kiwi competition and it’s now the pinnacle of historic racing here. We take a look at the recent...
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16 May 2020
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Nissan

1969 Nissan Bluebird SSS coupe

Japanese cars of the 1960s and 1970s have lurked in the shadows of their favoured European counterparts when it comes to classic status. Thanks to guys like dan...
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15 May 2020
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Porsche

1970 Porsche 911t

One of the most enduring silhouettes in automotive history, the Porsche 911, is at the top of many wishlists. For Dave Burggraaf, a love of the air-cooled models...
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14 May 2020
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Croz the larrikin Bike racer

Peter Macky talks with Graeme Crosby, the larrikin biker, on life after racing. How does Graeme Crosby aka ‘Croz’, World Champion motorcyclist and legendary ‘Larrikin Biker’ of the...
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14 May 2020
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Ford

1970 Ford Falcon GT HO

GT Falcons form the basis of Aussie muscle car folklore. We check out a rare XW GT HO that recently came up for sale here in New Zealand....
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13 May 2020
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Volvo

The flying brick: Volvo 240t Group A touring car

Volvo’s most unlikely “all conquering” group a 240t put Volvo cars well and truly on the map in the mid-80s. Having somewhat controversially completed the FIA’s required minimum...
22 September 2024
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Honda

2017 Honda S660 Mugen RA

The S660 channels Honda’s commitment to its sporting heritage. It’s from a long line of dynamic heroes, and is one that proves you don’t need a big donk to thrill. Honda’s first car was a sports machine, the concept Sports 360 debuting in 1962. This small convertible ran a 356cc, DOHC inline four developed using knowhow from Honda’s motorcycle racing
Honda S660 Mugen in red, parked in front of an urban wall
24 August 2024
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Chevrolet
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Classics

1959 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe

The 1959 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe is a prime example of American chromed excess. It’s big and shiny and draws a lot of attention. Things were simple back in the day. And better for it some might say. In the booming post-war economy of the USA, the big three car manufacturers had things largely to themselves. They didn’t have to
Chevrolet Impala front quarter view, parked at an Auckland park
28 July 2024
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Car Reviews
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Classics

1990 Mitsuoka Le-Seyde

Some cars attract attention, and then there is the Mitsuoka Le-Seyde. It’s out there man. Japanese automakers have been responsible for a fair few four-wheeled wheeled oddities over the decades. There’s the Suzuki X90, Toyota Sera and Daihatsu Midget from recent memory. They also outdo themselves with weird nameplates; the Daihatsu Naked, Suzuki Mighty Boy, Nissan Cedric and the Mazda
Mitsuoka-Le-Seyde in white, parked, shot from behind a flax bush
7 July 2024
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Ford

2007 Ford Mustang GT

The fifth-generation Ford Mustang mixed the great style of the nameplate’s legacy with modern mechanicals to make a retro special. Here we explore the options for buyers and what to look for. With a new seventh-generation Ford Mustang arriving soon, you might daydream about putting a horse in the stable. But with the Mustang GT starting at $92,990, it’s no
Ford Mustang GT 2007 in yellow, parked on a wet road
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