Classic Car News and Drives

CLASSIC DRIVE: 1971 BMW 2002

CLASSIC DRIVE: 1971 BMW 2002
The BMW 2002 is a much-loved classic, and for several good reasons. We head to Moto Village outside Cape Town to drive a beautiful example. Word...

CLASSIC DRIVE: A very early (1965) Porsche 911

CLASSIC DRIVE: A very early (1965) Porsche 911
We track down a fully restored 1965 Porsche 911 2.0 SWB in Pretoria. In the more than 60 years since the first model, the 911 has become a true sp...

Modern Classic: Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series

Modern Classic: Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series
Many enthusiasts will agree that (to date) the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series is the most exciting C-Class. We head to Cape Town to sample a ...

The last Maserati Quattroporte V8 - Your chance to buy in SA

The last Maserati Quattroporte V8 - Your chance to buy in SA
It is undeniably a sad moment, but nevertheless an exciting opportunity for one lucky buyer - Maserati South Africa has announced the availability...

The Sub-R1m Future Collectibles?

The Sub-R1m Future Collectibles?
In a new-car market dominated by crossovers and a shift to EVs, hybrids and Chinese brands, finding truly exciting cars is increasingly difficult...

George Old Car Show Preview: Massive Rolls-Royce & Bentley presence

George Old Car Show Preview: Massive Rolls-Royce & Bentley presence
One of the largest gatherings of classic Rolls-Royce and Bentley cars ever assembled in South Africa will headline the 28th George Old Car Show on...

25th Anniversary - Honda's magical SPs

25th Anniversary - Honda's magical SPs
2025 rings the bell for the 25th anniversary of the Honda’s RC51 VTR1000 SP1 homologation special which was shortly thereafter followed by the SP2...

CLASSIC COMPARISON: Porsche 911 Targas

CLASSIC COMPARISON: Porsche 911 Targas
The very first Porsche 911 Targa was born nearly six decades ago and today the variant continues to occupy a small niche within the iconic namepl...

Closing Date for Simola Hillclimb Entries is Near

Closing Date for Simola Hillclimb Entries is Near
The 15th edition of the annual Simola Hillclimb is set to roar into action from 1 to 4 May 2025, but time is running out for aspiring competitors ...

THIS WEEKEND: Classic Car & Bike Show at Timour Hall

THIS WEEKEND: Classic Car & Bike Show at Timour Hall
It might be called the Classic Car & Bike Show, but most of us refer to it as the Timour Hall show. It has been running for over twenty years....

AMGs to a Geländewagen – A varied Mercedes-Benz Collection

AMGs to a Geländewagen – A varied Mercedes-Benz Collection
Etienne Prowse has a rather interesting collection of Mercedes-Benz cars, with models spanning several decades, as well body styles. Words and i...

MODERN CLASSIC: Aston Martin Vantage V12

MODERN CLASSIC: Aston Martin Vantage V12
We head to MotoVillage in Tokai to sample what is arguably one of the most exiting modern-classic Aston Martins, the Vantage V12 – equipped with ...