Growing up next to a stockcar track and in a workshop full of V8s it was just a matter of time before Damien would end up building something V8 powered. After spending a few years on the four bangers it was time for a V8 and he wanted either an El Camino or a Ranchero.
The Killarney Motor Show, scheduled for Sunday 5 November 2023 at the renowned Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town, promises an adrenaline-packed experience like never before. Leading automotive lubricant brand, Motul, is set to take the event by storm with thrilling partnerships that demonstrate their exceptional product range.
Its not often that you stand at a show and something rolls in that completely blows your mind. Riaan van Rensburg pulled in with his 1940/41 Ford coupe that completely took my breath away. I had to extend my stay and go see Riaan in Oudtshoorn and find out more.
In the past, Herman’s insane 8 second Nissan Champ bakkie with a 2JZ motor was featured in Speed and Sound Magazine. As impressive as the Champ is, we were interested in another project that Herman has just completed – his 1948 Ford F100 Pick-up.
Bernidene Fischer come from a family of real ‘car people’. She has always loved the various cars, bikes and automotive projects that she has been exposed to growing up in a petrol head family. Her personal involvement in this project only started halfway through its story. Originally, the project was commissioned by her brother, Wayne, and undertaken by her father Ivan Slabbert from 031 Custom Rides.
Richard has always had a fondness with regards to building cars. His first build was a ’56 F100 which he completed at the tender age of 18. This ’58 Corvette is also one of his dream cars. He found this project in Oregon, USA after 2 years of searching on EBay.