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Check out Jay’s hectic 1987 Holden VL Turbo
“You might think that NZ Performance Car is crazy for covering a VL Commodore, but wait until you see what’s under the hood. Jay’s VL
We ogle Tim Johnson’s award-winning 1974 Mazda RX-2
“21-year-old Tim Johnson set out to prove a point — one we think has been nailed home with his trophy-snatching RX-2” View fullsize Every
Long Haul: 606kW Mazda Familia
View fullsize Imagine how insane your first modified car would be if you had kept it, and continued to evolve it throughout your
Awaiting modern life: 1972 Datsun 240Z (HS30)
Want that classic Zed style with late-model Zed performance and reliability? Mikey McLellan might just have the answer The original Nissan ‘Z’ car was a
Speed Thrills: Andy Duffin’s FD RX-7
View fullsize The thrill of speed is something that few other activities on earth can come close to matching. It gets under your skin
Just a little SQWRT: 1969 Datsun 1600 (P510)
About halfway through last year, we were quietly sitting in our office when the phone rang. It was Azhar Bhamji at 4&Rotary on the other
Cruise Mode – 3UZ-powered Altezza Gita
When you’re done with Altezza sedans, what’s next? The Altezza wagon platform never looked so damn good!
Super Shakotan: James Mangin’s Rocket Bunny S15
A Japanese style in its purest form — James Mangin’s S15 is an uncompromising modern Shakotan, as authentic as it would have been
Tunnel Vision – 560kW Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R
Who in their right mind could get sick of a high-powered GT-R build? Definitely not us! One finished off by ST Hi-Tec? Even better!
WHAT’S INSIDE THE JULY/AUGUST ISSUE
Take a look at the featured highlights from Issue 309!
World Time Attack Challenge 2024
Join us at Sydney Motorsport Park on August 30-31st for the 2024 World Time Attack Challenge, the most thrilling automotive event of the year! Witness record-breaking racing, heart-pounding drifting, and an insane car show with vendor displays. WTAC 2024 is set to be an unforgettable experience for all car enthusiasts. Secure your tickets ASAP!
Rotationals: Drag Festival 2024 Highlights
From humble street meets to taking over the NAPA Auto Parts Dragway in Meremere, Rotationals is all about keeping NZ car culture alive. With thousands of enthusiasts gathered for a good cause, Rotationals proves once again that it’s not just about the cars but the people behind the wheel
Forced perfection: 1974 Mazda RX-3
View fullsize When Jason Ferguson purchased his 1974 Mazda RX-3 from a mate, he had no idea of the unwanted surprise that lurked under
Weekend Warrior – 1998 Subaru WRX Type R STI (GC8)
Forget how rare a blue WRX STI two-door is, this one’s built and ready to rumble with 480kW at the wheels!
Peasants, your Lord is back – Lord Bemrose’s 13B Rotary-Powered Ferrari 456 / S14 Silvia
Will we ever get sick of the pure insanity that comes from Lord Bemrose? We seriously doubt it. Stage two of the ‘cheap’ Ferrari build pushes the boundaries of pure race car porn and Japanese car performance engineering. Is this New Zealand’s ultimate track day ‘thing’?
