[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] “I can’t drive 55” was a popular hard-rock song recorded by Sammy Hagar in 1984. An excerpt of the lyrics includes the words, “Gonna write me up a 125, post my face wanted dead or alive. Take my license, all that jive. I can’t drive 55!” This song is used as the soundtrack…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Just about 13 years ago, the Ford Everest was rolled out for the first time in South Africa. Already into its second facelift after making its international debut in 2003, the body on frame seven-seater SUV was not the most eye-catching vehicle around. It looked like the very squarish Ranger bakkie at the…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The C36 posed as a significant threat to the BMW M3, boasting mega performance. When it arrived on the market, this impressive sports touring sedan carried a price tag of $155,100. These days, the modern classic isn’t easy to find, but you can snag one for around $30,000. Emma has been on our…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Formula One engineer, Adrian Newey, brings to life a fever dream that raises the hypercar bar to its highest point. What we love Dynamic purity Savage performance of the Cosworth V12 Not scary when pushed What we don’t Noise and vibration Tiny cockpit Engine struggles with high ambient temperatures When Andy Palmer, now…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Formula 1 and Red Bull Racing are hawking a racing simulator inspired by the 2022 championship-winning Red Bull RB18 with a price tag that can get well into the six figures. This isn’t one of the simulators F1 teams use to develop their cars and that drivers use for practice. It was designed specifically as…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Claimed to be the only Ferrari FXX engine offered to the general public, RM Sotheby’s estimates this rare V12 could sell for as much as £350,000 ($AU640,000). View 3 images Do you need a new engine for your Ferrari FXX track-only supercar, or are you just looking to add another interesting piece to your…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Volvo is developing the software needed for future autonomous cars – but the company’s CEO says it will be a long time before it sells a vehicle without a steering wheel. View 4 images The boss of Volvo says laws to allow autonomous cars to ditch steering wheels may be a long way away.…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] This classic Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow was first owned by Michael Caine – before the British actor became an international star thanks to his lead role in The Italian Job. View 4 images Michael Caine’s first-ever car – a classic Rolls-Royce convertible – has sold for £135,000 ($AU246,000) at an auction in the UK, going…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] One seller is appealing to the housing market … but offering a free G-Wagen with the purchase. View 3 images Rising interest rates may be putting downward pressure on the real estate market, but one seller is sweetening the deal with the offer of a Mercedes-AMG G63 alongside the luxury house. Located in the…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The FJ Cruiser, sold between model years 2007 and 2014 in the United States, was a popular (and very capable) off-road rig that carries a strong enthusiast following today. In attendance at this year’s Future Collector Car Show was a particularly sweet FJ from the final model year. It’s finished in Heritage Blue,…