There are a number of companies which take the best of classic cars, and through the restoration process, enhance them to combine the best of their originality with a modern twist. Examples include Singer’s Porsche 911s, Eagle’s Jaguar E-Types, David Brown’s Mini and, of course Icon. Icon has famously overhauled Ford […]
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Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk confirmed for Australia
It was unofficially confirmed last month, but the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk will be making its way to Australia, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ local branch has now confirmed. Expected to arrive in December, priced from around $140,000, the Trackhawk will be the most powerful vehicle FCA has ever sold in this […]
Ford Mustang Performance Pack announced in Australia
Ford Mustang buyers are spoilt for choice when it comes to aftermarket options. Even more so than Falcon owners, who had very extensive support when they wanted to enhance their vehicles. Now they can add a variety of exhaust, suspension and shift-kit enhancements courtesy of Ford Performance. These are available […]
BMW M8 exhaust noise captured for first time, sounds meaty (video)
A video has surfaced online providing a first taste of the upcoming BMW M8’s exhaust sound. The video was captured during a prototype showcase at the Nurburgring 24hr event over the weekend. BMW only announced the news of a new 8 Series being in the pipeline a couple of weeks […]
For Sale: 1992 Ferrari F40 with Tubi exhaust
An immaculate Ferrari F40 is going up for auction next month, featuring a number of unique enhancements and options. The F40 in question is a U.S.-delivered example, which has just 16,000 miles on the clock (25,760km). It’s been meticulously looked after and had a recent service undertaken by GTO Engineering. […]
Jaguar XE SV Project 8 confirmed, most powerful Jaguar ever (video)
Jaguar has confirmed it is working on an insane new performance sedan based on the XE, called the XE SV Project 8, which is being developed via the SVO division. Special Vehicle Operations is currently developing a very serious version of the XE mid-size sedan, confirming that it will feature […]
Chrysler 300 SRT NSW Police car being trialled (video)
With the Ford Falcon already out of production and the locally-made Holden Commodore soon to cark it, Australian police services around the country will soon have to look for another highway patrol car. Enter the Chrysler 300 SRT. There have been plenty of rumours around suggesting various makes and models […]
2017 Shelby F-150 Super Snake announced
The supercharged 2017 Shelby F-150 Super Snake has slithered out, giving American buyers the first sports oriented F-150 since the Lightning of the 1990s – the subsequent Raptor is more of an off-road ball-tearer. Highlights include a unique bodykit with mesh grille, blue paint with white stripes and 22-inch chrome […]