Throwback Thursday
#tbt to the day my life changed forever and i bought the car of my dreams, my 71Veloce. What a journey it’s been, Calvinia, Cape Town, Simola to Safariing the Swartland. Time for something new, Let’s Go Rallying !!!!
RescueMod
The restomod is a relatively recent phenomenon in the collector-car world. As a counterpoint to the “survivor” craze, these new cars mix old and new technology to create the best of both worlds, matching classic styling with modern comfort, performance and reliability.
A RescueMod is a RestoMod using a vehicle that is essentially, for various reasons, beyond economical restoration, giving it a new lease of life.
How its going…
After completing the #rescuemod build, my friends at @accidentguru_za (Paul van Wyk) suggested I do some of the work on my next project myself. You will learn new skills and save some money. Great, except they neglected to mention the personal injuries!!!How it’s going….
Im Loving It #RescueMod
When your dentist appointment takes half an hour, but you’re gone for the whole day, exploring every backroad between here and there.Driving this little guy makes me smile. Every time. Engaging, tactile, the very definition of “seat of the pants driving”. As it should be.Coming alive on the B-Roads, responding purposeful input with spirited enthusiasm, … Read more
’74 1600GTJunior
Carlaboration with the good folk at AcciDentGuru.Calvinia BarnFind RescueMod 1974 Alfa Romeo 1600 GT Junior, having some much needed cosmetic surgery, finished in lava red.Let the assembly commence.
Simola 2023 Entries Open
Heat is on and it’s not even fully summer yet!@simola_hillclimb 2023, Ticket Sales Opened yesterday, 4-7 May 2023. 253 days….After yet another 1.04 best run, decisions were made. More Race, less Daily. No more driving to the event, we need to tow a #RaceCar.Having sold my much loved #volksiebus with the business, it was time … Read more
