BMW M3 E36 and Nissan 300ZX Z32 Comparison

Z32 300ZX E36 M3

The BMW M3 E36 and Nissan 300ZX Z32 were two of the best performance cars to come out of the 1990’s.  In 1990, the 300ZX cost $69,720 while in 1994 the M3 cost a hefty $124,650. There are a number of similarities between the two cars.  They’re both good looking two door coupes.  Both have three litre six-cylinder naturally aspirated engines featuring double overhead camshafts and 24 valves with the M3 being an in-line six and the 300ZX a V6.

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1975 Ford Escort Mk1

Ford Escort Mark 1

My good friend Matthew Harpantidis has owned some great cars over the years but one that really stands out for me is his 1975 Mk1 Ford Escort.  I’ve always loved Escorts and the success they had in the World Rally Championship throughout the 1970’s and 1980’s.  I still have fond memories of Matt’s car and all the time that we spent driving around Healesville in the early 2000’s.  Matt still owns the Escort so it was a great opportunity to ask him about the history of the car and what’s planned for the future.

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New Toyota Supra

2019 Toyota Supra

The Toyota Supra built an impressive reputation as one of the finest performing sports-cars for the road and an all-conquering machine on the racetrack.  It’s been 16 long years since the Supra featured in the Toyota range. A one off Toyota GR Supra Racing Concept was unveiled at the Geneva International Motor Show earlier this year and a camouflaged production version made its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Continue reading “New Toyota Supra” →

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Nissan 300ZX Z32

Nissan 300ZX Z32

There were so many great cars to come out of Japan in the late 1980’s and 1990’s.  There was the Honda NSX, Mazda RX-7, Subaru WRX, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution and Toyota Supra.  A car that stood out for me was the Nissan 300ZX Z32.  Admittedly, the naturally aspirated version didn’t have the outright performance of these other Japanese greats but I loved the futuristic styling and the front engine, rear wheel drive layout.

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Mercedes-AMG A35

Mercedes-AMG A35

Significant features

– Features a new 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine with outputs of 225 kW and 400Nm.

– The 0-100 km/h dash is achieved in 4.7 seconds.

– Engine features CAMTRONIC variable valve control, intelligent thermal management for engine and oil, high-precision piezo injectors and multi-spark ignition.

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Aussie Driver Search 2018 – Phillip Island Circuit

Ford Falcon V8 Supercar

The Aussie Driver Search has grown significantly since its inception in 2016 and gives anyone an opportunity at motorsport.  This year’s Aussie Driver Search features a lot more events with a greater number of prizes on offer for the winners.  I was fortunate enough to be invited along to the Rookie Competition this year to compete at Sandown Raceway however noise restrictions meant a change of location to the iconic Phillip Island Circuit.

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Hyundai i30N Review

Hyundai i30N

Australian’s really are spoilt at the moment if they’re in the market for a hot hatch.  There’s Honda’s rapid Civic Type R, Volkswagen’s evergreen Golf GTI and Ford’s wonderful Focus RS to name a few.  Hyundai have recently entered the hot hatch game with the i30N, a car that’s been developed under the guidance of former BMW M boss Albert Biermann.

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Toyota 86 GTS Review

Toyota 86 GTS

When the Toyota 86 was introduced back in 2012, motoring enthusiasts welcomed the return of an exciting two door rear wheel drive sportscar from the Japanese manufacturer.  The 86 was built as a spiritual successor to the Corolla AE86; with the aim of the 86 to bring back memories of the light, nimble and modestly powered Corolla.  The current Toyota 86 is certainly a car that’s been built for motoring enthusiasts with the intention of bringing fun back to driving.

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