NZ Classic Car

New Zealand’s longest running classic car magazine – celebrated its 300th edition in January 2016, an amazing achievement for a publication which began as a simple idea to put local classic car owners in touch with event organisers, car clubs and trade professionals. NZ Classic Car has been a vital part of the local motoring scene for more than 25 years and features unique and extensive classic motoring coverage. NZCC’s enthusiastic and passionate writers cover the length and breadth of the country ensuring extensive classic motoring coverage. Our coverage of New Zealand’s motoring heritage remains unrivalled, especially in the field of motorsport history, plus we include stunning photography, authoritative features and event reports from throughout the country.

NZ Classic Car

Editorial 400

STAR INSURE AND STREET SMART UNITE TO TACKLE ROAD SAFETY CRISIS FOR YOUNG DRIVERS • AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND – 3 JUNE 2025

CHRYSLER’S CHAMPION CHARGER • The Australian-developed Chrysler Charger was a game-changer for the company in 1971, as it faced a faltering start introducing its new VH range. The stylish big coupe signalled a massive change of direction and emphasis for Chrysler

CITROËN’S DS GODDESS REFUSES TO AGE • A star exhibit at the Paris Motor Show in 1955, Citroën’s DS stunned crowds of eager buyers with its futuristic styling and groundbreaking engineering. Nothing was comparable. Donn Anderson pays tribute to the fabulous Citroën DS19 and ID19. Now, 70 years later, the pioneering design still attracts admiring glances and is much loved by its New Zealand owners

SCHOOL DAYS CHEVETTE • Wellington couple Michael and Janine Ahie recreate a slice of nostalgia from their university days through to when they were married

THE AYRBURN CLASSIC ANNOUNCES DATES FOR 2026 • Save the date, Friday 20th - Sunday 22nd February 2026

ICE RACER’S TVR SURVIVOR • Since 2001, a tiny TVR Tuscan has been successfully campaigned in many Southern Festivals of Speed, with impressive results, until an accident at the Skope Classic at Ruapuna in 2020 put an end to its motor racing exploits.

A DREAM TRIP EUROPE BY PORSCHE IN 2010 • Mal McKee continues his epic Europe experience, a journey made in a Porsche 930, his dream car of 30 years, returning him safely to his base in Aberdeen

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THE MUSIC OF SOUND • The name ‘Maserati’ is enough to invoke all sorts of passions for this famous marque, especially for that magnificent sound from one of the sweetest-sounding V8s around. Jim Richardson spends a delightful few hours with an Italian gem

New Zealand Classic Car magazine – 35 years, 400 issues, and still going strong! • Be part of the classic car family to help grow our world-renowned historic motoring industry and lifestyle. Subscribe to New Zealand’s number-one-selling motoring magazine to make sure you never miss an issue

ASIAN SORTIE • We resume Jonathan and Janet Paape’s travels and their exciting visit behind the discreet gate of Bali’s Tuksedo Studio

IMMORTALISING THE WORLD’S BEST • Over the years, Tony has developed an appetite for not just building a scale model of a favourite subject but, rather, creating a scale replica exact in every detail to the real thing

KEEPING A COLLECTION DIVERSE • Donn Anderson continues the story of his meeting with Aucklander Neil Tolich and exploring his collection of special classic cars, and finds out that unique doesn’t have to mean expensive

A NEW CHAPTER IN INSURANCE CLASSIC VEHICLE BEGINS • New Zealand’s classic vehicle enthusiasts received some notable news in December 2024: Protecta Insurance, a long-standing name in motor insurance, officially rebranded to Assurant

SPORTING DOUBLES German precision meets an engaging British legend • Porsche’s sporting heritage in...