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Proper paint preparation: part II
“Think that painting a car just involves sanding it back and blowing it over? Think again, as there’s a whole lot more to it
Family affair: 1973 Ford Falcon XA coupe and 1970 Ford Falcon XW ute
“Two brothers, one dad and two kick-arse Falcons” Imagine growing up in a family where you’re encouraged to pursue your automotive dreams — investing
Dream Shed: family values
“If the family that plays together stays together, the Etheridges have got a lot to look forward to” Tony and Anna Etheridge have both
Proper paint preparation: part I
“Think that painting a car just involves sanding it back and blowing it over? Think again, as there’s a whole lot more to it
LS V8 conversions: is the grass really greener? We talk to the experts
“We speak to those in the know to resolve the LS V8 versus force-fed Japanese feud once and for all” View fullsize You’ve all
Concept Corner: low ‘n’ loud
“Every month we ask the cover car owner for the concept they’d most like to build, or see built” When we asked Shyam for
Armed and dangerous: 1982 Datsun Ute
“Weighing around 800kg and putting out close to 800hp, it’s fair to say that Shaun Smith’s Datsun has achieved his goal of building one
Brawling belle: 1977 Holden Torana
“Built to dominate racetracks across New Zealand, Sean Fowler’s stunning Torana is a lesson in being both the meanest and the cleanest” The Enzed
Three-wheel madness: the thrill of a bike and the comfort of a car
Those who choose to live on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand are hardy souls, and often have to use creativity
Editor’s pick: NZV8 editor’s top rides, 100 issues on
As we put the last issue of NZV8 to print, I did the maths that it was actually the 100th issue that I’ve been the
NZV8 Issue No. 122: smokin’ hot for winter
We’re heading into the depths of winter, but NZV8’s got just the remedy to keep you warm in your armchair — covering the usual catalogue
Weekly Motor Fix: 1958 Bermuda caravan
For Aaron Tucker, one can never have too much low — evidenced by his 1958 Chevy Biscayne, which bears the fitting number plate ‘WAY2LO’. This
Payback: 1968 Holden Monaro HK
“After years of helping his kids with their cars, Neil Rutherford finally got his own back … he just didn’t know it” Imagine going
Learn how to customize your helmet and flaunt your style
View fullsize Auckland-based pinstripe artist Charlie ‘Chaz’ Allen spends his working hours painting cars at Moselle Panel & Paint, but after hours he’s been piecing
Who are Trouble Bound?
“We decided it was time to find out more about the young car club that’s had a rapid rise to infamy” If you’ve been
