Newsletter ZA January 2022/2

Newsletter: Iconic classics, future classics and more

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Dear Classic Car Passion reader,

Welcome to our second newsletter of the year, take a well-deserved break out of your day and read all about the iconic Jaguar E-Type and Citroen DS, both ground breaking vehicles that greatly influenced the auto industry.

Or, if you are looking for a classic car then why not head read our ‘Future Classics’ article to see what modern vehicles could become desirable collector cars in the years to come.

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Maserati Quattroporte II : mix of genres

In the Maserati Quattroporte saga, the second saloon of the same name didn't make much of an impression, and for good reason, since it wasn't really a product designed by the brand.

Vector, Gerald Wiegert's setback

An engineer with a passion for speed, Gerald Wiegert fought for much of his life to make his Vector the fastest American car on the market.

Apal, polyester cars made in Belgium

Known to the general public for its buggies, which enjoyed their golden age in the 1970s, Liège-based Apal has produced a number of models that share a certain originality and a body made from composite materials.

Bizzarini 5300 GT : delicious blend

With its Italian styling and big American V8, the Bizzarrini5300 GT was one of the rarest and most exclusive cars of its time, winning over discerning customers like the Shah of Iran.

Jaguar XKSS, the anecdotal

Built on the basis of unsold former Type D racing cars, the Jaguar XKSS is one of the brand's rarest models. The fire that ravaged the factory in 1957 didn't help matters...

Toyota Supra : a history older than it seems

A must-have model in the affordable sports car market, the Toyota Supra has built up an excellent reputation since 1978. Here's a look back at a car synonymous with comfort and performance.

Chrysler Norseman : tragic destiny

The Chrysler Norseman is an iconic car, the result of an ambitious project launched by Chrysler in the 1950s. A symbol of the ingenuity and innovation of the time, it left its mark thanks to its particularly innovative design.

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Simola Hillclimb 2026

Knysna, South Africa Racing, Trackday - 30 April 2026 to 03 May 2026

The 2026 running of the Simola Hillclimb will be the sixteenth edition of South Africa’s premier motorsport lifestyle event which is now recognised as one of the best events on the global hillclimb calendar. Don't mis...

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