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The Nissan Exa: The 80s Wedge That Time (And South Africa) Forgot

Jeremy DicksonMarch 17, 2026

Nissan Exa classic guide: 80s wedge coupe SA | DriveZA Classic Car Guide Nissan Exa classic guide: 80s wedge coupe SA Pop-up headlights. Triangular everything. This Nissan Exa classic guide covers SA’s forgotten 80s icon. DriveZA Memory Lane Desk April 8, 2026 7 min read This Nissan Exa classic guide is for anyone who loves

The Unlikely Icon: How the Toyota Cressida Wove Itself into South Africa’s Soul

Jeremy DicksonJune 24, 2025

The Unlikely Icon: How the Toyota Cressida Wove Itself into South Africa’s Soul | DriveZA From engineering marvel to Mandela’s freedom ride – the story of SA’s most beloved sedan By DriveZA Heritage Team June 22, 2025 8 min read For South Africans of a certain generation, the Toyota Cressida wasn’t just a car –

The Unassuming Icon: Nissan Sentra 200STi

Jeremy DicksonJune 12, 2025

The Unassuming Icon: 1993 Nissan Sentra 200STi | DriveZA How the 1993 Nissan Sentra 200STi Conquered South Africa’s Heart (and Roads) By DriveZA Classic Team June 15, 2025 8 min read For South African petrolheads coming of age in the early 1990s, one Japanese compact car transcended its humble econobox origins to become a bona

The 1989 Honda Ballade 160i DOHC: SA’s Unlikely Street Legend

Jeremy DicksonJune 5, 2025

1989 Honda Ballade 160i DOHC: SA’s Unlikely Street Legend | DriveZA The 1989 Honda Ballade 160i DOHC – humble looks hiding advanced engineering The Dawn of a South African Special When the Honda Ballade 160i DOHC arrived in South Africa in 1989, it wasn’t just another compact sedan—it was a technological revelation. Part of the

The Ford Sierra XR8 – South Africa’s Marine-Spec V8 Icon

Jeremy DicksonApril 22, 2025

The Ford Sierra XR8 – South Africa’s Marine-Spec V8 Icon | DriveZA By DriveZA.net | April 22, 2025 The legendary Ford Sierra XR8 – South Africa’s ultimate Q-car In the pantheon of South African automotive icons, few cars stir as much nostalgia—or engine noise—as the Ford Sierra XR8. Born from homologation rules and a love

Isuzu Dragon Max: The Ultimate Retro-Modern Pickup Truck

Jeremy DicksonApril 7, 2025

Isuzu Dragon Max: The Ultimate Retro-Modern Pickup Truck | DriveZA The automotive world is full of restomods—classic cars rebuilt with modern performance. But Isuzu just rewrote the rulebook by transforming a humble 1988 TFR pickup into the Dragon Max, a stunning fusion of vintage style and cutting-edge engineering. The Dragon Max – where classic truck

The Nissan Sani: South Africa’s Pioneer SUV

admin_deenaDecember 16, 2024

When the Nissan Sani hit South African roads in the 1980s, it was more than just a new vehicle—it was a groundbreaking moment in motoring history. As one of the country’s very first SUVs, the Sani set the standard for what South Africans would come to expect from a sports utility vehicle for decades to

Ferrari 308 GTS: The Iconic Ride of Magnum, P.I.

admin_deenaDecember 4, 2024

When it comes to iconic cars from television, few vehicles are as instantly recognisable as the red Ferrari 308 GTS driven by private investigator Thomas Magnum in the hit 1980s TV series Magnum, P.I. The car wasn’t just a mode of transportation—it was a character in its own right, representing Magnum’s charm, carefree attitude, and penchant for

The Aston Martin DB5: The Quintessential Bond Car

admin_deenaOctober 10, 2024

When we think of James Bond, one car instantly comes to mind—the Aston Martin DB5. First appearing in the 1964 film Goldfinger, the DB5 quickly became the most iconic car in the 007 franchise, establishing a legacy that continues to this day. The Bond Connection James Bond and Aston Martin have had a long-standing relationship,

Throwback Thursday: The 1990-1992 Toyota TwinCam 16 Valve GLI – Mzansi’s OG Street Racer

admin_deenaSeptember 26, 2024

When you talk about street racing royalty in South Africa, the Toyota TwinCam 16V GLI is a name that makes car fanatics’ eyes light up. It was born for speed, and from 1990 to 1992, this local legend hit our streets, bringing with it a legacy of power, reliability, and street cred that still has

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