Brian O’Conner’s F&F Cars — SA’s Cult Classics and Their Legacy
When Brian O’Conner rolls into frame, the car usually arrives before the man does
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I Own A Classic… 1991 Subaru SVX
Owner: Thanersen Reddy Car: 1991 Subaru SVX Bought in: 2021 Mileage when purchased/now: 182 000/210 000 km Current value: Your guess is as good as mine. I guess it’s worth what some Subaru nut will be willing to pay for it. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. Why I bought this car: […]
Six JDM Legends That Created a Generation of Fans
The term JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) evokes images of flame-spitting turbochargers, high-revving powerplants, drifting and a tuner-centric car culture that exploded in the 1980s and 1990s. During this era, a handful of Japanese performance cars achieved legendary status worldwide, inspiring countless enthusiasts. Below we highlight six JDM Legends – each a cult hero in its […]
I Own A Classic… 1976 Toyota Corolla SR5 (KE35)
Owner: Christo Pienaar Car: 1976 Toyota Corolla SR5 (KE35) Bought in: 2017 Mileage: 56 000 km Current value: approx R250 000. Why I bought this car: This car is pure 1970s JDM, which is a major drawcard for me. The story goes back to when I spotted the SR5 in traffic one day. I had to […]
Drifter Kalle Rovenpera Rips Up Japanese Mountain Pass [video]
Kalle Rovenpera rips up Japanese mountain pass, known as Mount Iwaki. In the process the two-time WRC champion encounters several Japanese motoring legends of the four-wheel and two-wheel variety. Mount Iwaki in Aomori Prefecture has 69 corners from the base to the summit, but has never been drifted before. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share […]
2024 Sema Show Gallery
The 2024 Sema Show opened its doors this week. Las Vegas, once again, place host to the highly anticipated showcase. Sema is the epicentre of the aftermarket world from 5-8 November. The show is a meeting place for innovators, automakers, and influencers in the automotive world. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we […]
I Own A Classic… 1991 Toyota MR2 (SW20)
Owner: Josh Vetter Car: 1991 Toyota MR2 (SW20) G-Limited T-Top Bought in: 2018 Mileage when purchased/now: 69 000/110 000 km Current value: approx U$10 000 – there aren’t many around so it’s not easy to estimate a current local value. Why I bought this car: I used to play Gran Turismo as a kid. The […]
Toyota AE86s ‘Debut’ At Tokyo Auto Salon
It seems odd to say that a pair of Toyota AE86s debuted at the recent Tokyo Auto Salon. But that’s that they did, sorta. You see the pair of cars here are not new, but what lies under their bonnets is. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. Buy […]
Chasing Real-life Initial D [video]
Double Apex resident JDM expert and owner of (too) many Hondas, Kyle Kock dives into the world of the hit animated petrolhead show with the help of the video (below) in this piece Chasing Real-life Initial D. Many automotive enthusiasts who follow Japanese car culture are familiar with the Initial D franchise. For the uninitiated, […]
Project MX-5 (Part 3 – racetrack debut)
First published in Novemer 2015: If you’ve just stumbled upon this ongoing series outlining my adventures in Mazda MX-5 ownership then you may want read Part 1 and 2 before proceeding… all caught up? Good, let’s continue. Since the last update not much has taken place, well, that’s not true. A lot has happened, but […]