Sports Car Guide

Sports Cars are a dying breed. The hedonistic pleasure of having a vehicle simply for fun is reserved for a few who can afford it or those that are enthusiasts.

Sports cars are also a broad category, ranging from hot hatches to coupes and convertibles, sport saloons and now the new breed of sports SUVs that can transport a family and go from 0-100 km/h in 4.0 seconds and top out at 250 km/h plus.

We test them all for you, to drool over or to make an educated buying decision about which one suits you best

MINI Paceman in Australia

March 7, 2013 Rob Fraser Comments Off

The new MINI Paceman has landed in Australia, offering MINI’s trademark go-kart thrills in an entirely new Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) body. Built on the compact SUV platform originally created for the MINI Countryman, the Paceman is the seventh model in the MINI family [Read More]

Limited Edition Kia pro_cee’d GT

March 4, 2013 Anthony Hood Comments Off

With a production run of just 500 units and available to order from April 1, the ‘Kia pro_cee’d GT 1st edition’ is based closely on the all-new Kia pro_cee’d GT which makes its global debut at the 83rd Salon International de l’Automobile in Geneva. [Read More]

Ferrari 250 GTO Supercar Restoration

January 18, 2013 Rob Fraser Comments Off

Thanks to the services offered by Ferrari Classiche, today Ferrari collectors have access to the most authoritative restoration expertise to return their cars to original factory condition and people planning to buy a classic Ferrari as assured by the certification programme that their planned purchase will be of a genuine car.
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2014 Infiniti Q50 Sports Sedan

January 18, 2013 Rob Fraser Comments Off

The all-new 2014 Infiniti Q50 will be initially offered in the United States and Canada beginning in summer 2013. At launch, two powertrains – the 3.7-litre V6 and 3.5-litre Hybrid – will be available, each in a choice of rear-wheel drive or Intelligent All-Wheel Drive and in a selection of trim levels, including Sport models [Read More]

Audi RS 7 Sportback due in early 2014

January 18, 2013 Rob Fraser Comments Off

The Audi RS 7 Sportback, which is making its debut at the North American International Auto Show 2013 in Detroit, stands for dynamics at their most beautiful. Due in Australia in the frist qtr 2014, the large five-door coupe uses a 4.0 TFSI engine producing 412 kW. [Read More]

MINI Paceman Australian Pricing Announced

January 18, 2013 Anthony Hood Comments Off

The MINI Paceman will be launched in Australia with the MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S models, priced from $35,900 and $44,100 respectively. The MINI Paceman borrows more than just its platform from its Countryman stable mate, as it shares the same standard specification for the respective models albeit with a couple of additions [Read More]

New Maserati Quattroporte debuts at Detroit Motor Show

January 14, 2013 Rob Fraser Comments Off

As the flagship of the Maserati product range, the new Quattroporte is larger, lighter, more luxurious and more practical than the globally-acclaimed car it replaces. With a 307 km/h (191 mph) top speed, it’s also as fast as most two-door supercars. [Read More]

Lexus IS 250C F Sport

November 2, 2012 Rob Fraser Comments Off

The IS 250C F Sport – Lexus’ first convertible F Sport model. Available from mid-November, the IS 250C F Sport features a range of visual and dynamic upgrades over the standard IS 250C, including unique suspension calibration, wheel package and revised interior and exterior styling.
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Mazda MX5 upgrade arrives in Australia

November 1, 2012 Rob Fraser Comments Off

New-Look MX-5 comes in two grades, Roadster Coupe and the Roadster Coupe Sports. Available with a choice of a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission, prices start at $47,280 (MLP). [Read More]

Jaguar F-Type Makes Its Australian Debut

October 16, 2012 Rob Fraser Comments Off

Ian Callum, Jaguar’s Director of Design, revealed the F-TYPE to the crowd that gathered on the harbour, all eager to see the new two-seater sports car. “The F-TYPE is instantly recognisable as a Jaguar,” said Ian. “It follows the ethos and design philosophy of exciting visual architecture, with beautiful lines and pure surfaces. What better place to preview the F-TYPE in Australia than against the iconic backdrop of the Sydney harbour.” [Read More]