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 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]

Mercedes Benz SLS AMG Coupé at AIMS 2012

Mercedes-Benz to unveil three AMGs at 2012 Motor Show

October 14, 2012 Rob Fraser Comments Off

In another exciting reveal announcement for the 2012 Australian International Motor Show, organisers can confirm that Mercedes-Benz will be taking the wraps off not one, not two, but three AMGs it has built specifically for the Show at Sydney. [Read More]

Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder at AIMS 2012

October 13, 2012 Rob Fraser Comments Off

Making its Oceanic debut is the Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder, giving the Australian public their first official look at this all-new entry-level supercar, ahead of its on-sale date later this year. Making its second official appearance in Australia will be the Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4, the pinnacle of Lamborghini’s range, which stole the show at the 2011 Australian International Motor Show. [Read More]

FPV GT RSPEC Limited Edition at AIMS 2012

October 13, 2012 Rob Fraser Comments Off

Touted as the most hard-core and advanced GT ever at its launch, the GT RSPEC Limited Edition Series, code-named Panther, will be a certain show-stopper with the Australian public when it makes an appearance at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre in October [Read More]

Jaguar F-TYPE convertible at AIMS 2012

October 13, 2012 Anthony Hood Comments Off

In thrilling news for automotive fans across Asia-Pacific, Jaguar will be revealing its all-new sports car, the F-TYPE at Sydney in October. The F-TYPE will be initially launched as a convertible with a choice of three petrol engines – 340PS and 380PS versions of Jaguar’s all-new 3.0-litre supercharged V6 and a new derivative of its existing supercharged 5.0-litre V8. [Read More]

Aston Martin One-77 AT AIMS 2012

October 13, 2012 Anthony Hood Comments Off

An Aston Martin One-77 will take centre stage at this year’s Show at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre. The only Aston Martin One-77 in Australia and one of just 77 in the world, this vehicle is considered by many to be one of the most sought-after and expensive supercars on earth, initially costing over 1.2 million pounds. [Read More]