ATC round 1- Mt Buller Sprint 2009

As the first round of the newly created Australian Tarmac Championship (ATC), the 7th running of the Pacific Hire Mt Buller Sprint was an opportunity for leading tarmac crews to get a jump start in the standings.

BMW Advanced Driving Day

“The morning could really go either way”- I thought out loud as we headed towards the Phillip Island Grand Prix circuit.

Video of the week- Targa Tasmania

Take a ride with Dean Evans through the Queenstown Targa stage.

Schumacher and Mercedes

Schumacher and Mercedes
Will it happen? Will they finish what they started or will it be a farce? Let us know in the comments.

1971 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396

For many American muscle car fans, the idea of jetting over to the US to pursue their dream ride provides an opportunity of a lifetime. Sure, in these days of technology we can view a million pictures online; even order an independent ‘model specialist’ inspection, all from the comfort of home. But what better way to create a lasting attachment than to make that visit yourself, to see the car in the metal, to hear it and feel the way it drives. Those moments make the memories of the actual journey all the more rewarding.

Back on deck

Hi everyone,

It’s been a while and a lot has happened. We have changed servers over to ensure the site runs a bit more smoothly. Read on to see what else we have been up to.

Mini 50th anniversary

When it comes to vehicular giant-slayers, none have done a more complete job than the inspired Mini. 2009 provides cause for a Mini celebration as it reaches its milestone 50th anniversary, so we gathered 3 examples to pay our respects.

New Classic Car forum

In conjunction with www.lautista.com.au, Patina invites enthusiasts from all over the world to discuss classic cars and historic racing. Click here for more info.

For sale- Fiat Dino 2400 coupe

In the mid-sixties, two major Italian car manufacturers suddenly needed each other. Fiat, far and away Italy’s largest automotive producer, was in need of a flagship model to boost their image and show they could still produce an elegant GT car in the mould of their immortal 8V. Ferrari, the small on volume national hero of motorsport, required assistance to continue in Formula 2 racing with their legendary V6 motor when the homologation rules were changed.

Phillip Island Classic 2009 review

A massive field of 564 entrants braved largely sodden conditions for the VHRR’s 2009 Classic Festival of Motorsport held at Phillip Island. Drenched spectators were rewarded with some fine displays of wet-weather driving as the on-track action often proved hotter than the ambient temperature.