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Mazda is also picking up on the booming diesel car trend, developing a 2.0 litre common-rail turbo-diesel version of the Mazda3 in either a fourdoor sedan or five-door hatchback. First seen at the Geneva motor show in March, the Mazda3 Diesel is expected on the Australian market later this year. Mazda Australia anticipates selling only about 100 units a month, which is a similar volume to its larger sibling, the Mazda6 Diesel that was introduced there in October last year. Powered by the same Euro IV emissions-compliant 2.0-litre MZRCD engine used in the diesel 6, the Mazda3 Diesel offers an identical 105kW of power at 3500rpm and 360Nm of torque at 2000rpm. This is about the same power as the 2.0-litre Mazda3 petrol engine, but double the torque. In terms of fuel economy, it returns 6.0l/100km on the combined cycle, compared with 8.6l/100km for the petrol engine.

POPULAR IN EUROPE European car makers have been offering diesel options for many years. Generally the fuel has been better priced and the economy of the vehicle makes it a smart choice. The New Zealand market, governed to some degree by our small size and needs and wants of near-neighbour Australia - which actually has a car manufacturing industry, has been a bit slower on the uptake. Aussie and Japanese cars, which form the basis of our new car industry, have been slower on the diesel uptake. Commercials and second-hand imported Japanese cars have probably made up the largest sector of New Zealand’s small vehicle diesel fleet. The advent of common rail turbodiesels has turned the diesel market on its head worldwide. With huge bottom-end performance, low fuel consumption and greatly reduced emissions thanks to particulate filters and electronic controls, the old reputation of dirty and rattly ‘oilers’ has almost gone. Japanese car-makers have been slower adopters of the technology than the Europeans, but are increasingly turning their attentions to the European market and are therefore expected to introduce more turbodiesels in the future. NEW FALCON? Ford Australia has registered the name Falcon R6. Trademark protection for the title is the latest indication Ford plans to

introduce new model variants in its next-generation Falcon range - codenamed Orion - due for release around April next year. (DriveBy isn’t sure why Ford Australia would want to name the project after the rather ugly British Ford Orion - pictured)! The company also registered the names Falcon G6 and Falcon G6E in March. There is no guarantee the names will be used, as companies sometimes trademark titles that never make it to market, but the new models do fit in with Ford Australia’s plans to expand the Falcon range. LANCER LAUNCH Mitsubishi’s all important new Lancer will be unveiled at the Frankfurt motor show this September and then come down-under for the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney in the second week of October. Highlighting the point made about economy and diesel technology, the European Lancer will look the same as the Australasian version, but the cars are very different when it comes to what lies in the engine bay.

European Lancer models will be available with three different engines at launch, an 81kW 1.5-litre fourcylinder petrol, a 103kW 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol and a VW sourced 106kW 2.0-litre diesel engine. Local versions of the Lancer will be powered by a 2.0-litre MIVEC fourcylinder engine. The company say the new engine will offer comparable performance to the existing 115kW 2.4-litre MIVEC, but it is expected to offer better fuel economy figures. 193DB007-07

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Workhorse Land Cruiser gets an awesome V8 I By Dean Taylor first drove a 70 series Toyota Land Cruiser back in the 1970’s when as a student I worked for a local beekeeper. We used to load up a huge dual wheel trailer with hives full of honey and haul it all over the countryside with an ugly yellow 4.2 litre, straight six Land Cruiser. It just kept going. So popular are these workhorses, that Waikato Toyota can’t keep one in their yard long enough for me to test drive. To get behind the wheel of the new V8, I had to call on a favour from one of the local Toyota agency’s clients, John McLaughlin of Pool Builders, who took delivery of the LX Wagon. When Mr McLaughlin was looking for a new vehicle for the work fleet the first consideration was power. Secondly it had to be able to go anywhere and lastly he wanted something versatile that he could haul parts, or maybe take the kids to school. The four door is big - big up front for blokes, big in the back for more blokes or family, and big in the boot to cart stuff around. And with the new turbocharged, 4.5litre DOHC common rail diesel V8 its big on power and torque.

The V8 makes 151kW of power (up from 122 with the old six) and 430nM of torque (up from 380). Most importantly the torque comes in from just 1200rpm - it just pulls. It also meets tougher new emission standards. The V8 is matched to a five speed manual gearbox with high and low ratios.

Mr McLaughlin uses it to tow an 11.5 metre long trailer loaded with swimming pools. It’s awkward, it’s heavy and there is a lot of wind resistance - but the Land Cruiser does the job without any fuss.

He’s had a bit of ribbing about needing a snorkel - especially as he is in the pool building business - but it isn’t an optional extra, it’s standard - an indication of the purposefulness of the 70 series. Driving the new 70 series wasn’t that removed from how I remember them from the 70s. The engine has plenty of pull, and without any weight on board, first gear isn’t needed. Handling is OK, but being a real off roader you need to keep your wits about you on the road - it isn’t a car. The Land Cruiser now has a stereo (I mean since the 70s), basic air conditioning and electric windows. Interior isn’t that different - to quote New Zealand Driver in fact about this whole vehicle - ‘It’s so retro it’s fashionable’. But in a vehicle designed for hard work it’s a simple layout that works. Toyota sell the 70 series in cab/chassis, hardtop and wagon variants - all use the same engine/transmission combination. The smaller Prado variants come with either a 3.0 litre common rail, DOHC turbocharged diesel straight four or 4 litre, quad cam petrol V6. Most common transmission is a five speed automatic, although there is a six speed manual option for the diesel version only. The Land Cruiser Wagon is still using a straight six, 4.2 litre, DOHC, turbocharged diesel with five speed automatic. In this vehicle the six makes 150kW and 430Nm of torque, comparable with the new V8.

Fifty year heritage oyota’s Land Cruiser is in fact a vehicle with a heritage stretching back more than 50 years. The first was built in 1951, a model BJ built on a one-ton truck chassis, which looked just like a Jeep and was powered by a 3.6litre straight six. The name Land Cruiser was inspired by Land Rover. In 1955 the 20 series was developed with an eye on the market outside Japan. A longer wheel-base 30 series was also developed - which has been developed into today’s 100 series Land Cruiser Wagon, the larger of the three variants which have the Land Cruiser name. It was the introduction of the 40 series in 1960 that sold Land Cruiser to the world. This has continued to be developed until in 1984 the 70 series was launched. In many respects today’s 70 series reviewed here hasn’t changed a lot in terms of looks and purpose. This is the vehicle designed to take whatever New Zealand’s farmer, tradesman or off road enthusiast can throw at it. Smallest in today’s line-up is the Land Cruiser Prado, a largely urban vehicle, but still with legendary Land Cruiser 4WD heritage.

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Kihikihi ot on the heels of the hugely successful PPG/ Classic Cover Street Rod Nationals held in Te Awamutu over Easter came another chance for hot rod fans to see the best of the best. The Boyd Coddington Wheels National Hot Rod Show took place over Queens Birthday weekend in the Telstra Clear Pacific Events centre in Manukau. More than 100 of the country’s top hot rods and street machines were lined up for inspection by many adoring fans, but also by judges intent on finding what made some machines stand out as the best. Te Awamutu Rod and Custom Club was represented by Glen MacKenzie and his 1948 Chevy truck which had been a Top 10 Hot Rod at the Te Awamutu event (pictured). At Pukekohe the blue machine picked up Top Pre-49 Modified

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Pickup, second in Custom Paint and Best Entry on Cragar Wheels. Te Awamutu also had a link with two Matamata Rod and Custom Club members, but who are friends and supporters of the Te Awamutu Rod and Custom Club. On show were RJ Hampton’s AC Cobra and Bill Fryers 1923 T Bucket, both of which had extensive paint and panel work completed at Kihikihi Auto Body Repairs before the show, and both of which won prizes in their respective classes (see page 6). The show highlighted the 45th Anniversary of the New Zealand Hot Rod Association and most classes featured a number of new cars never seen before and had the added attraction of a section featuring builds in progress, plus a nostalgia style car display featuring Kiwi hot rodding and drag racing icons of yesteryear. Trade displays also featured for

those looking for the latest trends in the sport of hot rodding. Auckland based Custom Rods was one of a number of businesses which also featured an impressive display of their own, in this case their specialist turn-key 1937 hot rods (www.custom-rods.com). This show once again highlighted the quality of cars being built in New Zealand and was a credit to John Della-Mura and his wife Robyn who were the promoters behind the event along with the NZHRA show committee. Anyone wishing to know more about the sport of hot rodding should check the latest issues of Petrolhead and New Zealand Rodder magazines, check the NZHRA website or locally contact Te Awamutu Rod and Custom Club member Kevin Graham (07 847 1020 or 07 856 9500 a/h) for more information.

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SHOW ‘N’ SHINE: Matamata machines belonging to Bill Fryer (1923 T Bucket) and RJ Hampton (AC Cobra) weren’t in this winning condition when they came to Kihikihi Auto Body Repairs prior to the National Show.

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Epica fills gap for Holden W By Dean Taylor hen Holden discontinued the Vectra about a year ago it left the carmaker with a void in the all-important mid-sized range. Now it is banking on a Korean built replacement that looks like it can do the job. The Holden Epica is a new design, based on an existing GM platform, built at Holden’s own factory in Korea. I took the top-of-therange CDXi from Rosetown Holden for a test and was impressed with the smart look, especially in black, design features and throughtfullness that had gone into the car. For a start the designers have clearly incorporated the Holden heritage with styling cues to the Commodore. That’s a pretty sensible move as the Commodore is a huge success story for GM downunder. An while the Epica is in the mid-size category, its a pretty sizeable and roomy car. It uses front wheel drive technology - that’s to be expected, but the engine isn’t. The 2.5 litre straight six

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and five speed automatic is a bit different in a category dominated by in-line fours or V6s. A straight six is a smooth engine, but not usually mounted across the car. But this works fine - its smooth, its quiet, it won’t set the world on fire, but it revs willingly and produces its power across the range without too much fuss. Its 115kW of power and 237Nm of torque is modest, but it seems enough. And for most buyers the smoothness and attraction of a small six in such a well appointed car will win through. Holden developers are

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A/hrs: Stu Tervit (07) 871 4700, 0274 827 856 • John Hare (07) 871 3794, 0274 427 856 • Allan Patterson (07) 871 3956, 0273 427 853 • Email: [email protected]

Yanks have to be biggest Going Away? Need a Vehicle?

At Wilksbrooke Rentals we have a great range of vehicles to suit any occasion, from small cars to mini vans plus luggage trailer. 24 HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE WITH VEHICLES FREE PICK UP/DROP OFF AT HAMILTON AIRPORT 193DB002/07

For more information or a quote phone...

Leticha: 871 3970

132 Kihikihi Road, Te Awamutu Freephone 0800 23 32 95 www.wilksbrooke.co.nz Email: [email protected]

YEAH, well we’re from the good ole US of A and no-one does it better, bigger or brighter than us - so some of our small tractors have big block V8s, but the rest have really, really big engines and we race them and call it the world championships.

New course for drivers

The AA has launched a new defensive driving course for experienced drivers. “The fact is older, more experienced drivers crash too”, says Karen Dickson, AA’s Driver Training Manager. “Someone who has been driving for 10, 20 or even 30 years may consider themselves to be a good driver - but when did they last look at a Road Code or update their driving knowledge and skills.” In the past year drivers aged 40 and above represented 40% of all road fatalities. That figure increases to 60% if you include those aged between 25 and 39 years of age. “The AA’s new defensive driving course for experienced drivers is all about improving awareness, knowledge and safety. It is based on risk management and reduction, and searching and scanning techniques are taught to enhance the identification and response to hazards. The course also teaches environmentally friendly driving, including choosing a vehicle fit for purpose and how to drive in a fuel efficient manner,” she says. For further information on the AA’s new defensive driving course for experienced drivers, phone 0800 223 748 or email [email protected]

Editorial - Dean Taylor (07) 871 5151 xt705 (027) 4819951 [email protected] Advertising - Heather Andrew (07) 871 5151 xt704 (021) 521948 Advertising - Dorinda Courtney (07) 871 5151 xt711 (021) 902084

193DB009/07

New Bandit hits the road KTM 450 SX-F 4 STROKE

Ready for Trail or Moto X

RUNOUT PRICE

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was $13,500

NOW ONLY $11,990 Incl. GST

193DB016-07

Call for a demo today or to see the full range of KTM bikes instore now 100 Benson Road, Te Awamutu, Phone/fax 871 7321 www.fatmotorcycles.co.nz

uzuki’s classic Bandit has just got a whole lot better with the release of the 2007 models. The new Bandit 1250 and 1250S - available from Wilksbrooke Motors, - feature more power, more technology and legendary styling in a complete package of power, balance and quality. The 1250 is a traditional round headlight design with bullet shaped instrument bodies and handlebar mounted mirrors. The ‘S’ features a sleek half-faring with built in headlight, windscreen and faring mounted mirrors. The engine has been designed especially for the Bandit and has been increased from the previous 1157cc to 1255cc.

The main improvement is more torque from idle to redline - giving better throttle response and more effortless acceleration. The liquid cooled, four cylinder, DOHC engine also features advanced direct fuel injection and four valves per cylinder. Extra protection is provided by a liquid-cooled oil cooler. The symmetrical design, with centralised cam chain, allows exhaust headers to flow around each side of the frame. It is matched to a six speed gearbox. Improved emission systems means the bandit meets tough Euro 3 and Tier 2 emissions standards. A team dedicated to the Bandit included a host of other improvements

to the engine to give it even better performance and reliability, while being more compact it gives the rider more room. A redesigned chassis gives the Bandit more strength and better sporting comfort. Larger downtubes increase rigidity by 10%, while proven rake and trail designs gives excellent handling, plus comfort at highway cruising speeds. The rider can be adjusted up or down by 20mm and front and rear suspension components have preload adjustability to accommodate riding solo or with a passenger. Brakes are 310mm dual front discs with 4-piston callipers and single piston, 240mm rear disc. ABS is optional. 193DB001-07

Towbar, Muffler & Service Centre Te Awamutu

Mechanical Repairs • Tow Bars • Bull Bars • Mufflers • Flat Decks 065TC030/07

Main South Road, Te Awamutu. Ph (07) 871 3079 www.wilksbrooke.co.nz

• Light Engineering

07 870 6255 • Craig 027 743 227 Now at 452 Bond Road, Te Awamutu

Sunbeam owners rally in TA

T.A TOP TRUCK

SUPPLIES Mitsubishi FH150 6 cylinder, turbo engine, PTO hoist, M3 steel deck drop sides. Make great farmers truck. Priced to sell.

$14,950 1991 Toyota Dyna G25 3 litre diesel only 77,000ks, great little crane truck, only...

$6,985 SUNBEAM owners with some of their club cars gathered for lunch at the home of local members Merv and Kaye Thorburn who organised the Sunday run in this district.

1990 Mazda 2½ ton payload, handy little tipper.

A

$6,795 1993 Nissan CM180 Nice tidy box body with tail lift. Runs well, only

$12,850 MANY OTHER TRUCKS IN STOCK

Ohaupo Road • Te Awamutu Mark Irwin Ph/Fax 870 1313 Mob 0274 965 629 Greg Irwin Ph/Fax 871 4724 Mob 0274 901 357

Waikato Toyota

2000 TOYOTA Hiace Mini van, 2.4 petrol injected, 5 speed, p/s, am/fm stereo cassette, a full 11 seater bus travelled just 80,000km

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$19,990

2004 TOYOTA Hilux 2004 MAZDA Bounty Double cab, 2.5 diesel turbo, 5 speed, air bags, ABS, alloys, a/c, alarm, one owner. FROM NEW

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$19,995

2004 TOYOTA Landcruiser

2005 TOYOTA Hilux

4.2 litre turbo diesel, flat deck, 4 wheel drive, 60,000kms, 5 speed manual. A good work horse, just been traded

SR5, deep Mica red, double cab, 4x4 turbo, one owner, sold by us. All usual extras, 38,000kms, hurry for this at

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$44,995

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$39,995

SR5, 3.0 litre turbo diesel, 4x4 double cab, a/c, ABS, air bags, tow bar, tuff deck, one owner, 48,000kms, two to choose from. BE QUICK AT

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$32,995

2005 TOYOTA Corolla GL One owner, sold and serviced by us. All usual extras including a/c, airbags, CD, ice blue

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$19,995

2003 TOYOTA Platz 1998 DAIHATSU Terios 1.3 litre, 5 speed manual, 5 door RV, NZ new, all used extras incl, a/c, air bags, super value

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$7,995

Immaculate 4 door sedan in polar white, travelled just 33,000km with 1500cc auto, air bags, a/c, p/s, electrics. Signature Class with 3yr or 100,000km warranty

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$14,495

29 Kihikihi Road, Te Awamutu. Tel: 07 872 0017 AFTER HOURS: Les 0275 656 565, Malcolm 021 156 2184, Craig 021 034 2775 193DB005-07

Les Murrell

Malcolm Lind

Craig Dove

BRANCH MANAGER

VEHICLE SALES

VEHICLE SALES

193DB014/07

s well as a number of strong, well supported Te Awamutu based clubs, local enthusiasts have plenty of regional clubs to suit the various marques represented by collectors. One such example is the Waikato Sunbeam Owners Club which has a handful of Te Awamutu members amongst its ranks. The club’s 37 members meet monthly for a ‘nog and natter’ at the Okoroire Pub. Local couple Merv and Kaye Thorburn organised a recent Sunday club run for the group, taking members to the fantastic car collection of Chris Empson and machinery collection of Colin Pinkerton. Between visits to these immaculate sheds, members enjoyed lunch at the Thorburn’s farm home. Mr Thorburn says members were astounded at the quality of machinery in the two local sheds and at how Te Awamutu Rod and Custom Club well organised they were. Craig O’Hanlon 871 4746 - 871 8331 a/h Kevin Graham (07) 847 0120 - (07) 856 9500 a/h Fellow Te Awamutu members Gary and Christine DerTe Awamutu Motor Vehicle Enthusiasts Group byshire are currently putting Bruce Shaw 871 3542 Betty Miles 870 2312 together another larger run in Te Awamutu Motorcycle Club this district for the club. Road~Lou Brown 872 0232 xt 816 - 870 4463 a/h Anyone who owns a SunOff-road~Graham Adams 870 4450 beam or is interested in the Ulysses Motorcycle Club marque is welcome to conLou Brown 872 0232 xt 816 - 870 4463 a/h tact Mr Thorburn on 871 RARE SIGHT: A couple of German cars in Chris Empsons Kihikihi Speedway Club 2803 for more information mainly English collection - one of the highlights of the recent Roger Wells 871 3125 - (027) 284 8500 about the club. Waikato Sunbeam Car Club Sunday run.

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ABLE DEALS

1996 FORD FESTIVA NOW $4,990

2000 FALCON 1999 FORD FAIRLANE GHIA WAS $12,990 NOW $9,990 NOW $11,990

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2000 FALCON AU2 FUTURA NOW $11,990

2001 FALCON XR6 NOW $14,990

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2002 FALCON AU3 XR6 NOW $17,990

2004 FORD COURIER NOW $17,990

2004 FALCON FUTURA NOW $21,990

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2004 FALCON BA FUTURA NOW $22,990

2006 FORD MONDEO ZETEC NOW $24,990

2004 FALCON XR6 TURBO NOW $27,990

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2003 MITSUBISHI PEJARO NOW $27,990

193DB015/07

1999 FALCON XR6 NOW $12,990

2005 FORD TERRITORY GHIA NOW $42,990

2005 FALCON BF XR6 NOW $32,990

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Subject to normal lending criteria. Conditions apply.

L.M.V.D.

www.fairviewmotors.co.nz

Alexandra Street, TE AWAMUTU

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