Vehicle: 1968 Pontiac Laurentian
Engine: 350 Chev
Transmission: Turbo 350
Colour: Blue
Name: Peter de Ruyter
From: Invercargill
When and why did acquire it? In 2003, because it became available
What is the vehicle’s history? I am the fourth owner
Have you altered it in any way? Not too much, took off the vinyl top
What’s it like to drive? Very good
Where’s your favourite stretch of road? Anywhere
Top speed? 60mph
Best driving experience? They’re all good
Worst driving experience? Buying a car in Auckland, then driving home and getting hail damage
What other vehicles of note have you owned? Fords, Valiants, Pontiacs
Best music to drive to? Anything. If it’s bad, the radio gets turned off
Describe your driving style: I am a potential road rage candidate
If you could go for a drive in any vehicle it would be a…? Any vehicle, as long as it’s going
What was the first vehicle you ever bought? Morris 1800 Land Crab
Do you belong to any clubs? Street Machines Southland
Event: Street Machines Southland last summer cruise for the season will be tomorrow beginning at 6.30pm with a barbecue at Choppa’s Tyres, 144 Spey St, before the cruise leaves at 7.30pm. All drivers of American and Australian muscle cars welcome
