Vehicle: A1974 Holden Torana SL/R 5000
Engine: L31 308
Transmission: Four-speed manual
Colour: Contessa Gold
Name: Stu MacLeod
From: Invercargill
When and why did you buy it? 1998, I liked it
What is the vehicle’s history? Australasian assembled, New Zealand-new, five owners
Have you altered it in any way? No, I like original cars
What’s it like to drive? Drives very well
What’s it worth? Doesn’t matter, it’s not for sale
Where’s your favourite stretch of road? State Highway 6 – Devil’s Staircase
Top speed? Unsure, I have never pushed too hard
Best driving experience? West Coast, South Island
Worst driving experience? Auckland traffic
What other vehicles of note have you owned? 1970 Capri 3000E, 1977 Falcon GS ute, 1987 2.8 Capri (which I still own)
Best music to drive to? Beck, Odelay
Describe your driving style: Smooth
If you could go for a drive in any vehicle it would be a… ? XA GT Falcon Coupe RPO 83
What was the first car you ever bought? 1974 Mark III Cortina
Do you belong to any clubs? Southland Holden Enthusiasts Club (I’m a classic car enthusiast, I don’t care what badge it has on it)
EVENT: Aussie Crawl 2017, Saturday, June 17, Invercargill to Te Anau via an undisclosed route. Hosted by the Southland Holden Enthusiasts Club. Any Australian marque welcome. For more information or to register, phone Rod, 029 223 0796, or Vicki, 027 244 0467, or email secretary@southlandholdenclub.co.nz
