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Wheel Nuts

DARREN Russell bought his beloved 1953 FX Holden as a 16-year-old almost three decades ago, and he's still got it.

Holden treasured for 30 years

Arthur and Carolyn Causley.1949 Holden FX and a 1956 Panorama Deluxe Caravan

IT is a combination that gets eyes blinking and necks twisting.


A terrific travelling time warp

PIC: PAUL SCAMBLER and REPORT: Corey MARTINSunday Wheelnuts: Penguin.Tony Dick of Penguin, and his 1932 Ford Roadster

PENGUIN'S Tony Dick built both his 1932 Ford Roadster and Rad Road from scratch.

Building from the chassis up

Bob Findlay with his 1973 Leyland P76 V8 and 2008 Chrysler Crossfire

A FORTY-FOUR-gallon drum would fit in the boot but the 1973 Leyland P76 is long remembered as a "lemon".

No sour taste with smart P76

KEVIN Maxfield is dedicated to keeping his 1955 FJ Holden in the best condition possible for as long as he can.

Old '55 gets well looked after

PENGUIN'S Brad Jordan has not always been interested in Holden Toranas.


Torana the pick of the bunch

THE National Automobile Museum of Tasmania's new feature display - Enthusiasts' Choice: Evolution and Beyond - offers a unique glimpse at contrasting attitudes towards classic vehicles.

Classic journeys on display

Ashley Viney who is a mechanic at Les Walkden Racing

WHEN Ashley Viney stepped into a diesel mechanic apprenticeship five years ago, he had no idea it would lead to a career in motorsport.

Life in fast lane for mechanic

John and Paula Barrass with their 1967 Lotus Elan and 2004 Lotus Elise.

RIVERSIDE'S John and Paula Barrass don't like their Lotuses, they love them.

Lotuses the love of their lives

Helen Dennis, of Perth, shows off her 1965 HD Holden ambulance. Picture: Neil Richardson

WHEEL NUTS: Helen Dennis's 1965 HD Holden panel van is "one-of-a-kind". "Number 94" was built to a special order for the Glamorgan Ambulance Service and was used on the East Coast as a St Johns medical vehicle until 1983 when it was dismissed.

Ex-ambulance given new life | Photos

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