Motoring June 22, 2018
MINI
Fresh new look for an all-time favourite
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MINI leading the techno battle M INI New Zealand is pleased to announce specification and pricing information of the new MINI 3-Door Hatch and the new MINI
5-Door Hatch. New technology, cutting-edge connectivity, new front and rear LED lights and an advanced dual-clutch automatic gearbox are just some of the features in the new 2018 MINI 3-Door Hatch and MINI 5-Door Hatch. The changes are focused on driver appeal and core new technologies, including MINI Navigation as standard, and firstin- class options such as new anti-dazzle adaptive headlights with Matrix high beam and the introduction of MINI Connected. New Zealand pricing*: 3-Door Cooper $35,900 3-Door Cooper S $44,500 3-Door John Cooper Works $54,900 5-Door Cooper $37,000 5-Door Cooper S $45,600 *Recommended retail pricing, excluding on-road costs. All pricing shown with standard 6-speed manual gearbox. From the newly-designed MINI logo – a prominent feature on the new key fob, as well as the exterior, projection lighting and steering wheel – through to the latest lighting systems, the new MINI’s overall design has been further refined. The exterior character of the new MINI range has been refreshed with the introduction of a new front and rear LED light design, enhancing the on-road presence
of the new MINI 3-Door Hatch and MINI 5-Door Hatch. Contributing to the MINI’s unique look is the newly-designed LED lighting system that is fitted as standard to the John Cooper Works variant (optional on
Cooper and Cooper S). This system has been designed to further increase both low- and high-beam range. LED daytime running lights and LED turn indicators are integrated into the
EXPLORE MORE CORNERS. THE NEW MINI 3-DOOR HATCH AND 5-DOOR HATCH.
The iconic MINI Hatch range has been refreshed to make inner city driving more thrilling. Combining pioneering technology with unmistakable MINI aesthetics, you’ll stand out on the road while enjoying each and every corner. And with innovations like real time traffic information and online search functionality, exploring city corners has never been more exciting. The new MINI Hatch available from $35,900+orc* CHRISTCHURCH MINI GARAGE. 30 Manchester Street, Christchurch, 8011. 03 363 7240. CHCHMINI.co.nz Recommended Retail Price based on a MINI Cooper 3-Door Hatch, including GST, excluding on-road and delivery costs. New MINI’s come with MINI’s 3 Year Scheduled Servicing Warranty Plan and Roadside Assistance. Models shown with optional extras. For full car specifications see www.MINI.co.nz.
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main headlight fitting to create a unique lighting signature. Move to the rear and the distinctive Union Jack styled tail lights (standard John Cooper Works) are set to become another icon of MINI design.
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Friday, June 22, 2018
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Dispensing with subtleties H arley-Davidson always has mid-year models of interest, and the 2018 HarleyDavidson Forty-Eight Special definitely fits that category. Part of the popular Sportster platform, which now includes the all-new Iron 1200, the Forty-Eight Special redefines the lowbar cruiser it is based on. While this motorcycle is closely related to the Sportster Forty-Eight, the 2018 Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special is definitely its own motorcycle. Yes, it shares many major components with the standard Forty-Eight, but with Harley-Davidsons, the magic is in the details. Rather than narrow flat bars, the FortyEight Special gets Tallboy handlebars. The Tallboy bars put your fists up with a 7.25-inch rise, and the fairly flat bend gives the Forty-Eight Special an aggressive custom look. While the standard Forty-Eight is intended to evoke the 1940s, the Forty-Eight Special has a 1970s vibe. The graphic treatment on the 2.2-gallon peanut tank pays homage to the notorious AMF era that isn’t the least bit subtle. Black may be a popular colour scheme, but the Forty-Eight Special proudly flaunts its chrome. Yes, there are black cylinders on the familiar Evolution 1200 engine, but the pushrod tubes, lower rocker boxes, and tappet covers set that off nicely with chrome. In contrast to the black air filter box on the intake side, the Forty-Eight Special
has chrome shields for the black exhaust system. Michelin Scorcher tires are mounted on black aluminum rims. The 9-spoke design uses split spokes, and a Michelin Scorcher 31 is up front and a Scorcher 11T on the rear. They are both fat 16-inchers.
The suspension is high spec for a Sportster. Like the Forty-Eight, the Forty-Eight Special gets a 49mm fork grasped by a hefty triple clamp. Inside that fork is cartridge damping for impressive performance. In common with the Sportster FortyEight, the Forty-Eight Special has forward
controls and a resolute solo seat. Harley-Davidson has set a goal of 100 new models by 2027. The 2018 Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special isn’t an all-new bike, but it does put them one model closer to their goal in style.
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Friday, June 22, 2018
Ford’s finest hour
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veryone knows about Ford’s intense war with Ferrari in the 1960s, and how it crescendoed at the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans with a (now iconic) blue-oval whitewash of the top three. Less well versed is the huge influence from New Zealanders there was on that podium. The winning car was driven by two of them; Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon (you may have heard of them), while Denny Hulme – Aotearoa’s only Formula 1 world champion – finished second with co-driver Ken Miles of the UK. Miles and Hulme had dominated much of the race, but were told in the late stages to slow for a formation finish, and that ultimately led to the all-Kiwi GT40 (dressed in black and white) to cross the line first in controversial fashion. Not that Ford gave a rats about which driver finished where; all they’d cared about was thrashing Ferrari. The third of those GT40 MkIIs was driven by two American drivers; Ronnie Bucknum and Dick Hutcherson. They finished 12 laps down, but still played a key role in the fight with their Holman & Moody-campaigned Ford. Though Bucknum and Hutcherson have since passed away, their car lives on, and now it’s set to come up for sale at RM Sotheby’s August sale at Pebble Beach, Monterey, California. Price? In the ballpark of $9-12 million US dollars, or $NZ13-17 million. According to the auction house, this is the exact chassis that claimed the thirdplaced finish - P/1016. It’s been restored to racing spec and decoration, including that fabulous and uniquely ‘60s pink and gold livery. There’s a few interesting sidenotes, when it comes to chassis P/1016.
It’s the only GT40 to take on the competition equipped with an automatic transmission. And it also only raced three more times before being retired from competition. These races included two performances at the 24 Hours Daytona Continental, and a return to Le Mans in 1967. From there it had a deservedly sedate
life, jetted around the world to various car shows including the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Pebble Beach. “The sale of this GT40 represents a real chance for any collector or motorsport enthusiast to own a significant piece of history,” says RM Sotheby’s Alexander Weaver. “This Ford has been restored to the
condition it raced in, which will be a vital consideration for any prospective buyer. “Few cars can be considered gold standard, but this GT40 is, and will always be remembered as one of the Fords that finally beat Ferrari.” Should any Kiwi readers want to have a crack at bidding on this beautiful thing, it goes under the hammer on August 24–25.
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Friday, June 22, 2018
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The commuter’s friend
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eugeot has launched an integrated car and electric bike mobility solution, the all-new Peugeot 5008 SUV and the eF01 Electric Bike. The aluminium-framed eF01 electric bike weighs just 18.6kg, is fitted with a battery and a motor with enough charge for up to 18-25 miles in range and will propel riders at a top speed of 12.5mph. In the UK, 36 per cent of UK motorists commute to work, but parking challenges mean that many may still have to find another mode of travel to complete the ‘last mile’ to their workplace. The issue is even more of a problem in London, with 46 per cent of the capital’s drivers concerned about parking. Peugeot’s unique, fold-away electric bike integrates neatly into the boot space of the all-new 5008 SUV with a mobile charging dock, giving commuters an onboard solution to conquer the final part of their journey. The all-new Peugeot 5008 SUV offers urban drivers a premium SUV with a range of advanced safety technologies. Its class-leading modularity and versatility make it an ideal partner for life in the city with excellent handling and ride. The two removable, separate, folding seats in the third row allow for flexibility, which enables an impressive load space of 952 litres as well as extra legroom. BMX star, Kriss Kyle and 2016 Ladies FIA European Rally Champion, Catie Munnings, took to the streets of London to showcase this complete, all-in-one transport solution for the city commute. Gilles Vidal, Director of Peugeot Design, said: “The all-new 5008 SUV has been a huge success – selling 42,000 in Europe since launch in 2017 and almost 3000 vehicles in the UK since launch in January 2018.
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ack in March, Ford New Zealand confirmed that the Mustang GT Bullitt (a modern day tribute to Steve McQueen’s on-screen sidekick in the ‘70s film of the same name) would be coming here by the end of the year. Now, they’ve confirmed even more details. In a new release, Ford have said that only 50 of the staunch rear-wheel drive coupes would be coming here – the first of them landing in October. Ford have also confirmed price; a starting RRP of $93,490. That might sound a fair whack more than the $79,990 GT V8 base price, but consider too the limited numbers. Of that 50 coming to New Zealand, 30 of them have already been sold. What makes a Bullitt Mustang a Bullitt? Well – apart from visual changes including new 19-inch Torq Thrust wheels, revised front fascia, aero kit, badging, and signature ‘Dark Highland Green’ and ‘Shadow Black’ colourways – the biggest upgrade is power. Ford have squeezed 6kW more out of their Coyote 5.0-litre V8. It now develops 345kW and 566Nm of torque, which helps it hit a top speed of 262km/h (12km/h more than the standard GT). And this makes it the most powerful Mustang that Ford NZ sells here.
“Spacious, versatile and packed with the latest technology, we felt the Peugeot 5008 SUV was the perfect vehicle to pair with our first electrically assisted folding bike. “Peugeot is the only brand that offers two wheel, three wheel and four wheel mobility solutions which are manually powered, electrically assisted, hybrid, fully electric or equipped with an internal combustion engine. “Thanks to this enormous flexibility in
our range we can offer a mobility solution for every requirement. “Together, the 5008 SUV and eF01 electric bike combine two modes of transport to create a complete door-to-door solution, no matter what your destination might be.” Kriss Kyle, BMX champion, said: “The eF01 is a fantastic bike to ride – it’s great fun and practical. I was delighted to be a part of this project and I think it’s brilliant
that Peugeot have created a solution for the last mile, which means people have the option to drive their car and cycle their bike.” The eF01 electric bike can be charged on a mobile docking station in just 60 minutes and can be folded and unfolded in less than 10 seconds. The combination of the 5008 SUV and the eF01 bike creates an ideal solution to be able to travel anywhere.
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Friday, june 22, 2018
RACING
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fter a six-month preparation and development programme, a race-ready Bentley Bentayga is in Colorado and ready to take on the 96th running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb this weekend. Along the exceptionally challenging 12.42-mile course, which features 156 corners and a 4720 ft climb, the Bentayga will have to average a minimum of 60 mph to achieve its target – to claim the outright Production SUV record. Tackling the challenge will be two-time overall Pikes Peak champion Rhys Millen, whose race team has been working tirelessly with Bentley Motorsport this year to prepare the car for The Race to The Clouds. The combination of 600 bhp engine, adaptive air suspension and 48V electric active anti-roll control makes the Bentayga the perfect challenger for the SUV record. As a competitor in the Production class, minimal changes have been permitted. The car features a roll cage, fire suppression system and racing seat, plus new tyres selected from Pirelli’s DOT-marked range. Around 300 kg of interior trim has been temporarily removed for the event as stipulated by the rules, but in all other respects the Bentayga is a standard W12powered production car. A sports exhaust from Akrapovic completes the specification of the car, which is finished in eye-catching Radium Satin paintwork and Bentley’s Styling Specification kit – adding a carbon fibre front splitter, diffuser, side skirts and aerodynamic rear spoiler. Bentley’s Director of Motorsport, Brian Gush, comments: “Our preparation for the event has been extremely thorough, and our Bentley Motorsport race engineers have produced
a car that demonstrates the Bentayga’s inherent potential to the full. “It’s now up to Rhys to drive the best run possible – but after his performances in testing, we have every confidence in him. “The weather is the one factor we can’t control so we’re hoping for a clear Sunday morning.” Driver Rhys Millen comments: “We’ve honed the Bentayga’s incredible abilities and ensured we have a car for Pikes Peak that’s both safe and fast through two very productive test sessions with the Bentley Motorsport team. “The course is one you can only attack with a car that can gain and lose speed very quickly, because it’s so tight and twisty. “The combination of 600 bhp, 664 lb ft (900
Nm) and carbon ceramic brakes means that the Bentayga can accelerate and decelerate incredibly hard – and that’s what I’ll be counting on for my run. “I can’t wait to get started at the mountain later this week.” For this unique challenge of performance, speed and precision, Bentley has again partnered with Mobil 1, who provide engine oils for the Bentley range.
With the stresses of full-load performance at high altitude, only the highest quality engine oil will protect the engine and allow it to perform faultlessly, delivering the power that Millen will need to break the record. The engine is filled with the same Mobil 1 oil used right across the Bentayga range.
Rhys Millen has a pedigree many New Zealanders will identify with; he’s son of Rod Millen, champion Kiwi rally driver who moved to the States and just continued on with his stellar career.
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Friday, June 22, 2018
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Exclusively Ferrari
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n occasion of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Prancing Horse is launching a unique ‘Piloti Ferrari’ specification for the Ferrari 488 Pista. This special custom creation, the latest from the exclusive Tailor Made programme, was designed to recognise the success of clients who race Ferraris and will make its debut on the eve of the legendary French endurance race at the Circuit de la Sarthe. Inspired by AF Corse’s no. 51 car, with which Alessandro Pier Guidi and James Calado won the 2017 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Drivers’ and Manufacturers’ titles, this special finish for the new Ferrari 488 Pista is available exclusively for customers involved in the company’s motor sports programmes. The exterior features a new livery with stripes in the colours of the Italian flag recalling the racing version of the 488 GTE, embellished by a laurel celebrating the WEC title, the logo of the championship and the word PRO indicating the class the car raced in. The Italian flag livery features again along the car’s flanks which are also adorned with the personal race number each client will be able to add. The matte black S-Duct and the natural carbon-fibre dovetail suspended rear spoiler and vent surrounds round off the personalisation of the exterior. The interior, in black Alcantara®, includes seats upholstered with a special perforated version of the same material that incorporates the Italian flag in the central band of the backrest. The Piloti Ferrari 488 Pista is powered by the latest 720-cv version of the 3.9-litre turbocharged V8, which has been voted best engine in the world for the third consecutive year at the 2018 International Engine of the Year Awards.
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