Car Features

Reviving the Dream
Fast forward to 2012. The brothers had spent the years honing their skills, with Heinrich Enslin recently completing a GT40 build. But the itch to finish their six-wheeler pickup had never gone away. During a hunt for a '50s Ford F100, they stumbled upon a fiberglass 1954 F100 replica body from the Hot Rod Factory in East London. The project was back on—this time with fiberglass and a renewed sense of determination.

The Build Begins

Photos By Chris Wall

Jimmy’s mission was simple: build a feature-worthy Volvo 122S. He was even more motivated after spotting one in a magazine that he thought didn’t deserve the spotlight. Determined to show the world what a true showstopper should look like, Jimmy put in the work, and the result speaks for itself.

Over the years, I scoured every corner of South Africa and beyond for the perfect Merc. But 2-door models? Rare as hen’s teeth. All I could find were 4-door shells in states of disrepair that didn’t justify the cost and effort of restoration. And trust me, building a leadsled isn't a job for the faint of heart. It’s a long, painstaking process. At one point, I even considered importing a fiberglass Merc kit from AC Autos in the U.S., but the dream of finding a genuine 2-door was still burning.

Photos by Melissa Maeder
Owner: David Szot-Myburg  
Location: Noordhoek, Cape Town  

David, a lifelong Hot Rod enthusiast, can’t seem to stop building cars, no matter how many times he tells himself the current project is the last. There’s always another car with potential—another project waiting to be transformed. And that’s exactly what happened with this Nova.

The Gumtree Find and the Vision

The Birth of a Legend
This car wasn’t just a one-off; it was the genesis of a legacy that transformed the Mustang from a stylish cruiser into a high-octane race car. When Ford's Lee Iacocca approached Carroll Shelby with the idea of turning the Mustang into a competitive SCCA Production class racer, the result was nothing short of revolutionary. Shelby stripped the Mustang to its bones, installing a 289 cubic-inch V8 engine that roared with 350 horsepower—a staggering amount for its time.

Owner: Marcel Weyers  
Builders: Marcel Weyers, Rynard Meyer, Vivian Weyers, and the EXCEL TOOLING team  
Location: Port Elizabeth

The Search and the Find

Owner: Jaco Nel
Builder: Generation Old School Benoni
Location: East Rand 
Year: 1967
Make: Ford 
Model: Mustang GT500 

The Genesis of a Project
The journey began with a fortuitous find. Initially purchased in fair condition, the Mustang sported a yellow body with black stripes. While it was enjoyed in its original state for some time, Jaco's pursuit of perfection and his desire to replicate Eleanor led him to Generation Old School Benoni, where he tasked them with transforming the car into his dream machine.

Authenticity at Its Core
The Shelby GT40 Continuation is not a kit car or replica. It is a genuine continuation of the original GT40, authorized and licensed by Safir GT40 Spares LLC. Each vehicle is numbered with the original GT40-P chassis numbers and is listed in the Shelby Car World Registry and the official GT40 registry. This ensures that every Shelby GT40 Continuation is recognized as a true descendant of the legendary race cars.

Standard Features

At the heart of this beast lies a brand-new GM LT1 V8, roaring with 460 horsepower and perfectly paired with a GM 10L80 10-speed automatic transmission. The under-hood action stays cool and efficient thanks to a Holley serpentine system, while a custom-built exhaust featuring Magnaflow mufflers ensures that this C10 sings a tune of pure power. Add in an independent front suspension, a Ford 9-inch rear axle with a 3.73 gear ratio, and 245/50R18 Michelin Pilot Sport tires hugging 18-inch Forgeline wheels, and you've got a truck that's ready to dominate the road.