Car Features

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.

Photos by Jan van Der Walt
Owner: Alex Fraser  
Builder: Kings Customs Garage  
Year: 1957  
Make: Chevy  
Model: 3100

Body Work and Customization

By Monty Booth (Owner)
Photos by Etienne Fouche

Enter Monty Booth, the mastermind behind an astonishing piece of machinery: his 1932 Ford Roadster. Monty is not just any car enthusiast; he is a bona fide Rodder and an obsessive perfectionist, pouring his soul into every build. After visiting countless workshops, I can honestly say Monty’s workspace is every car lover’s dream. I fought hard to suppress my envy, but as I entered, my jaw dropped, and “Wow!” slipped from my lips more times than I could count.

Owners: PJ Erasmus and JJ Erasmus
Photos by jan van der Walt

BODY WORK

The Project Begins
The journey to create his dream car, a 1973 Ford Gran Torino, started when Gustav stumbled upon a rusted Torino body in a Delmas dealer's yard. The unique concave indentations on the side panels caught his eye, and he knew he had to have it. Despite the extensive rust and previous restoration attempts, Gustav was undeterred.