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Our 2002 Holden Commodore VY Berlina, affectionately known as Harry, recently proved that age is no barrier to reliability or style. Now showing 270,400 km, Harry joined our small collection three years ago and has since become part of the family. While he was already in excellent condition, we’ve completed a series of careful maintenance and safety upgrades—always guided by our own Holden VT–VY Workshop Manual. The Journey Begins We left our home in northern Wairarapa early Saturday morning, heading north toward Hamilton, the first stop on our 2,000 km journey. Sunday morning saw us on the road again, with...

In the annals of early motoring adventures, few tales capture the spirit of exploration and the challenges of early 20th-century roads as vividly as the account of Mr. Somerset Playne's thousand-mile journey through New Zealand. Driving a 10-12 h.p. De Dion two-seater car, a vehicle already seasoned by travels in England, South Africa, and Australia, Mr. Playne embarked on a remarkable round trip from Wellington to Auckland via New Plymouth. This article delves into the details of this pioneering journey, highlighting the triumphs, tribulations, and the breathtaking scenery that defined this automotive adventure. The Journey Begins: Wellington to Hastings The...