DRIVE PERFORMANCE

Big Boys Toys 2011 has a range of Drive features from classic cars to super cars, from vehicles you can drive home to vehicles you dream of owning, from Mustangs to Motorcycles.  The show has loads of amazing displays from Vintage Cars to the latest V8 Supertourers, from  Can-Am ATV’s and Spyder Roadsters to the 2012 Suzuki Motorcycles. 

There some amazing displays from the likes of Eastern Automotive Performance Centre, BRP - Can-Am, Webb's Classic & Vintage Motorcycles & Cars, The Toy Shop, Team Track and more.  Here is a glimpse of “Drive” at Big Boys Toys 2011.

V8 Supertourers

The V8 SuperTourers will be at Big Boys Toys with their V8 Supertourer Prototype Racer and the drivers competing in the 2012 series.  The V8 Supertourers series is headed by double world touring champion Paul Radisich.   This is a chance for you to meet iconic V8 Drivers such as Radisich, Johnny Mac and Andy Booth.

There will be Driver Signing Sessions on Saturday & Sunday for 45 minutes each from –

• 11:30am – 12:15pm
• 2:00pm – 2:45pm

There is also a chance to WIN a hotlap with Greg Murphy in the V8 SuperTourer.

Suzuki

Suzuki is one of the world’s most successful automotive brands, with a reputation as an innovative leader in compact car, motorcycle, marine and4WD technology.  Suzuki offers a range from New Zealand’s most popular small car, the Suzuki Swift, to the class-leading Grand Vitara 4WD range. It is also New Zealand’s top selling motorcycle brand, with an extensive range of motorcycles from 50cc scooters, to powerful classic cruisers and competition-winning superbikes like the GSX-R1000.  They will showcase their new 2012 motorcycle models at Big Boys Toys.

Ssangyong

SsangYong is a Korean car manufacturer that focuses on providing innovative, high quality vehicles that are affordable. They have been making vehicles for over five decades and specialise in modern and practical SUV’s and Utes, perfect for the Kiwi lifestyle. On show this year at BBT is the international launch of Ssangyong’s all new 2012 SUT 1 – quad-cab pickup truck.

Mustangs: Through the Years

The “Mustang: Through the Years” display is a must-see for Ford lovers, or car lovers in general.  This is rare opportunity to see an historical collection of Ford Mustang model variations from the launch of the iconic 1964, through the ‘70s, ‘80s ‘90s to an advance look at the stunning 2012 Mustang.

Hulme Supercar

The first ever Supercar to be designed and built in New Zealand, the Hulme Supercar was a hit at this year’s “Goodwood Festival of Speed” in England.

It takes its name from New Zealand’s only Formula One world champion – Denny Hulme, and is described as a Formula One car you can drive on the road.

After getting rave reviews from Top Gear and getting huge interest at the Goodwood Festival, you will be able to see New Zealand’s first Supercar at Big Boys Toys.

 

Kiwi-A-Salt Land Speed Record

Back in 1979, Bill Ward became the first kiwi to build and race on the Bonneville Salt Flats, following in the footsteps of our own Burt Munro.  Although Bill was fastest in his class, he never completed the runs necessary for that elusive Land Speed Record.  He and his team went back in ’82 and ’84 still the fastest, but still no record.

They went back to the Bonneville Speedweek in 2008 and set a Land Speed Record of 158.151 miles per hours (254.52 km) in a rear-engine, supercharged Flathead V8 powered 27 T Roadster.

Bill Ward and his team will show off their record-breaking roadster at Big Boys Toys, as he prepares to head back to the Bonneville Salt Flats in 2012.  Determined to break more records next year, Bill is bringing his mantra “Have Fun, Go Fast, Be Safe” and his roadster to Big Boys Toys before he heads back to Bonneville.

 

Porsche Display

A feature display of this iconic European sportscar – Porsche.