Coast to Chrome

18/05/2026

Every now and then, a car shows up at a local rally that completely alters your perspective on automotive history. While the 1920s in America were defined by the rugged, towering Ford Model T, across the Atlantic, André Citroën was staging a miniature color revolution.

We caught this breathtaking 1920s Citroën Type C 5HP Torpedo Roadster holding court at the Pambula Show & Shine. Affectionately known as the "Little Lemon" due to its signature factory yellow paint, this lightweight icon features a striking boat-tail rear deck that the French cheekily dubbed the "Cul de poule" (hen's bottom).

Powered by a tiny but dead-reliable 856 cc four-cylinder engine, this budget-friendly cruiser came factory standard with an electric starter and electric lights—wildly advanced luxuries for an economy car of the era. Seeing this impeccably restored piece of European history sitting out on the South Coast grass is a massive treat for any true gearhead. Huge congrats to the owners for keeping this vibrant pre-war milestone rolling! 🇦🇺🇫🇷

Would you dare tackle a long-distance coastal road trip in an 11-horsepower classic with zero seatbelts? Drop a comment below, tell us what you think, and share the post! 👇📈

17/05/2026

17/05/2026

17/05/2026

SOUTHERN THAILAND BOUND! 🇹🇭 Drop your scouting reports below!

The bags are packed, the camera gear is prepped, and we are officially heading to paradise. We’re mapping out an epic run through Phuket, Khao Lak, Krabi, and Koh Lanta—but you know we can't just sit on a beach. We're on the hunt for content.

We want to track down the coolest, rarest, and most unique classic vehicles this side of the equator for the channel. Whether it's:

Pre-war relics or 60s muscle hiding out in Old Town alleys 🚙

Mint vintage Vespas or custom retro bikes parked by the coast 🛵

Gritty local restomod shops or hidden backyard garages 🔧

Classic JDM gems or unique "Thai Rod" custom builds 🇹🇭

If you’ve traveled through these spots, live locally, or know a guy who knows a guy with a warehouse full of steel and chrome in Southern Thailand, we need your suggestions!

Where should we point the lenses? Drop your favorite locations, shop names, or secret spots in the comments below! 👇

Lak

16/05/2026

The Dark Knight of Tilba! 🦇🖤 We caught this menacing 2019 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special (NSW: EIW-11) standing tall at the Tilba Cemetery for the ANZAC Day Rally. With the Milwaukee-Eight 114 heartbeat and a Screamin’ Eagle intake, this Vivid Black beauty is the definition of a performance bagger. Modern iron meeting a historic landscape. 🏁🇦🇺🏍️

Discussion: Chrome or Blacked-out—which side of the Harley fence do you sit on? 👇✨

16/05/2026

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16/05/2026

"Get one - before you're too old to understand." 🇿🇦✈️🇦🇺
Take a look at this absolute masterpiece of global muscle car history. This is the classic launch ad for the HT Monaro GTS V8, but with a twist—this particular campaign targeted the South African market!

Around 1969 and 1970, General Motors South Africa was importing completely knocked-down (CKD) kits of our homegrown HT Monaro straight from Australia, assembling them locally at Port Elizabeth.

To introduce the sleek Aussie coupe to South African buyers, the marketing team didn't holding back. They bypassed the standard corporate jargon and went straight for a brilliant, rebellious hook aimed at the youth culture: buy a roaring V8 coupe before you're too old to get the point.

Featuring that stunning orange paintwork and the iconic 5.0-litre V8 rumble described as "an approaching thunderstorm," this ad is a legendary piece of cross-continental motoring history.

Did anyone out there ever spot one of these South African assembled HTs, or do you have an original Aussie Sebring Orange cruiser in the garage? Drop your photos and stories below! 👇

15/05/2026

BLUE REBELLION: The 1920s Delivery Legend. 🥐📦
If you think modern parcel delivery is a gamble, imagine navigating the unsealed, muddy mountain tracks of the South Coast a century ago with nothing but a 20-horsepower engine and a cabin held together by ash timber, iron bolts, and sheer hope.

This spectacular Ford Model T Baker’s Van was an absolute standout at the Pambula Show & Shine. While Henry Ford wanted everything painted black, this baker rebelled with a gorgeous shade of royal blue that makes the hand-painted gold leaf signage absolutely pop. Blokes back then didn't have climate control; they had three foot pedals, a throttle lever on the steering column, and a beautifully curved C-pillar designed to maximize cargo space for the morning run.

It’s a stark reminder that back in the day, even a daily commercial workhorse was treated like a rolling piece of art. Massive respect to the caretakers keeping this primitive, beautiful piece of Bega Valley history alive and kicking.

Do you reckon modern delivery vans have lost their soul compared to these wooden, brass-era classics? Drop a comment, tell us what you think, and share the post! 👇

15/05/2026

Setting the record straight from Central Tilba! 🇦🇺🪖

Spotted a unicorn—the 2001 FXDXT Dyna Super Glide T-Sport. 🏁 With its performance-first setup and that rare teal finish, it’s easy to see why these are the holy grail for collectors. 🛠️🦾

Who else would trade their current ride for a mint T-Sport? 💎🤔

18/01/2026

Pure mid-century majesty meets American V8 muscle! 🏁 Captured at the Pambula Show & Shine, this 1950s Buick Special is a masterclass in automotive art, rocking deep paint and more chrome than a jewelry store.

Interesting Facts: The VentiPorts: Those iconic holes in the fenders aren't just for show—they originally helped cool the engine, but quickly became Buick’s signature style. 🌬️

Straight out of the prohibition era! 🏁 We spotted this incredible 1930 Buick Coupe at Classics @ Cobargo. This was the year Buick really solidified its repu...