Before Nissan’s Godzilla there was the HR31, Jimmy Richards’ favourite Nissan race car.
Not only was the HR31 the first Nissan Richards drove, he also clinched the Australian Touring Car crown in it. Supersonic Collectibles has this 1:18 scale version. It’s superbly finished and in the iconic Nissan red, white and blue livery with number 2 on the door, Richards’ number that season. The level of detail is amazing too and it is a worthy addition to a collection for any Nissan or Touring car fan.
Now at a special price of $269.95 from supersoniccollectibles.com.au
2. NEW SNOUT
If ever you find yourself in the need of a replacement part for almost any popular make you care to name, then head straight to Muscle Car Parts. Given the size and range of the inventory its warehouse must rival Amazon’s for size. Should you be the custodian of a VK Commodore and are using it as a daily, a weekender or as a project and it needs a new snout, check out this one. It’s a brand new reproduction part and comes with all the fittings.
Now $215 from allmusclecarparts.com.au
3. TIGHT SPOTS
Anybody in workshop land knows Warren & Brown Tools for its great service and quality range. Admit it, we’ve all been in those spots where your hand can’t quite reach to reinstall a bolt or part. This is where the Extension Clamp saves time by not having to remove other parts to get into a tight spot. The clamp’s jaws open 3mm (1/8-inch) to 28mm (1.125-inch) wide and its vice-like grip means you won’t drop what you’re holding. A must have in every tool kit.
From $49.50 at wbtools.com.au
4. NOW STEER THIS
Moto Lita steering wheels have been around forever. British and hand-made, they do feel special. Before airbags they were standard fit on many famed marques. The Healey Factory stocks Mota Lita tillers for many makes and models. This is one of the many wheels in stock. It’s made from cross-laminated wood, bonded and rivetted to a one-piece heavy-gauge hand-polished aluminium alloy frame and features three spokes. It will look the part in a range of classics.
Check out the full Mota Lita range at healeyfactory.com.au
5. FELINE CLIPS
Do you own a Jag or know someone who does and want to surprise them with the least likely gift imaginable, but one that will be welcomed? Here you have it, a tin of paper clips in the shape of the legendary E-Type and the latest F-Type. Housed inside a tin with the Jaguar logo engraved on it, the paper clips are finished in matte red and the shapes are completely authentic of the two cars. A perfect gift for any Jag owner or enthusiast and functional as well.
Cost is $18 from shop.barrybourke.com.au
6. BRAKE COOLER
Ballarat-based and serving the Australian auto industry for decades is Bendix. Makers of brake pads, discs and everything else associated with halting proceedings, Bendix is a household name in workshops across the country. A big seller in its merch range is this insulated 17L retro icebox. It secures well, to keep from popping open when you’re on the go and like the eskys of old, this one is made of metal. Like Bendix brake pads, it can handle a good deal of use with ease and carries loads of food or libations.
Yours for $89.95 from bendix.com.au