When Horsepower Had Soul: The Island’s First Golf R32
There are cars that make you stop in your tracks, even if just for a second and this was one of those moments. I was in a hurry, no time to waste… until, at a distance, I caught a glimpse of something rare, something special. A Mk5 Volkswagen Golf R32, just sitting there. In a split second I knew I had to take a photo, because cars like this don’t show up every day, not around here and this is the kind of spot that turns a normal day into a car enthusiast’s moment of joy. Just one photo, but sometimes that’s all it takes.
A Pug, Tools & Tints: Another Chapter in My Touring’s Comeback
When I first bought my BMW E39 520i Touring, it was far from a well-kept wagon, mainly on the outside. It sat bruised, faded and begging for attention. Since that day, I’ve been chipping away at its restoration one step at a time. This latest chapter took me to my friend Rodrigo’s 3RSil garage, where […]
“Wait… Where’s the Wing?” – The Curious Case of the Wingless GT3
Always on the lookout for different cars than the ones I usually see back home, I made good use of my time during a vacation in Porto, Portugal. My local friends, Filipe and Miguel, took me for a ride to an area packed with dealerships and garages — the perfect setting to boost our chances of spotting something special.
Through the Streets of Japan: A Carspotter’s Tale – Chapter I
If you want to see some of the most unique cars in the world, Japan is a must. It was always on my bucket list and, to my surprise, it’s the first place I managed to cross off so, Japan, here we go!
Restoring Stopping Power: Brembo Upgrades for My E39 Touring
If you enjoy driving, you know how much of a difference high-quality brakes make, especially when your old discs and pads are well past their prime.
Volkswagen Golf 7R: A Perfect Balance of Power and Practicality
Recently, while visiting the scenic seaside of Porto Martins for a family lunch, I came across a striking Lapiz Blue Volkswagen Golf 7R.
Open Base Day 2022 @ Lajes Air Base
Although it may not be as large as it once was, but there’s always something different to see at Open Base Day, and it’s still a fantastic way to spend the day. Due to security reasons, this major event in my hometown has seen its covered area significantly reduced year after year. Held at a […]
A Touch of Chrome: OEM+ Side Mirror Covers
The Mondeo came home when I was 15. Later, at 18, I was finally able to drive it and thus the modding fest began. By that point, all my knowledge about driving and “car decoration” came from intensive workshops and famous webinars you all may also be familiar with, called “Need for Speed” and “Forza […]
Challenge Accepted – Taking On The Yellow Prius
A microwave heats faster, but a BBQ tastes better. There was this yellow Prius (XW60) passing by while I was waiting at the STOP sign. I thought it was probably someone on their way to get groceries, but suddenly, I found myself speeding up and chasing it to the highway.The first section was uphill, and […]
Panda – A Two Tone E39 Touring
Despite the bad looks, the Touring is not that bad. This was once a great car, formerly driven by a mayor in another island, and it had a beautiful original color too. But someone, somewhere along its history, decided it was a good idea to dip the entire car in a giant bucket of a […]
