We are still buzzing from the experience of flying a Dakota DC3 from Norway to the Goodwood Revival 2017. A huge thanks to Dundas Footwear, Helge and Liam, for making this happen! Words are still not enough so you have to make do with pictures.

Benzina Autumn Blast 14. – 15. October 2017
 
We are repeating last year´s success. What a great weekend!
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This time the event will start on Saturday with a scenic drive around Østfold, Norway. We will book a hotel / food / party package for a limited number of persons. This will be pre-booked and first order first served.
 
Join us for a Saturday and Sunday of “La Dolce Vita” on beautiful roads in Norway. This is a gentlemen’s rally for cars between 1950 and 1985. Important: We want you to dress in the style of the car and year. Participants will enjoy beautiful cars and people. A scenic drive on winding roads around is included and free for all that wants to join. Classic motorcycles and scooters can also attend.
 
However only prebooked will be able to attend dinner and join us at the party at the hotel. Details and prices will follow soon. Keep the date free and please post here if you are interested.
 
Pictures from last year´s event.

We are lucky to have more customers than cars. Benzina is currently looking for two classic Porsches. If you find the car and we buy it, you get 1.000 Euros or 9.000 NKR in reward. All info must be discreetly given to us for our eyes only.
 
Firstly a Porsche 912 built between 1965 and 1969. The 912 must be in a dark colour, preferably black, blue or green. Car must be in good working order needing nothing.
 
Secondly a Porsche 911 built between 1964 and 1973. Preferably a T or E. Car must be close to original. Any colour interesting but Indisch Rot (red). We prefer silver, white and green. Car must be in good working order needing nothing.
 
If you know any of these cars priced correctly get in contact.

Photo & text: Christer Lundem

Why is winter the best time for sports cars purchase?
Most sports car owners are affected by an acute depression when autumn sets in. As the first snow hits the ground, most classics are parked safely for winter storage. It often lasts up to six months before the cars see dry asphalt under the wheels again. For those who dream about sports cars however winter is  an unique opportunity.

There are many things that works for you. This year, 2016, we also have an ace up our sleeve. Let us explain:

1. The seller often lack dry and safe storage of the vehicle. He / she has bad conscience to leave the car to the elements. As all know, winter is hard on classics and sports cars.

2. No one thinks of sports cars right now. Jobs and obligations will take most of their time. Thoughts on Christmas holidays and gifts for children and relatives occupy the mind. You have in other words, few competitors in your search for just the right car or motorcycle.

3. The driving season is over. (Unless you fancy ice driving). This means that the experiences the owner wanted out of the sports car is already done. Besides, there are many who realize that it has gone another season without the vehicle being used at all. They wish to sell, and this time quickly.

4. Spring is the season that most people are selling  their cars. The need for enthusiast cars are rising and it is difficult to have enough time to haggle and look at the best objects. Spring is not a good time for getting bargains.

5. If you buy a car that needs repairs and maintenance, you have several months you can use for improvements and fixing. Thus, you have a road ready car when the roads are dry again. Some bodyshops experience quiet periods. This may be an advantage for you; you can get cheaper paint job or better quality with less stress. The same applies to companies that specialize in fixing the mechanics of sports cars. How about tires? In Scandinavia most tire fitters sell exclusively winter tires now. Some may have your summer tires in stock and just want to get rid of them. In the spring they experience enormous pressure and it is difficult to get an hour for your vehicle.

6. So what is the “ace up our sleeve”? Just a year ago it was not beneficial to import cars from abroad. The Pound and Euro rate was very strong in relation to the Norwegian krone. This has in a short time changed. To date 1 euro is 9.09 NKR and 1 pound is 10,18 NKR. In other words, it is again favorable to import cars from abroad. This is a great opportunity.

7. Common for all our arguments are: Save money and get better deals. Maybe winter is not such a bad thing for sports cars shopping after all?

Benzina is working flat out. Although snow falls here in Norway, we are constantly looking for “the bargain”. It's exciting to look for barn finds, dig into history of lost vehicles or import cars from abroad. Spring 2017 is your opportunity to meet fresh dry roads in your very own sports car. Celebrate winter! Let us help you find your dream. Contact us, we are here for you and your passion.