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REUNIONDRIVE:CONNECTINGN2,OLD SIR LOWRYS PASS ANDWINE ROUTE

Newroadbrings the community

of SomersetWest together

Roads connect people and plac-

es,whichiswhytheplannedcon-

struction of Reunion Drive in

Somerset West is creating such

a buzz. Itwill link theN2 and the

Old Sir Lowrys Pass, effectively

saving Somerset West residents

andvisitorsvaluable timeonthe

roads.

Over the years Somerset West

has become an increasingly attrac-

tive place to invest in. Properties

and estates in all parts of the area

areexperiencingahuge increase in

selling and rental price: the result

is a more equal distribution of op-

portunities for the Somerset West

community.

Reunion Drive will be another

important link in the chain that

connects people while helping to

improve movement between Som-

ersetWest and other roads and are-

as like the N2, beautiful Old Sir

Lowrys Pass, and the stunning

Wine Route and Garden Route.

The site of the planned Reunion

Drive is also linked to the develop-

ment of an excitingnew lifestyle es-

tate, The SummerClub, itself a pro-

spective unifier of the Somerset

West community. Funded by In-

vestec, The Summer Club is essen-

tially sponsoringReunionDriveof-

fering easy access to it as well as

the N2. This results in helping to

relieve traffic,whilemakingsignif-

icant contributions to making

SomersetWest an evenmore desir-

able place to live.

The Summer Club is a sustaina-

ble space that will be comfortable

now, in ten years time and beyond.

Its alsoarevolutionaryconcept for

Somerset West, as nowhere else in

the area can one enter the market

and buy a new, trendy, lock up and

go apartment on a 65ha lifestyle es-

tate at such competitive prices. Be-

sides the residential precinct, the

estate will include a commercial/

retail precinctwithaproposed con-

venience shopping centre and of-

fice space torent, aswell asan insti-

tutional precinctwhereCurropre-,

primary and intermediate private

schools will be built for first-rate

education purposes. With all this

andmore, theresnodoubt thatThe

Summer Club is set to become a vi-

brant and productive part of the

larger Somerset West community.

Formore informationpleasecon-

tact sales@thesummerclub.co.za |

021 202 2200

Opening the road are from left to right, Otto Wiehahn (development part

ner) Claire Wiehahn and Mark Teuchert (property development manager).

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SILVERANNIVERSARY:CELEBRATES THE TOUGH-AS-NAILS BAKKIE

HarbodyLimitedEditionshit the streets

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Celebratory limited edition versions

of the tough-as-nails Nissan NP300

Hardbody one ton bakkie are due to

enter the market towards the begin-

ning of December 2013 in SouthAfri-

ca.

The special versions commemorate 25

years of continuous sales of the iconic

Hardbody name.

The NP300 is built locally at Nissan

South Africas Rosslyn manufacturing

plant in Pretoria.

The Hardbody badge was applied to

NP300 to engage with the agricultural,

construction,miningandSMMEsectors

within South Africa as well as across

borders.

NP300 Hardbody Product Manager at

Nissan South Africa, Vishaan Naidoo,

says the new limited editions in the

NP300 Hardbody range are an expres-

sion of the proud heritage and proven

capability which the nameplate has in

the country.

Available in single or double cab body

styles, the Nissan NP300 Hardbody Sil-

ver Anniversary Limited Editions each

feature unique accessories

The new Nissan NP300 Hardbody 2.5

TDiSilverAnniversaryLimitedEdition

Single Cab derivative includes over

R15 000 worth of accessories and detail

changes.

This includes Silver Anniversary

branded leather seats, rubberized load

box, black nudge bar, black running

boards, leather door panels, Silver An-

niversary branded carpet set and tint-

ed windows.

The Double Cab version includes all

the value-added extras of the single cab,

alongwith an integrated DVD and satel-

litenavigationsystemwithreversecam-

era.B

SilverAnniversarybrandedleather

seats, silvernudgebar, leatherdoorpan-

els, tonneau cover, Bluetoothhands free

mobile connectivity for cellphone use

and audio streaming, USB and iPod con-

nectivity allofwhichequates toalmost

R30 000-worth of extras.

Both special edition models continue

the strong reputation for long-lasting re-

liability and come as standard.

Alongwith the rest of theNP300Hard-

body range, with a class leading 6-

year/150 000 km warranty.

Nissan NP300 Hardbody Silver Anni-

versary limited edition pricing starts at

R255 000 for the 2.5 TDi singlecab 4x2.

The new Nissan NP300 Hardbody 2.5 TDi Silver Anniversary

Limited Edition Single Cab derivative includes over R15 000

worth of accessories. PHOTO: QUICKPIC

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Mitsubishi launches itsall-newPajeroSport4x2model

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Mitsubishi Motors SA has introduced an

important new derivative to its range of

Pajero Sport full-size SUVs.

It is a very well equipped 4x2 model which

has the latest 2,5 F high performance turbo

diesel engine developing 131 kW of power at

4 000 r/min and 350 Nm of torque at 1 800 r/

min. This new engine is particularly fuel effi-

cient with a fuel consumption of only

8,5F/100 km. This engine performs well, and

as one of the higher torque engines in the

class, delivers the goods on the highway and

in the city.

The new addition to the face lifted Pajero

Sport 4x4 models introduced in September

2013isparticularlywellequipped,whilebeing

the lowest priced of its direct competitors.

Priced at R419 900 the Pajero Sport 4x2 offers

outstanding value for money considering the

very high level of standard equipment for

comfort, convenience and safety, as well as

the versatility of its variable arrangements

for the second and third rows of seats.

This new derivative in the Pajero Sport

range also benefits from the eye-catching

and bold new frontal styling and features

such as colour-coded door handles and exte-

rior rear viewmirrors, which now incorpo-

rate indicator repeaters. Wheels are more

aggressively styled 17 alloys with 245/65

R17 tyres.

Safety features in this new derivative in-

clude active stability and traction control,

while Mitsubishis insistence of high levels

in terms of active and passive safety means

six airbags, anti-lock brakes (ABS) and elec-

tronic brake distribution (EBD), as well as

Mitsubishis characteristic RISE safety cell

body structure.

As befits its luxury specification it is

available only with a five-speed automatic

transmission, and leads its competitors by

having paddle shifts on the steering wheel

for thosewanting to select gear ratiosmanu-

ally.

The seats are covered in black leather,

while the steering wheel is also leather cov-

ered and incorporates multi-function

switches, including cruise control, Blue-

tooth control and audio control.

The rear-view mirror has an electronic

chromaticsystemtopreventglareautomati-

cally, while the rear park assist systemnow

includes a reversing camera besides the

standard rear park distance control

Vehicles like the Pajero Sport are great

for long distances and used by families for

road trips. Additional features, perfect for

this, include full climate control and rear

controls for the air-conditioning for passen-

gers. There are also seven seats, although

the rear set can fold down flat for more boot

space.

Full size SUVs have plenty of interior

room and the Pajero Sport is no exception,

featuring seven seats and luggage space of

1 149 Fwith the third row of seats folded flat

and 1 776 F when both the second and third

rows are folded flat.

The latest Pajero Sportmodels will be availa-

ble in a choice of five colours: EisenGreyMica,

Cool Silver Metallic, Quartz Bronze Metallic,

Medium Red and White Pearl.

The Pajero Sport is covered by a 3-

year/100 000 km warranty and 5-

year/90 000 km service plan.

Road holding is very good, gravel roads

are dispatched without hiccup and the Paje

ro Sport has a settled stable feel.

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JaguarXF2-litre: the sheepishapology

HANJO STIER

You find me here with a bowed

headandtheproverbialhatinmy

hands. The reason Im clutching

on to the rim of that great re-

morseful symbol is because I owe

you,dearreader,anapology.The

samegoes foreveryone in theem-

ployofJaguarorZF;Imsorryfor

what I wrote about the XF 2-litre

turbo-petrol.

Im not one to make excuses and

I hate people who dont take respon-

sibility for their actions but I do

need to clarify how this all came

about. A few months ago we re-

ceived a crimson metallic Jaguar

XF 2-litre turbo-petrol press car

which was absolutely awful to

drive. Jerky, unpredictable, rough

very un-Jaguar-ish.

My impressions were mirrored

by the fine feelings of our female

scribe who confirmed that the red

Jag was terribly erratic in its re-

sponse and had a crude, indecisive

gearbox.Whatmade this very pecu-

liar was that the unit in question,

ZFs celebrated eight-speed auto,

has impressed us no end in every

other car we found it in.

A fewweeks after thedreadful car

leftandmydamningreportwaspub-

lished, I chatted to a good friend and

fellow motoring journalist about

test cars yes, most of us can only

talk wheels when the 2-litre Jag

came up and I regurgitated all the

hateful slander contained in said re-

view.Shockandawefilled theroom.

Jerky, rough and indecisive

shouldnt come within ten pages of

a Jaguar XF review, my friend al-

leged, telling me of the smoothness

and eager precision he encountered

in this vehicle. Thats when it

dawned onme that theremust have

been something wrong with the car

at the time we tested it.

A few calls and sheepish enquir-

ies later, I gotpermission forarevis-

it of the exact same vehicle which

bringsus to thepresentmoment.Af-

ter a week of driving the previously

accused, I can now confirm that the

car is absolutely wonderful and all

my negative comments were com-

pletely unfounded.

Beforeyou jumpto theconclusion

that Jaguars are unreliable beasts,

I have topoint out that test cars tend

to lead a hard life and random fail-

ures happen to other brands too;

even the ones you dont expect it of.

My own cars also had hiccups;

moody mass airflow sensors, loose

pipesandsuch likecanwreakhavoc

on anything.

What you need to know, is this:

where before the 177kW (241hp) en-

gine was lethargic and the gearbox

was utterly hopeless, this time

around the Jaguar XF 2-litre turbo-

petrol was a symphony of modern

four-cylinder turbo power, masses

of torque and deliciously smooth

eight-speed automated gear shifts.

The top two or three ratios can be

a bit tall when the motorway goes

uphill but the previously lacking

torque and gunshot down-shifts

have been replaced by reasonable

grunt and silky gear transitions.

The only hesitation we found in the

gearbox was when going from little

to full throttle it takes a second to

find the right cog.

Yet again I have to stress that its

nowhere near the previously frus-

trating power gaps and gear jerks.

In fact, you canpre-load the gearbox

in Sport or manual mode and even

turn the XF 2-litre into a semi-

naughty sports saloon. Our per-

formance testing also highlighted

the drastic improvement we felt.

A few months ago, the XF hit

100km/h in10 seconds flat, reaching

400m in 16.8 seconds at 129km/h.

Yesterday morning, the same car

shaved a whopping 2,6 seconds off

the 100km/h sprint and reached

400m 2,1 seconds and 25,4km/h fast-

er. Unsurprisingly, the revitalised

Jag also posted much better fuel

economy.

All thisnewfoundresponsiveness

evenmadeusgetupatstupidoclock

and throw the XF around a moun-

tain pass, where it exhibited fantas-

tic gripandawonderfullyevenpow-

er delivery. Torque rises to maxi-

mum at 2 000rpm, power peaks at

5 500rpm and the engine will reach

its redline in a lovely, linear fash-

ion.

The motor has a slightly lumpy

cold-start idle but otherwise doesnt

put a piston wrong. That gearbox,

that amazing gearbox, has also vin-

dicated itself and gets my renewed

and highest praise. And as for the

Jaguar XF, it still is one of my fa-

vourites and a car whose gorgeous

metal I wouldnt mind parking in

my garage.

It may be getting on in years and

feel cramped compared to some ri-

vals but its just so beautiful and ele-

gant. Affordable and diverse too,

with prices from R535 000 to

R615 000 for the four cylinder mod-

els, the range continues with V6

petrols and diesels around R750 000

right up to the supercharged V8 R

and RS models at a million plus.

Those last two are decidedly an-

gry cats and obviously have a hard-

er ride but all other XFs are what

aJaguarshouldbe.Quiet, comforta-

ble and composed. Even the base

spec cars have leather trim, elec-

tric everything, keyless entry, pul-

sating starter button, sci-fi gear le-

ver and animated air vents.

Go for the 2.2-litre turbo-diesel if

you want hilariously good fuel con-

sumption and where before I ad-

vised you to stay clear of this 2-litre

turbo-petrolmodel, Icannowhighly

recommend it to anyone looking for

a medium-sized executive saloon

with a perky engine and brilliant

gearbox.

It may be getting on in years and feel cramped compared to some rivals but its just so beautiful and elegant.

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Ford revealsbrand

newMustang

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Ford Mustang, the worlds favourite pony

car has been completely re-imagined.

SouthAfrican fans can look forward to see-

ing the completely redesigned and re-engi-

neered Mustang on local roads in 2015.

ThenewFordMustangfastbackandconvert-

ible models promise exceptional performance

and refinement while embracing the Mus-

tangs half-century of heritage and status as a

global icon.

FordMustang inspires passion like no other

car, saidRajNair,FordGroupVicePresident,

Global Product Development.

The visceral look, sound and performance

of Mustang resonate with people, even if

theyveneverdrivenone.Mustangisdefinitely

more than just a car it is the heart and soul

of Ford.

More than 9 million Mustangs have been

sold since it was first launched in 1964. The

worlds most-liked vehicle on Facebook,

Mustanghasmadethousandsofappearances

in film, television, music and video games,

and is one of 15 new vehicles that Ford will

launch in South Africa by 2017.

The Mustangs formidable reputation for

performanceandits iconicstatusasasymbol

of freedom and optimism precedes it even in

those parts of the world where the car has

never been sold, said Stephen Odell, Ford

Executive Vice President, Europe, Middle

East and Africa.

The new Mustang epitomises Fords ag-

gressiveproductacceleration; technological-

ly advanced and forward-looking, but with-

out forgetting the heritage that has inspired

Ford customers for generations.

ThenewMustanghas beendevelopedwith

impressive performance, driving dynamics

andusability inmindand includesasignifi-

cantamountof advanceddriver convenience

and driver aid technologies.

The illustriousMustangbrandhaseluded

us for someyears in SouthAfrica, but as part

of theOneFord strategywe cannow look for-

ward to welcoming this iconic nameplate to

South African showrooms, said Ford Mar-

keting Manager Gavin Golightly.

Todays revealhasbeenmuchanticipated

around the globe and we are thrilled to now

be part of the Mustang journey.

The clean-sheet design of both Ford Mus-

tang fastback and convertible evokes the es-

sentialcharacterof thevehicle,retainingkey

design elements of the classic Mustangs rec-

ognisable to car fans across the globe, includ-

ing the long sculpted hood and short rear

deck, with a contemporary execution.

You only get one chance to make a first

impression and when you see this car, you

immediately see aMustang strong and true;

saidMorayCallum,FordExecutiveDirector,

Design, The Americas.

Several key design features define the new

Ford Mustang, including:

. A low roof height and wide stance

. Sleek profile enabled by steeply sloped

windshield and rear glass

. Three-dimensional, tri-bar taillamps

. Contemporary execution of the iconic

cars signature shark-bite front fascia

The new Ford Mustang features all-new

front and rear suspension systems. At the

front, a new perimeter subframe helps to

stiffen the front structure while reducing

mass,providingastrongfoundationformore

predictable wheel control that benefits han-

dling, steering and ride.

At the rear is an all-new integral-link inde-

pendent rear suspension.

The geometry, springs, dampers and bush-

ings all have been specifically modified and

tuned for this high-performance application,

and are well-suited to high speed driving.

New aluminium rear knuckles help reduce

unsprung mass for improved ride and han-

dling.

The new Mustang features a significant

number of innovative technologies provid-

ing drivers with enhanced information, con-

trol, and connectivity when they want it.

The advanced, Ford-developed stability

control is tuned to maximise the new Mus-

tangs dynamic capabilities with features

liketorquevectoringthatdirectsenginepow-

er to individual wheels to keep the car on

course. When the time comes to turn up the

wick at the track,manual transmission vari-

ants of the Mustang GT include standard

launch control that enables drivers to

achievesmooth, consistentstartsevery time.

Advanced driver-assist features include

standard Ford SYNC with Voice Control

and Touchscreen, that lets drivers control

their entertainment.

April 17 2014 marks the 50th anniversary

of the introduction of the original FordMus-

tang. Mustang will continue to be built in

America at the Flat Rock Assembly Plant.

From day one, we knew if we were going

tobuildanewMustang,wehadtodo it right,

said Dave Pericak, Mustang Chief Engineer.

We built a new Mustang from the ground

up that is fast, great-looking, refined and effi-

cient, without losing any of the raw appeal

thatpeoplearound theworldhaveassociated

with Mustang for decades.

Models destined for South African shores

have yet to be confirmed.

April 17 2014 marks the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the original Ford Mustang.

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