01 Aug Stately At A Stretch
Still on the presidential theme, at least half-a-dozen of South Africa’s leaders have been transported in this rare, right-hand drive Mercedes-Benz 600 that boasts a number of evocative descriptions...
30 Jan Anniversary Celebration: Tyrrell-Ford
One of the jewels in FMM’s collection is the Tyrrell-Ford 007 that took part in the 1974 Formula 1 Championship driven by South Africa’s Jody Scheckter. It is Chassis No.1, and the following year was raced locally by Jody’s older brother, Ian. Mike Monk reveals...
18 Dec Anniversary Celebration: Chevron B25
One of the most eye-catching cars in FMM’s sports/racing car collection is the Chevron B25 F2 car, still in its distinctive Team Gunston livery. Mike Monk reveals the car’s history along with the two sister cars that formed Team Gunston in 1973...
18 Dec Ford South African Centenary
Ford has played an integral role in South Africa’s history since establishing its local operations in 1923, boasting a proud tradition of pioneering achievements and industry milestones over the past century. In Hall C, FMM has put on a display of 20 Fords from the...
18 Dec BMW 50th Anniversary Display
On December 5, BMW SA hosted a small gathering at FMM to celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary and to present 10 historic vehicles to the museum to put on special display for the next four months. Stefan Schuett, CEO at BMW Financial Services (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd, addressed...
29 Nov Anniversary Celebration: Volvo 122S 1963
Volvo is synonymous with vehicle safety. The company has been developing this trend for the last seven decades, and the Amazon/120 series introduced safety belts into the motoring world. Mike Monk goes to the Amason...
30 Oct Anniversary Celebration: Mercedes-Benz 350 SE
Fifty years ago, the new S-Class Mercedes-Benz set a higher standard for luxury saloons. Mike Monk reviews the flagship 350 SE that when launched in South Africa was the country’s most expensive car...