The Power of Dreams
The new dealership for Honda has recently opened on the corner of St Asaph and Montreal Streets, with the ability to showcase the extensive range of cars for anybody’s need in one of Christchurch’s biggest showrooms. From Formula 1 and Scott Dixon to the trusty Honda Jazz, Honda is an […]
Beast Mode
I was at Mitsubishi in Moorhouse Avenue picking up the new Mitsubishi Triton VRX. As you would see in their marketing, it’s “In Beast Mode” and with a price point starting at $49,990. With all the grunt of a great off-roader, the price point is quite exceptional. I had to […]
The Drive for Good: Archibald Motors
Charity initiative Drive for Good ended in style at Archibald Motors, with three local charities taking home a share of $100,000 at a vibrant celebration in the showrooms on Tuam Street. Seven more charities were gifted equal shares in $50,000. Cantabrians clearly relished the chance to show support for their chosen charity, […]
A Triumphant Finale: Volkswagen Touareg
In a play, there is always so much anticipation for the third act. Act one, we get to know the story and the characters; act two, the plot thickens; and with act three there is usually a triumphant finale. Such is the case with the Volkswagen Touareg, which has just evolved into […]
Up a Notch: Mercedes A250
Picking up the vehicle from Armstrong Prestige, I went over everything before I left the yard. Easy to install the phone, check; a beautiful dash-based display with the standard Mercedes touch pad, check; silver metal trim and suede seating with really nice red stitching, check; 165kW, 350Nm 191cc, 4-cylinder, turbocharged engine, check; […]
Drive the Best: Christchurch European
If you’ve had your eye on a sleek new Ferrari, or are in the market for an Aston Martin or a Porsche, Christchurch European can help make those dreams a reality. Founded in 2006, Christchurch European has built a nationwide reputation for providing the best range in late model and […]
Motorcycling in his blood: First European
First European owner Andy Burchall built his first motorcycle when he was 15 years old, using a box of old parts he bought. “Mum and dad were pretty convinced I would never get it going, but I put it together and it worked,” he says. “And then I used to […]
At the Automotive forefront: Leading Edge Automotive
Leading Edge Automotive needs no introduction. With years of experience, the latest in diagnostic equipment and hundreds of satisfied customers, it’s your quintessential European service and repair agent, based at 480 Selwyn Street in the heart of Christchurch. Whether you own a BMW, Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes or Porsche, the latest diagnostic equipment and […]
In the driver’s seat: Armstrong Prestige where great customer service drives them
Strong customer relationships are one of the pillars of commercial success, but Armstrong Prestige has taken this concept to the next level. The company recently flew some of its best customers down to Warbirds Over Wanaka, cooked up a storm with celebrity chef Annabel Langbein and got the ladies out on the track […]
A luxurious launch: First European adds prestigious MV Agusta to it’s collection
First European has welcomed an Italian racing legend into its Sydenham showroom and it offers all the luxury, speed and good looks one could expect from the Italians. With an illustrious past, MV Agusta first rose to prominence in the early twentieth century when it belonged to a pioneer of the fledgling aeronautics […]
