Readers Cars has been one of the most-popular sections of Street Machine since 1981! Here you’ll find a treasure trove of killer rides from all over Australia, New Zealand and beyond
Family-heirloom, 12A-swapped 1977 Toyota RN25 HiLux
Canberra local Kane Venn is a regular at Summernats in his unique 1977 HiLux, originally owned by his grandfather as a workhorse ute
Readers’ Rocket: Michael’s Nissan 200SX S14
Michael Rugari has ticked off a bucket-list item with his 200SX
In the build: ex-Pat Fay FJ hearse, XF Falcon ute, Barra-powered Bedford J1 truck, HSV VS Senator 215i + VE Valiant
We check out some of our readers’ projects from the May issue of Street Machine
Keith Miller’s home-brewed 1980 Leyland Moke
This little head-turning Mini Moke was built to be driven hard!
Reader’s rocket: Drag Challenge-proven XD Fairmont
With the help of his mates, Craig Walker took this tough XD from bare shell to Drag Challenge contender in 11 months
Young Gun’s Series 200 VL Commodore
We chat with 18-year-old Cetin Dogan about his family-built, limited-edition VL
Stacey Fountis’s 1994 VR Caprice
Stacey Fountis has always had a passion for long-wheelbase Holdens and this is her latest project – a ’bagged, twin-throttlebodied, 355ci-powered VR Caprice
Readers’ rockets: HQ Belmont ute, LX Torana hatch, XE Falcon & WK Statesman
We check out some of our readers’ rides from the May issue of Street Machine
Calvin Sharpe’s home-brewed TE Cortina
Bought for just $300 two decades ago, this TE Cortina has evolved over many years into a tough, 302 Windsor-powered skid car
Home-brewed LH Torana in the build
After a bare-metal home rebuild and colour change, Anthony Lanciano’s LH Torrie is finally close to getting back on the road
Angelo Furfaro’s HELLRT VH Charger
After selling his wild PROVC Valiant, Angelo Furfaro is back with a tough VH Charger that also suits family-friendly outings
In the build: Grandad’s XP ute reborn
Currently being restored by three generations in the home shed, this XP ute remains a treasured family heirloom
Anthony Burns’s 1985 Buick Grand National
This turbocharged Buick G-Body is a comfy weekend cruiser, but owner Anthony Burns is also chasing 11s
Stewart Parris’s 1994 XG Falcon panel van
After a tough cancer battle, Stewart Parris needed a therapeutic build and the result is this retro, burnt orange candy stunner
In the build: 1968 VE VIP V8 Valiant
Richard Hobbs & Karleen Harrington are giving this once-abandoned VE Val a new lease on life and still preserving its patina and speedway graphics. Here’s their story
Kahli Bell’s 1989 R32 GTS-T Skyline
Qualified mechanic and drifter Kahli Bell built her Custom Importz business while raising two children and chasing her motorsport dreams
Readers’ rockets: Drag Challenge-bound 1950 Wayfarer, Harrop-blown VE Commodore + second-gen Dodge Challenger
We check out some of our readers’ rides from the April issue of Street Machine
In the build: XB GS hardtop destined for Godzilla power
Bradley Scott’s long-held dream is being realised with this XB GS coupe
Robbie Butler’s 545rwhp 1976 Gen II Camaro
Robbie Butler’s stunning Dodge Viper red-painted Camaro has been reborn as a tough, old-school pro tourer
Daniel Clarke’s street-and-strip HR Holden
After discovering drag-and-drive events, Traralgon’s Daniel Clarke built a stout HR Holden and was instantly hooked from his first pass
Hare & Forbes Machineryhouse Young Street Machine of the Year 2026
Hare & Forbes Machineryhouse Young Street Machine of the Year is here, celebrating Aussie car builders aged 24 and younger
Save the date! YSMOTY cars & coffees at Hare & Forbes stores, Saturday 22 August
Hare & Forbes Machineryhouse Young Street Machine of the Year is kicking off soon! Make sure you put 22 August in your diaries