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Marnus Moolman

South Africa

Author at Freelance

Staff Writer at Guessing Headlights

Articles

  • 3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Marnus Moolman

    If you remember the first time you saw a Lamborghini Countach poster, you already know: some doors don’t just open—they blow your mind. Car design isn’t just about function; it’s about evoking emotion. And sometimes, that means giving the doors a little drama. From gullwing to scissor to butterfly styles, these cars don’t just let you in; they make an entrance worth remembering. Sure, they’re not the most practical.

  • 3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Marnus Moolman

    Porsche has never been about flamboyance. Every curve, angle, and detail reflects a relentless pursuit of engineering perfection. With just a few exceptions — like the first-gen Cayenne, Panamera, and yolk-eyed 996 — Porsche is yet to make an objectively ugly car. Beauty is subjective, of course. Porsches may lack the wild flair of their Italian rivals, but their sleek, simple designs ooze elegance with just the right hint of aggression.

  • 1 month ago | guessingheadlights.com | Andre Nalin |Marnus Moolman

    There’s a certain charm in driving a classic sports car; an irreplicable deep connection between man and machine. But let’s be honest: classic cars can often come with headaches. Constant maintenance, outdated safety systems, and a lack of creature comforts can be exhausting. On the other hand, modern cars are faster, safer, and more refined, but often come with some sacrifice of personality.

  • 1 month ago | guessingheadlights.com | Andre Nalin |Marnus Moolman

    According to Collins Dictionary, a targa top is defined as a “removable hard roof on a motor car” — but there’s more to it than just that. The roof panel or panels might be made of metal, fiberglass, canvas, or something in between. Regardless, it all boils down to the same concept: a part coupe, part convertible car. Unlike traditional convertibles with their soft tops, a targa top offers the clean silhouette of a hardtop with the option to let the sun in.

  • 1 month ago | guessingheadlights.com | Andre Nalin |Marnus Moolman

    In a world now dominated by SUVs and crossovers, the traditional sedan has become something of an endangered species. The definition of a sedan varies: Some insist sedans must have a three-box silhouette, while others accept fastbacks and coupe-like shapes. For this article, we’re keeping it simple — a sedan has four doors, an engine up front, and a trunk big enough for a week’s worth of groceries.