Monday 13 February, 2012

Performax In Focus: Converting Corvettes and More


John Boley of Business in Focus interviews Performax GM Glenn Soper

 

The big car market is far from doomed. Boosted by a strong dollar and some high profile movie offerings in recent times, the market for imported US-made muscle cars is stronger than ever .....

 

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Wednesday 1 February, 2012

Spot the Melbourne Performax Silverado on 4th Feb at Melton Reservoir Photo Competition


What a combination!  A day of heart-racing powerboat action at the Melton Gold Cup at Melton Reservoir and a chance to win a Russell Ingall limited edition signed Performax polo shirt and Lee Holdsworth limited edition signed Performax Cap. All valid entries also win a cool Performax beer cooler!  Click on link for more information and entry conditions

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Melton Performax

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Tuesday 31 January, 2012

PREVIEW MEDIA RELEASE: Performax appoints first WA dealer for American vehicle range


West Australian drivers now have access to the best American automotive muscle with the appointment of Performance West as the State''s first dealer for leading importer Performax International.

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Performance West

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Monday 30 January, 2012

Ingall's Camaro - The Enforcer shows off his Performax Camaro to John Wright of Unique Cars


 

Belonging to V8 Supercar Hard Man Russell Ingall, this blown 2011 Camaro is as tough as its owner's on-track reputation.  
Source: Issue 333 Unique Cars
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Russell Ingall

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Friday 27 January, 2012

NT News article: Two mates' Corvette hobby now goldmine


An automotive story of humble beginnings has resulted in a national and international success story.

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1st Corvette

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Friday 27 January, 2012

Behind The Wheels Interview of Performax GM Glenn Soper


 

Behind The Wheel Joel Helmes interviews Performax General Manager Glenn Soper.
Listen to the complete interview at www.behindthewheel.com.au/2012/01/25/behind-the-interview-glenn-soper/
 


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Thursday 19 January, 2012

Silverado towing magic


 

Mike F only bought his Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD in June 2011. He''s so thrilled with it, he''s ordering another in March for his son. Mike is currently holidaying in the Victorian High country, towing his 3500kg van and is ecstatic, especially regarding the economy of this massive and powerful truck. 14.6L per 100km, mostly going uphill!
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Tuesday 17 January, 2012

2011 Carbon Edition Corvette - another Performax conversion and happy customer


Gary Nelson of NSW Corvette Unlimited (pictured with wife Vicky) said that he is over the moon with the job we did on his Corvette

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2011 Carbon Edition Corvette

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Friday 13 January, 2012

Performax prepares for future with new Commercial Manager


 

LEADING independent motor vehicle importer Performax International has appointed highly-experienced accountancy professional Sandy Wheeler to a new position as Commercial Manager.
 
Heading the Administration and Parts Departments at Performax International, Ms Wheeler’s role will be aimed at positioning the Queensland-based company for future growth and investment.
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Friday 13 January, 2012

The Performax Story: From humble beginnings ... (includes a great photo story)


 

An Automotive Story of Humble Beginnings that led to National and International Success
The town of Gympie, which history buffs will know, saved Queensland from bankruptcy back in the 1860’s. It suffered severely from drought and the fall in wool prices, but when James Nash discovery started the famous Gympie Gold Rush, the town’s and Queensland’s worries were over.   Some 120 years later two local Gympie mates, with their love of Chevrolet Corvette’s, had no idea that their passion and hobby would turn into a little gold mine of its own. It’s another Gympie and Queensland success story.
If Perth airfare prices back in the 80’s hadn’t been so expensive, there may not have been a story to tell … at least probably not this one. Instead of holidaying in Perth as was originally planned, Brian Learoyd and Greg Waters decided to change their plans and bought a much better value Around-the-World ticket, which also brought them to America.
Maybe it was fate… because that’s where they fell in love with the country’s iconic muscle car, the Corvette, and their success story, at the time unbeknown to them, began. They promptly bought and imported their first vehicles to Australia, where the search commenced to find someone to complete the conversion to Right Hand Drive. The quality of work that they found made them realise that they could do a whole lot better themselves.   Both had mechanical backgrounds and set upon the task of pulling their cars apart and went about learning and perfecting the process the hard way. Their projects of passion were well worth the hard work. Other Corvette fans soon began to notice the quality of their vehicle’s conversions. Before they knew it, the demand from others to convert their cars was so great that they realised they could actually turn their passion and hobby into a business. They took the necessary steps and founded Corvette Queensland in 1989, with Brian the first to give up his full time job and Greg soon following. And the rest is history, as they say. 
The company has gone from strength to strength and has been the driver that pioneered the modern conversion process. After securing a contract to supply the Victorian Ambulance Service, the company soon diverged into supplying Chevrolet and GMC pick-ups. With the government’s introduction of a Government regulated industry, Performax began to acquire accreditation for a wide range of other vehicles, which today includes Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, Corvette & Camaro, GMC Sierra & Denali, Hummer H2, Ford Mustang and Plymouth Prowler.   In 2007 the company was rebranded as Performax International to reflect the diversity of its performance vehicle range. It remains the leading importer, converter and retailer of American performance vehicles and enjoys the trust and support from V8 Supercar greats such as Russell Ingall, Lee Holdsworth, Jamie Whincup and Kevin Bartlett.
“Over the years many well-known motoring journalist have come to visit us, see what we do and test drive our vehicles and we’re proud to say that we have had nothing but highly positive reviews,” Glenn Soper, who was appointed as GM in February 2010, reported.
The hugely popular TV series Top Gear had a policy of not featuring any converted cars … that is until they saw and experienced a ‘Performax Conversion’. They featured the Performax Corvette ZR1 on their program in October 2010.
2010/11 saw further major challenges mastered, achievements and goals reached. A 2500m2 new state-of- the-art conversion facility was opened in November 2010. The dedicated Silverado production line produces one OEM comparable Chevrolet Silverado each day, as well as the highest number of other conversions in the country.  Performax meanwhile employs almost 70 staff members, of which 50%, at any given time, are undergoing further training/studies to constantly increase their qualifications. In July 2011 Performax International won the Regional Employer of the Year Award. Due to customer demand, the company expanded its representation and now has agents in Victoria, Tasmania, Western Australia and the ACT. Technical milestones included the development of a new electric-assisted power steering system for the RHD Mustang that faithfully replicates the performance and feel of the LHD factory original. The Performax system, developed at a six-figure cost, immediately attracted export interest from Mustang importers in other RHD countries, including South Africa. General Manager Glenn Soper said the steering system was another example of “the Performax Difference”, which sets the company apart from other conversion operations.   
In 2012 the Toyota Tundra, Dodge RAM and Ford F-Trucks will be added to the Performax stable of vehicles. The Toyota Tundra will be the first off the block this year. Then by mid-year Performax expects to have compliance for the Dodge RAM. The F-Trucks, the company hopes to get on line in the 2nd half of 2012. Performax International expects to double its annual turn-over by 2015.
Our ‘hero product’ remains the Chevrolet Silverado, GM Glenn Soper reported. This 4WD V8 Turbo Diesel is such a diverse vehicle that it is attractive to so many different people. With its unparalleled power, unexpected efficiency and the most smoothest and comfortable ride in its class, we have customers from the mining sector, agricultural, equestrian and building & construction sectors to leisure clients such as caravanners and boaties who just want the immense towing power the Silverado can offer them. We’re seeing an increase in female driven sales lately as well, as women realise how easy the Silverado is to drive and handle despite its size and power, deeming it an extremely comfortable, safe and flexible family vehicle. It really is the ultimate work and play vehicle, whether you’re driving in the city, country or outback.  See photo story 1989-2012.
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the beginning

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