Capricorn Business Park in Muizenberg provides a safe and secure home to one of the most interesting warehouses in the country. Freight Factory, owned and operated by ex-Nurburgring driving instructor Antony Ashley, is a shipping business focused on all things motoring.
Any racing driver knows that success depends on a fantastic support crew, excellent preparation and execution of the right strategy. The staff at Freight Factory stand out as passionate petrolheads who genuinely love the business. That love permeates the quality of service you receive (we genuinely speak from experience here).
The warehouse itself is a treasure trove of new and classic motoring joy. The administrative offices, on a raised platform above the warehouse floor, provide the perfect vantage point to take in the full range of cars, bikes and other toys (like jet-skis) on display while you discuss your needs over a coffee.
Carnet du Passage, essentially a passport for vehicles, allows foreigners to temporarily bring their cars to South Africa to enjoy our magnificent roads and weather. Depending on length of stay, this can work out far cheaper than a high-end rental over the same period.
South Africa is often the starting point for those with an adventurous spirit, embarking on overland driving tours through Africa. Menacing 4x4s with snorkels, winches and all manner of modifications keep the holiday supercars company in the warehouse.
A different kind of experience is a group rally, where tour operators bring in groups of cars for events held within South Africa. These events can involve classics, 4x4s or sportscars.
Classic cars coming to South Africa for restoration work (temporary imports) or as permanent imports help to balance out the number of cars leaving our shores to primarily European collectors willing to pay high prices for the right cars. Freight Factory has extensive experience in transporting these historically important machines both to and from South Africa.
A McLaren 720s, Lamborghini Huracan Performante and Ferrari F40 recently graced this warehouse floor. Thankfully, the cars were entering South Africa rather than leaving our shores, so lucky enthusiasts may catch a glimpse of these exotics enjoying some of the best driving roads in the world.
The world is now truly your oyster when searching for your dream car or for a buyer offering you an attractive price. Provided you use experts who ensure that all the regulations and paperwork are handled correctly, your search can be broadened far beyond your local classifieds.
If importing or exporting a car, or preparing for an adventure or rally is something you want to discuss in more detail, pop in for a coffee with Antony at Freight Factory and live vicariously through him as he recounts amazing Nurburgring stories.
They really are a great bunch and any petrolhead will feel right at home.
