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One of the best things about the South Island of New Zealand is that it packs in such a wonderful variety of stunning scenery, that normally you’d have to travel through multiple countries to experience.

Mountains, fjords, sweeping coastal roads, rolling vineyards, majestic forests and bush, highlands and valleys, they’re all here. And nestled among them, characterful towns and cities, wonderful destinations in their own right.

Click the buttons below to filter and discover what delightful tours and towns, activities and accommodation are in reach of our hire bases in Christchurch and Nelson. Or choose the button on the right to see specific Road Trip Routes to join them up!

Saab, Alfa & Jaguar convertibles at Ruby Bay NZ

Video – Driving our convertibles on Nelson Tasman coast roads

Top down cruising in very fine style with the Saab Turbo, V6 Spider and Jaguar v8 convertibles... This was shot by wonderful…

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Marlborough Sounds and Picton

Weave, wend and wind your way round the scenic Sounds or go straight to Picton, the gateway to the whole of the…

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Nelson Classic Car Museum

A highlight of Nelson and just 5 minutes drive from RentAClassic! Peruse 150 immaculate classic and collectible cars covering over a 100…

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Kaikoura and the East Coast

A 3 hour drive north of Christchurch via State Highway 1, Kaikoura is the place to go if you want to do…

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Omaka Classic Car Museum, Blenheim

The short trip across to Blenheim from Nelson is well worth the drive for many reasons, and this collection of 1950 -…

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Video – Take a Christchurch to Milford Sound Road Trip

...just imagine what it would be like to drive this in one of our cars rather than a boring SUV...?!

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Lake Rotoiti

Nelson Lakes / Lake Rotoriti

The Nelson Lakes - where mountains meet water, with woodland walks, waterfalls and wonderful hilltop views! Just one a half hours delightful…

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Hanmer Springs and Hurunui

Relax in the multiple natural thermal mineral, sulphur and freshwater pools with beauty treatments and massages on site for some serious pampering…

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Video – Saab and Summer Made in New Zealand

...our Saab Convertible, great Summer vibe music and Dr Ashley Bloomfield.....what more could you want?!

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Video – Tour in our so classic 1975 Alfa Spider

...just enjoy our 'lemon n vine' classic duo of 70s Alfa Spider & MGF cruising Nelson vineyards...  This was filmed by wonderful…

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Grand Mercure Monaco Boutique Hotel

A hotel with irresistible character and location. Built of brick with roses climbing the walls, it has lovely sea views yet is…

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Pihopa Retreat

Seeking something even more indulgent, individual and inviting than our cars? Pihopa Retreat is a 5 star luxury Bed and Breakfast set…

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Tour Nelson

Regularly the sunniest place in New Zealand and voted the 3rd most charming small town in the world by TripAdvisor. Once folks…

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British Car Museum, Hawkes Bay

A bit out of the way, like halfway up the North Island, but a great place to visit if you're a fan…

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Tour Christchurch

Many and varied are the delights of Ōtautahi, Christchurch, and its surrounding areas. Whether you like to potter locally or take a…

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Marlborough Flyer Steam Train Trips

Marlborough Flyer Steam Train Trips

Relive the golden age of steam travel against a unique and beautiful ever changing backdrop on the Marlborough Flyer. Journeying between Picton…

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Sunset pink filter photo of Auckland across the harbour featuring Sky Tower

Tour Auckland

Many and varied are the delights of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, and its surrounding areas. Whether you like to potter locally or take…

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Tour Golden Bay

It's just a hill, get over it! Takaka Hill, the gateway to your Golden Bay tours, provides an entertaining drive to bring…

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Rutherford Hotel, Nelson

For those who prefer the benefits of a traditional luxury hotel right in the centre of Nelson City, the Rutherford meets every…

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Winding coast road by the West Coast South Island New Zealand

West Coast

The West Coast.....there's a lot of it, and it definitely has a distinctively different feel to it... Kiwis refer to it as…

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Gourmet Sailing Private Yacht Charters

It doesn't get much more dreamily desirable than this.....charter a yacht exclusively for yourselves and up to 30 guests on a floating…

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Video – Tour our gorgeous Nelson Tasman Region

....fly over what you could be driving round....

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Maruia River Retreat

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Video – Take a Christchurch to Marlborough Road Trip

...boring SUV, (nah) tram, (maybe) or road trip by classic car along stunning coast roads (imagine that)...watch the video and get inspired!…

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Bond Estate Luxury Retreat

Fancy a whole lodge to yourself? Exclusive use of five luxuriously appointed bedrooms for up to 9 people? Swimming pools, tennis courts,…

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Abel Tasman National Park

There's good reason why this is one of the most sought after destinations in the South Island.... ...a protected National Park with…

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Video – Take a Auckland to Mount Maunganui Road Trip

...our convertibles are way comfier and cruisier than the open top tractor....

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Road Trip Driving Routes

  Whether you fancy a drive to last a day or a lifetime, have we got the routes, the roads and the…

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UE Roll Bluetooth Portable Speaker - Link to SmartPhone - $15nzd

The Best Driving Music

Contentious waters but basically we know we're right here...hire our Portable Bluetooth Speaker and feast your ears on this lot....

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Yaldhurst Transport Museum, Christchurch

Virtually on our doorstep in Christchurch, this is an authentic, rambling gem of a transport and science museum, with the scent of…

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South Island Road Trips

The Roads Less Traveled Twisting mountain passes, roads where you can feel the sea spray, drive alongside chasing rivers, sweep through lush…

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Blenheim and Vineyards Tours

Wine, dine and recline on some lovely tours of the Marlborough region, centered around Blenheim. With more Sauvignon Blanc than you can…

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Nelson sunset overlooking Tasman Bay

Nelson Tasman Weather Webcams

A Convertible isn't just for Christmas....or Summer.... You can enjoy them almost any time of year in New Zealand, with most having heated…

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Akaroa and Banks Peninsula

Delightful French themed small township with Dolphin cruises, lots of specialty crepe restaurants and a fabulous fun over the hilltops hours drive…

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Tea on a Grand Scale, Melrose House, Nelson

Melrose Historic House and Gardens occupying a prime position in the Nelson 'Dress Circle' at Brougham St, offers elegant dining and superbly…

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