Silvester V8 Performance

08/09/2026

Spring is here and so are new items in the shop!

02/09/2026

McLeod clutches have just restocked so if you want a serious clutch for serious horsepower check out this amazing USA made brand! www.silvesterv8.co.nz 0800 327350

30/08/2026

Beautiful day here in Christchurch and we are proud to support a new Car Festival...The Cust Rumble. Nov 7-8 2026. We'll see you there.

25/08/2026

Check out what's in store today, not every day youll see a hyabusa powered smart car! This weapon will be running in the first round of the endurance series at Timaru Sept 20th. Lots of engineering went into this project & lots of our SRP fittings.
*it snuggled up to a V8 crate engine so maybe it needs a V8 in it? 😆

25/08/2026

Kaikoura Hop is less than 4 weeks away so hope you're all gearing up ready. We'll be there with our stand and look forward to catching up with you all. If there is anything in particular you want us to bring to look at or bring with us to save shipping costs just let us know.

19/08/2026

Hughes Performance Transmissions!
You've seen our recent post on Used Transmissions, but did you know we also carry a range of new Hughes Transmissions.
Ford C6 BB $3995+gst
Ford C6 SB $5598+gst
GM TH400 $8838+gst rated to 500HP
GM TH400 $9959+gst rated to 700HP
GM TH400 $3989+gst Buick/Pont/Olds bolt pattern
GM TH700R4 $7898+gst

17/08/2026

We have a range of race gear arriving next month but first we need to make some room and with Fathers day only 20 days away here are some great deals for August!
Silvester SFI race gloves Black XL size only $59+gst
SRP Balaclava open white FIA approved $65+gst
Sparco race bag $159+gst
SRP Helmet Visor replacement tinted or clear $46+gst
Silvester SFI race boots size 9 black only $119+gst

13/08/2026

New Product! Camaro enthusiasts we now have SRP Silicon Radiator hoses for your 1967 to 1981 model, which also do a variety of other GM cars/trucks. Introductory special of only $95+gst for the pair!

10/08/2026

Check out what's in stock from our used department

05/08/2026

Water pumps just arrived, huge variety now back in stock of Ford, GM & Mopar, Cars & Pickups so for your next replacement Water Pump give us a call 0800 327350 www.silvesterv8.co.nz

Silvester V8 Performance. New Zealands #1 V8 Specialists. Specializing in American V8 Parts, Racing Equipment & Safety Equipment