This superbly engineered race car, 'Wyld Stallyn', was built by the owners, John Dillon and Rod Benjes (DB Race Cars), in 2022. Based in Upper Hutt, the talented duo fabricated the SFI spec chromoly chassis and almost everything else on the car. They previously campaigned a 1992 Chev Beretta in Top Doorslammer.

With support from sponsors and a dedicated crew the team have worked through some very trying times including blown engines, fires and a crash as they worked to get a handle on the car. Their commitment and perseverance paid off in Feb 2025 when the team became the first in New Zealand to run a 5 second pass with a blown doorslammer, clocking an incredible 5.927 @ 245.61mph (395.27kph)

As a result the team now has the quickest and fastest doorslammer running in New Zealand.

Heading into the 25/26 season the team is focussed on getting a better handle on the tuneup for the varying track conditions to get consistency and ultimately more 5 second passes.

Beyond that the team has their sights set on Australia to compete at the Winter Nationals and are looking for sponsors interested in great brand exposure and participating in their racing program.

Certainly one to watch this season.