Tony Cardwell
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Tony Cardwell is a saloon car driver who was initially based in Christchurch, New Zealand but now races in the North Island. He learnt his trade at Woodford Glen Speedway, Kaiapoi.
He has achieved more podium finishes in the New Zealand Saloon Car Championships since its inception in 1969/70 than any other driver. His record stands at three wins, four seconds and three thirds. His three titles were earned in 1984/85 in Dunedin, 1987/88 in Wellington and 1995/96 again in Dunedin.
His first car was a Mustang in the 1970's followed by a Mustang Cobra II. He then owned two different Pontiacs, followed by a Buick Skyhawk. His latest car is a Corvette.
He is easily the most successful saloon car driver produced by the South Island, having won nine Canterbury titles and seven South Island titles.
