By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka
Harare — The King of Sungura can breathe a sigh of relief.
Alick Macheso has officially taken delivery of his beloved Toyota Fortuner — the very same vehicle he wrecked in a devastating accident — and it’s looking as good as new.
The SUV, which was almost written off after a serious crash, has been fully restored by MotorNet Panel Beaters in Waterfalls. The refurbished vehicle was handed over to the Charakupa hitmaker earlier this week, and the music icon couldn’t hide his joy.
Alick Macheso stands next to MotorNet Panel Beaters Managing Director Mr Tapiwa Parirenyatwa
‘I Still Want This Car’
In his brief but emotional acceptance speech, Macheso made it clear: despite the accident, he had no intention of letting go of his trusted ride.
“Accidents naturally happen,” he said. “If there was a way of avoiding it, I would have, but that is how life goes. This car is as good as new, and I still want it.”
His words come as a relief to fans who feared the vehicle was beyond repair. But MotorNet Panel Beaters had other plans.
‘We Were Up to the Task’
MotorNet Panel Beaters Managing Director Mr Tapiwa Parirenyatwa confirmed that the Fortuner had been restored to its former glory.
“When the Fortuner came in, it had been badly defaced by the accident,” he said. “But we were up to the task. We are happy with the result, and more importantly, the boss himself is happy.”
Back on the Road
Macheso, whose hits like Charakupa, Kupedza Nyaya and Chimokwani have made him a household name, is now back in the driver’s seat — quite literally.
The King of Sungura is expected to be back on the road in his restored Fortuner, much to the delight of fans who have followed his journey through music and now, through this close call.
Watch this space for updates as Macheso hits the road again.
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