They say a bakkie is just a tool — something built to work, to carry, to move. But that idea disappears the moment you hear the story of Poeksie.
It started with a Nissan 1400 — a 1996 model that had already lived through one chapter before finding its way to its second owner. To most, it was just another old bakkie.
To her, it was potential.
What followed wasn’t a quick build or a weekend project. It became a four-year journey — one shaped by patience, persistence, and a deep personal connection. Nights turned into early mornings, hands learned new skills, and every small victory pushed the build forward.
This wasn’t just restoration. This was transformation.
Under the bonnet, she chose to stay true to the bakkie’s roots. The original Nissan A14 engine remained — not replaced, but reimagined.
Instead of chasing trends with an engine swap, she converted it to fuel injection, blending old-school reliability with modern performance. It was a deliberate choice — one that respected the past while quietly stepping into the future.
But Poeksie was never meant to blend in.
The exterior tells that story instantly.
A fully customized white pearl paint job gives the bakkie a soft yet striking presence, shifting in the light with a depth that can’t be ignored. Running across it are two custom stripes — not created with vinyl or decals, but with real curtains used as patterns.
Fabric turned into art. Something unconventional, unexpected… and completely unique.
Exactly as it was meant to be.
Under the bonnet lies another layer of personality — an airbrushed piece of Rick, added purely for fun. Hidden from plain sight, it reflects the spirit behind the build: creative, bold, and unapologetically different.
It’s a reminder that not every detail needs to be serious to matter.
The name Poeksie carries its own story.
Inspired by the beloved Orkney Snork Nie, it brings a sense of humor and local culture into the build. It’s playful, memorable — and slightly misleading, because behind the lighthearted name stands something built with real dedication and strength.
Perhaps the most powerful part of Poeksie’s story isn’t what was built — but who built it.
This wasn’t the work of a large workshop or a team of professionals.
It was built by a woman and her brother, known as Nightmare Racing.
Together, they shaped every detail. Every challenge was faced head-on, every lesson learned through doing. It stands as a reflection of passion, resilience, and hands-on determination — breaking expectations of what a build like this is supposed to look like, and who is supposed to build it.
Poeksie is no longer just a Nissan 1400.
She is a story of time, creativity, and identity. A reminder that uniqueness isn’t found — it’s built.
And even after four years… her story isn’t finished yet.
