When you step into Lemon Garage, you feel it – the passion and nostalgic wonder held in a space that not only has its own story to tell, but the story of every car that has stood on the showroom floor, and the owners who’ve cherished them.

In today’s fast-paced world, where cars are mass-produced and often lack character, Lemon Garage stands as a reminder of the romance of motoring.

A place, however, doesn’t just create itself. Lemon Garage is the playful name given to a business that embodies the character of its founder and owner, Angus Webber, who has built it into what it is today.

Angus’ passion for cars was born alongside his earliest memories, deeply influenced as a young boy by his older brother Johan who, being sixteen years his senior, was already immersed in the motor industry.

At age five, Angus would often tag along with Johan, who had a car that would forever ignite his passion—a 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior “Stepnose” in bright orange. The car was more than just a machine; it was an experience.

Angus recalls the intoxicating scent of leather and freshly waxed exterior, the wood trim gleaming in the sun, and the soundtrack of Simon and Garfunkel or The Beatles playing on 8-track cassettes during countless drives with his brother. The Alfa wasn’t just a car; it was a catalyst, sparking a lifelong obsession with automobiles.

In 1981, Johan launched Midwest Spares, and by then, 16-year-old Angus was working weekends and holidays, absorbing every detail of the trade. When Johan acquired a Porsche 911 SC Targa in 1983, it was another turning point for Angus. He watched his brother restore the car to perfection, winning awards at the Porsche National Concourse.

After finishing university and completing his National Service, Angus joined Johan at Midwest Spares full-time in 1989. He owned several cars himself—a 1971 Mini 1000S as a first car, a VW Beetle, various Alfas, and more, each vehicle a chapter in his automotive journey. But business was tough in the late ‘90s, and in April 2000, Angus left the family business to join Porsche SA. He started in the Parts Department, quickly moving up to selling Porsches in the Pre-Owned Department, where he thrived.

By 2003, under the guidance of CEO Toby Venter, Angus was promoted to Pre-Owned Manager and played a pivotal role in expanding Porsche’s pre-owned business in South Africa. He went on to become the Group Pre-Owned Manager in 2008. He was now heading up the Porsche Pre-Owned business in South Africa which was completely dominating the Porsche scene locally and a world leader as well, with several best practices.

During his tenure at Porsche Angus drove several Porsches as company cars. Members of his sales team once calculated that he did more than half a million kilometres in 911 GT3 cars specifically; as you can imagine, his favourite car ever!

Despite his achievements, Angus had always dreamed of running his own business. In 2016, after more than 16 years with Porsche, he resigned. The planned a partnership didn’t work out and Angus took on a role at Ducati as National Sales Manager in 2017. While he enjoyed his time with this world renown brand, people and cars remained his true passions. In early 2018, Angus launched Lemon Garage, a business born from his love for both… “Loving people loving cars!”

Choosing a name wasn’t easy, but when Lemon Garage came up, it felt perfect to Angus. With his sharp sense of humour, he loved the irony of telling clients, “Congratulations, you just bought a Lemon!”—a playful nod to the industry term for a bad car.

As Lemon Garage has grown immensely, both in reach and reputation, his sons to whom he has passed down not only his passion for cars but also his deep respect for people have become integral to the business. Daniel and Luke now too help guide collectors in acquiring and selling cars of legend.

Journeying with clients through the wonder and nostalgia that makes each acquisition memorable, these discerning car-loving gentleman are relied upon and trusted by discerning collectors far and wide.

Angus, Daniel, and Luke believe that driving and owning a car should be fun, a unique experience that celebrates the quirks and characteristics that make each car special.

Whether it’s the thrill of a Porsche or the charm of an old Rolls, Lemon Garage is a haven for car lovers. Here, this trio helps create unforgettable lasting memories—just like the ones that sparked Angus’s own journey so many years ago.