The Design a Kombi competition is an annual creative initiative by Tavcor Volkswagen, giving young artists in the Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth community the opportunity to showcase their talents. Open to both primary and high school learners, this exciting competition encourages students to let their imaginations run wild and design a unique artwork for a Volkswagen Kombi.Â
Over the years, the Design a Kombi competition has seen incredible artwork from talented learners. Below, you’ll find galleries of past winning designs, each a testament to the creativity and artistic vision of our community’s youth.
Grey Junior School
Nischal Pillay
Erica Girls Primary
Emily Beach
Erica Girls Primary
Ayaphila Mabindla
Grey Junior School
Jordan Le Gras
Charlo Primary
Kian Olivier
Theodor Primary
Rija Altaf
Victoria Park High School
Tina Daymani
Collegiate Girls High
Jade Van Tonder
Victoria Park High School
Sibulele Mayedwa
with 963 votes
Riebeek College
Anjana Patel
with 1032 votes
Westering Primary
Ava Butler
with 1447 votes
Erica Girls Primary
Esona Solwandle
Each year, the competition is centered around a new theme, sparking creativity and artistic expression. Participants can download an official entry form featuring an outline of the vehicle, which they illustrate by hand according to the given theme.
Once entries close, winners are chosen via a combination of public voting and the final judging process. The competition culminates in an awards ceremony where the winning designs are announced.
Over and above cash prizes, the overall winning design is wrapped onto the Tavcor Volkswagen demonstration Kombi, transforming it into a moving canvas that celebrates young talent. This beautifully designed vehicle is then presented at the winner’s school, giving them the recognition they deserve.