Chaca may 2017 journal web by CHACA

The official magazine of the

Classic & Historic Automobile Club of Australia ACN 004 677 570

May 2017 Volume 51 Number 11

Putting out a tasty spread at our last general meeting!

To bring together persons with a common interest, to encourage the use, maintenance and preservation of automobiles built from the 1st January, 1931 up to 25 years old, without prejudice to make, model, method of manufacture or country of origin.

Committee

Secretary: Br ian Gar r ett bjgarrett@optusnet.com.au Mob. 0400 166 762 President: Br ian Gar r ett bjgarrett@optusnet.com.au Mob. 0400 166 762 Vice President: J ames Allan (Colleen) Ph. 03 9729 6729 Treasurer: Fr ed Eakins (Chr is) fjeakins@tpg.com.au Ph: 03 9735 1151 Mob: 0408 343 409 Editor: René Gielen Mob. 0430 526 328 editor@chaca.com.au Property Officer: Eddie Reynolds eddier2@optusnet.com.au Ph: 03 9770 1231 Mob: 0429 142 460 Technical Officer &Membership Secretary: Barry & Rosslyn Smith rozbar@bigpond.com Ph: 5985 9220 Mob: 0408 440 240 Activities Coordinator: Vacant Liaison Officer: James Allan (Colleen)

Ph. 03 9729 6729 Webmaster: Rolf Zelder 0403 289 477 webmaster@chaca.com.au

CHACA is affiliated with the Association of Motoring Clubs (AOMC) and the Federation of Veteran Vintage and Classic Vehicle Clubs. Club representatives are Bob Clark (AOMC) and Brian Garrett (Federation). Brian Garrett is the club’s Welfare officer .

Meetings

4th. Thursday of the month at 8pm (except December ) at CHACA Clubrooms, Unit 8, 41 Norcal Road, Nunawading Tea, coffee and snacks are served at the conclusion of each meeting. Visitors and prospective new Members are welcomed. CHACA is a Disabled Friendly Club with fully paved parking facilities, level access throughout, disability toilets, PA system with Tele-Loop compatibility for hearing impaired and wheelchair lift to the upstairs library. The Club is equipped with a portable defibrillator for medical emergencies at all meetings and events.

Club Newsletter

The Journal is published monthly. Items for inclusion in the Journal must be mailed, emailed or passed on to the Editor at Club Meetings. The Committee reserves the right to edit or decline any article deemed unsuitable. Photographs submitted for possible publication should preferably be glossy 5”x 7” or 6” x 4” prints or high resolution jpg/bmp images to ensure best reproduction in the Journal. Opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the Club.

Journal Closing Dates

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Journal Nights

Normally 3rd.Thursday every month.

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The Club’s website www.chaca.com.au is updated regularly and features Club History, Club Promotions, an Events Calendar, a full Journal for downloading and many photographs of Club Events.

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Archivist and Historian Margaret Griffin - 5977 6649

CHACA Life Members

Ray Griffin, Margaret Griffin, Henry Alger, Barry Smith, Jim Kerr, Dale Allen, Bill Kerr, Roy Pepprell, Eddie Reynolds, Bob Mantle, Patricia Wightman, Peter Galley, John Schuurman, Kevin Churchill. Deceased: Fr ed McGear y, Nor m Watt, Don Main, Ian Davey, Tom Lambert, Eddy Dobbs Snr, Col Patience, Gordon Wightman, John Hunt, Max Austin.

CHACA CPS Eligibility Criteria

Committee has looked at the draft guidelines and the Sub -Committee has now produced the new guidelines.

See Page 18.

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APRIL GENERAL MEETING The May 25th General Meeting. Come along and have a great social night as well as an educational one, as we have a guest speaker, John Mullia, who we give us all the best information on the Evans Waterless Coolant. James Allan will have his MG on display which uses the waterless coolant system.

Brian Garrett, President

PRESIDENTS REPORT It’s been a long time since we had a “sausage sizzle” before a general meeting, so for the April GM we did just that. Members seemed to enjoy it, and it fostered a lot more interaction between members. I am sure we will make this a regular event on selected GM nights. I do have to thank Esther Healy for bringing the coleslaw and Roz Smith for the tossed salad. Added that finishing touch. John Christie brought along his Holden 48-215 for display and gave us a great talk.. Under new arrangements to protect the carpet we had to display this vehicle in the foyer, which was not as enjoyable as if it had been displayed in the main room. We are negotiating with VDC to see if we can come back to the old arrangement. The Good Friday Hot Cross Bun day this year organised by the VDC was successful in spite of showers causing some problems. Very well run by the VDC with a marquee to shelter under while lining up for the buns. Next year it is CHACA turn to run the event so let’s get our act together and make it an even greater event. Suggestions gratefully received. The VDC had a trailer at the event pulled by an early Rugby. Not sure of the year but certainly 20’s. Now this vehicle looked in first class condition but it had an M Plate. In talking to the owner it apparently has a considerable amount of Toyota running gear under it. You would never know and the build is a credit to the owner but once again indicates a trend that is appearing more regularly. A classic vehicle appearing in every respect as a fine restoration to original specs however containing many modern improvement in its makeup. This trend is very noticeable in the US and I expect that it will become more frequent out here. I completely understand this trend. In most cases it is a result of not being able to procure original or remanufactured components to keep the car on the road. Also in some cases it is to improve safety with brakes, wipers, glass, lights etc along with reliability issues with driveline items being the catalyst for adopting the modified approach. The new generation of car collectors are more open to modifying their vehicles, and the traditionalists, of which I am one, may need to be more relaxed about what is occurring. I am certainly not talking about those high end historic and classic vehicles like, say, a Mercedes 300SL for example. I would be horrified to think someone would stick a 350 Chev engine in such a vehicle. No, I am talking about the everyday classics and historic vehicles that most of us can afford or obtain. As parts become more difficult to find, or too expensive, we may all have to adopt what is available to keep our gems on the road. After all a Classic is no use to us parked in a garage I say. Me thinks the next ten years are going to be very interesting. See you all at the next General Meeting where we will learn all about waterless coolants. Brian Garrett

CHACA Coming Events May 21st. National Motor ing Her itage Day, Bellar ine June 4th Dr omana pub r un with the Oldsmobile club

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CHACA 2017 PLANNED CLUB EVENTS Following is the provisional list of CHACA club runs and general meetings. Please note that given circumstances dates and locations may change over the year: May

21st. Sunday. National Motoring Heritage Day, Bellarine 25th. Thursday. General Meeting at VDC Clubrooms June 4th Dromana pub run with the Oldsmobile club 22nd. Thursday. General Meeting at VDC Clubrooms. July 27th. Thursday. General Meeting at VDC Clubrooms. August 24th. Thursday. General Meeting at VDC Clubrooms. September 17th. Sunday. Run to Darnum Musical Village. Includes lunch. 28th. Thursday. General Meeting at VDC Clubrooms. October. 1st. Sunday. Caribbean Gardens. 26th. Thursday. Annual General Meeting at VDC Clubrooms. November. 23rd. Thursday. Presentation night at VDC clubrooms.

JOINT CLUB EVENT: CLUB RUN TO DROMANA, JUNE 4TH The Oldsmobile club have extended an invitation to us to join them on their June club run. The run will be a casual run starting in Wheelers Hill, and will go to the Dromana Hotel for lunch. Details are as follows: Date Sunday 4th June Meeting Point and Time: Brandon Park Shopping Centre Car Park Cnr Ferntree Gully Road and Springvale Road, Wheelers Hill 11.00am for 11.30am departure Lunch: Pub lunch from the menu After lunch: Meander your way home Contact Person Dennis Healy 0411 187 882 BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

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2017 SHANNONS CLUB ONLINE SHOW AND SHINE BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND WITH $6,000 WORTH OF FUEL VOUCHERS TO BE WON The 2017 Shannons Club online Show and Shine is an opportunity to show-off your pride and joy by entering the best photos of your vehicle for your chance to win some great prizes. 'Weekly' and 'Best in Show' prizes will be awarded by Shannons, once again the Shannons judges will be looking at the appearance (including cleanliness, shine, condition and presentation) of the exterior, interior, engine and wheels of your vehicle, along with the creativity, effort and pride displayed in the photos of your vehicle submitted. Club Members will decide who takes home the 'Category' prizes, so take a browse through the 2017 entries and vote on your favourite vehicles. Share your 2017 entry with your friends and make sure they vote for your vehicle. https://www.shannons.com.au/club/show-n-shine/

REMEMBER WHENâ&#x20AC;Ś.. Who can remember when cars came with a 'dickie' seat? Here's a black and white photograph from Museum Victoria showing friends, out for a Sunday drive in the 1930's. Ivy and Frederick Russell were relegated to the back 'dickie' seat. But I can recall that some cars were still getting around in the 50s that had a dickie seat. They may have been old cars of course or were there still some manufacturers making cars with dickie seats? "Young couple sitting in the 'dickie seat' [the back foldout seat] of a Citroen motor car, while a man holds back the folding cover of this seat, and two women kneel in the front seat, facing backwards towards the photographer. The car is parked on a dirt road. John & Louise Baker

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1957 CHEVROLET BEL AIR CONVERTIBLE Owner: Peter Hibber t. Model: # 2434, 2 door Bel Air Conver tible. Made by: Chevr olet Motor Div`; Gener al Motor s Cor por ation. Made in: Detr oit, Michigan, U.S.A. Engine: 8 cylinder OHV ‘vee’ form. Engine capacity: 283 cubic inch petr ol aspir ation. BHP: 220 developed. Body colour: Matador Red; white conver tible top Transmission: 3 speed 350 `Tur bohydr amatic` automatic. Brakes: Hydr aulic vacuum power assisted. 11” dia. Drums. Steering: Ball-race. Differential: Hypoid semi-floating 3.36:1 ratio. Suspension: Front: Independent coil springs/’A’ arms, ball joint. Rear: Longitudinal 4-leaf, hydraulic shock absorbers. Wheelbase: 115”. Convertible top: Electr ic/hydr aulic push/pull button. Description. This very stylish, most popular and much desired Chevrolet Convertible has held its` value in the Tri-Chevrolet `55/`56/`57 classic car market. One of 47,562 American built 1957 Chevrolet Convertibles with an original base price of US$2,611. This Convertible came from Seattle, Washington in the North West of USA where it had been stored for 12 years. The speedometer showed only 62,000 miles and it had not suffered from corrosion, abuse or collision. Imported late 80`s to Western Australia, the new owner spared no expense in a total restoration using restored original and reproduction items. It is undetectably converted to RHD using Australian GM components. The presentation is faultless and a credit to the professional restorer. I have constantly and painstakingly maintained the Chevy since 1991 to keep it in pristine condition. Any feature that appears to be deteriorating is immediately restored using original parts provided with the factory build. It usually receives top trophies wherever it is shown. It is a delight to drive and a great classic long distance touring car. All the Family enjoy it immensely & our son drives it often in tandem with another of our classic cars to tours, shows & events. Original registration number “CHEV-57”. Now “24724-H”. Peter Hibbert

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AUSTRALIA’S MOST PRIZED CAR COLLECTION IS HEADING TO AUCTION Australia isn’t known for its glamorous car auctions like the spectacle of our American and European counterparts. Well that’s all about to change with Mossgreen hauling in one of the century’s finest selection of classic cars to go under the hammer – and it’s all happening in Sydney this month. After staging several successful auctions across the country, Mossgreen will finally arrive in Sydney with an astonishing portfolio of collector cars valued at almost AU$6 million. The impressive collection includes a 1964 Aston Martin DB5 which is expected to fetch over $1,500,000, a 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 ‘Birdcage’ Recreation estimated to be worth $650,000 and a historic 1913 Model T Ford no less. Also on the most wanted list will be the coveted 1979 Australian Touring Car Championship winning Holden Torana A9X, a legendary car which is being brought to auction for the first time ever. James Nicholls who is Mossgreen Collectors’ Cars Specialist explained that the car is “still in running order” and wears the original livery of its racing days in 1979. The auction will take place on the 28th of May at Carriageworks. Until then, have a peruse of the lots that will be going under the hammer and start saving your pocket change. Lot 1: 1966 Triumph Bonneville T120TT Special – estimated at $20,000-22,000 Lot 2: 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220S – estimated at $15,000-18,000 Lot 3: 1913 Model T Ford – estimated at $32,000-38,000 Lot 4: 1959 Porsche 356 ‘A’ – estimated at $170,000-185,000 Lot 5: 1964 Aston Martin DB5 – estimated at $1,500,000-1,600,000 Lot 6: 1933 Reo Flying Cloud Two-Door Coupe – estimated at $35,000-40,000 Lot 7: 1977 Ex Bob Morris Holden A9X Hatchback Torana – estimated at $850,000-1,050,000 Lot 8: 1962 Porsche 356 T-6 ‘Notchback’ – estimated at $90,000-120,000 Lot 9: 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 ‘Birdcage’ Recreation – estimated at $600,000-650,000 Lot 10: 1953 Alvis-Healey Three Litre Sports Convertible – estimated at $35,000-40,000 Lot 11: 1954 Alvis TA21G Fixed Head Coupé – estimated at $150,000-165,000 Lot 12: 1940 Packard One-Ten Drop Head Coupe – estimated at $40,000-45,000 Lot 13: 1970 Aston Martin DB6 MK 2 Vantage – estimated at $750,000-850,000 Lot 14: 1936 Rolls-Royce 25-30 HP – estimated at $120,000-160,000 Lot 15: 1983 Porsche 911 (930) 3.3 Litre Turbo – estimated at $170,000-190,000 Lot 16: 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL – estimated at $200,000-220,000 Lot 17: 1956 Austin-Healey 100M – estimated at $220,000-250,000 Lot 18: 1936 Packard ‘120’ – estimated at $48,000-54,000 Lot 19: 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 60th Anniversary 427 Convertible – estimated at $135,000-145,000 Lot 20: 1986 Ferrari Testarossa – estimated at $220,000-240,000 Lot 21: NSW 36 – Vehicle registration – estimated at $400,000-440,000

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STEVE MCQUEEN: LE MANS IN THE REARVIEW MIRROR Don Nunley’s new book Steve McQueen: Le Mans in the Rearview Mirror is a personal view of the filming of McQueen’s Le Mans epic. Nunley’s position as the Property Master in the movie was significant. A Property Master is responsible for making sure there is continuity between scenes – how much water was in the glass, how long was the cigarette ash, etc. and for purchasing, renting, and even manufacturing all props needed for a production; he makes sure they are functional and positioned correctly for each scene; Le Mans required more than 20,000 props. In addition, Nunley helped to market the props, such as the Heuer watches worn by McQueen during the movie. Nunley saw a lot and knew a lot; he was on the set the entire time. He had previously been the assistant Property Master for Wanted, Dead or Alive, a TV western starring McQueen. McQueen was arrogant even then. “If he disliked something in the script, he would literally start ripping out the pages,” recalled Nunley. Bolstered by the success of Bullitt, by 1969 McQueen now had the money and power to create the movie he had dreamt about since 1959, when, according to Nunley, McQueen announced that he would make a racing movie and Brigitte Bardot would be the female lead.

character development. He wanted a semidocumentary, and the Studio wasn’t buying that. McQueen was stubborn and the script languished despite the efforts of novelist Denne Bart Petitclerc, screenwriter Harry Kleiner and Ken Purdy. “If it’s not on the page it ain’t on the stage” is an old showbiz adage and it certainly applied to the set of Le Mans. The lack of a story line, any sense of plot and no leading ladies not only hampered the production, but eventually caused the critical failure of the film and McQueen’s downfall (although short lived) as well. “I’m making it so my grandmother in Montana who knows nothing about cars can understand,” said McQueen. But McQueen found it hard to explain that even to himself. “Usually he would end up shrugging and saying the script was in his head,” said Nunley. “His flat-out unwillingness to compromise made him a folk hero to racing enthusiasts, but also cost him dearly.” The show and the race went on however, as the crew filmed over 100,000 feet of film both in car and around the circuit (much of which was recently discovered rotting in a warehouse). Nunley, too, was shooting stills with a Nikon throughout the filming and his photos serve as the basis of his book; most from his When he accepted the position for Le Mans, Nun- own collection and most never seen before. ley knew what he as dealing with, but never realFinally, a female lead was written into the story ized the amount of time and effort it would take to and the team considered Twiggy, (too skinny), finish the film. The planned six-week shoot lasted the Avenger’s Diana Rigg (too tall for the maybe from July 7, 1970 to November 7th, by which time 5’10” McQueen) and German actress, Elga Anderthe trees had turned from green to yellow son lucked out. According to Nunley, McQueen (something that Nunley strangely failed to mengreeted her by saying, “You did not screw the dition). From the onset, the problem was that rector. You did not screw the producer. You did not McQueen wanted to make the best racing film pos- screw me. So how did you get this part?” Welcome sible, and wasn’t interested in love interests or to McQueen’s World. CHACA Journal Page 8

the-hill, with all the human frailties that go along with the huge ego. That doesn’t mean we can forgive or forget his actions. But it does help explain them. Nevertheless, the movie suffered and therefore so did race fans and the sport. Today it seems that everyone comments about how after so many years, the movie has shown its worth and vindicated its star. It has become a racing legend, a pure and intense example of what a racing film should be. How can one ever erase the memory of McQueen crashing the 917? For us guys, the movie is indeed one of the best, if not the best. But, wonder if the studios had their way, and McQueen had produced an epic with great drama as well, perhaps like Gone With the Wind? Now that would have Oh, it gets worse. Several of Nunley’s revelations been a real winner – for everyone. Instead, Nunley about McQueen’s more astonishing behavior have says it for the rest of the world; “If only for his been previously aired in the DVD Steve McQueen, sake, I wanted to be enchanted when I saw Le the Man & Le Mans. But if you aren’t familiar with Mans. Instead, I felt like I had just sat through a this side of McQueen, be prepared. McQueen fans couple of excruciating hours of a relative’s home will not likely be happy with this; unlike many movies.” Hollywood movies, it’s not a pretty picture. McQueen thought he was entitled to “…absolute fealty no matter how rude, disruptive and bizarre his behavior became.” Nunley did not think much of McQueen’s often unprofessional attitude on the set. And his refusal to “toady around him” meant that Nunley was not destined to become a bosom buddy. Nevertheless, Nunley has no reason bear a grudge, no particular reason to write the book (his co-author Marshall Terrill convinced him to do it) and we have little reason to doubt Nunley’s account. If Nunley is to be believed, Steve McQueen, circa 1970, was not a particularly nice guy and that is putting it mildly. It does make for a very fast read, as one goes from page to page wondering what will be the next misadventure at Le Mans. As his actions, or inactions, were apparently cost- Like the Le Mans adventure, the book is a bit of a ing Cinema City a fortune; McQueen was reigned wild ride, fast moving, adventurous and for most of in and lost control. Then the director, John Sturges, us who are not students of Mr. McQueen, both surhad had it with McQueen and quit in disgust. Lee prising and often dismaying. The text is minimal Katzin was called in to finish the job. McQueen, but has a lot of impact; the photography is superb who was by then barred from any post-production and makes up for the lack of text (we just wish work, did not like the final cut and was very conNunley had told us more). It has a few incorrect spicuously absent from the movie’s premiere in captions and minor typos, but a superb layout and Indianapolis in June, 1971. Incredibly, despite all photo reproduction. the miscues, the movie made money for Cinema Worth it? Let’s give it a 8 out of 10. Center. *Hardbound, dust jacket, 256 pages, 422 color Now you might say this, so we’ll say it for you and black and white photos and agree: Anyone who can drive a racecar as well *ISBN 978-1-85443-289-6 as McQueen (as his second at Sebring with a foot *US $79 plus shipping in cast proved) and at the same time take on Holly- Be sure to check out more Steve McQueen titles wood on his own terms is a very, very strong and from Dalton Watson Fine Books! remarkable person. So as you settle in to read this book at one sitting (it reads that well) keep in mind April 18, 2017 By pete that McQueen is larger than life, living in a rarefied http://www.velocetoday.com/steve-mcqueen-leatmosphere of his own making, absolutely king-of- mans-in-the-rearview-mirror/ CHACA Journal Page 9

RACV FLORENCE THOMSON TOUR A FIRST RACV ROYALAUTO MAGAZINE

When the formidable Florence Thomson took part in Australia’s first long-distance motoring event, the Dunlop Reliability Motor Contest in 1905, she couldn’t have envisaged the enthusiastic tribute Melbourne women would pay to her 112 years later. At RACV’s inaugural RACV Florence Thomson tour on Sunday, more than 100 people in 50 vehicles, each driven by a woman inspired by Florence, paid tribute to the pioneering spirit of the trial’s only female entrant. While Florence’s arduous five-day trial traversed 920 kilometres of old coach road between Sydney and Melbourne, Sunday’s drivers took a smoother path through the Yarra Valley in their heritage cars. Among them were RACV member Annette Newell, with her mother Ann Newell and her two daughters, Shenay and Kalinda McIntyre – three generations of women raised with a love for motoring.

“My mum and dad were very much into vintage cars, it’s been part of my life for my whole life and now my children are the same,” says Annette. “Having my family on this tour was very special. In particular, having my youngest daughter Shenay drive my 1926 Willys Overland Whippet on her learner’s. “She did really well, she hadn’t driven a manual before the day!” says Annette. “I think vintage cars are actually easier to drive than modern cars in terms of gears.” Annette and her family have restored many cars and are all mechanically minded. “My car was restored from a rusty heap of stuff that we picked up from Swansea NSW in

2001,” Annette says. “The hardest part about restoring these vintage cars for me is converting imperial measurements actually. But I do have support from my dad and members of the Willys Overland Car Club. “It is also just a matter of finding time for restoring these types of cars,” Annette says. “My next project is restoring a 1912 Overland. The body of the car is wood, I’m hoping her maiden voyage will be in September when we have the veteran Overland rally in Orange.” “I think everyone really enjoyed the Florence Thompson Tour, it was so bubbly. There were heaps of women driving cars on their own, no partners or husbands next to them,” says Annette. “It was very well supported and the turn-out was amazing. I think it shows how much interest women have for motoring, more than people had first thought.” Written by Jessica Hirst May 03, 2017 RACV RoyalAuto magazine

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THE RACV FLORENCE THOMSON TOUR 30-4-2017 Report: Re: the Inaugural Ladies RACV Florence Thomson Tour, that some CHACA lady members enjoyed on Sunday 30.4.2017. The Tour was inspired by women in motoring. Daryl Meek, RACV Motoring Interest Manager, came up with the idea and he and Rebecca Howell and a small team from the RACV organised the great day. It celebrated the pioneering spirit and the contribution of women to Australian Motoring. The tour was organised for women drivers only.

adopters of motor cars and both competed in each of their cars in the early years of motoring in Australia in the 1900s. The car on display in the middle of the Lunch room, was identical to Florence Thomsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 1904 six horsepower Wolseley Swift. In 1905 Florence, was the sole female entrant of 16 entries, in the Dunlop Reliability Motor Contest from Sydney to Melbourne.

CHACA: Some of the CHACA ladies that I came across on the day were: Trish Alger who drove their 35 Start: 9.30am: Approximately Dodge Tourer with her passengers, 100 guests, 50 cars arrived at Amanda Alger, her daughter in law, Coombe Cottage at the Historic and her two daughters, Jen JohnMelba estate, the home of Dame stone and Susie Worrell . Nelle Melba , we all parked in a Rosslyn Smith, who drove their beautiful circular garden entrance. Mercedes Benz 380SL, was accompanied by her We were welcomed with a beautiful morning tea friend, Lorraine Poyner. of Devonshire Scones, Jam and Cream with Tea Gillian Gilbert drove their Volkswagen Type 1 and coffee. Sedan, accompanied by her husband Barry Gilbert A brief talk on the origin of the tour was given by as passenger/navigator. Daryl; also an introduction to the Coombe Estate Thea Hillier and I shared the driving, of our 1991 was given by the Caretaker. We were invited to BMW 318i. John Baker and Mal Hillier were the meander through the beautiful gardens after morn- passengers and navigators. ing tea, which everyone enjoyed. The day 11am Tour: The 90Km car tour then started, via was funded the picturesque and sometimes narrow roads of the by the ranges of Yarra Glen, Kangaroo Ground and King- RACV, as lake to the RACV Healesville Country Club. Some the cost per cars were invited to park at the entrance to the head of $25 RACV country club for display purposes. was donated 1.30pm Lunch: On entering the function, we were to the greeted with an array of pre lunch drinks, which we RACV enjoyed in the Ballroom foyer, or on the beautiful Community balcony, taking in the beautiful Healesville scenFoundation. ery. The Rally We were then bag was very art deco and was filled with heritage invited to be post cards, heritage fridge magnets, key rings and a seated and delicious small bar of Yarra Valley chocolate, a enjoyed a de- discount voucher and also a brochure covering stolicious two ries of Florence Thomson, and her various pioneercourse lunch ing tours from Adelaide to Melbourne and Adewith an exhi- laide to Sydney. bition of laA very successful day was enjoyed by ladies and dies fashion gentlemen. across the The RACV are thinking, of doing more of these eras. â&#x20AC;&#x153; lady driver tours in the future, which we, who attended are sure will be very popular!!! Mrs Florence Thomson, of Adelaide was one of Attached are some photos of the day starting off at the first women motorists. She and her husband, morning tea through to our Lunch stop. Adelaide Dentist, Ben Thomson, were early Report: Louise Baker 30.4.2017 CHACA Journal Page 11

THE RACV FLORENCE THOMSON TOUR 30-4-2017

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HOT CROSSED BUN RUN, 14 APRIL 2017

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were issued for this purpose. Further passes are available for those going. Contact President.

CLASSIC & HISTORIC AUTOMOBILE CLUB of AUSTRALIA MINUTES OF GENERAL MEETING Held 27th April 2017 at Norcal Rd Nunawading Opening & Welcome Sausage sizzle prior to meeting. Well attended Holden Display & talk on his early working days with Holdenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s by John Christie. Apologies Paul Goethel, Fred Eakins, Doug Bonsor, Brian & Laurel Sanderson, Mick Whiting, Rowland Tidd. New Members & Visitors Three new members came along to the meeting. Richard Zvirbulis Holden Statesman John Olsen Mercedes Benz Tony Lee Porche 928S4 & Saab Aero. President welcomes them to the club and wished them well for future enjoyment in the club activities. Confirmation of Minutes Mar ch 2017 Moved: Bob Clark Seconded: Peter Cassar Business Arising from March meeting Kevin Churchill gave a briefing on the current Club Structure and the requirements of annual financial reports. Kevin stated the following CHACA operates as a Company limited by guarantee and is therefore responsible to ASIC Companies limited by guarantee have a three tier reporting framework. These obligations apply to financial years ending on and after June 2010. We are a tier 1 company, i.e. a small company limited by guarantee (as defined in section 45B of the corporation act 2001. Therefore: Unless directed by a member or ASIC, the company does not have to: Prepare a financial report or have it audited. Prepare a directors report Notify members of annual reports When the annual report was presented at the 2016 Annual General Meeting it was announced that members could request a copy. Members may request a hard or electronic copy and that request stands until the member changes their selection. The President explained that at the last meeting Paul Goethel invited CHACA members to display their cars at the Historic Winton 27th & 28th May. Do we have club members intending to go and are they displaying vehicles.? There was a small response from members and some passes

Correspondence In: Report on Hot Cross Bun day from VDC. VDC Collected $603 which was donated to the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital Good Friday appeal. Letter from VDC re new tenant rules. No longer can we have vehicles on display in meeting room. Must be placed in foyer area only. Out: Reply to VDC. Business arising from Correspondence Nil Monthly Reports President/Secretary: Br ian Gar r ett Progress of trial period for a fixed date for CPS. vehicle eligibility . The cutoff date will be 1st December 1992. Both for and against opinions have been expressed and will be discussed at committee. Someone to organise a run for June. No volunteers yet. The matter of when we have our 2017 Presentation day was raised. It was the general consensus that we should have a lunch on a Sunday. Committee will establish a date and publicise. Treasurers Report: Fr ed Eakin Acceptance moved by Brian Garrett. Seconded Ray Griffin The treasurer also provided bound copies of the Annual Financial Report for year ending 30 June 2016. These reports were made available to members present on the night. Copies are also available to members by contacting the president Vice President: J ames Allan James was unable to attend. No report. Membership Secretary: Bar r y Smith Barry Smith indicated that he had seven new member applications for the month. Also eight information packs had been sent out. Technical Officer: Bar r y Smith There were five new CPS permits issued for April Property: Eddie Reynolds New type of name badge now being issued. The bumper type CHACA badges are still available. Chocolates available Journal: Rene Gielen/Eddie Reynolds

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Eddie asked if members are satisfied with the Journal delivery times, and explained the new postage delivery times. Also asked if the plastic envelope was an improvement. Members agreed that the plastic envelope was a good move.

Good reports on Hot Cross bun day 14th April. Well organised by VDC but showers disrupted it for many. Coming Events 21st May National Motoring Heritage day. Bellarine Estate Non Club event. 14th May. Mornington Car Club having run to Arthurs Seat chairlift. Guest Speaker. John Christie gave an excellent talk on not only how he acquired his 48-215 Holden but about his early working life at a Holden dealership and the shenanigans that went on. Very interesting. Meeting closed

Web Site: Rolf Zelder : No r epor t Club Rooms & Activities: J ames Allen The president reported that next month a Guest Speaker will talk on waterless coolant. Library: Kevin Oates: No r epor t Quarterly Reports. AOMC: Bob Clark./Dennis Healy. - No report Federation: Brian Garrett. Next Meeting 20th May - Albury Past Events & Activities

Another successful Shannon's auction in Melbourne! A very well attended auction at Shannons new offices in Heatherton saw some Aussie Muscle and a well restored E-type fetch the big results. The collection of original Mazda RX7â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s were also well contested, the 2 earlier models heading to an online bidder in Orange NSW. VIC plate 282 fetched an impressive $170,000!

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HISTORIC WINTON FREE TICKETS! The Historic Winton event is a great one or two day event for those that appreciate a bit of motor racing. See brochure (right). I have limited tickets available that will enable members to get into the display vehicle section and circuit free of charge. Only one person is covered so if additional persons in car they will need to pay entry fee. Limit of two tickets per request Contact Brian Garrett 0400166762 or bjgarrett@optusnet.com.au for tickets.

Colin and Jenny Woods

Factory 3/45 Kolora Road Heidelberg West, Victoria 3081

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JOIN CHACA AT MOTORCLASSICA 2017!

Hello again! After a rain and wind swept 2016 event, we’re back on the roster again for this year’s Motorclassica! Fingers crossed for some better weather! There are many reasons why we as a club want to be included in the club sandwich. Motorclassica has evolved over the past few years into one of, if not THE major car enthusiasts’ event in Australia. In fact it is fair to say many car distributors have started to shun the very expensive Sydney and Melbourne motor shows in favour of events like these. For many good reasons. Not only that, the Motorclassica organisers have excelled year on year on bringing together some of the finest classic automobiles in the Southern Hemisphere, as well as coming up with some great themes. This year the themes will include:  100 Years of Holden  110 Years of Lancia  Celebrating Moto Guzzi  70 years of Ferrari  Classic Speedway  And much more Rest assured they’ll bring together some fine examples of these great marques! Apart from the motorshow itself, we’ll see a Concours d’Elegance, the Tour Classica bringing the cars through the streets of Melbourne, the classic car auction, and the club sandwich. http://www.motorclassica.com.au/club-sandwich-4/ From the club’s perspective, this event is one of the best ones for us to put our club forward and present ourselves to a completely new audience of potential members. That opportunity is something we’d seriously like to grab by the horns, so the club is now actively going to seek members who would like to display their classics during the event. We’re 50 years young this year, and have a great deal to offer and showcase as a club! We have plenty left in the tank, but even our club needs to stop and fill up (on some new members in this case) once in a while! What the club is offering:  Opportunity to showcase your classic to a large audience, mix and mingle with the crowd, and tell all your stories about the car as well as our club!  Entry tickets for driver and one passenger  What is expected, let’s be clear about it:  We will either get the Saturday or Sunday, which will be confirmed 1-2 months prior to event  We’d like to showcase cars from every decade (if possible) form the 1920ies onwards, to show what a diverse and varied club we are!  The car will need to enter the compound around 8am of that morning, and will need to remain there till 5pm/closing; this is why the club will offer the entry tickets as well as lunch and refreshments, we understand it’s a long day  We’d also like to encourage members in pairs of 2 to be available with club info/flyers  Yes it may be dusty/windy/rainy, unfortunately we can’t predict the Melbourne weather Again, we understand the commitment required for this event, but would also like to state that we do see this as a premier opportunity to present ourselves as a club of passionate car enthusiasts. Hopefully, we can bring that spark across and find some more members to come and join us at our monthly runs and meetings! Questions or comments? Ask any of the committee members, or else, speak to René about joining the CHACA club sandwich! Contact: René Gielen, 0430 526 328 editor@chaca.com.au CHACA Journal Page 17

CHACA CLUB PERMIT SCHEME ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES CHACA is a VicRoads authorised Club to participate in the VicRoads Club Permit Scheme (CPS). VicRoads has set rules to determine the eligibility of vehicles for the Club Permit Scheme. These may be viewed in the CPS handbook or on the VicRoads website. CHACA has set its own additional requirements for vehicles to be submitted for the CPS using CHACA’s authorisation. The additional requirements are in line with the original CHACA charter of vehicle originality and preservation. The following are CHACA's requirements for Members submitting vehicles for CPS assessment. 1. 2.

The vehicle’s age must be greater than 25 years from manufacture. Vehicles submitted for CPS application must be as the manufacturer originally designed and built. Some modifications are permitted in line with the original manufacture option list, are period correct, or are based on safety issues, but in all cases must not detract from originality. Replicas derived from a lower model are acceptable as long as the appearance is as original as possible to the intended vehicle model (e.g. GT Falcon from a base Falcon). 3. Applicants for the CPS will certify that the vehicle submitted will remain roadworthy during the permit period and unmodified from what was originally submitted. 4. Once a vehicle has been accepted by CHACA for CPS It will be the members’ responsibility to maintain the vehicle as originally presented, with no further modifications and in a roadworthy condition for all permit renewal applications. 5. Determination of the eligibility for any vehicle submitted to CHACA for CPS will be at the discretion of the Committee. Vehicle CPS application must be submitted to the Technical Officer in writing. For further questions, please contact the committee.

CALL FOR ARTICLES! To All at CHACA, want to share any interesting story, piece of automotive history, fun piece of trivia, or a “me and my car” story, email us and send us some photos as well! We enjoy writing and reading on fellow club members, so feel free to send us YOUR story. Also, we don’t want this to be a “boys only” journal, so ladies, please do send us your story, even if it’s your tip to fellow car-enthusiast-wives on how to get him out of the garage for longer than just dinner! Email us at: editor@chaca.com.au

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EVENTS & SWAP MEETS OF INTEREST TO CLUB MEMBERS 21-May

National Motoring Heritage Day

(AOMC Office) 03 9555 0133

Venue - Bellarine Estate, 2270 Portarlington Road, Bellarine 22-May

AOMC DELEGATES' MEETING

(AOMC Office) 03 9555 0133

Venue - Jaguar Healey Club, 23 Rosalie Street, SPRINGVALE 27-28 May

Historic Winton - Austin 7 Club

www.austin7club.org/historic_winton%202016.html

Venue - Winton Raceway TBC-Jul

Never Been Kissed Display Day: Sunday , Gippsland vehicle collection, 1a Sale Rd Maffra http://www.gippslandvehiclecollection.org.au/

27-Aug

Picnic at Marong;; Neil Athorn 0408 033 839 http://veterancarclub.org.au/?tribe_events=federation-picnic-at-morong

TBC-Oct

Euroa Show & Shine, Kirkland Av. Euroa Veteran Car Club of Australia (Victoria)

TBC-Nov

Off Roaders Display Day: Gippsland vehicle collection, 1a Sale Rd Maffra http://www.gippslandvehiclecollection.org.au/

TBC-Nov

Swanpool Swap Meet

2-Dec

Whittlesea Swap Meet

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BUY, SWAP AND SELL

Advertisements in this column will appear for three consecutive months unless instructions to the contrary are received by the Editor. Victorian State laws require all advertisements for registered vehicles to display a Price and Registration Number, and for unregistered vehicles, the sale price together with the engine or VIN/Chassis number. Advertisements that do not comply with the above will not be listed, nor will it be the Editor’s responsibility to seek such information. WANTED: Old telephone box and cast ir on fire hydrant. In good condition or requiring restoration. Pay good price. Old Motorbike sidecar or frame. Any condition. To be modified to transport mobility scooter. 60’s Ford Wheels with inflated tyres, any condition to move car around workshop. Any quantity up to 4. Bob Clark 03-9391 8327 (0616) PARTS FOR SALE - 1928 AB CHEVROLET All parts are in various state of dismantlement and I would like to sell as one lot. 1. 4 - Four cylinder engines 2. 4 - Starter Motors 3. 6 - Gear boxes & gears etc 4. 10 - Rear axles 5. 5 - Differentials housing and 6. 10 - Carter carburettors 7. 2 - Front axles 8. 4 - Brake drums front and back and mechanisms 9. 4 - Pressure and Clutch plates 10. Oil pumps 11. Universals 12. 2 sets - Front and rear springs and U bolts 13. Numerous Containers of nuts and bolts 14. Door skins 15. Bonnet and side panels 16. 4 - Head light shells and reflectors 17. 10 - Split rims 18. 4 - Disc wheels 19. 2 – Radiator cores and associated parts including partial Aluminium surrounds that require restoration 20. 3 – Spare tyre holders 21. Muffler and exhaust pipe 22. Running boards 23. Steering columns

SELL: Holden Monar o HK-HG rear screen with rubber and moldings only, NOS bonnet back panel. NOS bonnet hinges Ford F100. NOS Ford car type door locks sixties & seventies. Valiant Charger VH tail lamps, boot lid, doors, rear seats, rear windows etc. Richard and Wal Martin Phone 5786-1667, Work 9467-1464 (0716) SELL: Skinned Knuckles. D.I.Y. magazine for the hobby auto restorer. 95 issues from Vol 1, number 1. 1975 > Printed in the U.S. this magazine holds a wealth of knowledge for not only the hobbyist, but anyone interested in matters of Vintage, Veteran & Classic automobiles. Covering such subjects as Electrics, Body Work, Suspension and many more, there are also articles on lost arts such as Lead Wiping, Home chroming etc. Each issue features a history of a well known marque. $185-00 The lot. Will not separate Contact Reg Dunn 0439 688 229 or luvtofish2@gmail.com (0317) SELL: We ar e managing our father ’s estate which includes an Opel Admiral 1938 Convertible, which is currently in Boronia Victoria, Australia. It is in poor condition, but for an Opel enthusiast it may be a labour of love to restore. Or for anyone who is restoring an Opel like ours there are many parts that may be useful. Photos can be provided to give you an idea of its condition. If any of your members are interested in taking a closer look we can arrange a time. If you are interested in discussing this further, please respond by email. Heather hkmac@bigpond.net.au (0317) SELL: 1995 Holden Commodor e VS Executive, V6 Auto. 305000kms Very well looked after, oil changed every 5000kms. Strong engine with excellent compression. $4750. Mike 03 57297554 (0317) WANTED: 2 20”x7 or 7.5 truck tires. They just need to be black and round so I can roll a truck around on them. If you have tubes and rust bands that is a bonus. I can collect. Will pay on pick up. Scott Garnett Mob: 0434330165 WANTED: For d Zephyr Mar k I or II Convertible. John Horswell (03) 9739 5148. (0417)

Offers for “all parts as one lot” Considered. Thanks. Contact Rex Hall on 0408 303 129 or email rha41579@bigpond.net.au (1016)

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ASCOT RACECOURSE Forgotten by Melburnians. Known as “Ascot Racecourse” and located across the road from the Melbourne Showgrounds, photos of the course are hard to come by, but these aerial photographs taken in 1945 for the Victorian Department of Lands and Survey show the two courses clearly: FlemingAscot ton in Green ( Large one) and Ascot in Red.( Small) Named after the famous English racecourse, Melbourne’s namesake was built on a site covering 77 acres between Union Road and Ascot Vale Road, with a track seven furlongs round (1,408 metres) and with separate circuits laid out for flat racing, trotting and steeplechasing. The track was the brainFlemington child of a single person, a Mr. Riley, who had previously operated the Oakleigh Park track on Melbourne’s south eastern outskirts. John & Louise Baker

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