Classic Marque April 2025

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1985 4.2 litre XJ6 Series 3 Sovereign

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MY17 Jaguar XF 25T R-Sport 2L Turbo Petrol

2018 Jaguar E-Pace P250 S Turbo Petrol

Club Torque - President’s Report (April)

As you read this quite a few of our members will be on their way to either the Jaguar National Rally or the XJC/ Daimler Coupe 50th Anniversary gathering that will precede it; both being held at Bathurst, NSW. I wish them all a safe and trouble-free journey and look forward to the reports and photos in future issues of Classic Marque.

I am sure our club will be well represented, promoted and celebrated with at least six of those attending being ex-Presidents or ex-Vice Presidents or ex-Committee Members. Which prompts me to ask – “where are the new contributors?”

The follow-on question is why do we join a club? – to be a passenger or to be a contributor? Givers or takers? Leaners or lifters? While we have an abundance of experience we need new contributors. Everyone can contribute whatever their particular skill set; there is always something to be done. Clubs are struggling to find volunteers to fill vital roles, and we can’t and shouldn’t keep relying on recycling past contributors, many of whom are aging. Here endeth the sermon!

A new contributor, albeit in a new role, is Jan Franklin who has answered the call to be our new Regalia Co-ordinator. Thank you Jan, for taking on this duty, we all know you already do your bit by supporting Graham in his role as

Classic Marque Editor. Regalia has now moved to an online process. If you want regalia you will be able to order it online and then Jan will co-ordinate the deliver it to you. Tim White will provide more details next month.

At our March General Meeting our E, F & GT Register Secretary, Bruce Davis spoke to us about his personal experience with an EV (Tesla) and his role with the RAA roll-out of border-toborder EV charging stations. Bruce was both entertaining and informative but I’m not sure he converted too many to buying an EV in-the-near-future.

Bruce volunteering to present to us made me think that perhaps there are other members with topics, interests or experiences that they might like to share with us. If this description fits you please give me a call to have a chat about possibly being a guest speaker.

Next month at our May General Meeting the RAA will give an interactive presentation that covers both road rules and give way rules with wellestablished, misunderstood and new laws. This promises to be informative, embarrassing and fun.

Until next month, mind how you go.

Michael

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Events Calendar 2025

JDCSA April General Meeting

‘The Junction”, 470 Anzac Highway. Starts at 7.30pm with meals available from 6:00pm. Please register via TidyHq JDCSA April General Meeting

Jaguar XJC and Daimler Coupe - 50th Anniversary Panorama Motel, Bathurst

Please see TidyHQ for details or contact Phil Prior: XJC & Daimler Coupe Anniversary

Jaguar National Rally Bathurst - Registrations CLOSED Rydges Mount Panorama Hotel is the Headquarters for the 53rd Jaguar National Rally. Post Rally Tour Monday 7 April to Saturday 12 April. National Rally Bathurst

XJ, MkX, 420G Register Meeting : 6.00pm - 8.30pm Come and join our monthly meeting. Meet at the Bartley Hotel. More details via email and TidyHQ closer to event. Please mark the date in your diary.

Multivalve Register -EASTER CHOCOLATE RUN. 10:00am – 3:00pm Meet at Melba Chocolate Factory & Coffee Shop, Woodside, from 10:00am. Leaving at 11:15am for a country tour to finish at The Barker Hotel. Registrations for lunch close 6th April. Please register via TidyHq Multivalve Easter Chocolate Run

E, F & GT Register - Visit to Richmond's: 7:30pm to 9:30pm We return to Richmond Classic Cars as a guest of Andy Morgan and their team. More details via email and TidyHQ closer to event. Please mark the date in your diary. Alcohol can be consumed on the property and nibbles. Hope to see you there! Please register via TidyHq E, F & GT Register - Visit to Richmond's

Club Hosting of British Car Club Picnic: Birdwood Museum: 10.00am -3.00pm This is a combined JDCSA Register Event organised as a replacement for the cancelled McLaren Vale Vintage & Classic Day. Other SA British Car Clubs will be invited to join us. Please register via TidyHq Combined British Car Club Picnic

Old Crocks' Run 2025: Hutt Street to Glenelg: 8:00 am – 2:30 pm 91st Old Crocks Run A Celebration of Motoring. Organised by the Sporting Car Club: Sale ends 28 March, 2:00 pm Old Crocks Run

JDCSA May General Meeting - LOG BOOK NIGHT

‘The Junction”, 470 Anzac Highway. Starts at 7.30pm with meals available from 6:00pm. GUEST SPEAKER. More details will be provided closer to the event via Email & TidyHQ.

Compact Register Meeting & LOG BOOK NIGHT: 6.00pm - 9.00pmMeeting at the Maid of Auckland Hotel, 926 South Road, Edwardstown at 6.00pm for a meal followed by an informal meeting. More details via email and TidyHQ closer to event

XJ, MkX, 420G Register Meeting & LOG BOOK NIGHT: 6.00pm - 8.30pm Come and join our monthly meeting. Meet at the Bartley Hotel. More details via email and TidyHQ closer to event. Please mark the date in your diary.

Jaguar Ladies Group Lunch : 12.30pm - 3.30PM Flagstaff Hotel, 1497-1503 Main South Road, Darlington More details via email and TidyHQ closer to event

Multivalve Register Meeting/Dinner & LOG BOOK NIGHT: 6.00pm - 9.00pm The Kensington Hotel, 23 Regent St, Kensington. 6:00pm for dinner with meeting at 7:30pm. More details will be provided closer to the event via Email & TidyHQ.

XK 7 8 & 9 Register Meeting/ Lunch & LOG BOOK Meeting: 2.00pm - 4.00pm

A good chance to update your logbook then and there. More details will be provided closer to the event via Email & TidyHQ.

CINEMA IN THE NORTH: (Organised by XJ, MkX, 420G Register) Depart at 9:30am to Sevenhills for lunch, then to Blyth cinema. Then to Burra (Paxton Square Cottages). Dinner that evening at the Burra Hotel. Sunday morning to Port Broughton for a "Show and Shine" event. Dinner that night at the Port Broughton Hotel. (Details TidyHQ). Please register via TidyHq Cinema In The North

JDCSA June General Meeting - LOG BOOK NIGHT

TUESDAY 3rd JUNE

THURSDAY 26th JUNE

FRIDAY 18th JULY

‘The Junction”, 470 Anzac Highway. Starts at 7.30pm with meals available from 6:00pm. More details will be provided closer to the event via Email & TidyHQ.

Multivalve Register -Lunch Run. 10:00am – 3:00pm

Mystery run with coffee and lunch stop. More details will be provided closer to the event via Email & TidyHQ.

Annual Presentation Dinner: 6.00pm - 11.00pm

Members & partners are invited to attend the annual presentation dinner which will be held again this year at the Wolf Blass Centre at Morphettville Racecourse. Tickets on Sale 1st May

Club Torque - Editor’s Column

To Auction - Reserved or Unreserved?

With cars taking longer to sell, and prices down by as much as two-thirds from what they were at the height of COVID, some owners are tempted to sell by auction. In the January edition of Classic Marque, the results of the January Lloyds auction were published. It included a 1971 XJ6 4.2L Series 1 auto that was passed in with a highest bid of $2,100. In February, the owner decided to auction again, this time, Unreserved. I image the hope was that bidding would be more competitive, knowing that the highest bid would 'win' the car. The XJ6 sold for $1,200, $1,000 less than the previous month.

But, a better (or worse) example occurred in March. In this case it was the famous D-Type OKV2. (See page 11).

In 2018 the owner put “OKV 2” up for auction with RM Sotheby’s, but it failed to meet reserve, after a high bid of US$9.8 million. A few weeks ago, the owner tried again, and Broad Arrow auctioned the D-Type at Amelia Island, Florida, concours event. It was estimated to sell for as much as US$8.5 million. XKD 403 was offered Unreserved and went under the hammer for US$4,295,000. (AU$6.8 million). It is still an awful amount of money, but half what the owner was hoping to get.

New Members

NOTICE BOARD

The following application for membership has been lodged with the Membership Secretary and are listed in accordance with clause 5.4 (b) of the Constitution.

If there are no objections, membership will be ratified one month from this April, 2025 magazine:

◊ Trevor & Judith Clarke:

▪ 1999 Jaguar S-Type 3L Sedan

◊ Douglas Gare:

▪ 1981 Daimler Sovereign XJ6 S3 Sedan

There are multiple examples like this. The problem is that auctioneers like to talk owners into selling without a reserve. However, as can be seen, the consequences for the owner can be dire.

Thank you to Peter Clarke for undertaking a Q&A with club member John Weeks. If other members would like to try their hand at interviewing a club member, please let me know. It can be quite rewarding and any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you to everyone that provided stories and photos for this edition.

Graham

The following applications listed in the March, 2025 Classic Marque magazine have been accepted:

Robert & Bernadette West:

1973 Jaguar XJ6 4.2L Sedan

Peter Panagaris & Susan Rossidis:

1964 Daimler 2.5L V8 Sedan

We hope you will take advantage of the benefits available, and that you will contribute in your own way to make this a better club for everyone. I particularly ask that Register Secretaries and current members make these new members welcome at meetings and functions.

Daphne Charman Membership Secretary

Interview - John & Sue Weeks Q and A

Introducing members John and Sue Weeks of West Lakes who joined the club in 2023. John has a long history in motoring and particularly since retirement has purchased a superb collection of vehicles.

John is now 81 years young, a quietly spoken and modest gentleman who has agreed to share some of his life story and the cars which he cherishes.

Q & A

Peter: Thanks for agreeing to share your story and cars John. What was your first car?

John: It was a 1954 FJ Holden which I bought for 530 pounds. I was an apprentice mechanic with the RAA, a patrolman, and about 17 years old. Back then I only had to answer 10 questions correctly to get my licence. In fact, I only scored 9/10 but the police officer thought that was good enough!

Peter: Can you remember your first encounter with a Jaguar?

John: I was at the workshop of Ray Eastwood who used to own a Mercedes dealership. I saw an XKR and immediately wanted to buy it but it was “NOT FOR SALE”. Later in May 2022 I saw one at Richmonds and bought it without driving it.

Peter: What is your motoring history?

John: Back in 1980 I was stony broke. The family went to live with my wife Sue’s family and we had to start over. We were married in 1965 and this year is our 60th anniversary.

I opened a tyre store on Tapleys Hill Road, Seaton with $7,200 having

John and Sue Weeks :

Questions: Peter Clarke

Interview

VW Combi

Interview - John & Sue Weeks (cont)

worked part-time at a service station to raise funds. Later I moved to Port Road, Beverley, as Seaton Tyres which is still there, then sold that and started Statewide Tyres, a wholesale tyre business in about 1991. My wife, Sue, worked there over the years and also my daughter. I sold the business 6 years ago but my daughter still works there, managing in-coming freight, 30 year service!

Peter: So, retiring and selling the business has enabled you to indulge your passion for very collectable cars?

John: That’s right.

Peter: What cars do you currently own?

John: Most of the cars are stored in a warehouse in Port Adelaide and all are immaculate, like brand new:

◊ XKR Coupe 2007, Silver over grey interior (stored on a hoist), driven 100k’s since purchased

◊ XJ8 1999 3.2 litre, Blue, 79,000ks. Bought from Queensland sight unseen, magnificent car, driven it twice, needed a weather strip and went to see Ian Wilson at Triumph and Land Rover Spares in Lonsdale, AND saw sitting in the garage….

◊ XFRS 2013 5 Litre Supercharged, Jaguar Racing Red. This is one of only 4 “known” to be in Australia and makes a nice pair with….

◊ XFRS 2013 5 Litre Supercharged, Ultimate Black. I saw this one in the Unique Cars magazine in 2023, owned by an older gent located in Queensland. I learned how few were made and bought it sight unseen and had it transported in a covered truck. Never driven it.

◊ Bentley Continental V8, ~2015. Driven once. I always wanted to have a Rolls Royce and bought a 1989 one which was mechanically a lemon so I went to have a browse at Richmonds in July 2022 and there was the Bentley!

◊ VW Combi. I bought this some years ago, intending to restore it myself but had it restored by an expert. It has been taken for one picnic run.

1999, XJ 8 3.2 litre

2013 XFRS Supercharged V8

2015 Bentley Continental V8

Interview - John & Sue Weeks (cont)

This has now been moved from the storage warehouse to my daughter’s home to make room for …….

◊ Mercedes C63 AMG Twin turbo V8 2017 30,000 k’s, Matt Silver . Again, bought from Richmonds! (Peter: This is a hazardous place, John!)

◊ Mercedes C250. A recent purchase as a run-a-round as I have given the Commodore to my daughter

◊ Honda Jazz, our other run-a-round

◊ Jawa Speedbike which was an exchange with a dealer for a closedin trailer

◊ Five Midgets. On Friday nights I used to go to Rowley Park Speedway which was closed in 1979. I was friends with Kym Bonython the owner.

1. Chevy 2 built by American Ted Bolander in Adelaide - Orange one “69”

2. TQ, only one in Australia with 1100cc Crossley engine (American) – Red one

3. Local car built by Bob Barnes, VW engine, brand new, never used – Blue one with Freedent logos

4. Locally built with grey Holden engine, triple carbs – White and Blue one, number 46

5. Curtis Kraft chassis with 110 cubic inch Offenhauser engine– owned and driven by Tony Bettenhausen in the movie The Big Wheel of 1949 starring Mickey Rooney. I saw this one for sale by the son of the late owner in Queensland 3 or 4 years ago. Read the history and had it trucked home - White with Red.

◊ I also have a magazine collection including Motorsport, a British publication, from 1957 to current, speedway magazines, Winston Churchill books and about 120 books on the Ford Motor Company. These are stored in the warehouse and I also have a 40-foot container at a property in Wingfield filled with a lot of “stuff”.

Curtis Kraft from the movie The Big Wheel and Bolander Chevy 2

2007 XKR 4.0 Litre Coupe

Curtis Kraft from the movie The Big Wheel

Interview - John & Sue Weeks (cont)

Peter: Phew! Thanks John. Have you been a member of any other car club?

John: Yes, SA Classic Speedway Association, SA Vintage Speed Car Association and the Sporting Car Club for a couple of years. I attended a few meetings but it was not a fit for me.

Peter: Of all the vehicles you have owned and you could only have one returned, which car would you choose?

John: The Bentley is my favourite and the most expensive and I am not selling it!

Peter: Anything else of interest which you would like to add?

John: As a “young fella” I was an assistant professional golfer in NZ where I lived for about a year. Just once I played with Sir Donald Bradman at the Grange Golf Club.

Peter: Thanks again John for sharing some of your very interesting history and your amazing collection of vehicles.

John simply enjoys keeping his cars in showroom condition; all have the rich smell of leather food and there is not a speck of dust on the gleaming polished paintwork.

Peter Clarke, Member of the Multivalve Register.

500cc Jawa Speed bike

John Weeks

Sponsor - Solitaire Jaguar

Jaguar Type 00 turns heads at Paris Fashion Week

Jaguar Type 00 stole the limelight at Paris Fashion Week as the photographers scrambled to get the perfect shot of this electric vehicle concept. Just when the buzz couldn’t get any louder, the butterfly doors swung open, revealing Irish actor Barry Keoghan stepping out from the passenger side—taking the spectacle to another level.

First unveiled in December 2024, the Type 00 initially faced a wave of social media backlash, with bloggers flooding the internet, mocking its unconventional design. However, its grand appearance at Fashion Week proved that the conversation around this EV is far from over.

Some commentators believe that the Jaguar appears to come straight out of a designer’s sketchbook and would look apt in a science fiction movie.

As boxy and chunky as it appears to be, Jaguar’s Managing Director, Rawdon Glover has said that the production version of the Type 00 will retain the concept’s styling elements. He believes this will help Jaguar redefine boundaries in terms of aerodynamics, efficiency and safety. The marquee carmaker wants to offer a dynamic driving experience with a long range.

Based on the tests by Jaguar, the Type 00 managed to clock 258 kmph and

is aiming to achieve a driving range of 770km WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure) and 692km EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency). The company claims a top-up of 321km of range in 15 minutes.

Jaguar has stepped away from its traditional design language as the Type 00 sports a long bonnet, sweeping roofline with a fastback profile. It has 23inch alloy wheels. Based on the car zero concept and the new Jaguar Electrical Architecture (JEA), the electric four-door GT brings together elegance and dynamism.

According to Professor Gerry McGovern OBE Chief Creative Officer, JLR, “Type 00 is a pure expression of Jaguar’s new creative philosophy. It has an unmistakable presence. This is the result of brave, unconstrained creative thinking, and unwavering determination. It is our first physical manifestation and the foundation stone for a new family of Jaguars that will look unlike anything you’ve ever seen. A vision which strives for the highest level of artistic endeavour.” .

Editor: Information for this story sourced from Financial Express (India), Electrek, and AutoExpress.

D-Type Sale Price Takes a Nose Dive

In 2018 the owner put “OKV 2” up for auction with RM Sotheby’s where its estimated value ranged from US$12 to US$15 million. It failed to meet reserve, though, after a high bid of US$9.8 million. The owner decided in March 2025 to have another go, so Broad Arrow auctioned the D-Type at Amelia Island, Florida, concours event. It was estimated to sell for as much as US$8.5 million. XKD 403 was offered without reserve and went under the hammer for US$4,295,000. (AU$6.8 million). It is still an awful amount of money, but half what the owner was hoping to get.

XKD 403 was one of the most-raced Works Jaguar D-Type's ever, with famous drivers and a mountain of history. .

D-Type "OKV2" was offered for sale with "no reserve" at the March Amelia Island Auction. It sold for US$4,295,000 - less than half the amount offered in 2018.

Who needs a runway model when you have the Jaguar Type 00? The car made its stunning debut at the fashion show with actor Barry Keoghan

Autocar Interview with Jaguar Boss Rawdon Glover

The March 5th edition of Autocar included a 6-page interview with Jaguar boss Rawdon Glover:Overview

◊ Jaguar boss Rawdon Glover said the company's new electric platform is not designed to accept hybrid setups or gas engines. And, unlike other automakers, it won’t be backtracking on its plan to be an EV-only company.

◊ Glover also revealed that he hit 160 mph on a test track in the 986-hp top-of-the-line version of the upcoming I-type grand tourer.

◊ According to Glover, the design will remain remarkably similar to the dramatic Type 00 concept revealed last year. The electric four-door GT that will spearhead an all-new era for Jaguar will be revealed at the end of the year and go into production in the middle of 2026.

◊ Glover claims they weren’t trying to alienate buyers with the brand’s relaunch. However, he reiterated that change was necessary for the company’s survival.

In an exclusive meeting with Autocar at Jaguar's Gaydon headquarters, Jaguar boss Rawdon Glover said in a wideranging interview that the 986bhp GT is "right in the midst" of prototype testing on public roads.

Glover said the focus so far has been on the new brand and the design for Jaguar, but it will soon enter "a very different phase" where the company will talk more about the engineering, architecture and dynamics of the car.

He expects to win over some of the more dissenting voices about the new Jaguar at this point as the brand looks to capture the essence of the best Jaguars from history in the way the new GT drives.

The goal is not to create sports cars, but rather cars "you can drive confidently at pace for extended periods and still come out feeling great". The new GT will use electric motors and a battery pack common to other JLR models. "There's no way around that", said Glover".

As for how the design of the production car will compare with the Type 00 concept, people will "not be left scratching their heads" and "there is strong lineage" between the pair so that "people will not be disappointed". The proportions, long bonnet, front face and rear-light graphic of the Type 00 are particular areas that will carry over to production.

Glover said: "We did an analysis of the two side by side and we went through the cars internally and externally. I came out of that meeting thinking there are even more similarities between the two than what I first thought". .

You can read the entire 6-page article in Autocar.

Remembering Stirling Moss

It is hard to believe that this April marks the 5th anniversary of Sir Stirling Moss passing away. Moss, played a very important part in Jaguar's history.

He first drove a Jaguar in competition in 1950 which in turn led William Lyons to ask him to lead the Jaguar Team on the day before his 21st birthday!

He raced XK120s, C-Types and D-Types for Jaguar from 1950 to 1954, scoring 10 wins.

He was part of the team that tested disc brakes with Dunlop and he drove for Jaguar in the Mille Miglia and at Le Mans.

He was also one of the four drivers who drove XK120 FHC LWK 707 round Montlhery at 100 mph for 7 days and 7 nights.

Stirling Moss is considered as the greatest ever driver who never won the Formula One World Championship. Between

1955 and 1958, he was the championship runner-up four times in a row. After 66 Formula One World Championship starts, with 16 victories and 24 podiums, he retired in 1962, suffering severe injuries in a racing accident.

He remained a dedicated Jaguar fan. Sir Stirling died on 12 April 2020, at age 90, after a long illness. .

XK120’s achieved a 1–2–3 victory in the 1950 Tourist Trophy, held at Dundrod in heavy rain. On the eve of his 21st birthday, Stirling Moss drove to a brilliant win ahead of Peter Whitehead and Leslie Johnson, with Jaguar also taking the team prize.

Stirling Moss and co-driver Peter Walker at Le Mans in June 1953 where they finishing on the podium in second place with their Jaguar C-Type. The winners were their teammates Tony Rolt and Duncan Hamilton in the #18 car. In July, Moss won 12 hours of Reims, sharing the Jaguar C-Type with Peter Whitehead.

Sponsors

U.S.A. For Sale - D-Type Recreation by Lynx

Due to its rarity and pedigree, D-Types demand a premium when they do hit the market.

XKD 501, the legendary winner of the 1956 24 Hours of Le Mans, raced by Ecurie Ecosse, fetched an eye-watering £16,772,619 (Au$34,300,000) in 2016.

As is often the case with rare cars like this, companies will begin producing high-end reproductions that replicate the look and feel of the original as closely as possible. Lynx Engineering is one such company.

The company, founded in 1968 by engineer Guy Black and architect Roger Ludgate as a repair and restoration shop for original Jaguar C- and D-Types.

In 1972, they began developing their own D-Type replica with hand-formed aluminium bodywork and mechanicals from the Jaguar E-Type. The body was a monocoque tub created by Lynx themselves with a modified E-Type subframe and both short and long-nose configurations. A total of 53 examples of the Lynx D-Type were built.

This particular example, for sale by Hemmings, is one such D-Type longnose recreation. The car was apparently commissioned by former UK Jaguar club president Jerry Stampler, who used it in several vintage races before former sports car racer Herb Wetanson acquired it through Lynx some 20 years ago.

The car is finished in white with blue stripes over a matching blue leather interior. It is powered by a 3.8-liter XK inline-six with triple Weber carburettors, a four-speed manual transmission, dual-circuit four-wheel disc brakes, independent suspension, Dunlop-style aluminium peg-drive wheels, a tail fin, an optional wraparound windshield, an aluminium tonneau cover, and fourpoint harnesses. One detail that sets this Lynx recreation apart from the original D-Type is the use of a wet-sump engine rather than a dry-sump engine.

The car has received a recent and comprehensive service completed at a cost of US$7,500. .

Hemmings asking price - US$295,000

Editor: Information for this story sourced from Hemmings.com

This RHD Lynx replica D-Type is registered as a "1967 Jaguar convertible". Asking price - Au $470,000.

Jaguar Ladies - Carrick Hill Tour & Lunch

On Thursday 20th March, 28 ladies visited Carrick Hill at Springfield. A well preserved 1930s house on a 100acre estate, turned museum, featuring a notable art collection and formal gardens. Set in the Adelaide foothills, the views stretching to the ocean are spectacular. An amazing piece of South Australian history we can all enjoy.

We started off at Rozelle’s Restaurant with morning tea, just a short walk from the house. The scones were delicious! The room was buzzing with excited chatter.

At one time my Apple watch alerted me to unacceptable noise level, the decibels were up to 105, equal to being in a nightclub. The ladies had lots to discuss.

Our tour of Carrick Hill House was a real insight into wealth in the 1930s. This beautiful estate is the result of the marriage in 1935 of members of two of Adelaide’s most prominent and wealthy families.

Edward Hayward, whose family-owned John Martins for over 100 years and his bride Ursula Barr Smith.

Jaguar Ladies - Carrick Hill Tour & Lunch

I think we have all heard of these names before. The house was built from 1937 to 1939 and unfortunately soon after completion, World War 2 broke out and Edward Hayward left to serve with distinction.

Much of the woodwork was acquired from a demolition sale of a Tudor mansion in Staffordshire England on their 1-year honeymoon. The 17th century staircase is one example.

If you haven’t been to Carrick Hill before, put it on your list, it is AMAZING!

On completion of our tour, we had lunch at the Arkaba Hotel.

Once again, we were a rowdy lot and my Apple watch alerted me to the unacceptable noise level.

Unfortunately, during our morning tea Heather Buck’s car keys were picked up by another member of the Register who shall remain nameless. Wink, wink! This was discovered when said person arrived home. Prior to this a handbag search had been carried out with no luck. Peter B had to down tools at another property to go

home and retrieve the spare set. On the plus-side, Peter got a lovely Devonshire tea for his troubles. On the downside, poor Heather missed out on seeing the house. Heather and Peter plan to come another day and enjoy this wonderful piece of SA history at their leisure.

Our next event is Thursday 15th May, 12.30 at the Flagstaff Hotel. This will be published on Tidyhq very soon.

Tricia Clarke, Secretary Jaguar Ladies Social Register 0422 128 066

Upcoming Event - July Annual Presentation Dinner

JAGUAR DRIVERS CLUB OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA

ANNUAL PRESENTATION DINNER

FRIDAY 18TH JULY 2025

Members are invited to save the date for our annual presentation dinner, which will be held at the Wolf Blass Centre at Morphettville Racecourse on FRIDAY 18TH JULY.

A stunning $21 million venue, opened in December 2023, with outstanding views of the racecourse and picturesque Adelaide Hills , thoroughly enjoyed by members at our last Dinner.

A complimentary drink on arrival will be followed by a two -course meal. There will be live entertainment and a dance floor for members to enjoy.

Details will be advised in coming weeks and bookings will be able to be made on Tidyhq from April/May.

Tricia Clarke, Jaguar Ladies Social Register

E, F & GT Register – Whittaker Car Collection

E, F & GT Register

E,F & GT Register meet bi-monthly or as advised.

John and Robyn Whittacker invited the E, F & GT Register to view their car collection at their farm near Hahndorf. John has an impressive collection of German as well as a few English vehicles.

He also has a well-equipped workshop that he showed us. We enjoyed morning tea in their spacious entertaining room and after viewing the car collection, we drove to Mt Barker for lunch at the Oak & Iron Tavern, adjacent to Auchendarroch House.

Both the viewing of the car collection and the lunch were an outstanding success, and it was good to once again have a wellattended gathering.

Bruce Davis

E, F & GT Register Secretary Phone: 0400 872 438

Logbook Update

Forget the run-around with your LOGBOOK renewals.

Get your LOGBOOK renewed on the spot, no more postage or waiting for the postman.

Meet up with other club members —enjoy some chit-chat and have your LOGBOOK renewed while you wait.

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LOGBOOK EVENTS —

During the months of May and June 2025, we will be arranging a series of

Events will include Register Meetings, General Meetings and other whole of club designated LOGBOOK events, where you can meet up with other members and club LOGBOOK Officers and have your LOGBOOK renewed on the spot. Watch this space for updates and details of these events.

JDCSA Logbook Compliance Officer: Tim White logbookofficer@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Attention Members,

As detailed in previous Classic Marques we are changing the way you can have your logbook renewed this year.

We have now authorised Register Secretaries and four other members as Logbook Validation Officers who can issue new, replacement, renew and cancel Logbooks.

Our aim is to provide a better service and spread the workload across multiple volunteers. A number of “Logbook Events”, including General Meetings and Register Meetings in May and June will occur where you can renew your Logbooks on the spot.

This process will alleviate for most members the need to post your logbooks into the club, albeit there are some members who live outside the metro area who will still need to do this. There will also be other members who don't mind the minor delay in the postage process.

It is hoped that at least once a year (in May & June) the number of members attending a Register Meeting will increase with members taking advantage of the opportunity to have their Logbook updated.

Our “Logbook Events” will also create the opportunity for informal interaction as members meet up to have their Logbooks updated.

During the months of May and June the following meeting venues will be available to have your Logbook renewed (as long as you have renewed your membership, of course).

◊ 6/5

◊ 13/5

General Meeting

Compact Meeting – Maid of Auckland

◊ 14/5 XJ Meeting – Bartley Hotel

◊ 22/5 MV Meeting – Kensi Hotel

◊ 23/5 XK Meeting

◊ 29/5 E-Type Meeting -

◊ 3/6

General Meeting

◊ 11/6 XJ Meeting – Bartley Hotel

◊ 15/6

Junction Hotel Carpark (Western End), Morphettville

◊ 22/6 Hillcrest – Villi’s 483 North East Road

◊ 29/6 Happy Valley Shopping Centre (xxx end), Kenihans Road

Logbook members will also receive reminders about the venues.

As always, should you like to discuss any aspect of these changes please contact Tim White on 0419809021 or: logbookofficer@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Upcoming Event - EASTER CHOCOLATE RUN (10/04/25)

Multivalve EASTER CHOCOLATE RUN - Thursday 10th April

Meet at Melba's Chocolate Factory & Coffee Shop, 22 Henry Street Woodside from 10:00am. The Melba's Coffee Shop boasts a wide range of delicious Mahalia coffees, tea and milkshakes and chocolates. Leaving at 11:15am for a country tour to finish at The Barker Hotel, 32 Gawler Street, Mount Barker. Registrations for lunch close 6th April. Please register via TidyHQ: - Multivalve Easter Chocolate Run

Upcoming Event - Richmond Classic Cars (16/04/25)

E, F & GT Register - RICHMOND CLASSIC CARS - 16th April 2025

On Wednesday 16th April 2025 we are the guest of Andy Morgan at Richmond's, 265 Richmond Road, Richmond. Arrive at 7:30pm and be prepared to be in awe of the large number of classic and exotic cars that are on display (for sale). Feel free to bring a drink (alcohol can be consumed on the property) and nibbles. Hope to see you there! ALL CLUB MEMBERS ARE INVITED. Please register on TidyHQ: - E, F & GT Register - Visit to Richmond's

“Keeping Jaguar Memories Alive” - On this Day (April)

On the 1st of April 1961, the E-Type made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show.

The car attracted record-breaking crowds, with 47,000 people squeezing on to the Jaguar stand on day one alone. Like it did at the Geneva Motor Show, two weeks earlier, the E-Type – or XK-E,

as it was known in the U.S. – completely stole the show.

An opalescent bronze E-Type coupe (#885004), located on a raised revolving turntable, was joined by 25-yearold actress and Playboy centrefold, Marilyn Hanold. Marilyn was wearing a shimmering evening gown, long white

gloves and a floor-length silk scarf. A total of four E-Types were flown to New York, and by the end of the Motor Show, Jaguar North America had taken orders worth $30 Million (£11 M), most of that for E-Type's. .

(Photo - Marilyn Hanold now aged 86).

On 15th April 1961, the first production E-Types took to the race track at Oulton Park. After the launch, the urge to race the E-Type was overwhelming, but only three cars were released from the factory in April. They were all roadsters, one to 'Lofty' England and the others to Tommy Sopwith (#850005, ECD 400) and John Coombs (#850006, BUY l).

The 25-lap GT race was the main event of the weekend. Graham Hill drove the Endeavour car, Roy Salvadori the Coombs entry. They lined up third and fourth respectively, behind an Aston Martin and a Ferrari, but the E-types led away and stayed there. Hill overtook 'Salvo' when his brakes began to fade and went on to win convincingly with Salvadori a close third. This was a wonderful result, given the E-Type was a production car running on SU carburettors. By contrast the Aston and Ferraris, although road based, were bona-fide competition cars with specifications to match. .

Graham Hill wins E-Type's maiden race in 25 lap GT race, April 1961

On the 1st of April 1961, the E-Type made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show.

“Keeping Jaguar Memories Alive” - On this Day (April)

In April 1979, the Series 3 XJ6 Jaguar was launched. This model was a redesign of the Series II, with updates by the Italian design house Pininfarina.

It was supposed to be a stop-gap model that might never have happened if the XJ40 had been on track. To relieve pressure on Jaguars, own styling studio (which was working hard to finalise the XJ40), Pininfarina was retained to produce the design.

They brought a more steeply raked windscreen and a new roof, nose and tail. Production techniques and quality control were improved, eliminating many of the Series 2’s ‘niggly’ faults. Seats with deeper cushions gave front occupants a softer and more supportive ride.

In 1982 the luxurious Sovereign joined the range, extending the life of the model even further. Originally intended to last a couple of years, the Series 3 in V12 form would last until 1992, with the last of them being extremely well equipped (ABS brakes) and the product of almost 25 years of production. 132,952 Series 3 cars were built, 10,500 with the V12 engine. .

For the New York Auto Show (April 1216, 1960), where the new 3.8 litre Mk II was being launched to the American market, Jaguar decided to create a unique model - a GOLD Jaguar Mark II. Every bit of exposed metal, inside and out, was gold plated - the bumpers, grille, door handles, trim, switches, wire wheels, tyre valve caps, ash trays, mascot, even the exhaust pipe.

The chrome interior items got the same treatment.

The car was accompanied by model Dorothy McDonough, who wore a 24-carat gold threaded evening gown, gold shoes, gold jewellery, precious stones and a golden tiara containing over 1,000 diamonds.

The Jaguar caused a lot of excitement, and the press release said that there

were several offers to buy the car. The estimated value was put at US$25,000, when the price of a standard 3.8 was US$5,000.

However, the car was returned to the factory, converted into a standard version, and sold as a conventional production model. .

In April 1979, the Series 3 XJ6 was launched. The above car is a 1987 4.2 litre Sovereign - the last Series 3 XJ6 Built.

For the April 1960 New York Auto Show, Jaguar displayed a GOLD 3.8 litre Mark II, together with a gold clad model.

“Keeping Jaguar Memories Alive” - On this Day (April)

The last Jaguar V12 engine was produced on 17 April 1997 after 161,583 units. If you’ve ever heard a Jaguar V12 roar to life, you’ll know why it’s so iconic. It’s not just about raw power—it’s how smooth and responsive it delivers that punch. It never feels like it’s struggling and the engine’s power just flows effortlessly.

The Jaguar V12 engine is a family of single overhead camshaft (SOHC) internal combustion V12 engines with a common block design, that were massproduced for a quarter of a century, from 1971 to 1997, mostly as 5.3-litres, but later also as 6.0-litres, and 7.0-litre versions deployed in racing.

Except for a few low-volume exotic sports car makers, Jaguar's V12 engine was the world's first V12 engine in massproduction. For 17 years, Jaguar was the only company in the world consistently producing luxury four-door saloons with a V12 engine.

The V12 powered all three series of the original Jaguar XJ luxury saloons, as well as its second generation XJ40 and X305 successors. .

In April 1994, the new AJ16 engine was launched.

Jaguar claimed that the AJ16 was entirely new, but it was in fact, a heavily redesigned AJ6, with an almost entirely new cylinder head incorporating lighter valve gear, revised pistons, extra strengthening, and now equipped with coil-on-plug ignition and new engine management system.

The mechanical changes, combined with a new sequential fuel injection system, created one of the most refined six-cylinder engines on the market, boosted to almost V12 levels of performance in supercharged form.

Perhaps the most significant attribute of the AJ6/16, though, has been its sheer reliability and longevity; short of deliberate, prolonged neglect they just keep running, usually covering several hundred thousand miles with nothing more serious than the odd head gasket, chain tensioner or water pump issue.

In fact, when judged in terms of maintenance cost per-mile travelled it has arguably been the best engine produced by Jaguar. .

The last Jaguar V12 engine built, as displayed on 17 April 1997 with the men that helped to build it.

(Photo: Paul Skilleter)

The very last V12-powered Jaguar, the XJ X305 built to special order in 1997.

In April 1994 the AJ6 evolved into the AJ16. It was called the AJ16 to reflect the major differences between it and the original AJ6.

“Keeping Jaguar Memories Alive” - On this Day (April)

The two hundred and eighty second (282) and last XJ220 rolled off the production line in April 1994.

The Jaguar XJ220 will forever be remembered as the car that wasn’t. Whereas really, it should be celebrated for being the car that it was. Retrospective road tests have shown that the XJ220 is an incredible piece of engineering and still one of the fastest supercars cars out there. It is a true classic.

The XJ220 was developed from a V12engined 4-wheel drive concept car designed by an informal group of Jaguar employees working in their spare time. The group wished to create a modern version of the successful Jaguar 24 Hours of Le Mans racing cars of the 1950s and 1960s that could be entered into FIA Group B competitions. The XJ220 made use of engineering work undertaken for Jaguar's then current racing car family.

Jaguar were unable to develop the XJ220 in-house as the available engineering resources were committed to working on the XJ and XJS models.

On the 4th of April 1953, Jaguar displayed a new model, the XK 120 Drophead Coupe at the New York Show.

The Drophead Coupe (DHC) combined the comfort and luxury of the fixed head car, but with a convertible roof.

The cars had a padded, lined canvas top, which folded onto the rear deck behind the seats when retracted, and roll-up

Jaguar and TWR had an existing joint venture, JaguarSport Ltd. formed in 1987 to produce racing cars. Jaguar's board made the decision that subject to contractual agreement, TWR and JaguarSport would be responsible for

the XJ220. JaguarSport formed a new company, Project XJ220 Ltd., specifically to develop and build the XJ220.

The first customer delivery occurred in June 1992 and production rates averaged one car per day until April 1994. .

windows with opening quarter lights. The folding roof kept the same shape similar to the fixed head coupe.

The flat glass two-piece windscreen was set in a steel frame that was integrated with the body and painted the same colour. Dashboards and door-caps were wood-veneered, whereas the open cars were leather-trimmed.

The Special Equipment (SE) version (called the M version for Modified in the United States) included increased power, stiffer suspension and dual exhaust system. Chromium plated wire wheels were optional from 1953. There were only 295 right-hand XK120 Drophead Coupes built. .

Not the last XJ220 built in April 1994, but the very first. Jim Randle (left) with his team of 12 volunteers, who became known as “The Saturday Club”

1954 Jaguar XK120 SE Drophead Coupé. Launched 4th April 1953.

41st Celebration - All British Day 2025

The 41st "All British Day" was a splendid celebration of British automotive excellence! Approx. 750 enthusiastic vehicle owners proudly displayed their British cars, bikes, and commercial vehicles in the picturesque Echunga ovals.

Some of the highlights were:

▪ The theme for this year was 1950. A feature display included over 30 cars and motorbikes.

▪ This year organisers added 'Period Fashions' to their event, called 'Dressed for Driving'.

Dressed for Driving was a great fun addition to the day. Entrants and their passengers could either dress to suit the era of their vehicles, or just dress in the period 1950 costume.

A big thank you to Alan Bartram, Peter Thomas, Fred Butcher and all the club

members for the setup and take down of the JDCSA display, and also the marshalling of the arrival of our entrants. Apart from a chilly start the weather warmed up to provide an excellent day. The following photographs include a cross section of the various Jaguar models that were on display. Apologies if your car is not included. Thank you to Angela Rogers for the great photos.

Mark your calendars for the next All British Day - First Sunday in March. See you in 2026!

Perry

White

◊ John & Robyn Whittaker, 1926 23hp Lanchester limousine was selected by Zagame Automotive as the Vehicle of Choice.

◊ David & Angela Rogers, 1950 Blue & White 3.5 litre MK V was selected by Shannons as Best Presented Car on the day.

◊ Peter & Joan Shurven, 1947, Mk IV Saloon selected by Stirling Jewellers (Mt Barker) as Most Desirable Car on the day.

Kathryn Bartram, 2010 XKR (X150) 5.0L V8 SC Coupe and Alan Bartram, 1966 OEW 4.2 litre E-Type (S1) 2+2

Ian Trethewey, 1951 Mark VII 3.5 litre manual

Martin Smith, Mark IX 3.8 litre manual

As well as Jaguars, there was also a good display of Daimlers.

Ivan and Janine Cooke, 1984 Blue 5.3 litre V12 XJ-S HE

Ron & Claire Palmer, 2014 Ultimate Black XF Sedan

Phil & Sue Prior, 2011 XKR (X150) Auto Convertible

Gary Mitchell, 2009 XF 3.0 litre V6 Auto

David & Margaret Bicknell, 2003 Green X-Type

Walter Bullock, 1988 Old English White 4.0 litre XJ40

Peter & Jackie Muhlhausler, 1967 Daimler 420 Sovereign Saloon Ron & Rosie Bailey, 1985 Antelope XJ6 (S3) 4.2 auto.

Peter Drake & Denella Moss, 1972 V12 E-Type (S3) Coupe

Peter Drake & Denella Moss, 1989 V12 5.3 litre XJ-S

Richard & Dianne Chuck, 1972 Daimler XJ (S1) 4.2L Sedan

David Cooke, 1970 Black 4.2 litre XJ6 Series 1

Lachlan & Lesley Peter, 1973 V12 E-Type (S3) roadster

Jim & Arcadia Komaromi, 2007 Mistral Blue 3.0 Litre S-Type

Richard & Anik Shipman, 1973 V12 E-Type (S3) roadster Richard Cotton, 2012 Black XJR Premium SWB V6 Twin Turbo

Bryan & Anne_O'Shaughnessy, 1988 Maroon XJS V12 Auto

Don & Elaine Cardone, 1992 XJS 4.0L Coupe

Robert & Karen Darrie, 1986 Old English White 4.2 Litre XJ6 (S3)

David & Angela Nicklin, 2000 Silver XJ X308 Saloon

Bob and Daphne Charman, 1970 Regency Red 420G 4.2 litre Auto

Peter & Ros Holland, Daimler Conquest New Drophead Coupe

David Appelbee, 1989 V12 5.3 litre XJ-S

Rodney Lovell, 1986 XJ-SC 5.3 Litre V12 Cabriolet

Ewan Vickery, 1967 Old English White 240 Manual

David & Robyn Cocker, 2000 XKR (X100) 4.0 litre S/C V8 Convertible

Allan Britcher, 1984 XJ-S V12 5.3 Litre Auto

Garry & Gloria Beck, 1992 XJ-S V12 5.3 Litre Facelift Auto

Charles Bodman-Rae, 2001 Silver 4.0 Litre XK8 Convertible

Mark Aldridge & Helen Hoare, XK120 Special

Peter & Heather Buck, 2001 XJ X308 V8 Auto

David Moulsdale, 1964 OEW 3.4 litre Mark II Auto

Trevor Jacobs, 1969 Opalescent Maroon E-Type Series 2 (2+2)

Peter & Pamela Beaumont, 1967 4.2 Litre E-Type (S1.5)

Roland Donders, 1983 XJS HE 5.3 Litre V12 Coupe

Josephine (Jo) Orford, 2001 XKR 4.0L S/C V8 Convertible

Tim & Sue White, 1978 Regency Red 4.2 litre XJ6 (S2)

Don Tamblyn & Bronte Elliott, 1995 Daimler XJ X300 Auto

Roger & Di Adamson, 1968 Yellow E-Type (S1.5) Manual

Chris Lake, 1964 E-Type Series 1 Manual Roadster.

John & Barbara Voysey, 1963 Grey 3.8 litre Mark II Saloon

Andrew Moulds, 1964 Red Mark II 4.2 litre auto

Paul Harrland, 1969 Light Blue E-Type Series 2 Roadster

David & Angela Rogers, 1950 Blue & White 3.5 litre MK V.

Jamie Sandford-Morgan. 1980, British Racing Green Series 3 XJ6

Bob & Margaret Kretschmer, 1939 SS Jaguar 1½ litre sedan

Christopher & Anne Hatcher, 1959 Mark II, 4.2 litre saloon

Paul & Thean Drysdale, 1999 XKR (X100) Silver Coupe

Fred Butcher, 1977 Green Sand Daimler XJC 4.2 Auto

John & Robyn Whittaker, 1926 23hp Lanchester limousine

Ross & Janet Rasmus, 1950 Blue 3.5 litre Mark V Drophead

Jason & Megan Loffler, 1950 XK120 Open Two Seater (OTS).

Julian & Moira Lugg, 1952 Black 3.5 litre XK120 OTS

Andrew & Milly Costi, 1967 Black 420 saloon.

Nigel & Mandy Stevens, 1965 Daimler 2.5 V8 Auto

Michael Nicholls, 1967 Old English White Daimler 2.5 V8

Technical - Rebuilding an S.U Fuel Pump

Jaguar used the SU fuel pump right through its classic period, until fuel injection came along. So, it doesn't matter if you have a 2.4 saloon, E-type, Mk X or XJ - the same principals apply.

Any of this rebuild information can be found in Jaguar workshop manuals or in the normally excellent notes that accompany rebuild kits. This article tells more or less the same story, but there is extra information relating to rust proofing in certain areas.

To begin with, don't take it for granted that as you can hear a 'tick tick' noise, all is well!

Originally the pumps were triggered by a set of points. These points are attached to a rocker pedestal, sitting on top of the coil housing assembly. When not in use, the points remain closed.

Apply power, though, and it travels through the coil to the spring blade part of the points and on to earth, energising the coil and lifting the armature (linked to the diaphragm) against pressure applied by the armature spring.

As the armature reaches the end of its travel, a throw over mechanism pushes the points apart, breaking the connection, allowing the armature to return against its spring. This up and down movement allows the diaphragm to draw in fuel through the inlet one-way valve, then expels it through the outlet one-way valve and on to the carburettors.

All sorts of problems with the pumps can occur, mainly through age and owners' complacency. Different fuels can affect the internal parts, especially the diaphragm, while silt can build up in the

Body and valves

Remove the coil housing screws from the body. Try to use a screwdriver that fits well to avoid burring the edges. Note this pump is a reconditioned unit.

various chambers. Then the points burn and effectively cease connecting. These days there are alternative options of fitting efficient electronic packages, thereby replacing the points assembly. Nevertheless, many still like the points system so these, of course, remain in constant demand.

Burien Fuel Systems UK, holders of the SU name and original equipment manufacturers, supply all the parts needed for a full rebuild.

Part 1

Rebuilding a pump to original spec. (Assumes that you have the pump removed).

Separate the body from the coil housing. The diaphragm can be damaged by modern fuels.

Now release the two screws securing the bridge piece which holds the valves in place.

Technical - Rebuilding an S.U Fuel Pump (cont)

Flip out the Valve cap then ease out each nonreturn valve, noting their positions and which parts fit which side. Making a sketch is a good idea at this stage.

Release the 2BA bolt and remove the air-bottle inlet cover (inset). Then remove the cork joint making sure that every trace of cork is taken out completely.

Remove the four 3BA screws holding the cover over the delivery flow smoothing device, then lift out both the 'O' ring and plastic 'bubble'.

Ease back the diaphragm (above) and then flip out the centre-ring plates (below). Then grasp the diaphragm and unscrew it from the coil body - the shaft is held in the points rocker mechanism.

Technical - Rebuilding an S.U Fuel Pump (cont)

Thoroughly clean the body of any debris and examine for corrosion. (You may need to use commercial bead-blasting services, but thoroughly clean afterwards).

Rebuilding the body

Note: When the pump body is held in the vice, use a protective material to prevent damage. (A couple of redundant brake pads are ideal).

Fit the gasket followed by the plastic bubble and 'O' ring and refit the outer cap. Tighten the screws gradually as the sealing is done by the 'O' ring and tension needs to be evenly distributed.

Using a new joint, refit the inlet air bottle cover.

When fitting the one-way valves, make sure that the parts are in the correct order and position. Here in the deeper of the holes is a sealing washer, gauze filter, sealing washer and inlet valve.

Technical - Rebuilding an S.U Fuel Pump (cont)

Refit the clamp plate evenly ensuring that both inlet and outlet valves are correctly seated.

Points assembly removal

After removing the fuel pipes and insulating sleeve, loosen the 2BA nut and remove the connector before lifting off the outer plastic cover.

Now remove the screw holding the contact blade and lift away. Check to see if the points are corroded.

Technical - Rebuilding an S.U Fuel Pump (cont)

Now loosen one of the 2BA screws securing the pedestal to the coil body.

Push out the condenser from its holder, (type varies between models) and then completely remove the two 2BA pedestal securing screws. (Note: a diode resistor replaces the condenser in the rebuild kit).

Undo the 2BA nut securing the terminal stud.

Beneath the stud is a lead washer. The easiest way to remove it is to cut with a sharp blade. (Different pump with the alternative resistor shown).

Tilt the pedestal to allow removal of the terminal stud, once the connections and the double spring washer have been lifted completely away.

Technical - Rebuilding an S.U Fuel Pump (cont)

Using pliers, remove the hardened steel pin from the pedestal allowing removal of the rocker mechanism.

Points assembly replacing

Fit the new rocker mechanism to the pedestal using a new hardened steel retaining pin.

Before going any further, fit the terminal stud.

Fit the pedestal to the coil body and fit the diode resistor with one end over the terminal stud, the other to earth beneath a securing screw. The holes are sized, and can only fit one way. Note the new lead washer on the terminal stud.

Loosely fit the top blade - not forgetting to include the third connection on the diode resistor - but be sure not to tighten at this stage

Now the shaped nut can be fitted to the terminal stud. It is concave and when tightened down onto the lead washer, it makes a permanent fit.

Technical - Rebuilding an S.U Fuel Pump (cont)

Offer the diaphragm to the coil body with the spring smallest end to the diaphragm. Make sure that the small impact washer is in place. The gasket should be positioned on the body but this can also be inserted after rolling back the diaphragm.

The diaphragm is pushed through the coil body until the threaded end engages with the rocker mechanism. It is usually a bit fiddly to get the thread engaged.

To determine how far the diaphragm is screwed in, hold the coil housing in one hand, while pushing on the diaphragm with the other. Keep adjusting and pushing until the rocker mechanism just 'throws over' (see photo below'. Then turn back the diaphragm until it lines up with the nearest bolt hole in the body and turn back a further four holes (Equal to two third's of a turn).

Slide in the guide plates under the diaphragm into the slot between the diaphragm and the coil body.

Technical - Rebuilding an S.U Fuel Pump (cont)

Line up the body with the coil housing, noting that all bolt holes are in line. Make sure that the cast lugs on the coil are at the bottom of the body. Loosely fit the six screws and gradually tighten evenly.

Adjusting the points

First ensure that the top blade points are concentric to the points on the rocker mechanism and fully tighten the blade. To adjust the top blade, insert feeler gauges to the value of 0.035in (0.9mm). To adjust, bend the tag to alter its position in relation to the lower deck of the pedestal.

Editor: Information for this technical article sourced from 'Jaguar World' and other websites.

Technical - Rebuilding an S.U Fuel Pump (cont)

Adjusting the points (cont)

To adjust the rocker mechanism, insert feeler gauges to the value of 0.090in (2.3mm) between the top deck of the coil housing and the adjuster tag on the rocker mechanism. To adjust, simply move the tag in the appropriate direction. Be sure to recheck both measurements carefully afterwards.

Check the pump for operation by attaching a 12volt feed wire to the terminal stud and an earth to the body. Make sure the polarity is checked. In this case it is negative to earth.

Finally fit the buffer washer over the terminal stud, offer up the end cap and then fit the shake proof washer, the electrical connection between a cable and the terminal, 2BA nut, and tighten. Don't forget the terminal sleeve. A sealing band should also be fitted around the girth, between the cap and body.

Next Month:

Doing away with the points and fitting an electronic conversion.

S.U Carburetter Company.

The change to fuel injection saw carburetter manufacture decline to very small volumes, most of which were for the service market.

This led to S.U negotiating with Burlen Fuel Systems Ltd to take over the responsibility for manufacture and supply of all S.U carburetter units, pumps and spares. In 2002, Burlen acquired the intellectual property rights and the S.U trademark.

In 2007, the name 'S.U Carburetter Company' was re-established and trades as a subsidiary and trading arm of Burlen Fuel Systems Ltd. Along with the 'AMAL Carburetter Company', they supply fuelling products to vintage and classic cars and motorcycles around the world and can supply new carburettors, pumps and spares for almost all models from 1930 to the present day.

Sunday Morning Cars & Coffee

2013 - Kelly Rowland, former Jaguar Ambassador for the new F-Type. Kelly is an American singer, actress,and television personality. She rose to fame in the late 1990s as a member of Destiny's Child, one of the world's best-selling girl groups.

U.S.A. Broad Arrow - Amelia Island Auction Results

Broad Arrow hosted its third auction at the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island on 7-8 March concurrently with the prestigious annual Concours. The auction featured a variety of exceptional cars presented on the beautiful oceanfront lawn with offerings ranging from pre-war American and European classics to motorsport icons and modern supercars. The auction achieved $61.7M in total sales, with 88 percent of all lots sold. The top sale of the Amelia Auction was

1954 Jaguar D-Type "OKV 2" Works Competition. Among the most important sports racing cars of all time. Restored by Lynx Engineering in the late 1970s. Sold Au$6,825,000.

1967 E -Type Series 1 4.2 Roadster. Pale Primrose over black leather. Accompanied by large restoration file. A well-sorted example with routine further refurbishment. Sold Au$178,000.

a revered 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider Competizione, chassis number 1451 GT. The car reached a final US$9,465,000, becoming the most valuable car Broad Arrow has ever sold.

1954 Jaguar XK 120 Roadster. Multiple Concours Winner. Fitted with five-speed gearbox and alloy radiator. Comprehensive restoration in 2011 . Sold Au$155,700.

1994 XJ220. One of 282. 5,889km. Complete engine rebuild at Jaguar's Coventry facilities in 2012. Major service and new fuel cell in 2020. Not Sold (Asking Au$1.2 million).

2014 XKR-S GT. One of 25 track-focused cars produced for the U.S. market Just 92 miles. Carbon ceramic brakes and carbon fibre aerodynamic improvements. Sold Au$249,000.

1964 Shelby 289 Cobra. One of 463 “leaf spring” cars produced from 1962-65. Original aluminium T10 four-speed manual transmission. Known ownership & history. Sold Au$1,975,000

U.S.A. Gooding & Company - Amelia Island Auction Results

Gooding & Company’s annual March Amelia Island Auctions are one of the most highly anticipated events of the year for automotive enthusiasts. Their venue, located at the classic beachfront Omni Amelia Island Resort, caters to the

enthusiast looking for a beautiful and inviting warm getaway.

Gooding & Company’s auction showcases a curated lineup and features spirited bidding in a comfortable setting.

1961

Over the past decade, this Gooding & Company event has earned its reputation as a premier East Coast collector-car auction.

1963

1950 XK120 Roadster. One of only 184 LHD alloy roadsters built. Four owners from new. Restored to Original Specifications. Matching numbers. Sold. (Au$355.200).

1961 E-Type 3.8 Litre Coupe. Early Series 1 with welded louvres and flat floor. Restored by UK Jaguar Marque Specialists. Retains matching numbers. Sold (Au$195,000).

E-Type 3.8 Litre Roadster. Early Series 1 with welded louvres and flat floor. Restored by UK Jaguar Marque Specialists. Retains Matching-Numbers. Sold. (Au$257.500).

E-Type Series 1 3.8 Litre Roadster, Matching numbers. Stunning restoration totalling over US$230,000. Painstakingly finished in the factory delivered colour. Sold. (Au$235,300).

1968 E-Type 4.2-Litre Series 2 manual roadster. Restored under prior ownership and handsomely presented. Sold. (Au$146,500).

1936 Jaguar SS100 3.5 litre. One of 314 examples. Accompanied by spare engine block. Early restoration. Award Winner at the 2005 Ault Park Concours. Sold. (Au$337,500).

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U.S. Mecum Auction Results - Glendale, Arizona

The Glendale auction is one of the largest annual events held in the U.S.A. each year with over 2,000 cars going under the hammer during the five-day event. Sales at the 2025 Mecum Auction topped $50 million.

1951 XK120 3.4 litre roadster. Aluminium bonnet, fibre-glass doors & boot. Pastel Blue metallic, new Tan interior, chrome trim & wire wheels with new tyres. Not Sold (closing bid Au$80,000).

1952 XK120 3.4 litre roadster. Long term ownership. New Michelin tyres, Tan tonneau cover and side windows. Receipts included dating back to 1985. Not Sold (closing bid Au$95,600).

1963 Mark II 3.8 Sedan. Frame-off restoration by Daniel Schmitt St. Louis Missouri. 4-speed manual with overdrive. Jaguar Heritage certificate. 60,829 miles. Sold (Au$52,600).

1967 E-Type 4.2 litre Series I roadster. Rotisserie restoration performed over a 9-year period. Completed in 2016. Carmen Red with Black leather interior. 73,545 miles. Sold (Au$254,250).

1995 XJS 4.0 litre convertible. Auto with White and Tan interior. Power operated convertible top. Garage kept and covered. Odometer reads 88,639 miles. Sold (Au$21,000).

1996 4.0 litre XJS Convertible. Carnival Red auto. Memory package, roll bar, power convertible top and reclining lounge seats. 37,485 miles. Sold (Au$31,500).

U.S. Mecum Auction Results - Glendale, Arizona (cont)

The Glendale auction is one of the largest annual events held in the U.S.A. each year with over 2,000 cars going under the hammer during the five-day event. Sales at the 2025 Mecum Auction topped $50 million.

2001 4.0 litre V8 XK8 (X100) convertible. Auto with power convertible top, Tan exterior and interior. Auto climate control. Odometer reads 66,734 miles. Sold (Au$12,275).

2003 X-Type Sedan, 2.5L V-6, Auto. Silver with Tan leather interior. Dual power seats, woodgrain interior trim. Odometer reads 59,081 miles. Not Sold (closing bid Au$8,000).

2004 4.2 litre V8 XJ8 (X308) Vanden Plas. Sunroof with White exterior and Tan interior. Dual-zone climate control, rear seat entertainment monitors. 67,873 miles. Sold (Au$14,000).

2011 Supercharged 5.0L V-8 XJL (X351) auto. Black with Black interior, Front seat massagers, heated & cooled front seats, heated rear seats. 48,915 miles. Not Sold (closing bid Au$27,000).

2017 S/C 5.0L/575 HP V-8 F-Type SVR 8- speed Auto. Ultra Blue ceramic coated with Jet Black interior. One owner, all-wheel drive, active exhaust. Only 1,031 miles. Sold. (Au$117,500).

2019 S/C 5.0L/550 HP V-8 auto F-Type R convertible. Indus Silver with Black interior. All wheel drive with upgraded brake calipers and performance seats. 39,606 miles. Sold. (Au$84,200).

JDCSA Classified Adverts

FOR SALE: 1970 E-Type Series 2

All original. Matching numbers motor and gearbox. Car imported 16 years ago. It is still in original condition. Could do with some sprucing up.

PRICE $120,000

Ring owner Frank 0408 845 142

For more info and photos.

FOR SALE: 2015 F Type Coupe

3.0L V6 Supercharged. 30,300km

White Polaris with black pack kit

Options - Red leather sports interior & seats, 19'' wheels, glass panoramic roof.

PRICE- $73,000 ONO

Contact Simon 0480 469 176

For more info and photos.

FOR SALE: 1975 XJ6 SERIES II

This outstanding example of Jaguar’s second iteration of the famed XJ6 is offered for immediate sale.

A well-known club car for the past 13 years that has travelled less than 2900 km each year.

Regularly serviced - most recently (February) by Classic & Sports Cars Boutique – comment “a good car, nothing to report”.

PRICE - $19,875

Contact: Michael Pringle 0418 311 422

FOR SALE: 1988 XJ-S Coupe

5.3 Litre V12 Auto

◊ Owned for 17 years

◊ In excellent condition, inside & out.

◊ Has always been regularly serviced and maintained and garaged undercover.

POA - All Offers Considered

Contact Rick Luff 0411 426 913

Email: - rickluff@iinet.net.au

FOR SALE: 1996 XJ X300 3.2L

X300 with the AJ16 engines is one of the most reliable Jaguars ever built. This car is no exception.

Low kilometres 130, 000. Runs superbly.

Books since new, 2 owners, immaculate condition, arctic blue.

Paintwork perfect. Maintained by Tony at Stepney Autos

Lovely car but have to down size.

PRICE $14,000 ONO

Please ring Mark - 0401 444 919

FOR SALE: 1971 XJ6 Series 1

2nd family ownership. Highly desirable manual with overdrive Bare metal respray that cost $23,000 … Perfect . This is an excellent vehicle. Extensive history and expenditure including engine rebuild.

Books from new. Lovely car but have to down size

Reduced - offers around $17,000

Please ring Mark - 0401 444 919

JDCSA Classified Adverts

WANTED

Front seats from MK2 for Daimler project.

Please contact Michael Pringle 0418 311 422

FOR SALE: 1965 MK10

4.2 Litre

Beautifully presented MK10 Jaguar.

Stunning white paintwork with red leather interior.

Stunning woodwork, carpets, hood lining. Carpeted boot. Complete new aircon system. Part of the family over 35 years

PRICE - $35,000

Please contact Chris Michael for details - 0417 817 516

FOR SALE: 2002 XK8

Convertible - Sold New in 2003

The car presents as new inside & out. More photographs available

PRICE $45,000 negotiable.

Please call Steve Weeks 0414 952 416 for more details

FOR SALE: 1994 S-Type

I am wishing to sell my late father's 1964 S-Type Jag.

Manual overdrive full synchro gearbox. Car is fine mechanically. Just needs some TLC with the aesthetics. Car is in Seaview Downs SA. Not registered. Last registered in VIC. More photos on Carsales

PRICE $10,000 ONO

Contact James Ward 0405 210 901 jimi.ward365@proton.me

FOR SALE: 1978 XJ-S

Project Car. Suffered engine failure. Dormant for some years. Current owner bought it as a non-going project 10-12 years ago. Project has stalled. The pre-HE V12 engine motor has undergone a careful rebuilding process. Body repairs and repaint required. Brakes will need work. The interior seats restored but carpets and trim replacement required

PRICE - Best Offer

Please contact Jim Barratt 0400 344 455 to make arrangements to see the car. Vehicle in workshop in Georgetown, 200 km north of Adelaide.

FOR SALE: 1985 XJ-S V12 HE Body panels are not bad. Interior no good. Suit restoration or parts. Tyres are like new. Located at Morgan.

PRICE $3,000 - Negotiable

Please contact Craig on 0421 400 282

Mk10, 420G - Register Minutes (March 2025)

, Mk 10 & 420G Register

The XJ, Mk10 & 420G Register meet the second Wednesday of each month.

Minutes of meeting held at 7.30pm on Wednesday 12TH March, at the Bartley Hotel, West Lakes Shore.

Present: Steve & Precious Attard, Peter & Heather Buck, Andrew & Margaret Byles, Fred Butcher, Bob & Daphne Charman, Don & Elaine Cardone, Alan & Lurraine Davis, Jeannie DeYoung, Graham Franklin, Fay Leyton, John Loechel, Louis Marafioti, Graeme & Betty Moore, Paul Moore, Sandy Nicholson, Trevor Norley, Evan Spartalis, Don & Kathy Tyrrell, Robert & Bernadette West.

Apologies:Richard & Dianne Chuck, Michael Pringle & Jo Orford, David & Margaret Bicknell, Don & Margaret Bursill, John Flanigan, David & Angela Nicklin, David Taddeo and Margaret Thomas.

Previous Minutes:Acceptance proposed and approved by Heather Buck and seconded by Alan Davis.

Tonight’s Lucky Square Raffle: Tonight’s winner was Don Cardone.

Welfare:David Bicknell has had a new heart pacemaker fitted and is doing well. Should be out of hospital tomorrow.

New Members:

Robert & Bernadette West were welcomed to the Register.

General Business:

1. All British Car Clubs Picnic Day at the Birdwood Mill. – Sunday 27th April.

2. Bob and Peter Buck will do the marshalling.

3. A few calendars left for members

4. XJ Register Cinema in the North Event - 24th, 25th and 26th May. Details available from Trevor Norley and posted in the Events section of Tidyhq

5. This year’s Register Xmas Dinner and Show is booked for Saturday the 13th December at the Glenelg Golf Club. Is now online and tickets selling already.

6. Don’t forget our XJ Register Auction night in November at the Bartley Tavern.

7. Several cars for sale. Tony Ellis’s XJ8 and Margaret Thomas’s lovely Series 2 XJ6.

CAR TALK

◊ Steve & Precious Attard: Black 420G. Stripped door seals. Putting in new ones he got from Bob.

◊ Peter & Heather Buck: Sweet as ever. Going great.

◊ Andrew & Margaret Byles: Working on XJR this month.

◊ Jeannie DeYoung: N.T.R.

◊ Don & Elaine Cardone: Took XJS to All British Day.

◊ Bob & Daff Charman: All good at the moment.

◊ Alan & Lurraine Davis: X Type ready for some paint work.

◊ Fay Leyton: N.T.R.

◊ Graham Franklin: All British Day - XJS went well. Getting it ready for Bathurst.

◊ John Loechel: 1971 XJ6 took to ABD. First run for 2 years. Great fun.

◊ Louis Marafioti: 1999 XJ8 going well and so is he!

◊ Graeme & Betty Moore: 1989 XJS – Ready for Bathurst in a couple of weeks.

◊ Paul Moore: X300 going well.

◊ Sandy Nicholson: All good.

◊ Trevor Norley: XJ Series 3 will not start on petrol. Took it to Stepney Auto – fixed the problem. Took the X Type to Burra and Blyth in the 40-degree heat – went well.

◊ Evan Spartalis: 420 suspension all done – Going to Burra.

◊ Don & Kathy Tyrrell: Mk 10 in for paint job. XJ358 going like a rocket –getting 6.3l per 100k’s.

◊ John & Bernadette West: All good, XJ6 4.2 S2 1973.

Meeting closed at 8.30pm: Bob thanked all members for their attendance.

Next meeting: To be held on Wednesday, 9th April, at the Bartley Tavern. See you all there!

Bob Charman, XJ Register secretary

Multivalve Register Minutes (March 2025)

2. A volunteer from our Register is needed to help with marshalling at the Birdwood picnic.

3. Log books can be renewed at the Multivalve Register meeting in May.

Multivalve Register meet bi-monthly or as advised.

Minutes of the Multivalve Register Meeting The Kensi Hotel, Regent Street, Kensington Thursday 27th March 2025

Present: Judy Langdon & Ray Smithers, Peter & Tricia Clarke, John Castle, Peter & Heather Buck, Hugh Guthrie, Graham Southern, David Brewer, Ron & Claire Palmer, Geoff & Valerie Clayton, Jim & Arcadia Komaromi, Graeme & Betty Moore, Bob & Daphne Charman, Michael Pringle & Jo Orford, Graham & Jan Franklin, David & Margaret Bicknell, Margaret Thomas, David Taddeo, Fred Butcher, Gary Lewis, Lesley Clarke, Robert & Robyn Welch, Steve & Cecilia Schubert, Evan Spartalis.

Apologies: Tom & Marj Brindle, Peter & Ros Holland

Welcome: The Register welcomed new member Gary Lewis to his first Multivalve meeting. Gary has a 1997 XK8.

Minutes of previous meeting: Accepted with no matters arising.

Welfare: No current welfare issues to report. Club Business:

1. The E,F&GT Register have a visit to Richmond Classic Cars on Wednesday 16th April at 7:30pm. Details on TidyHQ.

2. The Just British Car Club picnic is being held at the Birdwood Motor Museum on Sunday 27th April with a limit of 250 cars. Full details are on TidyHQ, registration is mandatory and tickets must be printed and displayed on the day. Cars to remain in place from 10:00am until 3:00pm.

3. The XJ Register have organised a weekend run to Burra and Port Broughton. Details on TidyHQ under “Cinema In The North”.

4. Log books can be renewed at the General meeting in May. A guest speaker from the RAA will give an entertaining talk about old people and road rules.

5. The next general meeting is on Tuesday 1st April. Members were reminded to register on TidyHQ to enable accurate numbers to be given to the venue.

Register Business:

1. Jim and Arcadia Komaromi have organised a visit to Melba’s Chocolate Factory, followed by a run to the The Barker hotel in Mount Barker for lunch.

4. Members were asked for their views on the frequency of general meetings and whether they were happy with the current arrangement at The Junction. All seem happy for now.

Car Talk:

◊ Steve Schubert: Nothing to report.

◊ Graham Franklin: Car serviced and ready for Bathurst on Monday.

◊ Evan Spartalis: Nothing to report.

◊ Fred Butcher: All ready for Bathurst with a driver organised – Fred can sit back and relax for the journey!

◊ David Taddeo: 420G needs a run, hasn’t been out since Christmas but it started up okay last week!

◊ Hugh Guthrie: XK8 going well, had a couple of runs recently. Thought about using it as a wedding car for his nephew but the bride and groom can’t fit in the back so had to use a Volvo instead (groans all around the room).

◊ Graham Southern: Not a member, just visiting (cue Daphne) – has a 1972 Datsun Skyline Coupe and recently took it to coffee and cars at Victoria Park.

◊ Peter Clarke: E-type and Mk2 both going well.

◊ Geoff Clayton: 2021 E-pace, 19,000kms, lovely car and no issues.

◊ Ray Smithers: 2010 X-type, going well.

◊ David Bicknell: Proud owner of a brand-new pacemaker with its own defibrillator! No issues with his cars.

◊ Gary Lewis: Has owned his model 1997 XK8 since August 1st, had a grandson the same day and isn’t sure which excited him the most! The car has 38,000kms on the clock. The thermostat had been changed from plastic to metal and the plastic tensioners will need changing in about 20,000kms. The general view of members was that he should change them sooner rather than later. He also has a suspension noise, back left – probably bushes.

◊ David Brewer: 2010 XK purring nicely.

◊ Lesley Clarke: Nothing to report.

◊ Daphne Charman: XF going well – Charlie has fixed the fault light issue.

◊ Bob Charman: S-type has been resprayed and looks good. XJ going in for a respray in April. Big Red is having the rust on one door fixed up.

◊ Ron Palmer: 2014 XF 3-litre supercharged, 93,000kms, just had it’s 11th annual service and is running beautifully.

◊ John Castle: 2003 S-type – hasn’t used it for a while but going well.

◊ Graeme Moore: XJS serviced and ready for the big run to Bathurst. Will do more kms in the next two weeks than in the last year. New oil pressure switch fitted but the gauge still doesn’t work….

◊ Jim Komaromi: 2007 S-type, 156,000kms, booked in for bodywork on the passenger side after a hit and run in a car park. Problem with the DSC control system, waiting for a sensor to fix it.

◊ Robert Welch: Bought an F-type on All British Day in 2018 with 18,000kms on the clock. Keeps it in Victor Harbor and will introduce himself to it shortly and take it for a run!

◊ Michael Pringle: 2018 XE generally going well. Recently the screen went blank and needed new software. It just was out of warranty and Solitaire charged $291/hr for two hours work. Fixed now but Bluetooth is not working as well as it should.

◊ Jo Orford: XKR now on historic restoration after four trips to Service SA to prove the build date of the car was 2000 as per the build plate (situated behind the battery), and not 2001 as per the registration document.

◊ Margaret Thomas: XJ serviced and ready for sale. Will feature in the magazine this month.

◊ Peter Buck: X308 going well. Thinking of having the windows tinted.

Any Other Business:

Tricia Clarke reminded the group that the annual dinner and presentation evening will be on Friday 18th July at the Wolf Blass Centre and hoped to exceed 120 in numbers attending.

Next Meeting Date:

Thursday 22nd May at The Kensi, 6:00pm for a meal, 7:30pm for the meeting.

Meeting closed at 8:28pm.

Peter Buck Register Secretary

Jaguar World April 2025

The April 2025 edition of Jaguar World includes the following feature stories: -

◊ Daimler V8-250 Vs Daimler Sovereign: The Daimler V8 and Daimler Sovereign represent the transition of Britain’s oldest motor manufacturer to an upmarket subsidiary of Jaguar. But did either retain its own identity in the process, or did Jaguar erode Daimler's individual identity?

◊ F-Pace SVR: The final, and fastest, fossil-fuel Jaguar SUV. To mark the recent ending of Jaguar’s first SUV, we say farewell to arguably the best version, the 542bhp F-PACE SVR.

◊ Chasseur XJ40: Thanks to the addition of two turbochargers, Jaguar tuning specialist, Chasseur, managed to achieve the unthinkable and transformed the XJ40 into a genuine sports saloon. A handful were built and expensive when new, but was the twin turbo XJ40 worth it?

◊ Six Litre Coupe: By fitting both a six-speed automatic gearbox plus an uprated 6.0-litre V12, the owner has transformed this Daimler Double Six into a fast, responsive yet still subtle example. Do a later engine and six speed gearbox sharpen the sportiest Series XJ?

◊ C-Type Recreation: Created using Jaguar’s original blueprints, this highly authentic C-Type recreation boasts a fascinating past – and a successful racing career in recent years.

◊ Buying an X-Type V6: The X-Type is the cheapest way into a Jaguar saloon these days, and the V6s make excellent sports saloons for the money. Here’s what you need to know to buy the smallest Jaguar sports saloon.

◊ SNG Barratt Merges with Moss and Rimmer Bros: SNG Barratt have announced that it has merged with a group of leading speciality automotive parts suppliers for British marque vehicles that includes Moss Motors and Rimmer Bros. The combined group is a portfolio company of private equity firm Radial Equity Partners. Read more.

◊ Workshop: Undertray Trouble: The plastic or metal shields secured underneath the bodywork of a Jaguar are often regarded as more of a nuisance than a necessity. Yet they help with soundproofing, protect components from corroding and, in some cases, aid airflow to parts that may benefit from additional cooling. When their fastenings either seize or break off, then those undertrays can rattle or even fall off, but it’s important to keep them fitted and ensure they are secure. This workshop addresses some of the common issues that can arise and how to fix them, along with replacing broken undertrays.

◊ Q& A - Bring Back the Shine: They speak to “Autoglym” to ask them about their products and to discover the best ways to clean, polish and restore a car’s paintwork. W .

Motorsport News Celebrated its Anniversary with a D-Type.

Jaguar World’s sister title, Motorsport News celebrated its 70th anniversary in style at Race Retro in February 21-23, with a world-famous Jaguar D-Type taking centre stage on the long-running weekly’s display stand at the Stoneleigh venue.

The car in question was a short-nose Jaguar D-Type prototype, pictured here at the MIRA test track in 1955 with Jaguar engineer Malcolm Sayer and test driver, Norman Dewis. The car was at the show to represent Jaguar’s Le Mans win in 1955, the same year that Motorsport News was launched, originally called Motoring News.

Easter Bunny Special - Cars of Playboy Bunnies

Editor - I was trying hard to think of something appropriate to run for Easter. I Googled “Easter Bunny Car” and to my surprise I found a “Bunny” in front of a pink 1964 all new Mustang. It turned out to be the “Playboy Bunny of The Year” in front of her gift car. Since 1964 it has become a tradition for the ‘Playmate of The Year’ to get a new car as part of her winnings. I fast forwarded through the years and not surprisingly found that Jaguars didn’t miss out. Now that’s a good subject for Easter!

Playboy Playmate and 1980 “Bunny of the Year", Dorothy Stratten posing in front of her 1980 XJ-S. The stunning 20 year old would be dead by August that year, killed by her estranged husband Paul Snider, who took his life after hers. Stratten's death inspired two movies, one book, (The Killing of the Unicorn 1984), and several songs including "The Best Was Yet to Come" by Bryan Adams, and "Cover Girl" by Prism.

Actress, Playboy Playmate, and 1984 “Bunny of the Year" Barbara Edwards with her Black 1984 XJ-S. Barbara appeared in movies "Malibu Express" and "Terminal Entry". “Bunny’s” were often photographed wearing clothes that match their new cars.

Easter Bunny Special

Actress, Playboy Playmate, and 1986 “Bunny of the Year" Kathy Shower scored a 1986 Series 3 Jaguar XJ-6. She was one of the oldest women to ever appear as a Playboy Playmate, at age 32, as well as a single mother of two.

“Bunny of the Year" Anna Nicole Smith with her Champagne Convertible 1993 XJ-S. The 39 year old actress and model died in 2007 in a Hollywood hotel room as a result of an overdose of prescription drugs. In 2016 the fully restored XJ-S sold at auction for US$25,000.

Easter Bunny Special / Club Notices

Club Notices

CLASSIC MARQUE

Classic Marque is the official magazine of the Jaguar Drivers Club of South Australia (JDCSA). The opinions and views expressed in published articles are wholly those of the respective authors, and are not necessarily those of Jaguar, the Editor, the Club, or its members.

Advertisers and sponsors who place advertisements in the magazine do so because they value their association with the JDCSA. Placement of these advertisements should not necessarily be taken to mean the Club endorses the services offered.

Jaguar ambassador and Playboy’s first Mexican-American "Bunny of the Year", Raquel Pomplun with her 2014 Jaguar F-type at the Playboy Mansion. To see the Jaguar promotional video with Raquel: 2013 Playmate of the Year Presented by Jaguar

JDCSA March 2025 General Meeting Minutes

Minutes of the JDCSA General Meeting held on Tuesday, 4th March 2025, at The Junction, 470 Anzac Highway, Camden Park

Meeting opened at 7:30 pm

Apologies:

John and Sue Weeks, Arcadia Komaromi

New Members: Peter Panagaris and Sue Rossidis

Welfare: Steve Weeks shared health updates of Club Members, including Rayeena Petrucco who is to have back surgery.

Previous Minutes: Minutes of the 29th October 2024 meeting were moved as correct by Boris Potiuch and seconded by Steve Weeks. Accepted by the meeting.

Business Arising: nil

President’s Report: Michael Pringle reported on the All British Day held in mild weather at Echunga on Sunday. JDCSA were represented by 70 cars, and with another 21 Jaguars in other clubs, a total of 91 of the 700 cars. David and Angela Rogers took out the trophy for best car in show for their Mk V, John Whittaker’s Lancaster received second prize and Debbie Goddard for best period costume.

Michael expressed sincere thanks to Alan Bartram and Peter Thomas for bringing all the club gear and organising the set up and to the others who helped setup, pack up and marshal on the day: Tim White, Don Tamblyn, Roland Donders, Graham Franklin, Dave Burton and Fred Butcher.

Michael was pleased to announce that a Regalia Coordinator had volunteered, more details to come.

Vice President’s Report: Tim had nothing to report

Secretary’s Report: Correspondence in: The February Australia Jaguar Magazine, which will be added to the library

Treasurer’s Report: Heather reported that the Club was in a good financial position although now we will become liable for some tax for the last financial year.

Membership Secretary’s Report: Daff reported new memberships have slowed after a strong number late last year. A new member applied at All British Day. Daphne is busy getting certificates ready for 10, 20, 30 and 40 year members for the Annual Dinner.

Editor & Events Report: Graham thanked contributors for the stories for the XJS feature. The April Classic Marque will feature All British Day.

Logbooks Report: Tim White held a training session for the Club Validation Officers prior to the meeting. For people who are able to attend, from May every Register meeting and General Meeting will be an opportunity to renew logbooks. In addition, logbook days will be held at locations in the north, central and southern areas.

MSCA Report: Barry Kitts reported the first event, a super sprint, would be held on March 22nd. Barry urged members to consider volunteering for the second round in June. No qualifications are required to act as flag wavers in the course bunkers, 4 volunteers are needed, and lunch is provided. He added that all car clubs are struggling with reduced numbers participating, although Victoria are bringing 120 cars to the "The Bend".

Librarian Report: Tom Brindle brought along a few books and magazines however members were again urged to pre-order library materials.

Regalia Report: As reported a volunteer has come forward and the new process will soon be rolled out in due course.

Register Reports:

Multivalve Register: Peter Buck reported that Jim and Arcadia have organised a tour of Melba’s Chocolate Factory at Woodside on 10th April, followed by lunch at a hotel in Mt Barker. Numbers are limited to 30 but can usually be increased. The next Register meeting will be held at the Kensi Hotel on Thursday 27th March at 6 pm.

Compact Register: Phil Prior had nothing to report

XJ, MK10 & 420G Register: Bob reported the next meeting would be held on 12th March at 6 pm at The Bartley Tavern. There are already 48 rooms booked for the May 24th–26th trip to Blythe, Burra and Pt Broughton with rooms still available.

E, F & GT Register: Bruce Davis reported the first meeting at The Arkaba Hotel had 27 attendees, mainly couples. The next event will be held on 11th March, being a run to the Whittaker car collection at Hahndorf, followed by lunch and the following meeting will be held at Richmond’s on 16th April. A run for the cars will be held in May.

SS/Pushrod Register: Graham had nothing to report other than the Register has moved from monthly meetings to 3 or 4 a year.

XK, 7, 8 & 9 Register: Steve Weeks reported the first meeting held at John Goddard’s was well attended. The May meeting will include logbook processing and the October Border Run will be to Clare. Planning is being progressed by Moira.

Steve gave an update on the 'Just British Car Clubs Picnic Day' at Birdwood to be held on 27th April, which is a whole of Club event being organised by Steve and Phil in conjunction with all Register Secretaries. There are now 170 cars entered, with 200250 being expected. Entries will close at the end of March. The focus is a BYO picnic, with alcohol and dogs allowed in, but local traders will be available for take away. Birdwood have requested that if umbrellas and gazebos are brought in that spikes are not driven into the ground but rather weights are used for stabilising.

Ladies Social Register Report: Tricia said there were still a couple of spots left for the visit to Carrick Hill on 20th March followed by lunch at The Arkaba Hotel. The May lunch will be held at the Flagstaff Hotel.

Tickets will be available from April for the Annual Jaguar Dinner being organised by the Ladies Register members on Friday 18th July.

General Business:

▪ Margaret Thomas is selling her XJ6 Series II, and it will be listed in the next Classic Marque.

▪ Michael is looking for Mk II front seats after finding they are a good fit for the old Daimler he is restoring.

▪ A coordinator is still needed for SA Jag Day.

Next Meeting: Tuesday 1st April at The Junction; and the May General meeting will have a guest speaker from the RAA.

Meeting Closed: Michael closed the general meeting at 8:02 pm after his usual joke.

Guest Speaker: Bruce Davis presented a very interesting talk on Electric Vehicles and the roll out of EV charging stations across SA.

JDCSA - Club Directory 2025

Club Postal Address: PO Box 6020, Halifax Street, Adelaide SA 5000

Club Web Site / Email

Web: www.jdcsa.com.au

Email: hello@jdcsa.tidymail.co

President: Michael Pringle Mobile: 0418 311 422 president@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Vice President: Tim White Mobile: 0419 809 021 vicepresident@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Treasurer: Heather Buck Mobile: 0432 549 086 treasurer@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Monthly Meetings: 1st Tuesday of the month (Feb - Dec) 7.30pm at “The Junction”, 470 Anzac Highway, Camden Park. (Near the Morphettville Racecourse). Members can choose to have a meal from 6.00pm prior to the meeting.

Your Committee

Secretary Moira Lugg Mobile: 0407 727 459 secretary@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Committee Member: PeterHolland Phone: 0408 810 884 pholland@senet.com.au

Committee Member: Vacancy

Membership Secretary: Daphne Charman Phone: (08) 8248 4111 Mobile: 0404 999 200 membership@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Register Secretaries/Committee members

SS, Mk IV, & Mk V

Meet TBA

Graham Franklin: (0490 074 671 E: ssregister@jdcsa.tidymail.co

XK & MK 7, 8, 9 - Meet TBA

Steve Weeks: 0414 952 416 E: xk789register@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Mk 1, 2, S Type, 420 (Compact) Meet TBA

Phil Prior: 0402 670 654. E: compactregister@jdcsa.tidymail.co

XJ, 420G, & MK X

Meet 2nd Wednesday of each month.

Bob Charman: 0421 482 007 E: xjregister@jdcsa.tidymail.co

E, F & GT

Meet 3rd Thursday every 2nd month. Bruce Davis: 0400 872 438 E: efgtregister@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Multi-Valve - Meet 4th Thursday of the odd Calendar month. Peter Buck: 0421 061 883 E: multivalveregister@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Jaguar Ladies Register:

Meet 3rd Thursday every 2nd month. Tricia Clarke: 0422 128 066 jaguarladiesregister@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Club Services/Club Representatives

Editor/Events Coordinator: Graham Franklin Mobile: 0490 074 671 Email: editor@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Librarian: Tom Brindle. Phone (08) 8387 0051. E: librarian@ jdcsa.tidymail.co

Marque Sports Car Association (MSCA): Club Representative: Barry Kitts: 0412 114 109

All British Day: -

Club Representative: Fred Butcher: 0428 272 863

Federation of Historic Motoring Clubs (FHMCSA): Club Representative: David Burton Mobile: 0417 566 225

Technical Officer: Geoff Mockford Phone: (08) 8332 3366 Mobile: 0438 768 770

Public Officer: Steve Weeks Mobile: 0414 952 416. E: publicofficer.@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Archives: Peter Holland, Dave Burton, Graham Franklin Email: hello@jdcsa.tidymail.co

TidyHQ Administrator: Tim White. Mobile: 0419 809 021. E: thqadmin@ jdcsa.tidymail.co

Web Master: Phil Prior/Tim White Phil Prior. Mobile: 0402 670 654. Tim White. Mobile: 0419 809 021. webmanager@jdcsa.tidymail.co

Logbook Compliance Officer:

• Tim White - Phone: 0419 809 021. E: logbookofficer@jdcsa.tidymail.co

To obtain MR334 Application Forms

• Geoff Mockford: 0438 768 770

• Evan Spartalis: 0408 827 919

• Roger Adamson: 0421 052 518

• Tim White: 0419 809 021

Just British Pic nic!

Jaguar Drivers Club of SA Combined Registers Event!

In lieu of the cancelled McLaren Vale Vintage Classic, and Victor Harbor British Classic Tour

The Birdwood Motor Museum, Sunday 27th April, 2025 10.00am 3.00pm. BYO picnic event.

The 50th Anniversary of the JAGUAR XJS the Jaguar XJC and Daimler Sovereign Coupe

REGISTRATION for this event will be required

REGISTER HERE

REGISTER HERE