August 2017
The Monthly Magazine of the Jaguar Drivers Club of South Australia
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Club Directory Management Committee
Club Services
Register Secretaries
President
XK & MK 7,8,9 Robin Ide Mobile: 0428 816 678 rdide@tpg.com.au
Mobile:
Technical Officer Geoff Mockford (08) 8362 5997 / 0438 768 770 Librarian Tom Brindle (08) 8387 0051 Log Books David Burton 0417 566 225 davidb716@gmail.com
Secretary
Inspectors— Club Registration
Julian Lugg 0417 882 930 president@jdcsa.com.au Mobile:
Vice President Philip Prior Phone: (08) 8276 6136 Mobile: 0402 670 654 philipprior@bigpond.com Treasurer
Tim White 0419 809 021 treasurer@jdcsa.com.au Alan Bartram Mobile: 0418 818 950 adbartram@bigpond.com Editor
Dane Wilden 0431 058 951 dwilden@adam.com.au Mobile:
Membership Secretary Daphne Charman Phone: (08) 8248 4111 Mobile: 0404 999 200 membership@jdcsa.com.au Events Coordinators Arcadia & Jim Komaromi Mobile: 0421 185 168 jimkom@adam.com.au Web Editor
Tom Herraman Mobile: 0423 214 644 info@jdcsa.com.au Club Web Site www.jdcsa.com.au Club Postal Address PO Box 6020 Halifax Street Adelaide SA 5000
Geoff Mockford 08 83625997 0438768770 Evan Spartalis 08 83628116 Onslow Billinghurst 08 83251971 Alan Baker 0429097729 Ron Palmer 0418855597 Robin Ide 0428816678 Malcolm Adamson 0418856731 Roger Adamson 0421052518 Bob Charman 08 82484111 0421482007 Tim White 0419809021 Peter Holland 08 82710048 Richard Shipman 0417843808
Club Representatives Australian Council of Jaguar Clubs (ACJC) Peter Holland (08) 8271 0048 Federation of Historic Motoring Clubs (FHMC) Bob Lynch (08) 838 11705 Marque Sports Car Association
(MSCA) Barry Kitts
(08) 8391 1759
All British Day Alan Bartram 0418 818 950
SS & Daimler Malcolm Adamson Phone: (08) 82783002 daimlerss@jdcsa.com.au MK 1, 2, S, 420 Tim White Mobile: 0419 809 021 casuti3@bigpond.com XJ, 420G, MKX Bob Charman Phone: (08) 8248 4111 charman@bigpond.net.au E-Type, F Type, and Grand Tourer Alan Baker Mobile: 0429 097 729 etype@jdcsa.com.au Multi-Valve Ron Palmer Mobile: 0418 855 597 multivalve@jdcsa.com.au
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Club Torque The President’s Rap The new Club Registration (previously called Historic Registration) is now in operation having started on 1st July 2017. The new regulations are accessible through the club website or the government Transport website and they will mean considerably less work for our inspectors and our logbook officer. The registration and logbook renewal process is now much more streamlined for members. However it is essential that club membership is renewed on time to ensure registration does not lapse. The annual dinner (held on Saturday 29th July) is an important and enjoyable club function. Thank you to all those members who supported this event and congratulations to those who received awards (trophies and club certificates for 10,20,30,40 year membership). Congratulations to the organisers (Geoff & Marg Thomas, Peter & Ros Holland, Daphne & Bob Charman) on another great night. The recent new members picnic (we moved to a hotel due to cold and wet weather) proved to be very successful and worthwhile with positive feedback being received. Approximately 24 new members had the opportunity to
meet informally with several of our club executive (including register secretaries) to chat about Jaguars and other topics over a meal. A number of new members came in their Jaguars but the weather did not allow the “opening of bonnets”. Thanks to Phil Prior for his organisation. The success means we will consider planning similar activities in the future.
consider nominating for a role or volunteering for one of the ex officio roles in the club. The annual elections of register secretaries are usually held in register meetings before the AGM so please consider one of these roles as well.
The executive committee has been reviewing club expenses trying to keep costs to a minimum but maximising benefits to members. Club or event sponsorship assists us greatly in keeping costs to members down and there is an opportunity for a volunteer in the club to help us manage sponsorship. Communication is an essential part of the club and there is also an opportunity to assist us in keeping our website up to date. Thank you to Tom Herraman who provides great technology expertise to the club. He has a current focus on Facebook.
I encourage all members to participate where and when they can in register meetings, in register events, in general meetings, in club events, and in other motoring activities (where we can continue to promote the Jaguar Marque). The club calendar on our website is a useful reference for upcoming events. Our SA Jag Day is on Sunday 15th October 2017 at Brighton Secondary School and the Jaguar National Rally is on April 12th -20th 2018 in the Barossa and Victor Harbor - so book in these dates.
The Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 5th September immediately after our September general meeting. At the AGM there will be elections for the club executive committee so please
Julian
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Club Torque Another month, and another magazine! How time flies when you’re having fun! I’ve been having a great deal of fun recently, having just returned from a trip with the National Motor Museum touring the “Bush Mechanics” exhibition throughout the Northern Territory. A very special hello to our northern readers, and my apologies for not stopping to check out the local collection - I was running a very tight schedule! This edition is packed full of news from the world of Jaguar. We’ve got a number of new
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model announce ments, including the XF Sportbrake (pg 9) and the all-new EPACE compact SUV (pg 15) - and what an entrance it made! Enthusiasts will also find interesting reading in reports on the restoration of an early E-Type, and more awards for the I-PACE concept. On the local front, Tim White asks for your input on the future direction of the club (pg 13-14). I ask that you give your consideration to the questions he poses, and respond to him in the coming
weeks. Please also note that the AGM is approaching (pg 16) - make sure you get your nominations (or others) in for positions on the Executive Committee! That’s enough from me for the time being - I hope you enjoy the edition of Classic Marque, and as always, happy motoring.
Dane
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Rare 1961 Jaguar E-Type found in pieces to be completely restored Sean Szymkowski Motor Authority
Jaguar I-PACE concept named Most Significant Concept Vehicle of 2017 Jaguar Media Press Office
Classic Motor Cars of Bridgnorth plans to undertake quite a challenge, signing on to fully restore a 1961 Jaguar EType that was found in pieces. But this isn't your ordinary E -Type. CMC has identified the car as chassis number 875256, which happens to be one of the very first left-hand drive roadsters with the outside hood lock. To boot, each piece and component features matching numbers and Jaguar's famed 3.8-liter 6-cylinder engine is present. The engine made 265 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque in its prime. The 1961 E-Type was delivered to the Belgium Motor Company dealership in Brussels in July 1961 and was sold shortly thereafter. 54 years later, the car was found in France with documentation revealing it had been imported from Luxembourg in 1975. The previous owner planned to restore the car himself, but work ended shortly thereafter. Now, CMC will take on the job, despite the fact it remains in pieces. "It will be a challenging project but all the factory parts are there and our skilled fabricators and technicians will do all they can to save as much of the original car as possible. It will roll out of our workshops just like it left Browns Lane in 1961,” David Barzilay, Chairman of CMC, said. CMC may be the best restoration experts for the job. In 2016, the company completed a nut and bolt restoration of E -Type chassis number 15, which was found in an abysmal state. This E-Type is most definitely in good hands, but judging by the photos, it has a long road ahead of it.
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The Jaguar I-PACE Concept has been named Most Significant Concept Vehicle of 2017 at the 16th North American Concept Vehicle Awards. As well as achieving the highest overall score to take away the top honour, Jaguar’s all-electric performance SUV also won the Production Preview Concept of the Year category. The awards, held at the Concours d’Elegance of America, recognise those vehicles most likely to shape the future of the automobile industry. More than two dozen jurors participated in a selection process that involved a total of 24 vehicles, each introduced to North America during this season's auto shows in Los Angeles, Detroit, Chicago, Toronto and New York. “Our challenge was to design an electric vehicle that’s distinctively and unmistakably a Jaguar – and one which demonstrates that an electric vehicle can be visually dramatic as well as practical. I think that the Jaguar I-PACE Concept has done exactly that, and is clearly at the forefront of the trend for more beautiful, more desirable electric vehicles. We’re very proud of it, and we’re delighted that the North American jurors have recognised us for succeeding in our mission by awarding the I-PACE Concept the 2017 Concept Car of the Year” said Jaguar’s Director of Design, Ian Callum.
Jaguar’s heritage of elegant design and breathtaking performance has excited and delighted the world for more than 80 years. Today’s world-class Jaguar family embodies BOTTOM LINE the Art of Performance and will grow again in 2018 with the all-electric I-PACE performance SUV, joining the remarkable, much admired and award-winning XE, XF and XJ saloons, the dramatic F-TYPE sports car, the F-PACE performance crossover – the fastest-selling Jaguar ever – and the all-new E-PACE compact performance SUV.
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2018 Jaguar XJR575 revealed!
Chris Thompson Motor With a top speed of 299km/h, the Jaguar XJR575 is approaching F Type SVR levels of fast. The new super saloon is also bestowed the same 423kW/700Nm as the F Type SVR, but the extra weight (kerb weight is 1,875kg) that comes with it means its dash to 100km/h is a tad slower at 4.4 seconds.
Jaguar design boss Ian Callum says the extra performance focus in the XJR575 hasn’t detracted from the Jag’s ‘comfortable’ feel. “This is a performance vehicle, but that doesn’t mean we have had to cut any corners when it comes to comfort or design. “Jaguar is the standard bearer for interior refinement and the XJR575 is no different. It can go very quickly, but it does so with
the serene comfort customers expect from a Jaguar saloon. “That makes this a very special car indeed.” The 2018 Jaguar XJ range goes on sale towards the end of 2017, though Australian numbers (if any) and pricing for the XJR575 is yet to be announced.
But, as demonstrated in the reveal video, the XJR can continue on to its top speed in about 44 seconds. Rolling on black 19-inch wheels, the XJR575 looks a bit wilder than its Jag sedan siblings, save for the Project 8. The 575 also scores two new exclusive colour options, Velocity Blue and Satin Corris Grey, plus an XJR-specific rear spoiler, side sills, front bumper and lower air intakes.
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A long-wheel-base version with an extra 125mm also looks to be available, which will also be 10kg heavier.
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XF Sportbrake confirmed for Australian market Local launch of large prestige wagon just months away respect few of the boundaries that often define wagon packaging. Jaguar reveals that the Sportbrake will offer “enhanced knee room and improved headroom”, thanks to the longer wheelbase.
Ken Gratton Motoring Jaguar has committed to introducing the XF Sportbrake wagon to the Australian market in November. As recently as last week the date wasn’t locked in, according to Tim Krieger, General Manager for Communications and Public Affairs at Jaguar Land Rover Australia.
Comfort and convenience features available for the Sportbrake will include a clean-air zone (air filtration/ionisation), Driver Condition Monitoring, gesture control (for sunroof blind and tailgate), 10-inch Touch Pro infotainment system and a waterproof activity key.
Speaking with motoring.com.au for the global launch of the Range Rover Velar and the four-cylinder Jaguar F-TYPE in Norway, Krieger said of the XF wagon: “We’ll be launching that in late Quarter four this year; at the moment it’s looking like November.” Since then, the importer has announced the XF Sportbrake will definitely launch here on November 1, priced from $90,400 for the R-Sport 20d model. The importer advises that the Sportbrake will be marketed here in multiple variants, including a flagship model powered by a 3.0-litre diesel V6, producing 221kW and 700Nm for a 0-100km/h time of 6.6 seconds.
The Sportbrake is the next new model to roll out in Australia, but Jaguar has more arriving hot on the heels of the XF wagon, says Krieger, beginning with the small E-PACE SUV.
In addition to the 132kW diesel at entry level, there’ll be a midrange model – the XF Sportbrake R-Sport 25t – with a 184kW petrol Ingenium four-cylinder under the bonnet. Jaguar will release the range in Australia with a First Edition model featuring the V6 diesel. All variants will be auto-only, with the fourcylinder models offering ZF’s 8HP 45 transmission, and the diesel V6 bolted up to ZF’s 8HP 70 transmission. Both are eight-speed units.
The high performance XJR 575 is close, but Krieger would say little other than “The press release is imminent…”
The base model’s four-cylinder diesel officially uses 4.8L/100km in combined-cycle testing, helped in part by the ‘aluminiumintensive’ platform that keeps the kerb weight down to 1705kg for the lightest variant. Weight is capped at 1855kg for the V6 models. Jaguar claims that the new construction makes the Sportbrake both stronger and lighter than its predecessor, and weight is further reduced by adopting a polymer tailgate. The weight distribution will approach 50:50.
“Start of sales will be early quarter two, 2018,” Krieger told motoring.com.au last week. We’ll see I-PACE next year, in its production form, says Krieger. “I-PACE will be revealed next year… [as] the production version – and most likely towards the end of 2018 [on sale].”
Definitely ruled out for Australia, as we knew already, is the XE SV Project 8. “We were very interested, and put up our hands,” says Krieger, “but unfortunately the decision was taken that they would only do it in left-hand drive.” Prices for the XF Sportbrake range: R-Sport 20d 132kW Auto RWD – $90,400 R-Sport 25t 184kW Auto RWD – $91,400 S 30d 221kW Auto RWD – $123,450 S First Edition 30d 221kW Auto RWD – $137,300
At 4955mm in length, the new Sportbrake is 6mm shorter than the previous model, but the wheelbase is 51mm longer, at 2960mm. The wagon’s rear end will be supported by a self-levelling air suspension setup, which Jaguar claims will walk the line between sporty dynamic character and payload-carrying ability. Along with steering, transmission and throttle the suspension can be configured to suit individual tastes. Among the driver-assist technology on board there will be All Surface Progress Control and Adaptive Surface Response for driving on low-friction surfaces, and Tow Assist. Boasting luggage capacity of 565 litres, a panoramic sunroof measuring 1.6m², a towing capacity of 2000kg and a drag coefficient figure of 0.29Cd, the XF Sportbrake promises to
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Club Torque Jaguar Drivers Club of SA General Meeting 4th June 2017 Meeting opened by President Julian Lugg at 7:30pm Present: Recorded in the Attendance List. Apologies: Ron & Claire Palmer, Peter & Carmel Leaf-Milham, Doug & Sue Harrison, Arcadia Komaromi, Ray & Barbara Offe, Bill & Barb Mayman, Paul Moore Visitors: none. New members: none. Minutes of the Previous Meeting: the June 2017 General Meeting Minutes were printed in the Classic Marque and were accepted as an accurate record with no objections. Business Arising from Previous Minutes: none. Welfare reports: we are very saddened to hear of the passing of long time Club member Roy Malandain. --- and also of the passing of Club member Ben Adler. Condolences & our thoughts go out to the families & friends of both Roy and Ben. President’s Report European Vacation. Has been away in Berlin to see the Formula E racing (i.e., the electric race car series ‘version’ of Formula 1). Jaguar have a team in this exciting new race series where presently each team run with the same type of batteries, however the race rules will in time be relaxed to allow teams to race with their own batteries. He then went to Budapest to see a race in a series of a different kind, an amazing Red Bull Air Race. Conditional Registration. The JDCSA Executive will accept the new registration scheme as is (noting that it is no longer known as Historic Registration). In summary: (1) Statutory Declarations will be eliminated, but (2) an MR344 form will be required to verify membership of a car club, (3) vehicle inspections every 3 years will be eliminated, (4) log books will still be issued by the Club, (5) eligibility will now be on a rolling 30 years, (6) there will be no limit to car modifications but they must be roadworthy and road registered. Further details can be found on the JDCSA website and also in last month’s Classic Marque. Annual Dinner. Please consider joining us
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for a great evening at the Annual Dinner at 6:30pm on Sat 29 July 2017 at the Glenelg Golf Club. SA Jaguar Day. This year’s big Club day will be on Sunday 15 October 2017 at Brighton High School. Shitbox Rally. Congratulations to Geoff & Dane Wilden for their recent success in completing the extremely tough outback Rally (from Adelaide to Cairns) and for raising significant funds for the Cancer Council. JDCSA Patron. The Executive Committee is presently looking for a new Club patron. New Member’s Picnic. This is a new Club initiative to meet and welcome new members. Vice President’s Report Conditional Registration . Just to confirm there is now no such thing as ‘Historic Registration’. It is now officially called Club Registration --- and there are two requirements for eligibility, (1) the car must be registered, and (2) the car must have a Club Log Book. Conditional Registration celebration. Stephen Mulligan MP, Minister for Transport & Infrastructure, attended a gathering of classic & modified car owners at Football Park this past weekend to celebrate new & cheaper registration for classic and modified cars greater than 30 years old (with a new registration of $90 p.a. fee). More than 1,000 classic & modified cars were displayed at Football Park --- reflecting SA’s reputation for having the largest number of classic & modified cars over 30 years old per head of population anywhere in Australia (being a positive for related business & tourism in SA). Phil thanked the 15 JDCSA members who flew the flag for our Club. SA Jaguar Day. Please pass any ideas you may have for the day to the Executive Committee. It will be fantastic if everyone can bring their Jaguar(s) along (in any condition) to make this one of the Club’s best ever displays of Jaguars. Please remember that word of mouth is very important in helping to ensure the day is a great success.
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Cats ‘N Cans (to assist the Salvation Army) will be on again this coming Jaguar Day. By next meeting we will provide letters that can be taken to your preferred supermarket (by September at the latest) to collect vouchers to go shopping for appropriate food items to donate to the Salvation Army on Jaguar Day.
New Member’s Picnic --- to be held on Sun 16 July at Oaklands Wetlands Park. The objective is to encourage & involve new members in our Club. Secretary’s Report. Alan said it has been a quiet month, so nothing important to report. Treasurers’ Report Still compiling the 2016/17 accounts. The percentage of benefit to members from membership fees is approximately 73%, which is quite high compared to most other car clubs. Benefits include Classic Marque, calendars, Club Dinner, Register benefits of $3,000 p.a., Xmas events, Jaguar Day, Sporting events etc.. Always interested in any finance related ideas from members for cost savings and/or ideas for allocation of funds, etc.. ACJC Report Advised that the next ACJC meeting is on 20 August 2017. Tim will be replacing Peter as JDCSA’s ACJC representative. MSCA Report Barry advised there is a Mallala Sprint Series event on Sunday 16 July 2017. The organisers needed 6 volunteers but already has 3 --- so they are now looking for 3 volunteer flag marshalls from the JDCSA. Please see Barry if interested. Editor’s Report Classic Marque --- Dane will ensure it’s issued by the end of this week (as he is still catching up with work after being away). Classic Marque --- Dane said the next issue will contain a fact sheet on the new Conditional Registration (or Club Registration). Classic Marque --- Dane will also include a report on the Shitbox Rally. Classic Marque --- is often short on contributions, so please consider forwarding an article, for example (1) Register reports on Register Runs; (2) a story on your car’s history, details or an interesting drive etc.., (3) how you became interested in Jaguars. Classic Marque --- Phil said there are still 60 to 70 members receiving a hard copy of the Club’s magazine. It is estimated half could switch to digital and have been advised they will no longer receive a hard copy. Hard copies cost $60/member/year and so that equates to a Club saving of about $2,000 p.a. and that helps contain membership fees. However, the Club wants to make sure everyone has access to the Classic Marque and does not want to penalise anyone who cannot access the internet.
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Register Minutes Membership Secretary --- Bob (on behalf of Daphne) reported: Renewals have gone well and still happening. Membership forms & questions have been distributed. Annual Dinner invitations have been sent to 20 & 30 year members. Annual Dinner tickets for 29 July --- there are still some available. Tim & Daphne are reviewing the member database to ensure it is accurate before the data is moved to a new database platform (OurCarClub). Library Good selection of books & DVD’s here tonight. Jaguar magazines to give away tonight. Register Reports Compact: Tim said to keep an eye on Classic Marque for Register events coming up. XK, Mk7,8,9: Robin had no report for this month. E-Type, F-Type & GT: Alan advised the next meeting is on Thursday 20 July at his home at 58 Repton Road Somerton Park. SS & Daimler: Malcolm advised next meeting will be as usual. Multi Valve: Ron said the next meeting is on Tuesday 25 July at Peter & Heather’s home. XJ, 420G, MkX: Bob said the next meeting is Wednesday week (so presumably 12 July) at Shannons. General Business: Geoff T: the cut off date for the Annual Dinner is Friday 21.7.17 (to confirm the booking). Please phone Geoff, Daphne or Peter for tickets ASAP.
Leslie: said the Committee needs to know that some people have difficulty reading the electronic version of Classic Marque. Her husband is unable to read a computer screen and can only read a hard copy of the Classic Marque, so she is very upset with the Club’s request for more members to switch to a digital copy. National Rally Report To be hosted by JDCSA from 12 to 20 April 2018 Di reported that promotion via Facebook is happening the National Rally website is operational 2018 will celebrate the 70th anniversary of the XK120 sports car, and also the famous XK engine. Events Report 16.7.17 --- New Member’s Picnic 29.7.17 --- Annual Dinner 1.9.17 --- Old Car Day (meet at Feather’s Hotel car park at 10am for a very relaxed drive south). 8.9.17 --- last day for entry to Climb to the Eagle 8.9.17 --- last day for entry to Motorfest 24 – 30.9.17 --- Pre 1918 Veteran Vehicle Rally 24.9.17 --- Bay to Birdwood Run for Classics, post 1956 to pre 1981 13 – 15.10.17 --- Motorclassica in Melbourne (includes displays of all marques in the Exhibition Hall, with the feature marquee being Ferrari) 5.10.17 --- Jaguar Day at Brighton High School 3.11.17 --- Climb to the Eagle 7 – 10.12.17 --- Adelaide MotorSport Festival. Will include a Jaguar display (where owners of displayed cars must stay for the day). Presentation by Geoff & Dane Wilden on their participation in the 2017 Shitbox Rally in support of the SA Cancer Council
27.5.17 --- 239 entries left the Adelaide Parade grounds. The 239 entries had been placed into 39 ‘teams’ (where team members support each other). They were headed north through central Australia with a final destination in Cairns. More than 40 mechanics in support vehicle followed the entrants. Those in cars that don’t make the journey are awarded medallions that read ‘my car didn’t make it’. This year there were so many permanent breakdowns that they ran out these medallions. Even some of the support vehicles this year were forced to drop out due to mechanical failure , including a new Ford Ranger due to a failed engine. Dane & Geoff drove a 1988 Volvo 240GL Estate --- with JDCSA sponsorship banners and other supporter stickers over the car. They were only 30kms out of Adelaide when they had a flat tyre --- which naturally made them wonder if that was a bad omen for the 3,800km journey ahead (and for the return journey). However, the only other issue to follow was a shredded tyre on the Oodnadatta track. The corrugated outback roads played havoc with many of the entrants, but the Volvo performed well, although the tightness of front suspension components needed to be checked at the end of some or most days. Sometimes the suspension bolts were found to be just finger tight, so the regular checks were critically important for survival the next day. Many beautiful photos were shown of outback Australia, others showing some of the damaged cars, and others showing the different teams in fancy dress (as part of the variously themed days & nights, e.g., Trump night) and of the final traditional auction of
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cars in Cairns (as the cars are considered by that stage to be the property of the Cancer Council). Cars are generally auctioned off for say $25 to $1,500. So, ‘owners’ often buy their cars back (which raises more money for the Cancer Council).
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$1.66M was raised for the Cancer Council (including $6,100 by Dane & Geoff).
Broken Hill, November 10th, 11th and 12th. Staying at the Red Earth Motel. Ph. 80885694, for reservations.
The overnight stops on the journey were: Roxby Downs Oodnadatta Alice Springs Tobermorey Station (near the Qld & NT border) Burke & Wills Road House Einasleigh (just over the ranges from Cairns) Cairns The return journey for them seemed a lot longer than the trip north, so they both felt absolutely exhausted by the time they arrived home. Julian thanked Geoff & Dane very much for telling us about their particularly interesting adventure (that obviously required a lot of careful preparation). Julian thanked the E-Type, F-Type & GT Register for providing supper and for taking the meeting minutes.
Sat. 29th July, Club Presentation Dinner at the Glenelg Golf Course. Tickets $65 each. Available tonight. Booked two tables for XJ Register.
Motorfest. Trevor Norley advises a film night which could be fun. Sunday the 29th October – Dave Bicknell’s run to Clayton.
Chris Michaels Mk 10. Put new tyres on after 27 years. Old ones were starting to wear. Gary & Oggi MonradGot new leaper from Bob. Standing ovation by all. Properly fixed and now starts OK. Borys Potiuch Project now into it’s 7th month. Radiator goes in this week end. Oil in transmission and a new battery. Phil Prior
Sunday 15th October – Jag Day at Brighton High School. Club registration is now in force. NO inspections, NO stat decs required. XJ Dinner at German Club. Friday 1st December. Tickets selling now. Don’t forget, our November Register meeting – Auction night. Sept 21st is drive your old car day.
Daimler coupe going well. XJC going to the painter this week. Waiting to put it back together. Have bonnet chrome strip and leaper for sale. Full Ser. 2 boot and chrome for sale also.
Geoff & Margaret Thomas Went to West Lakes on Sunday, and refuelled.
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Noel & Carmel Trew Carmel has new 4 wheel drive – Toyota SUV.
Steve Attard Karman Ghia coming along nicely, going into paint shop. 420G on blocks.
Will Vanderwerf Thanks to those who attended Ben’s wake. White ser 3 Daimler for sale.
David Bicknell Gertie getting new thermostat housing. 420 at auto shop not fixed.X300 having new windscreen fitted.
All other members had nothing to report.
Meeting closed: 9:00pm.
XJ, 420G, MK X Register 12th July 2017
Present Steve Attard, Steve Arthur, David Bicknell, Robin & Roseanne Bullock, Walter Bullock, Warren Bullock, George Calvert, Bob & Daphne Charman, Ivan & Janine Cooke, Ray & Tylor Denton, Don Heartfield, Fay Leyton, Louis & Nella Marafiotti, Chris Michael, Gary & Oggi Monrad, Graeme & Betty Moore, Borys Potiuch, Phil Prior, Evan Spartalis, Geoff & Margaret Thomas, Noel & Carmel Trew, Will Vanderwerf Apologies Sue Prior, Darryl Leyton, Pete & Ros Holland,John & Claire Evans, Anne-Marie Pijanka, Ron & Rosie Bailey, Ray & Barb Offe, Paul & Irene Noakes. New Members The Register welcomed Ray Denton and his Daughter Tylor to the meeting. Also, was a new – old member, Don Heartfield after a few years absence. Previous Minutes Approved
Robin & Roseann Bullock. New walnut veneer installed. Did it myself, turned out brilliant.
Meeting closed at 8.30pm. Next meeting: Wednesday 9th August 2017, At Shannon’s, 863 South Road, Clarence Gardens at 7.30pm. All welcome.
Warren Bullock Ser 3 on drugs?? George Calvert Nothing, it’s too cold at the moment. Bob & Daphne Charman Took Big Red to Claire for run. Beautiful. Ben Adler’s old XJ now in the garage and going great. Ray Denton
XJ needs a new wiper motor. Evan’s got one. Car done 87k’s still needs a few things doing to it.
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Don Heartfield XJ Ser 3. Drives every day. Was in shed for 8 years, new battery and away she goes. Fay Leyton
Took the Sovereign to Claire with Bob and Daff. All good.
Louis Marafiotti XJ8 will not lock.
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An important message from your committee... The Executive Committee has been pondering on a number of issues recently around the direction the club should be taking into the future, how it should get there, and what key values are important to the members (and therefore the club) as a whole. The comments below represent a draft of the thinking so far, and before we ventured further we wanted to share this and seek comments from you, our membership. The issues are broken up into a) Why do we exist?, and b) How do we do this? Once we have considered all the comments from members, the committee will publish the completed document. This will provide the current and future committees with a “blue print” or “management plan" of how we should operate, plan our finances, plan/arrange events and activities, and most importantly, how we communicate and provide value for our members. The responses we are seeking relate to the following questions: 1) Is the "Why do we exist" seem consistent with your perception of being a member of JDCSA? 2) Is there anything else in "Why do we exist" that you believe is missing? 3) Is the “How we do this” complete? Are there more issues at a strategic level we should consider? Please forward any responses via email to Tim White: casuti3@bigpond.com Regards, Tim White Treasurer On behalf of the Committee
Why do we exist? LINE amongst owners.” “To perpetuate the Jaguar MarqueTHE and toBOTTOM promote enthusiasm The value of the “Why do we exist” statement can be enhanced by understanding the thinking and discussion behind the key words in the above statement. Continued overleaf... The Official Monthly Magazine of the Jaguar Drivers Club of South Australia
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An important message from your committee... From page 13...
Perpetuate: It is accepted that keeping the Jaguar brand alive across all its models since inception is one of the key aims of the club. Jaguar Marque: All makes and models since inception are included in the name “Jaguar Marque”. e.g. Swallow, SS, Jaguar, Daimler, Lanchester. Promote: This implies that the club and all its members continually strive to improve the understanding and appreciation of the “Jaguar Marque”. Further, this promotion means culturally that the members support its aims and that all the aspects detailed in “How we do this” and are positively embraced. Enthusiasm: To achieve the critical aims of the club it relies on its members who are volunteers to support the club enthusiastically ensuring forward movement within and by the club as a whole. Owners: Whilst there will always be an owner(s) of a “Jaguar Marque”, this term is inclusive of the entire membership of the club. i.e. owners, spouses/partners, siblings, extended family. This is consistent with the Family membership category of the constitution (Clause 6.2(ii)).
How do we do this?
Promote the “Jaguar Marque” through displays, public exhibitions and other Club activities.
Encourage regular Club activities; which may include social events, register meetings, touring, sporting, Concours d'Elégance, and provide technical information and assistance.
Hold regular meetings of Club members to cater for their various needs and interests.
Encourage road safety and courtesy.
Regularly communicate to (and from) members through a variety of mediums.
Encourage the vitality of membership through having the widest possible diversity in members: e.g. age, vocation, experience, longevity of membership.
Encourage active participation by members where possible. This being the essence of how, as a club, we ensure members receive the best possible value from their membership.
Be open to all possible alliances with other like-minded clubs, if it ensures perpetuation of THE BOTTOM LINE the “Jaguar Marque”.
The Club shall be a “Not for Profit” organisation.
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the E-PACE is as venerable off-road as it is on.
Dane Wilden Classic Marque with Jaguar Media Press Office
The new model is set to be bristling with the latest technology offered by the brand; the E-PACE has a range of up to three new visual interfaces. Most dominant is the new 10-inch Touch Pro tablet, which allows you to touch, pinch, zoom and scroll through all your contacts, music, vehicle and navigation options. Meanwhile, non-traditionalists can opt to have their analogue instruments replaced with a digital screen – a 12.3-inch, fully-configurable TFT panel. The third option is Jaguar’s most advanced Head-Up Display, a TFT-powered, LED-illuminated, full-colour widescreen system capable of displaying more information with greater clarity directly in the driver’s line of sight.
Literally leaping into the record books at its world debut (front cover), Jaguar’s new E-PACE represents entry into a new and burgeoning market for the brand; that of the compact SUV. The E-PACE is the fourth, all-new Jaguar in as many years and the most potent expression yet of rediscovered Jaguar relevance in the 21st century. “Oh, it’s got an attitude to it all right!” says Design Director Ian Callum of the new E-PACE, the most playful car in Jaguar’s 81year history, in many ways its most bold yet. “That’s exactly how I wanted it; a balance of masculinity and femininity; not too genteel and certainly sensuous; muscular and curvaceous at the same time. That perfect Jaguar balance.” E-PACE brings an uncommon sense of expressiveness to the compact SUV market. Put simply, it is a much more evolved design; simultaneously more clever and more beautiful than is typical in the segment. If it looks like a Jaguar, it should drive like a Jaguar. The E-PACE won’t disappoint anyone here – it’s a Jaguar to its very core. Riding on an architecture and technology developed specially for a car of its size, proportion and purpose, its Integral Link rear suspension is shared with Jaguar’s range of award-winning saloon cars and F-PACE, reworked only to make it more compact still. That means more space inside and more space for the wheels to travel outside. The E-PACE is a compact SUV in more than just name.
From wheel-centre to wheel-centre the E-PACE measures 2,681mm, a fact that, in combination with the compact Integral Link rear suspension, means passengers in the rear will get a real sense of light and space, with more rear legroom than some larger SUVs. There’s another 10 litres of space in the glovebox and almost the same in the two front door bins. In the boot there’s 577 litres of luggage space, or the equivalent of six carry-on cases with the rear seats in place. Fold them down and the space more than triples to 1,234 litres. Fold the narrower of the 40:60 split seats and there’s room for 1.6-metre-long objects as well as two passengers. It is clear that from the outset, the E-PACE was designed with versatility at the forefront of its existence. The E-PACE will be the newest addition to Jaguar’s PACE family; a range of vehicles that combine performance with practicality. The F-PACE performance SUV pioneered the brand into the SUV segment and has led the transformational sales charge for Jaguar, becoming its fastest-selling model to date. The Jaguar I-PACE Concept is the company’s first all-electric performance SUV and previews the production vehicle that will hit the road in 2018. The E-PACE compact performance SUV delivers Jaguar’s trademark driving DNA, a design language that’s inspired by its sports car range with the space and practicality of the PACE family. The E-PACE will be released to the Australian market in the coming months. Classic Marque will feature an in-depth report of the E-PACE upon its domestic release.
All-wheel-drive E-PACE models come with a choice of Jaguar’s new Active Driveline AWD system allowing them to be driven like any rear-wheel-drive Jaguar. In steady driving it disengages, meaning drive is supplied to the front wheels only, eradicating friction losses and boosting fuel efficiency. Re-coupling occurs in just 300 milliseconds.
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Jaguar Land Rover’s highly-automated All Surface Progress Control – effectively launch and cruise control for less-than-ideal surfaces – is also available, as is brake-activated torque vectoring helping to maximise grip off-road and enhance stability in fast cornering when you’re back on the highway. Such features ensure
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NOTICE OF MEETING The Annual General Meeting of the Jaguar Drivers Club of SA Inc. will be held Immediately following the September General Meeting On Tuesday 5th September 2017 at 7:30 pm At The Police Club 27 Carrington St, Adelaide, SA 5000 AGENDA 1.
MEETING OPEN
2.
PRESENT
3.
APOLOGIES
4.
APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MINUTES: 6/9/2016
5.
BUSINESS ARISING
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT
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VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT
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SECRETARY’S REPORT
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TREASURER’S REPORT
10. MEMBERSHIP REPORT 11. ELECTION OF OFFICERS 12. REGISTER SECRETARIES 13. ANY OTHER BUSINESS 14. MEETING CLOSE 15 . NEXT MEETING
THE BOTTOM LINE Like to see the full video of the E-PACE’s recordbreaking barrel roll at its world debut? Check it out here!
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THE BOTTOM LINE Impressed by the barrel roll stunt? Take a look at the behindthe-scenes video of the months of preparation and practice it took stunt drivers and engineers to perfect the jump.
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New Members Picnic – Sunday 16th July (that ended up a “New Members Lunch” at the Pub!)
Words: Phil Prior
Well, we had good intentions, with a picnic in the park organised for new members who have joined the club in the past 6 months. Getting a good day for it in July was always a big ask in Adelaide; however, the alternative wet weather arrangements kicked in and we met at the Cremorne Hotel in Unley. It was great to have 24 new members join with members of the club’s Executive Committee, making a total of 34 people enjoying a meal together at the hotel. It was good to meet new members and get to know each other, and share our common interest in all things Jaguar, as well as outlining a little on how the club works with its Register Groups. Bob and Daphne Charman arrived late - I suspect the grand (late) entry was to draw attention to and celebrate the fact that it was Daphne’s birthday. We will not disclose Daphne’s age out of respect for the elderly - needless to say the three score and ten is just round the corner. The prize for the most adventurous meal goes to Malcolm Adamson who devoured what looked like a whole leg of pork. Malcolm was last to be served, and when his meal arrived it was obvious why. Well done Malcolm - no doubt it was worth waiting for! So a big thank you to those new members who came along, We hope you find it a little easier to fit in and get to know everyone as a result of our lunch together.
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The Ed.’s Inbox
(Top left, above): A couple of laughs from Phil Prior - “No, they’re not for sale - I’ll get around to restoring them one day!” How many times have we heard that before?
I still can’t get over that amazing E-PACE barrel-roll (front cover, pg 15, 16, and 17)! I found some phenomenal numbers behind the stunt... 756 hours of computer simulation time. 10 millimetre margin of error. 33 barrel roll tests. 15 metre jump. 5.5Gs of force exerted on driver. 42 mph take-off speed. 270° rotation in 1.5 seconds.
THE BOTTOM LINE Left: Don’t forget, Bay to Birdwood entries are closing soon! Bob Charman recounts the time he and Daff got lost along the way, driving what appears to be a gorgeous SS... The Official Monthly Magazine of the Jaguar Drivers Club of South Australia
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Drive Your Classic Car Day Members of the JDCSA have been invited to join members of the Stag Owners Club, Bristol Owners Club, Armstrong Siddeley Club and other interested parties to take part in a run on FRIDAY 1st SEPTEMBER to welcome the first day of spring and to use as many of our classic cars as possible to promote interest in the classic car movement within the wider community. This will be the fourth year our club has participated. Participants will meet at 10:00am in the Feathers Hotel car park for coffee in the cafe, before departure. The car park entrance is off Greenhill Road. A run sheet and briefing will be provided during the morning tea period, followed by a mystery tour down south. The lunch venue is to be in the Meadows/Echunga area with an anticipated arrival time of 12:30pm. If you would like to join this run, please let Peter Holland know at pholland@senet.com.au or by BOTTOM LINEnumbers attending are required for phoning 8271 0048 (leave a messageTHE if no answer) Approximate the food stops.
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Club Calendar Tuesday 1 7.30pm Wednesday 9 7:30pm
JDCSA General Meeting— Police Association Building, Carrington Street, Adelaide. XJ, Mk10 & 420G Register Meeting—Shannons Clubrooms, 663 South Rd, Clarence Park.
August
Contact: Bob Charman T: (08) 8248 4111 Sunday 13 11:30am - 1:30pm
Compact Register Meeting - The venue is the McLaren Vale Hotel, 208 Main Rd, McLaren Vale SA 5171 (12.30pm booking) We will meet at the Victoria Hotel (Top of Taps) on Main South Road from 11.30 with a 12 noon leave time . RSVP to Tim White via email.
Tuesday 15 7:30pm Thursday 17 7.30pm Wednesday 23
Committee Meeting—VIP Home Services Board Room, Cnr Marion Rd and Sir Donald Bradman Drive. E Type, F Type & GT Register Meeting Contact: Alan Baker M: 0429 097 729
E: etype@jdcsa.com.au
SS and Daimler Register Meeting Contact: Malcolm Adamson T: (08) 82783002 E: daimlerss@jdcsa.com.au
Tuesday 29
Deadline for Classic Marque submissions Editor: Dane Wilden M: 0431 058 951 E: dwilden@adam.com.au
If you have internet access and currently receive CLASSIC MARQUE by post, please switch to email delivery by sending an email to the Editor now! dwilden@adam.com.au Make the CHANGE
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Club Notices GENERAL MEETING ROSTER 2017 Aug
Mk1, 2, 420 & S Type (Compact) Register
Sep
SS & Daimler Register
Oct
XK, MK 7, 8, 9 Register
Nov
Multivalve Register
Dec
Special Christmas Meeting
Register Meetings are held as follows: Mk 1,2 & 420 & S Type (Compact) - Second Tuesday of every even calendar month
E-Type, F-Type & Grand Tourer - Third Thursday of each month
E-Type F-Type & Grand Tourer Register
Duty Register is required to arrive at 7pm and ensure the room is ready for 7.30pm Multivalve - Fourth Tuesday of each odd calendar month. MEMBERSHIP
APPLICATIONS
The following applications for membership have been lodged with the Membership Secretary and are listed in accordance with clause 6 (B-C) of the Constitution. If there are no objections, membership will be ratified one month from this August, 2017 magazine: Richard & Margaret Bastian Brian Rohan Robin & Barbara Turner Raymond Denton Robert Highman Bruce Taylor Jo Marshall & John Blankley David & Angela Nicklin John & Robyn Whittaker
1974 Jaguar XJ6 4.2L Sedan 1985 Jaguar XJS 5.4L Coupe 2009 Jaguar XKR Convertible 1977 Jaguar XJC 4.2L Coupe 1981 Jaguar XJ6 4.2L Sedan 1974 Jaguar XJ6L 4.2L Sedan 1985 Ford XF 4.1L Utility 1967 Jaguar S-Type 3.8L 1972 Jaguar XJ6 4.2L Sedan 1926 Lanchester 23Hp 4L Tourer 1969 Jaguar XKE 4.2L Coupe 1998 Land Rover Discovery 2.5L TDI 2015 Range Rover Sport 3L TDI
SS & Daimler - Last Wednesday of each month
XJ, Mk 10 & 420G - Second Wednesday of each month
The following applications listed in the June 2017 Classic Marque magazine have been accepted: John & Joe Razzano
1970 Jaguar E-Type 4.2L FHC
THE BOTTOM LINE XK, Mk 7, 8 & 9 - First Wednesday
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 to make these new members welcome at meetings and functions.
of each month
Daphne Charman Membership Secretary.
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Jaguar Classifieds
FOR SALE 1999 Jaguar XK8
FOR SALE 1975 Jaguar XJ6 L All original, in great condition. Owned for 36 years, second owner. Adelaide car all its life, all original books. Regularly serviced, head removed and updated for current fuel. All chrome in great condition. $8,000 ono
Michael Erwin 0414 278 112 erwinm@tpg.com.au
Powered by a 216kW 4.0 litre V8 engine! RARE black duco, 160,000km. Always garaged. Runs perfectly, all books and service history. Listed online on Carsales.
REDUCED TO SELL - $31,500 Tony Covassi 0411 736 187
THE BOTTOM LINE Next month marks 25 years since the release of the XJ220. Take a look at Wheels Magazine’s retrospective here.
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