December 2016
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Club Directory Management Committee
Club Services
Register Secretaries
President
Technical Officer Geoff Mockford (08) 8362 5997 / 0438 768 770 Regalia Librarian Tom Brindle (08) 8387 0051 Log Books David Burton 0417 566 225 davidb716@gmail.com
XK, MK 7,8,9 Robin Ide Mobile: 0428 816 678 rdide@tpg.com.au
Julian Lugg Mobile: 0417 882 930 president@jdcsa.com.au Vice President Phone:
Philip Prior (08) 8276 6136 Mobile: 0402 670 654 philipprior@bigpond.com Treasurer
Tim White Mobile: 0419 809 021 treasurer@jdcsa.com.au
Inspectors— Historic Registration
Secretary
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 Noel Orford 08 82772717
Alan Bartram Mobile: 0418 818 950 adbartram@bigpond.com Editor Classic Marque Dane Wilden Mobile: 0431 058 951 dwilden@adam.com.au Membership Secretary Daphne Charman Phone: (08) 8248 4111 Mobile: 0404 999 200 membership@jdcsa.com.au Events Coordinator Arcadia & Jim Komaromi Mobile: 0421 185 168 jimkom@adam.com.au Web Editor
Tom Herraman 0423 214 644 info@jdcsa.com.au Mobile:
Club Web Site www.jdcsa.com.au Club Postal Address PO Box 6020 Halifax Street Adelaide SA 5000
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
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Cover Story The first produced of the four Works prepared 1959 Mk1 Jaguar competition cars. Fully restored and looking magnificent. More on page 20.
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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t is with great sadness to the whole club to report that Noel Orford has passed away.
Noel was a much loved club member who was a true gentleman. We wish Jo, family and friends our sincere condolences. The Adelaide Motorsport Festival appears to have been a great success and I thank Di Adamson for coordinating the Jaguar display where we had a great range of vehicles on display on both days. I think the club members who participated had a great time and we also had some membership enquiries. There was an incredible
The Presidents Rap range of exotic motor vehicles on display and competing in a range of events. The other recent event where we had a Jaguar display was at All Steamed Up at Mannum. As well as the displays of steam powered equipment, classic cars and motorbikes, paddle steamers, and wooden boats, we also saw two racing boats being demonstrated on the river. One of these was the Ray Loffler boat powered by a Jaguar engine recently seen at our SA Jag Day. There is also a Jaguar display planned for All Euro Day on 27th November at Wigley Reserve.
I thank all those club members who put their vehicles on display in various events to promote the club and the Marque. The Christmas general meeting is a social event coordinated by the XJ Register with some great entertainment planned. I wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas and new year. Our next general meeting will be on the first Tuesday in February (no January general meeting).
Julian Lugg
Tuesday 6 December 2016 Club Christmas Meeting Police Association Building, Carrington Street Adelaide SA
Most of the formalities of the normal monthly meeting will be dispensed with in order to spend time socialising and enjoying an evening together. The opportunity exists to enjoy a meal from 6.00pm. An enjoyable evening of entertainment will follow at 7.30pm. provided by the XJ, Mk 10, 420G Register, followed by supper.
Geoff Mockford—JDCSA Technical Officer
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ell, this is the end of an era for me. Having filled the role of Editor of this magazine, Classic Marque, for five years it is time to hand over that responsibility to Dane Wilden, who will produce the next edition in January 2017. I have thoroughly enjoyed the task of putting together the magazine each month. It has always been my aim to make the magazine an interesting and informative read with a mixture of club news and Jaguar news including interesting stories from Jaguar’s colourful past. It has always been great to have the contributions from members telling their Jaguar stories and the many reports and photos from Register outings and other club outings.
Editor’s ColI know I will miss this job and some months I will sit in front of the computer wishing I was editing the magazine. But we must move on and it is time for Dane to apply his youthful enthusiasm to the task and take this magazine to the next level, whatever that might be. It will mean changes as Dane brings his own ideas and flavour to the Editors desk and we look forward to that. Please give your support to Dane. Keep the articles, photos, reports and stories of your latest Jaguar exploits rolling in. Dane will appreciate that support and it is essential if the magazine is to continue to represent the interests of members of our club. On a different note it was very
pleasing to have our club well represented at “All Euro Day” on Sunday 27th November at Wiggley Reserve Glenelg. (10 Jaguar and Daimler cars present) The aim is to encourage participation in this event and others like it to promote our club and the marque to a wider and younger group of car enthusiasts. It was a good day and we should do more of it. Last of all I want to wish all members a very happy Christmas and a most rewarding New Year in 2017 and remember - Jaguars were born to be driven regularly. Philip Prior Editor (Emeritus)
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Club Torque Minutes of the General Meeting of The Jaguar Drivers” Club of South Australia held at the Police Club on Tuesday, 1st November, 2016. Opening: The President, Julian Lugg, welcomed everyone and declared the meeting open. Present: Members present as per signatures in sheets at the door.
Apologies: Pete & Kath Taylor, Bob Kretschmer, Bruce & Ann Fletcher, Bill Jones, Roger & Di Adamson, Sue Prior, Ray & Barb Offey, Noel Orford, Sue & Doug Harrison. Minutes: The minutes of the previous meeting were taken as read and it was proposed and seconded that they be accept as a correct record. Welfare Report: Some members have been on the sick list over the past few weeks and our best wishes are extended to them all. Business Arising: S.A. Jag Day There were over 60 cars present on the Parade Grounds and considering the weather conditions, it was probably an acceptable number. Julian invited feedback from members as to the venue and whether improvements could be made (apart from the weather, obviously) to assist the committee for 2017. Julian was pleased with the help offered on the day from the Jag Day Committee as well as members who took the plunge and came along. It was suggested by the committee that shelving in the lock up may assist in selecting what is required for Jag Day and what other items are used for general outings Calendar: More photos are required to complete the 2017 calendar. Please forward the photos direct to Di Adamson.
General Meeting Minutes President’s Report: The President asked members for their priorities to assist in the future running of the club, particularly with regard to engaging more people to share in the activities of the Club. How do we attract younger members to our Club as they are the future of the Cub. The data base is being improved to include computer systems for membership and finance. A cruise night event was suggested for the summer months. Vice President: Phil reported that a Car and Coffee morning is held at the Woolworths car park at Blackwood on the last Sunday each month – 8 a.m. to 10 a,m.. Also on the first Sunday each month at Golden Grove, both events are casual. No bookings necessary. The Treasurer and Log book Secretary are looking into the possibility of two log book days, perhaps at a picnic spot. Members will be kept advised. The guest speaker for the February, 2017 meeting is the owner of Richmonds – a new outlet for classic and collectable cars. The 2017 National Rally is to be held at Port Stevens. Secretary’s Report: Minutes from the Federation indicate the review of the registration scheme is still being looked at, as are other matters such as seat belts exemptions. Log books must be more specific as to destinations. Arcadia & Jim Komaromi will up date the events calander but the information must be sent to BOTTOM LINE them.THE Entries for All British Day close th on 15 November. The McLaren Vale Festival is on 1st & 2nd April, 2017.
David Seidel, an original club member, is selling his XJ8 for $8,000.
Treasurer’s Report: no report.
Membership Report: there was no report.
Daphne said
Editor: Phil said no report – getting close to his last magazine when Dane Wilden will take over the reins. Log Book: David Burton said there was no report. ACJC: Would members who have attended any of the past National Rallies please give their experiences and funny things that went on to Peter Holland. National Rally 2018: No report from Di as she was an apology for this meeting but it was reported that it was being arrange around four days in the Barossa and four days at Victor Harbor and to include the McLaren Vale Vintage Classic Festival in April. Events Report: Jim reported that Classic Marque has details. The climb to the Eagle is getting close. 11th November 2016.. All British Day. February 12th, 2017 Adelaide Motor Sports Festival. 19th and 20th November, 201 All Euro Day at Wigley Reserve – meeting at K. Mart, Kurralta Park at 9.30 a.m. Sunday, November 27th Register Secretaries will soon be able to add their activities to the Events Calander themselves. Registers: Compact – Tim – no report. XJ - Bob – Sporting outing at Lobethal for a slot car event. - Next Register meeting 9th November, is an auction night.
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Letters to the Editor
Moonta show and shine on 12th March, 2017. Multi Valve - Run to Langhorne’s Creek 13th Nov. E, F & GT - No report. SS
- Malcolm – no report.
XK, Mk 7,8,9 – National XK rally in Canberra first week in December. Regalia: No report. MSCA: Barry reported all events finished for year. Waiting for Clem Smith to make a decision on Mallala. Library: Tom asked people to take magazines as he did not want to take them home. Other books and DVD’s available. Guest Speakers: Geoff and Dane Wilden showed the plan for the 2017 “Shit Box” Rally in their Volvo Station wagon The President thanked the SS Register for the supper and taking theminutes and then closed the meeting.
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THE BOTTOM LINE An interview with Ian Cummins on his move to Tasmania The town of Ross has become the home for car and model collector Ian Cummins, he just had to build a new shed to house the entire collection.
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Noel Victor Orford 1948-2016
Ian Thomas Cummins 1938- 2016
It is with great sadness that the Jaguar Drivers Club records the recent passing of our greatly loved and respected member, Noel Orford. He battled his cancer with great strength and dignity and never, at any time, complained or allowed his illness to prevent him from enjoying the company of his Jaguar and Daimler friends. Noel was born in Goulbourn in 1948. He always wanted to be a motor mechanic and started his apprenticeship with Ralph Long’s motor garage in Bowral. He moved to Adelaide in 1969 and amongst other places of employment worked at Fairway Ford, eventually opening up The Mitcham Motor Garage at Mitcham. Noel and Jo joined the Club over twenty years ago and very quickly became active members, always willing to help out with organising or assisting with Club activities, often without being asked or expecting any recognition in return. They were often seen on Club outings in their magnificent Daimler 2.5 litre V8, which Noel meticulously restored and maintained in perfect condition. In more recent times he discovered the power of his immaculate XKR drophead---a car which became a favourite for touring. However, Noel will be most remembered for being everyone’s friend. He was quiet by nature, but never missed out on the various conversations around the Club and would join in, unobtrusively adding his ideas, with a touch of humour. It was the latter which was one of his greatest assets as he could produce the perfect one-liner at the most appropriate moment, which would guarantee a good laugh. This was always done with a straight face and a twinkle in his eye, as he knew he had hit the mark. There is nothing more that Noel enjoyed more than being in the company of his friends, with lively conversation, a glass of good red and good food. His greatest strength was that he saw the best in everybody and never had an unkind word to say about those around him.
It is with great sadness that we heard the news of the sudden passing on November 5 of the legendary Ian 'Cummo' Cummins. On returning home to Tasmania from an overseas trip to the US Ian collapsed during a family gathering organised to welcome Ian and Judith home. It is clear that Ian was a much loved and valued member of the Australian Jaguar community and a true gentleman who was always ready to chat especially if it was Jaguar related. So many in the Jaguar community could testify to his willingness to held and assist them. Ian owned many Jaguar cars, including S.S. Jaguar 100s, an Austin Swallow, XK120s, E-Types, XJ-R X300. His contribution to the Jaguar community included his careful and exacting restorations and reproductions of iconic Jaguar models. These included the restoration of C-Type XKC037 and D-Type XKD510. He also built a number of perfect replica D-Types some of which are being raced around the world to this day
The Jaguar family in Australia, and many other friends around the world will be saddened with Ian's sudden departure, and his warm friendship will be missed by so many. We pass our deepest condolences to Ian’s family and close friends - plus all of those who knew him well.
Much could be said about Noel’s life journey, but it is best to let those stories and memories come to life during our conversations and reminiscences. His interests THE BOTTOM were wide, and he was known by many through his work, his golf, his other hobby interests, his family and friends in addition to our own Club. The respect and praise is unanimous throughout these many facets of his life.
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Our sympathies go out to Jo and his family and his memory and great friendship will remain with us forever.
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Member’s Pride From a Holden 48/215 to a 2001 Jaguar XKR . . (Reprinted from Classic Marque , August 2015) I grew up in country NSW, in the Southern Highlands. Bowral, Mittagong, Moss Vale and Robertson is a fairly wet area, some parts have 1000mm of rainfall a year. Being wet and a dairy farming area the roads to properties were very average, goat tracks in some cases. Any prestige car seen in town, such as Jaguars, Daimlers and Rolls Royce's were driven by people from Sydney who had holiday homes in the country. The locals drove Holdens and Fords. I always admired the shape, interiors and mechanics of the Jaguars and Daimler cars as I served my apprenticeship as a motor mechanic on Rootes Group vehicles and then Ford and would occasionally see Jags etc. in town.
My first purchase was a Holden 48/215, followed by a modified Morris 1000, a Holden FE, then a Holden FC Panel Van. I arrived in Adelaide on a working holiday, and in 1969 married Josephine and stayed here! I purchased the Daimler V8 in 1990. It was in fairly average condition, having been used as an everyday car. I had previously restored a 1928 Essex Roadster which I had bought in 1972. So I was ;looking for a new challenge. The Daimler had been sold in England in November 1964 and registered in early 1965 to E.J. Jobson Ltd. Surrey. I don’t know when it came to Australia, it was owned by a family who lived in Blackwood. They kept the original books when they sold the car to J.R. Harris from Banksia Park.
The Daimler had done 78,000 miles when I bought it from him, and I was given the books at an All British Day soon after. Over time I restored it to be ready for Geoff and Marg Thomas’ daughter Angela’s wedding, and our own daughter’s weddings. Friends children’s weddings followed. It has been a terrific car, travelled to Sydney, Wollongong, Melbourne and around Victoria and South Australia.
Last year we decided that something a little more comfortable for long trips would be nice, you know, air -conditioning, power-steering etc., so we sold an MG we owned and bought a 2001 XKR convertible from a doctor who lived in St. Peters. Emerald green, 41,500 kms. I have had to do a few repairs to it. Hydraulic roof hoses, suspension bushes, with timing chain tensioners and water pump yet to do. It has been on a trip to the Mornington Peninsular and to the Tasmanian National Jaguar Rally and post rally tour. Not a problem, terrific on the highway, power to burn, fuel consumption very good. We are really impressed with the car and look forward to future Jag outings.
By Noel Orford
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ADELAIDE MOTORSPORT FESTIVAL
THE BOTTOM LINE New Jaguar I-Pace: electric SUV concept revealed at LA Motor Show Jaguar’s first all-electric production car, the I-Pace SUV, will go on sale in 2018 and has been previewed by the Jaguar I-Pace Concept at this week’s 2016 LA Motor Show.
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FUN with photos
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Jaguar National Rally 2017 24th March—27th March 2017
REGISTER NOW http://www.jaguarnationalrally2017.org.au/
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All Steamed Up at Mannum
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Club Calendar DECEMBER
Friday 2 Tuesday 6 7.30pm Wednesday 14 7.30pm Thursday 15
XJ Register Christmas Dinner at the German Club JDCSA General Meeting—Police Association Building Carrington Street Adelaide. CHRISTMAS MEETING Organised by XJ Register XJ, Mk 10 and 420G Register Meeting—Shannons Rooms, South Road Clarence Park SA. Contact: Bob Charman P: (08) 8248 4111 E: charman@bigpond.net.au E Type, F Type & GT Register Meeting
7.30pm
Contact: Alan Baker M: 0429 097 729 E: etype@jdcsa.com.au
Tuesday 20
Executive Committee Meeting—VIP Building, Sir Donald Bradman Drive
7.00pm Wednesday 21
XK, MK VII, VIII & IX Register Meeting Contact: Robin Ide M: 0428 816 678
rdide@tpg.com.au
NOTICE: First General Meeting for JDCSA in 2017 will be Tuesday 7th February . Police Association Building Carrington Street Adelaide.
THE BOTTOM LINE Jaguar XKSS Supercar: The 1957 Steve McQueen Legend, Reborn Jaguar’s new supercar has been 60 years in the making. Don’t expect paddle shift, ABS, or even the luxury of electric windows—as well as a vintage look, the XKSS has vintage features to boot.
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Register Minutes SS, Mk 1V & Mk V Register Minutes of meeting Held at the home of Jean & Jack Richardson Wed 26 October 2016 PRESENT: Bruce Fletcher, John Lewis, Ross Rasmus, Malcolm Adamson & Jack Richardson APOLOGIES: Bob Lynch, Les Stewart, Ross Gogler, Bill Everett, David Adamson. Brenton Hobbs, Bob Kretschmer and Des Brown. 1. REPORT ON THE COMBINED STATES BORDER RUN 2016 to ORANGE: 16th – 19 Sept. Malcom Adamson the only JDC member to attend reports
Valley.
WET… WET …WET…WET……..
3.Report on the SA Jag Day
As you may recall Orange / Forbs area had a lot of rain which caused flooding across roads, Flooded areas were well controlled by traffic marshals. The water was flowing across roads up to 200mm deep, Malcom says that he was not worried about the fast flowing water across the road as he was in his Jaguar mark IV which has wire wheels. The rain may have forced the cancellation of some events but it was still an enjoyable weekend. Everyone was issued with a plastic number plate, to attach to the cars for Sunday’s display day. Malcom has an unused one as the public display was cancelled. The trip home was changed because some of the roads being impassable. Peter Mott and John Caskey from the JCCC travelled with Malcom, they reported no mechanical problems. Malcom is to provide a full report. 2. GENERAL BUSINESS: 1. Reminder that it is the SS Register’s turn to provide supper for the main meeting next Tuesday.
2 Malcolm Adamson advised that the Annual Jaguar Rally 2018 could include trips to Victor Harbour and the Barossa
to transport divers. 19-20 November 2016
WET WET WET
8. January meeting at Sellicks to be held on 22 Jan 2017.
Many brave and dedicated members took their car to the Torrens Parade ground.
9. Malcom tabled “SA Life “ magazine covering Carl Lindner.
Including Bruce Fletcher MarkIV and Malcom’s Mark IV DHC which would not have dried out from the Orange NSW trip.
10. Could members unable to attend Register meetings please notify the host. As it is not fair that those attending have to eat the remaining food, not to forget the added expense.
Graham and Dorothy Butler from the JCCC displayed his green MarkV.
4. TECHNICAL & PARTS:
Ross Rasmus felt it was too wet for his Mark V DHC, so attended in early S type. Jack Richardson also left his Mark V in the shed and attended in his XJ, accompanied by Margaret Evans. 4.It is the South Australia SS Register’s turn to organise 2018 Border Run with the Victorians. we are open for suggested venues, possibly Victor Harbor or the Barossa Valley. Planning needs to happen. 5. At the Jag day Malcom Adamson was approached by the daughter THE BOTTOM LINE of a previous member Graham Linnett who recently passed away, for help and direction to put together her father’s Jaguar mark IV. 6. All British Day applications closing 15 November 2016. 7. Motor fest rally requiring open cars
1 Problem fitting rubber for S Type rear quarter window. 2. Bruce requires 9/16 BSF die nut. 3. Bruce explained boot locking mechanical operation on the SS Airline. 5. SS REGISTER MEETING DATES: Last Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm November 30
Des Brown
December
No meeting
Meeting closed at 9.30 pm. Thank you Jack and Jean for hosting the meeting & supper. Minute Distribution: Email; Bruce Fletcher, Philip Prior, Ross Rasmus, John Lewis, Ross Gogler, Malcolm Adamson, Brenton Hobbs, Jack Richardson, Des Brown, Rosemary Hill-Ling, Bob Lynch, Bob Kretschmer,
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David Adamson, Bill Everett, Sue Harrison. Post; Margaret Evans. Ross Rasmus for Bob Kretschmer who is sunning himself in Tasmania
Minutes of the XJ, Mk 10 & 420G Register Meeting held at Shannon’s, South Rd, Clarence Gardens on 9th November, 2016. Present Philip Adams, Ben Adler, Steve Attard, Ron & Rosie Bailey, John & Liz Beevor, David Bicknell, Tom & Marj Brindle, Robin & Roseanne Bullock, Walter & Beryl Bullock, George Calvert, Bob & Daphne Charman, Ivan Cook, Alan & Lurraine Davis, Jeannie De young, John & Claire Evans, Peter & Ros Holland, Darryl & Fay Leyton, Louis & Nella Marafiotti, Gary Monrad & Oggi, Graeme & Betty Moore, Paul & Janice Moore, Trevor Norley, Ray & Barb Offe, Borys Potiuch, Phil Prior, Ian & Jenny Rowley, Evan & Andrea Spartalis, Geoff & Margaret Thomas, Merv Tucker, Don Tyrrell & Kathy Tyrrell.
Apologies Sue Prior, Dennis Paech.
Classic Sunday 2nd April. 2017
Previous Minutes Approved
Victor Harbour Classic – May 2017.
General Business Our Xmas dinner at German Club. All tickets now paid for.
Car Talk was not held as this was our annual Auction night.
A sporting event at the Lobethal Slot Car track has been arranged for Sunday November 27th November. We will be having lunch at 12 mid day at the Lobethal Hotel then 2.30pm we are booked in at the Slot Car Raceway. All welcome for a bit of fun. Slot cars $12 each.
70 items were donated by the members gathered and as a result of them being auctioned we raised $456.
Show and shine day at Moonta, Sunday the 12th of March 2017. Good show of hands showing they would like to take part. Bob will send out the entry forms. Sounds like a good day out, and overnight if you wish.
Meeting closed at 8.40pm
Club December meeting at the Police Club – 6th December. Help needed to prepare the supper. The seating will be tables of 10 people. Prizes required.
Our thanks go to those who donated the items and even more so to those who bought them.
A fun night was enjoyed by all.
Next meeting: Wednesday 14th December, 2016, At Shannon’s, 863 South Road, Clarence Gardens at 7.30pm. All welcome.
REMEMBER – DECEMBER MEETING IS PARTY NIGHT. PLEASE BRING A PLATE FOR SUPPER.
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Design and Styling of the ‘S’-type—Part 3 3 The Mother By the late 1950s, the 2.4- litre had been in the market long enough for Jaguar to have received customer feed back: outdated and bloated styling; poor high-speed handling; old fashioned interior; poor driver visibility; and inadequate heating and cooling. But the 2.4-litre had proven the rigidity of the Lyons designed Jaguar/Pressed Steel engineered/ produced monocoque. So, when Lyons finished styling the XK150 Fixed Head, bringing it up-to-date without altering the XK inner body structure, he had a clear idea of what he wanted to accomplish in the Utah facelift or Utah Mk2.
He first revised the styling of the upper cabin. A thinner ‘A’ pillar allowed a larger windscreen (2 in. wider and taller) for better driving visibility and a thinner ‘B’ pillar allowed larger side windows. The ‘C’ pillar was re-styled to accommodate the classic ‘D’ rear opening rear quarter-light that extends behind the door shut line. This was a styling feature that Lyons had used since the MkV in 1948, but had been left off of the 2.4-litre because of structural concerns. The larger wraparound rear window (7 in. wider and 3 in. taller) was typical of the time and gave more light inside the cabin and improved rear visibility. All together the Mk2 has 18% more window area than the 2.4-litre. The door pressings were ended at the waistline and chromed brass mouldings surrounded the door windows. Chrome also surrounded the rear window and windshield. The roof panel was flattened so that it was lower over the
door openings, chrome rain gutters and neat pushbutton door handles added a modern look.
litre red and gold. The protruding sidelights bolted on midway up the cats’ paw fender were replaced with the familiar XK-style ones faired into the top of the fender. The overall effect was that of a four door XK150.
Lyons’ modernization of the ‘cabin’, above the waistline, is clearly see on the 2.4-lire (above) and Mk2 (below).
Below the waistline the lower rear fender was reworked to accommodate the wider (3.25 in.) rear axle implemented to improve the 2.4-litre’s high speed handling.
The front suspension was modified to give less roll in corners. Also, at the rear, the new Lucas rear lamp unit, used on both the XK150 and MkIX, was added on a chrome plinth. Opalescent paint became available in February 1961 in five colours. Other mechanical updates were the availability of the 3.8-litre engine which was first announced for the XK150 sports car, a 'Powrlok' limited slip differential, and power steering as an optional THE BOTTOM LINE extra. At the front, a new 12-bar grill was designed, the first with a pronounced central rib containing a round badge of which the colours denoted the engine capacity: 2.4 litre being black and red; 3.4-litre all red; and 3.8-
Since the Interior was perceived as being old fashioned, it received a complete restyling. There was an improved instrument layout, with the speedometer and tachometer in front of the driver. This arrangement would be used on all future Jaguar cars through the XJ series II of 1973. Minor instruments and toggle switches were on a recessed centre panel, leather covered rather than walnut. The old style four-spoke steering wheel was replaced with a more elegant two-spoke design with a half-moon chrome horn ring. Walnut veneer was used for the door cappings, dash and facia. The upholstery was completely restyled with a leather covered centre console concealing air ducts to the rear compartment, emerging through a chrome grill, previously only a luxury car feature. The front seats were made larger and squarecut using the Jaguar seven-pleat back and seat centre panels surrounded by a hoop of plain leather, Connolly of course. The door cards were ICI Vynide heatwelded simulating stitching. Carpet was Wilton wool with Rexine piping and heel pad on the driver’s side. These revisions to Utah added some 112 to 167lb to thecar’s weight. It isdoubtful thatany full-size The 2.4-litre Special Equipment
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dashboard (above). Note the tachometer which was on the ‘SE’ only. Mk2 dashboard below.
mock-ups of the Mk2 were built. But there were more than a dozen Utah Mk2 prototypes. The first three were modified 2.4-litre cars, most likely used to finalize the changes above the waistline and to the rear fenders that were necessary for Pressed Steel to build the first Mk2 bodies. The prototype Mk2s were used for
a wide range of experimental testing, some not related specifically to the Mk2. Among the ideas tested on them were the wide track, fuel injection, power steering, and independent rear suspension. A couple of prototypes had light alloy doors. Three were built as ‘Competition type”, and one as an Estate car. There is also listed one as having a “Specially welded body”, one with “Restyled boot”, and one “for modification to GT type”. The Utah facelift was announced as the Mk2 Jaguar on October 2, 1959. From this date on both the company and enthusiasts would refer to the 2.4-lire as the Mk1. The Mk2 would not actually be available until November/ December 1959, so dealers could run out stocks of the Mk1.
Since Jaguar now owned Daimler, one of the Mk2 prototypes was tested with the Daimler V8 engine (140 bhp at 5800 rpm and torque of 155 lb ft at 3600rpm). The Mk2 body was ‘Daimler-ised’ and the Daimler 2.5-litre V8 was announced at the October 1962 Earls Court Motor Show, positioned between the Jaguar Mk2, 2.4- and 3.4-litre. Acknowledgement: The text and photos of this article have been sourced from the Newsletter of the International ‘S’ Type Register
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During the 1950s, Jaguar was the most successful manufacturer to compete in the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans. It won “the ultimate race“ 5 times in 7 years which was an unbelievable achievement for a relatively small company in those days. The key to Jaguar’s success were their C and DType racing cars which featured advanced technology, lightweight, and good aerodynamics.
Jaguar wanted a proper endurance racing car However, in the ’60s, Jaguar didn’t have a proper endurance racing car. Their Jaguar E-Type sports car was very popular on the market and the company was focused on producing as many as they could. But, Sir William Lyons, the company’s founder and CEO, wanted another Le Mans victory.
Development started from the engine So, in the early 60’s, Jaguar started the construction of a prototype racing car with great ambitions. The project started with the engine, and Jaguar’s engineers agreed that it should be a big V12 engine with four camshafts and 6 carburetors with 60 degrees angle between the cylinder banks. It was an advanced concept for the time and for the company which, by that moment, only had smaller 6 cylinder XK engines. However, the new engine had great power (around 450 bhp) from 5
liters of displacement, and it fitted well with Lucas fuel injection which upgraded the power to over 500 bhp.
Beautiful, lightweight, with a very sleek body The next step was the chassis, and Jaguar tried hard to implement all the latest achievements in one car. The monocoque construction was used with the engine behind the driver and transaxle gearbox behind it. This gave the prototype a mid-engine layout for the perfect weight distribution and handling. An interesting detail was the connecting of the engine block and transmission to the rear suspension and aluminum chassis, which meant that these two components were integral parts of the construction. This approach allowed the prototype to have a lower profile and better torsion rigidity.
Next on the list was the body, and the well known Jaguar designer and aerodynamic expert Malcolm Sayer took the matter into his hands again. He already had considerable experience with designing beautiful and aerodynamically effective race cars from his work on the Le Manswinning C and D Type. He penned a gorgeous aluminum body for the new racer which had a distinctive Jaguar front end and tail lights from E-Type. Since the car was completed, it was given the name – XJ13 which was short for Experimental Jaguar No 13.
The victim of bad circumstances The car was finished in 1965 and tested immediately. In the hands of Norman Dewis, the Jaguar test driver, XJ13 showed enormous potential and even achieved few track
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records during the testing sessions. Of course, the car needed lots of adjustments but the basis for a world record-beating racing prototype was there. The aerodynamics were spot on, but the handling was less than perfect with some oversteer. During 1966, after some further testing, lots of issues were sorted out and the XJ13 was nearly ready for its premiere. However, the circumstances beyond the reach of Jaguar’s racing team proved to be fatal for XJ13.
XJ13 was almost finished when things turned around In late 1966, Jaguar merged with BMC which meant that Jaguar was not an independent manufacturer anymore, and the new owner didn’t want to invest in possible racing projects. The XJ13 was practically finished but BMC’s focus on restructuring and sales resulted in the racing program being put on hold. The Jaguar team thought that XJ13 would race soon, but in 1967, FIA changed the rules for prototype class which made XJ13 obsolete. From 1967, all new< prototype cars had a maximum of 3.0 liters of displacement and XJ13 had 5.0 which made it unable to compete. Jaguar’s engineers even proposed tuning down the 5.0 V12 to 3.0 displacements but it was too expensive to make those changes in a short period of time, and the bosses at BMC didn’t even consider that proposition. In just one moment, a perfectly good, fast, and promising race car was abandoned and left for dead.
see the light of the day, but in 1971, Jaguar introduced the E-Type Series 3 with 5.3 V12 engine which was based on the racing 5.0 V12 from XJ13. That same year, Jaguar showed the illfated prototype during filming of a commercial and the motorsport public was shocked that the car exists and that it was so advanced but never got the chance to race. During that filming, XJ13 had crashed badly and Jaguar officials even thought to scrap the car, but eventually it was restored and placed in the Jaguar Heritage Museum in Coventry.
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cooperation with TWR, had a 7.0 V12 engine derived from 5.0 V12 in XJ13, which just goes to show how advanced the thinking behind the whole XJ13 project was. However, the gorgeous British racing green XJ13 never got a proper chance to show its potential on the race track, and we can surely say that the history of motorsport would certainly be very different if this car had gotten a chance to perform along the greats like Ford GT40, Ferrari P4, Lola T70, and Porsche 917. Over the years, it remained sort of a mystery for enthusiasts . At one point, Jaguar was even offered 6 million dollars for the original prototype, but the Heritage Museum refused to sell.
The ghost of missed opportunities haunted Jaguar until XJR-9 was created in the late ’80s. Interestingly, the prototype XJR-9, constructed in
XJ13 was abandoned by factory, crashed but not forgotten The whole project was still kept secret and it looked like the XJ13 would never
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1959 Works Competition Mk1 Jaguar The first produced of the four Works prepared 1959 Mk1 Jaguar competition cars. Tommy Sopwith’s Equipe Endeavour commissioned Jaguar to produce the ultimate Mk1 Saloon to be raced by Ivor Bueb in 1959. The car raced with the number ‘1VA400’ to distinguish it as Ivor’s car. The car was raced at international Goodwood meetings were it won without exception apart from coming second Snetterton 100 mile race where it had achieved pole position, fastest lap and lead for 95% of the race until brake issues dropped it to second behind the Coombs Mk1 ‘BUY 1’. The car has been restored by M & C Wilkinson and looks fantastic!
THE GREY PUSSY - 1958 MK 1 COMPETITION JAGUAR. When Australians view something or someone with affection we like to give them nicknames or names of affection. When well known Australian motoring journalist and now racing legend, David McKay imported a new Jaguar 3.4 litre Saloon in late 1958 and met with immediate competition success. It was soon given the name of the 'Grey Pussy'. While somewhat irreverent, the name stuck and the car is still known by the name throughout the country. However it is known by more things than just its name because during its competition heyday it faced the starter's flag a total of 58 times and from these received the winner's chequered flag 36 times. It came in 2nd on 16 occasions, managed 3 thirds and suffered just 3 DNFs. While not quite a household name, David McKay was a popular motoring journalist based in Sydney and writing for such publications as Sydney's Daily Telegraph he was known to more than just those interested in motor sport.
transport and also race it during race meetings. All the time of course, would the name of Ampol be paramount. On 25th July 1958 the 'Grey Pussy' rolled down the Brown's Lane assembly line and following on, spent 6 weeks being prepared by Lofty England and his team in the Coventry based Jaguar competition workshop. Interestingly Lofty England had heard that fuel on sale in Australia was of questionable quality, so he had the car fitted with low compression pistons to compensate. Also fitted were slightly wilder D type camshafts, a polished and flowed cylinder head, twin SUs, bronzed big end bearings from Vanwall, lightweight flywheel and race clutch, limited slip diff, high ratio steering box, stiffened race suspension with race shock absorbers and heavier sway bars, an extended shifter, boot mounted battery, tailored race bucket seats and 72 spoke wire wheels
It is not known how much convincing it took, but David McKay managed to persuade Ampol to buy a newTHE Jaguar BOTTOM with a view of racing in the blossoming touring car races. McKay had heard that Jaguar's new 3.4 litre saloon in the hands of such noted drivers as Stirling Moss, Mike Hawthorn and Tommy Sopwith was the car to beat in England.
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Club Notices GENERAL MEETING ROSTER 2016
Register Meetings are held as follows: Mk 1,2 & 420 & S Type (Compact) Second Tuesday of every even calendar month
Feb Mk1, 2, 420 & S Type (Compact) Register Mar Multivalve Register Apr XK, MK 7, 8, 9 Register May SS & Daimler Register Jun
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Aug Mk1, 2, 420 & S Type (Compact) Register Sep Multivalve Register Oct XK, MK 7, 8, 9 Register Nov SS & Daimler Register Dec Special Christmas Meeting arranged by the E-Type F-Type & Grand Tourer Register
Multivalve -Fourth Tuesday of each odd calendar month.
Duty Register is required to arrive at 7pm and ensure the room is ready for 7.30pm
APPLICATIONS The following applications for membership have been lodged with the Membership Secretary and are listed SS & Daimler—Last Wednesday of each month in accordance with clause 6 (B-C) of the Constitution. If there are no objections, membership will be ratified one month from this December, 2016 issue of the magazine: Kenneth & Vivien Murrell 1996 Jaguar X300 3.2L John Eadie & Yvonne Economou 1996 Jaguar XK8 4.0L Murray Aitken 1985 Jaguar Sovereign S3 4.2L Sedan Roger Hughes & Penelope Willoughby 2008 Jaguar XK8 4.2L Coupe XJ, Mk 10 & 420G—Second Wednesday of each month The following applications listed in the October, 2016 Classic Marque magazine have been accepted Ronald Biddell 2000 Jaguar S-Type 3.0L Sedan 1996 Jaguar XK8 4.0L Coupe Gina & Maxwell Beacom 1963 Jaguar Mk ll 3.8L Sedan Margaret & Robert Kirk - looking for a suitable Jaguar We hope you will take advantage of the benefits available, and that you will contribute in yourTHE own BOTTOM LINE XK, Mk 7, 8 & 9—First Wednesday of each month 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.
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FOR SALE Original Jaguar Mag Wheels
FOR SALE Jaguar S Type
On offer are four wheels from an early { new } S-Type { pre 2003 }.The size is 16" and tyre specs on 2 are 225 / 55 / ZR 16 . The other two are bare rims. They are all in good condition with very few marks . Could be the answer to your gutter damaged wheels at a great price!
Unfortunately due to ill health I have to sell my Jaguar S Type. The car is a V6 3.0 Ltr. With less than 40,000 Klms. In immaculate condition. A huge opportunity for someone. ((The sale excludes the number plates)
$400 OR make me an offer . Contact Paul Kuhlmann on 0413 185 226 .
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FOR SALE 1961 Jaguar Mk 2 FOR SALE 1999 Jaguar XK8 Powered by a 216kW 4.0 litre engine!. 160,000km Always araged. Give your family extra protection with Strong ABS brakes, 2 airbags to protect you and your family. Listed on Carsales. $39,500 Would consider offers. Tony Covassi 0411736187 12
This car belongs to a club member. It is a 1961 Jaguar Mk2 with 3.4ltr motor and automatic transmission. In old English white with a new red leather interior. This car is in excellent condition with no rust and drives very well. Selling the car as I have purchased another car more suitable to our needs at the moment. $20,000 ono
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