P GROUP REPORT

P-Group Annual Rally

Sunday the 2nd of April was the date of the Annual P group rally. The day dawned without the forecast rain which was a great relief. Cars started arriving at 9 am. We had a great turnout of 68 cars. Thank you to all those that supported the rally. It was heartening to have such a good turnout

The field trials began at 10am and were hotly contested, Lyn Scott coming out on top.

After the trials we headed off to our first stop. Daniel Smith’s exceptional car collection. We were all impressed by the range and quality of cars on show. I understand he has plans for a museum in Rangiora, I think we are all looking forward to the opening.

I am very grateful that we were able to visit the collection and he was an excellent host discussing his cars with many of the group.

After the collection it was on to Torlesse vineyard at Waipara. There were two routes , the long route went through Oxford and the other via the inland scenic route to Amberley. Luckily the weather held and the vineyard was a lovely spot for a picnic. The official part of the rally finished with the prizegiving.

Overall winners Peter and Jane Griffen

1978 Mazda RX7

Time Trial winners Peter and Jane Griffen

1978 Mazda RX7

Concours winner was Don Bennetts 1964 Morris Oxford

Best performance Lyn Scott 1935 Chevrolet Coupe

John Enright, Convenor