VCC TAUPO TORQUE OCTOBER 2023

Coming Events for Taupo VCC 2023

OCTOBER

Sunday 1st Breakfast at the Hub 8.30 am

Wednesday 11th Club Night 7.30 pm

Sunday 15th Chairman’s Run, 10.30 am

Wednesday 18th Petrolheads Coffee and Cars 10.00 am

NOVEMBER

Sunday 5th Breakfast the Hub 8.30 am

Wednesday 8th Club Night 7.30 pm

Wednesday 15th Petrolheads Coffee and Cars 10.00 am

Sunday 19th Club Run – Boot Picnic Pow Wow

Tuesday 21st Hospice Run

DECEMBER

Saturday 2nd Club Christmas Dinner

Sunday 3rd Breakfast at the Hub 8.30 am

Friday 15th Club Christmas Morning Tea 10.00 am

Wednesday 20th Petrolheads Coffee and Cars, 10.00 am

Club Breakfast - First Sunday of each month At The Huka Hub Café

Huka Falls, next to the helicopters. Special menu for Club Members. IMPORTANT: Please let Owen know by 3pm Friday if you will be there: 07 378 8327. Please be seated by 8.30 am.

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Chairman’s Report Eric Foley

Chairman’s Report for September 2023

Let’s get the less exciting stuff out of the way first. The new carpet is down and seems to have received a lot of positive feedback. We do have some spare tiles in case an accident should occur. To care for the new carpet, we have purchased a new Dyson vacuum cleaner. The cleaner was on the market at a reduced rate but came up in a sale at half that reduced price. With our then-current vacuum not really “cutting the mustard” and needing fortnightly maintenance, it was decided to upgrade the cleaner. The old cleaner now holds pride of place in the Spares Dept. The Spares Manager is now fully aware of that machine’s shortcomings.

With the current curtains well past the useful and attractive stage, it has been decided to replace them. The curtains on the eastern end of the hall are ripped (presumably lots of sun and advanced age) and looking very sad . An order has been placed, and the new curtains should be installed in mid-October.

The committee has discussed a “cleaning bee” to be held when the weather improves. There are a number of small cleaning chores that need attention, such as the exterior needing a good wash down.

Now, let’s get on with some more interesting stuff. The breakfast session at The Hub kicked off the month’s activities. The 30 or so members of our group were obviously excited to be there, as there was a lot of very loud chattering. I have no doubt that many of those with hearing difficulties would have been troubled. This is a problem in almost every café in the country, so it is not just an issue at The Hub. Nevertheless, breakfast was very tasty, and the coffee was not too bad either.

Club Night was a very interesting session. Rachel Hume, the President of the local

Camera Club, spoke to us about taking photos of cars. Rachel is a highly regarded photographer, one of a few who hold the second-highest accolade from the NZ Society of Professional Photographers. She imparted all sorts of tips regarding camera angles, position, sun, background, etc. I found it very informative. Rachel had obviously done a fair bit of preparatory work and was happy to answer a range of questions following her talk. I think all of those present learned something from this evening.

The Breakfast Run took place on the 17th with a good turnout from club members. Bill and Janet Rendle had organised a run around town departing from our club rooms. An hour or so later, we were back at the club rooms for a very tasty cooked breakfast. Along the way, we had a few questions to answer. Cars were seen heading in some very strange, unplanned directions, and the return to the club rooms was certainly not in the order we departed. A “thank you” to Bill and Janet for their good work and “a big shout out” to the club members involved in cooking breakfast and cleaning up the mess afterward. We are indebted to you. The event was won by our Secretary Elaine and her navigator Trish Gillies. I’m told ideas for next year’s event are carefully stored away ��

Safe travels.

Eric

PETROLHEADS

Wednesday 18th, October

The October coffee will be at the Licorice cafe 57 State Highway 1, Motuoapa at 10am. We can meet at the club rooms at 9:15am and travel out in convoy.

See you there!

Thanks and Regards Barry.

Club merchandise available on Club Nights.

Baseball Cap - $16.50

Polo Shirt - $38.50

Bucket Hat - $17.80

Fleece Jacket - $59.00

Club Lapel Badges and Car Stickers

We have most stock available at the club rooms.

If your car's interior needs some love, reach out to us! We'll be happy to help!

Faded or worn leather/vinyl seats, Damaged leather steering wheel, Scratched dashboard or door panels, Cracked vinyl armrest and shifter.

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Taupo

Auto & Marine Trimmers

16 Manuka Street

07-378 6969

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Vehicle Servicing

Car Repairs

Vehicle Brakes

Car Exhausts

Shock Absorbers

Towbars

Tyres

Warrant of Fitness Safety Checks

Batteries

28 Oruanui St

Taupo

Owners: Susan & Peter Wall

07 3783132

Mobile 021 717131

The Annual Breakfast Run

by Maureen

The Breakfast Run Course Planners, Bill and Janet Rendle, were well prepared for our annual run. The course was set, and several practice runs were held ahead of the day. OOPS! Changes needed to be made close to the date, as they discovered there was a major sporting event on a route where part of the run was planned. A few diversions and some twinks here and there, and all was sorted, PHEW!

Elaine Taylor and her Navigator Trish Gillies were the winners, and some extra goodie prizes were presented as well. Thanks, Bill and Janet, for such an enjoyable run.

Breakfast was well received. Sausages, eggs, bacon, hash browns, baked beans, and toast were on the menu.

Chris Smith added to the culinary treats with his delicious porridge, accompanied by choices of maple syrup, banana, cream, yoghurt, as well as a few drops of Drambuie for the hungry hardy!

Sincere thanks to Tony and Pam, the breakfast cooks and the kitchen helpers, for a smooth sailing and tasty breakfast.

Petrolheads Coffee Morning –20 September, 2023

by Fiona Holliday

What a great turnout again this morning with 17 old cars plus a few moderns arrived at Barrie’s coffee morning at L’Arte Cafe. There was a good turnout of female petrolheads too this time.

Good weather, good coffee and good company. Everyone enjoyed themselves.

The route from the clubrooms was a touring route in convoy with Barry leading the way in his Model A. The owners of L’Arte asked for all the cars to park in a specific place so that they could put pictures on their Facebook page.

Yet another successful Petrolheads outing!

September’s Coffee morning was held on a beautiful, warm spring morning. We travelled in convoy through town, up to Poihipi Road, then along Tukairangi Road to L’Arte Cafe. Jan Nixon directed us to the car parks, ensuring that every car was parked..... albeit 3 deep! We had a most relaxed and enjoyable morning tea together in lovely surroundings. The catch ups and networking continued outside, where the delightful artwork, gardens, and sculptures, highlighted an impressive fleet of sparkling cars. Thanks for another great run Barry.

- Maureen

Bird’s Eye View

by Fiona Holliday

Did you know there are this many warning lights and symbols (and probably a few more) that could potentially light up on the dashboard and a whole lot of us have no idea what they actually mean or what to do about them?

According to a survey of 2,000 British drivers, one in three people couldn’t say which symbol is the headlamp indicator, while 27 percent couldn’t identify the “check engine” sign. When people did understand what the car was warning them about, very few knew how to deal with the problem themselves. Two-thirds of those people polled had no idea how to check the oil, just under half didn’t know

how to change a wheel, and 44 percent wouldn’t have a clue how to change the windscreen wipers.

These are not girls-only problems, by the way, and anyway, that’s what the AA is for, isn’t it? Or, I suppose the man could likely deal with it if he’s in the passenger seat, which is unlikely because we know he doesn’t like us driving him around.

According to the curator of transportation at the Henry Ford Museum in Michigan, one of the earliest dashboard warning lights was found in a 1933 Hudson. A page in the 1933 Hudson Super Six owner’s manual refers to the generator warning light as “the red jewel” on the dashboard. The manual advises the light should turn off once the car reaches a speed just above idle, but should it start flashing while traveling above 20 mph, this means the battery isn’t being charged. “At this point, your electrical system should be checked by your Hudson dealer.” So, 90 years ago, our cars were already trying to tell us when something was wrong.

If we don’t understand what a warning light means because they’re all so different and cryptic or choose to ignore it (both are likely), whatever’s wrong could get a lot worse. Of course, if one or more warning lights don’t briefly illuminate when we turn the key in the ignition because they aren’t functioning, we wouldn’t be able to detect a problem anyway. So basically, we’re doomed either way!

Let’s start with the most hated one, which is the check-engine light, which we must not ignore. We’re driving without the man for once, and the light comes on, so we say a few choice words and pull over. We proudly remember the lever underneath the dash that releases the bonnet. We hunt around under the bonnet lid to find the catch thingy without getting dirty stuff on our fingers. When we finally get the lid up, we note that the engine is where it should be, not on fire or anything, and looks okay. Yes, result! We drop the lid down, hop back in the car, and turn it on, sure that the warning light has gone off. Oh! One for the AA then and/ or a wailing phone call to the man.

Looking like a thermometer taking a dip in the ocean, the coolant temperature warning light is the car telling us it wants a drink because its too hot and dry (the man has a beer to cool down; perhaps the car would like one too). This overheating could be caused by various things, which are all serious issues, and we must not ignore the light. Anyway, why is it called coolant and not water?

Winning the award for the best throwback dashboard warning light is an oil can (complete with a drip). If the oil pressure light comes on, it could mean something as simple as our car silently begging for some oil. But, it could also mean a leak in the engine or worn parts like a blown piston ring or broken oil pump. As we all know, driving for days with the oil pressure warning light glowing at you is another surefire way of causing big repair bills down the road. And a lecture from the man.

This light looks like two-thirds of a circle with an exclamation point in the middle, and those little lines across the bottom are meant to symbolize the tyre tread. Cute, right? In an ideal world, when the light comes on, we will rummage around in the boot space, where we will find a lovely foot pump or even one of those noisy gizmos that inflate tyres. We will pump the tyre to the correct pressure, but this may prove difficult and a bit blowy wearing heels and a skirt. When we start the car, the warning light will go off, but this, of course, will be sheer luck because we have no idea what the correct tyre pressure is. Yes, well, the reality is that there isn’t a pump in the boot. Actually, I don’t think I can see us standing at the side of the road valiantly attempting to pump up a tyre. I mean, we probably could do it, but we just won’t. Calling the AA is far more dignified.

We’ve all heard the boys going on about the time it takes for a car to go from 0 to 60mph, and that’s all very well, but what happens if our car doesn’t stop the moment we stamp on the brakes? We may die, that’s what! The culprit could be worn brake pads, low brake fluid levels, or a problem with the anti-lock braking system (ABS). This warning light will also glow when we drive off with the parking brake engaged. Hmm, may have done that once or twice.

It’s not meant to look like a car driving down a curvy road, but it kind of does. This warning light is the front view of a car, with two squiggly lines underneath, illustrating what this system is actually trying to avoid, which is us skidding all over the road. The Traction Control System will detect when our car is losing traction on the drive wheels during icy winter and rainy conditions. Ha, we all know that we wouldn’t be deemed capable of driving in icy conditions. That’s man’s work, that is.

No, this isn’t a chap with a beach ball on his lap – it actually means the front air-bag is switched off. Ah, but it doesn’t tell you how to switch it on again. There must be a button around here somewhere. Might need the man for that.

This is the Info Indicator – so the car has some information for you about goodness knows what, but no information on what it might be or how to get it. This is a generic indicator that informs you to take a look at the vehicle’s information screen for more details (if you can find it).

Funnily enough, this light doesn’t mean the car wants to have a BBQ – it means there are problems with the catalyst. A clogged catalytic converter will prevent exhaust gases from leaving the engine fast enough, causing a pressure build-up in the exhaust manifold and loss of power. Erm ... catalytic converter?

If we are driving a diesel car, this means we have a problem with the particulate filter - umm, a what now?

No, this doesn’t mean it’s raining in the petrol station - this means there is water in the fuel filter. But what we do about that situation is unknown. Fun fact: the fuel indicator gauge in most cars will have the pump hose bit sticking out on the same side your fuel filler is on, so no more trying to remember which side it’s on for every car.

Now, this one means you have a problem with your fuel filter (not too sure we knew that the petrol needed filtering). Imagine this symbol lighting up your dash on a dark night when you’re driving on your own. The fuel filter is the last thing that would come to mind. In fact, nothing springs to mind when I look at this. What were those highly paid people in an office in Japan or somewhere thinking when they thought that this would be a suitable warning sign in little ol’ enzed?

Air suspension problems - air suspension, what the?.. I give up!

So there we are. When we decide that we want a particular car because we like the colour or the acres of red leather, we never, ever think about all the things that can go wrong. Just thinking about it now makes me want to reach for a gin and tonic.

All About Books

by Fiona Holliday

So many new books this month, many courtesy of Neil Chave, thank you very much, others donated by the Taupo Hospice Shop.

• Volvo 1927-1988

• Daimler Sovereign Series Two Handbook

• Daimler Cars Brochure

• Daimler SP250 Sports & V-8 250 Saloon Gold Portfolio 1959-1969

• The Encyclopedia of Classic CarsA celebration of the motor car from 1945 to 1975

• The Ultimate Classic Car Book

• Rover 3 & 3.5 Litre Gold Portfolio

1958-1973

• Super Cars High-Performance Machines

• On the Road - The Car in New Zealand

• Australian Motor Manual Annual - All 1954 cars

• AA Members Touring Guide

• Miller’s Collectors Cars Price Guide 1991-1992

• Legend Jaguar 1986

• The Jaguar Driver’s Year Book 1977

• The Drivers - A Celebration of New Zealand Motor Sports Greatest

• The First Fifty Years - The story of the NZ Retail Motor Trade Association (Inc) 1917-1967

• Classic Cars from Around the World

• Haynes Automotive Repair Manual - Mitsubishi Pajero

• Haynes Owners Workshop Manual Rover 3500 1968 to June 1976 All V8 Saloon Models

• Trouble Shooting - A Manual for Motor Mechanics

• Electricalities - How to get the best from your electrical equipment

• Maintaining your car electrical equipment

• Mobil Directory of Correct Lubrication

• Footprints - Harnessing an Inheritance into a Legacy by Roy McKenzie

The library is for you to browse and/or borrow books that interest you and will be open every time we meet in the clubrooms. Come and have a look round!

Our fully equipped modern workshop facility offers a reliable, accurate and affordable solution to all your reconditioning and machining needs. Includes high performance race/street, general automotive, motorcycle, marine, light and heavy diesel and industrial. We offer extremely quick turn around times and can pick-up or deliver if required

Brian Henson / Scott Murray

Unit 6 / 465 Broadlands Road Rotokawa, Taupō 3378

Ph; 3773570 Fax; 07 3773572

Email; Engines@hmltd.co.nz

VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF NEW ZEALAND, INC VINTAGE ONLY RALLY, MARLBOROUGH.

5TH TO 8TH FEBRUARY 2024

PROGRAMME

Because of limited space this rally is limited to 50 entries.

Monday 5th February 2024

From 5pm

Registration Packs – Collect from Marlborough VCC Clubrooms at Brayshaw Heritage Park, Arthur Baker Place. (Off New Renwick Road)

Natter & Noggin including a Light Meal, BYO Drinks.

Tuesday 6th February - Heritage Day at Brayshaw Park.

Please have your cars at Brayshaw Park by 9am to go on Public Display on Patchetts Green.

This is the main open day of the year for the Park users to show off to the public of Marlborough what they do.

Please wear Period Costume on the day. There will be a fashion parade during the day. Prize for Best Dressed Couple.

There will also be a games type of event/ field tests for participants during the day.

Meals today are at your own expense including evening meal. The Marlborough Branch will have food on sale during the day.

Wednesday 7th February, Rally Day. 9:00am

Rally Briefing at Marlborough VCC Club Rooms. Please park your cars on Patchetts Green.

If you would like to take a cuppa with you there will be an opportunity to stop at a Lookout Point and you can have a cuppa there.

Lunch will be provided as a Fundraising event for a country school.

9.30am Rally starts. Approximately 70 miles, Some gravel sections. Take care and enjoy.

From 5:30pm

Dinner (BYO Drinks) at Marlborough VCC Club Rooms

Thursday 8th February

Clubrooms open for smoko at 10am. Gold coin donation. (For Marlborough Hospice)

Parts sheds open. Parts sheds open.

Email

Please

HIGHLAND FLING FEILDING

26TH – 28TH April 2024

Veteran / Vintage Vehicles Only

Organiser – DerekHaycock,ManawatuBranch – 0274 419153

Email,EntriesandEnquiries – highlandflingfeilding@gmail.com

Entries limited to 100 Vehicles and Close 1st March 2024 or when the entry limit has been met.

Welcome ,

Friday 26th April – Registration and Merchandise collection from 4pm, Stockyard Bar & Restaurant, 50 Manchester Street, Feilding we will be in the back room. Please feel free to join us for happy hour and dinner.

Saturday 27th April – Compulsory Drivers Briefing, 8.00am at the Coach House Museum carpark, 127 South Street Feilding. Please provide own lunch at the Apiti Hall

Saturday Evening, we have the back room booked at the Stockyard Bar & Restaurant for anyone who would like to join for drinks and meal.

Sunday 28th April – Compulsory Drivers Briefing, 8 .00am at the Coach House Museum carpark, 127 South Street Feilding. Please provide own lunch, tea and coffee supplied at Manawatu VCC Branch Club Rooms.

Sunday Dinner and Prize Giving, from 4.30pm at the Feilding Civic Centre, 84 Aorangi Street, Feilding. Please bring your own drinks and drinking glasses. Tea and Coffee provided.

Essential Requirements –

• Tow Rope

• Enough fuel for 160 miles due to no fuel on route

• Chains

• Sense of Humor

Please advise if you require parking for tow vehicles or trailers .

Thanks to our sponsors!

- Classics Museum, 11 Railside Place, Hamilton - Classic Auto Repaints, 44 King Street, Opunake

ENTRY FORM – HIGHLAND FLING 2024

Merchandise Order Form

Bruce’s Parts Shed

Bruce is still quietly beavering away in the parts shed under the clubrooms. He could probably use some company sometimes. He’s made a huge dent in clearing out the rubbish, tidying the shelves and get the shed into some sort of order. Hopefully, this will make it a nice place for you guys to rummage around, chat and perhaps buy something. This will be a monthly page with something Bruce thinks will interest you. This month he is featuring klaxons and horns!!

The parts shed is there for you to browse around and buy anything that you need or even something you didn’t know you needed. Bruce is happy to let you in the shed, just give him a call 07 378 4774.

Come and have a look round!

Art Corner

Bugatti

The Super Sport roadster especially, was a lovely design. Perfectly proportioned and with just enough curvature, it was tastful elegance at its best. With its speed and style, the Type 55 fit perfectly with Bugatti’s history as an independent carmaker. It was as enjoyable to drive as it was to look at.

Only 38, Type 55 chassis were produced. Close to half of these were fitted with roadster or coupe coachwork by Ettore’s son, Jean Bugatti. These bodies reinforced the Type 55’s image as a sport car, and established the car as one of the best sculpted vehicles ever produced.

What a wonderfull subject, one of my all time favourite cars and where else would a Bugatti feel more at home but Paris!

Bugatti Type 55 Super Sport - 1932 - 1935 Original oil on canvas by NZ Artist, Don Packwood www.donpackwood.co.nz

Type 55 Super Sport - 1932 - 1935

SOUTH WAIKATO BRANCH V.C.C.

OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM : 2023 T. T. T. RALLY

SUNDAY 26th NOVEMBER 2023

Name of Entrant::

Address: _____

Year and make of vehicle:___

Entrants VCC Branch:

Number attending:______________________________

Entry class (pick from below):

Email:

Veteran (prior to 31-12-1918)

Vintage (01-01-1919 to 31-12-1931)

Post Vintage (01-01-1932 to 31-12-1945)

Post (01-01-1946 to 31-12-1960)

Post 60 (01-01-1961 to 31-12-1980)

Post 80 (01-01-1981 to > 30yrs old)

• Entry fee per vehicle $30.00: {includes rally plaque)

• BBQ sausages & bread / tea, coffee, hot water, milk supplied at end.

• FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: Compulsory in all cars.

Please email: southwaikato@vcc.org.nz

Direct Credit ACC: SWVCC 03 0463 0273363 00

SOUTH WAIKATO VINTAGE CAR CLUB

ANNUAL T. T. T. RALLY

SUNDAY 26th NOVEMBER 2023.

PROGRAMME :

• Start at South Waikato Vintage Car Clubrooms

• 09:00 Hrs: Begin registration & cup of tea

• 09:45 Hrs: Briefing

• 1000 Hrs: First car leaves designated start area. At completion of run{approx 3.0hrs} lunch {byo}or

Sausages sizzle / bread, tea, coffee, hot water & milk available at finish then presentation of prizes.

RALLY INFO :

The rally will once again be set through pleasant country and where possible, Forestry Roads. As is usual it is a family event. No fiendish navigational rules or instructions written to get you lost.

PERIOD DRESS :

We encourage you and your team to dress for the period when your vehicle was built or most typically used. We will award a prize for best crew/vehicle combination

ENTRIES :

To assist with organisation, entries should be sent by November 20th however we will accept them up to starting time.

START LOCATION : South Waikato Vintage Car Clubrooms, Pepperill Road, Lichfield. (Off SH1 over railway line opposite Pottery shop)

FUEL : The rally distance is approximately 120 kilometres. Please ensure you have sufficient fuel to complete the event.

51st Far North Tour 2023 Entry Form

Friday November 3rd

Dinner will be a simple main and dessert, served starting at 6.30pm. BYO drinks if you wish. The Clubrooms will be open from 5pm.

Rally Packs will be available to pick up either Friday Night or Saturday M orning.

Saturday November 4th

The tour will start from the clubrooms with the first car away at 9am and tea and coffee will be available for those arriving early. Please ensure you are at the Clubrooms by 8.30am for the briefing.

A self-catered morning tea stop can be taken at a rural town after approx. 1 hour drive. There are several choices of café/picnic spots.

Following a lovely scenic drive, the next stop is for lunch at an isolated coastal community.

More rural roads, maybe some options, will t ake us to our overnight stop on the Doubtless Bay coastline.

The Saturday night dinner will be held at Mangonui Cruising Club, 18 Silver Egg Rd, Mill Bay, Mangonui at 7.30pm with pre -dinner drinks from 6.30pm. BYO is not permitted, but the bar will be open.

Drop-off only is available at the Cruising Club, with public parking available adjacent to the boat ramp in Silver Egg Rd. There may be other parking if directed.

Please Note: there is a limit of 80 diners at the dinner venue so the first 80 people en tered will be able to dine at the Cruising Club. Others have plenty of other local options.

Email entries to: nvccrally@gmail.com

Direct Credit entry $’s to: 12 3093 0105509 00

With driver’s surname and FNT as code & reference

Entry Form 2023

NB Child 4-12yrs Half Price.

Under 4yrs Free

Rally Rules

• The event is open to financial members of the Vintage Car Club of NZ.

• Membership Cards must be carried.

• The organisers reserve the right to disqualify any entrant whose conduct is, in their opinion, likely to bring discredit to the event or club.

• Cancellation refunds after 10 days prior to the Tour will be at the discretion of the Organisers.

Accomodation

Accommodation and meals are entrants responsibility. There is plenty of accommodation available in the Doubtless Bay area or if you desire it is less than 15 0kms on sealed roads back to Whangarei.

If you haven’t booked yet, do it soon.

Please Note

If your Vintage eligible vehicle is not roadworthy at the time of this Rally, you are welcome to enter with your modern vehicle.

Return Completed Entry by 23rd October to:

Rally Organiser

PO Box17

Whangarei 0140

Email: nvccrally@gmail.com

Direct Credit :

ASB 12 3093 0105509 00

Please use Driver’s Surname and FNT as Code & Reference.

Taupo VCC 2023 Event Calendar

(subject to change)

October 2023

Sunday 1st October . . . . . . . . . . . . Breakfast at the Hub 8.30 am

Wednesday 11th October . . . .

Sunday 15th October .

Monday 16th October . .

Wednesday 18th October . . .

November 2023

Sunday 5th November . . . . .

. . Club Night 7.30 pm –

. Chairman’s Run. Start from the Clubrooms at 10.30 am

Committee Meeting 5.30 pm

. Petrolheads Coffee and Cars 10.00 am

. . . Breakfast the Hub 8.30 am

Wednesday 8th November . . . . . . Club Night 7.30 pm

Wednesday 15th November . . . . . Petrolheads Coffee and Cars 10.00 am

Sunday 19th November

Monday 20th November . . . .

Club Run – Boot Picnic Pow Wow

. . Committee Meeting 5.30 pm

Tuesday 21st November . . . . . . . . Hospice Run

December 2023

Saturday 2nd December . . . . . . . . Club Christmas Dinner

Sunday 3rd December . . . . . . . . . . Breakfast at the Hub 8.30 am

Friday 15th December . . . . . .

Wednesday 20th December

. Club Christmas Morning Tea 10.00 am

Petrolheads Coffee and Cars, 10.00 am

For Sale

1952 Daimler Drophead Special Sports. A little bit of History:

At Earl’s Court in 1948 a Barker Body special Sports painted red and cream was awarded Silver medal in the Institute of Carriage Builders and Automobile Manufacturers award for Standard Convertible Coachwork for cars listed up £3000 (exclusive purchase tax).

Only about 300 Barker Body Special Sports and about 200 Hooper body DB18 Special Sports were built, between 1948 and 1952

Specifications:

Engine capacity - 2,522 cc - 6 cylindersAluminium Head -Twin Carburettors

Unladen kerb weight - 32 ½ cwt - Maximum speed 84MPH

Transmission - Gearbox Preselect - Fluid drive wheel driven”

Rear Axle - Worm drive

$65k - Contact Owen Goldsmith if anybody is interested: 07 543 0061