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Volume 55 Number 5 October 2009
The Official Newsletter of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc.
www.vwclub.com.au
Proud supporters of the Day of the Volkswagen 09
Pre-Pay your Show and Shine Entry online! www.vwclub.com.au Payment (Pay Pal.) can be made via the VWCV web site.
Pre-Paid Entries close Monday 2nd November 09. See Day of the Volkswagen Insert for full event details.
Sunday 15th November 09 Cranbourne Racecourse Cranbourne Racecourse, Grant Street Cranbourne (Mel. Ref. 133 J6). Public Entry 9am, Trade Display and Swap Site Entry 8am. Show and Shine Entries Close 11am sharp. NO Dogs or BBQ’s permitted on the venue grounds.
members know. We know that there are some very talented people amongst our membership, (it’s a proven fact that VW enthusiasts are smarter than the average person. Why else would they choose a VW) so please step up and offer those talents to the club.
With any luck the Vic’s will bring home the silverware like we did at Portland earlier in the year. Look for a full report in the November Deluxe.
As usual we have a lot of activity on the social calendar. We have the Petrol and Pancakes run to Ballarat on the Thank you very much for the past efforts Saturday 17th October, the re-Volks President’s Report of the outgoing committee members waterfront display and campout down Dean Holden, VWCV President and we welcome or welcome back the Geelong way on the 24th and 25th of new or returning committee members. October, the Swan Hill Long weekend Well it’s October and I am writing the on the 31st of October. And of course On Sunday the 26th I joined a October presidents report so I guess the Day of the VW on the 15th of contingent of club members who braved that means I was re-elected to the November. the wet and wild conditions and held Presidents position for a second year. a Club Display of VW’s at Federation So lots and lots to do. Don’t forget For those who may have missed it we Square. With the city still buzzing from that we are having a Trivia Night at had our AGM last month and most of the AFL grand final and the NRL semi the October general meeting on the our Club Committee positions were final on the previous day and there were 27th of October. There will be some filled on the night. However we still do fun prizes for the winners, so brush need to fill the Club Secretary’s position, lots of curious onlookers on hand who wanted to check out and talk about the up on your VW (and general) trivia and the Club Magazine Editors position Volkswagens on display. come on down to Bell’s Hotel on the and Web Masters position. Your Club needs volunteers to run effectively Early in October a small but determined 4th Tuesday. and if you feel that you may be able contingent will be heading up to See you all then. to fill these positions please let either Warwick to compete in the VW Warwick myself or one of the other committee drag racing.
60 Years of the Transporter Cavalcade One vehicle from each year of production will be selected for the DOTVW 09 cavalcade and display. Vehicles will be selected to best represent the range of features and body configurations available across the various production eras. Nominations are open to vehicles in all states of repair including original, restored, modified, works in progress or “as found” condition. The choice of the vehicles for the display will be at the discretion of the DOTVW committee. Nominees must be current financial members of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria to be eligible and members may nominate more than one vehicle. All selected entrants will receive a specially minted 60th Anniversary of the Kombi car badge. Vehicles to be judged for DOTVW show categories are also eligible to enter for this display. Owners must make additional arrangements for their show and shine entry. For further information or full event details please contact Andrew Ermel T 9369 1360
Federation Square Showcase Sunday 27 September 2009
Calendar of Events
OCTOBER October 17th Air Cooled Petrol and Pancakes. See Ad for full event details. October 24th reVOLKS Geelong Water Front All Volkswagens are invited to Display at the Geelong Water Front. Saturday 9am - 12noon. Cruises organised from Melbourne on Saturday Morning. Cruise to Lorne after the Display and Camp at Torquay Saturday Night (Some cabins pre booked). Breakfast Sunday at Torquay with small cruise to follow. A very casual event, join and leave as needed. For full event details please contact Doc beerdoc@hcinternet.com.au or 0417101400 October 31st - November 3rd Melb. Cup Extra Long Weekend – Swan Hill See Ad for full event details.
NOVEMBER November 15th Day of the Volkswagen 09 See cover and Insert for full event details.
Despite the dismal weather (remember AFL Grand Final weekend?) We had 14 VWs and around 20 members from the club attend the Volkswagen Club of Victoria’s Showcase at Federation Square. We had to wait nearly three years to get our day at this venue, such is the level of interest from Victorian motoring clubs in featuring in this once a month show. We started parking up in the Russell Street extension from around 10am. At 10.30am the very friendly Federation Square security men, who were with us all day to keep an eye on proceedings, and make sure our beloved VWs remained unmolested, started to move us in to park in the Atrium forecourt. The Atrium was the perfect place to be on the day as we were out of the wind and rain and experienced almost tropical conditions compared with what other Melbournians were exposed to that day. The security men directed us to park the cars in what soon became a very colourful and co-ordinated VW display
and they even put oil drip trays under each car. These gentlemen learnt something very useful that day about VWs when they initially put the drip trays at the front of the air cooled models until we diplomatically let them know that they are rear engined motor cars. We had several Beetles including a 1953 Split Window, a Herbie, which of course was a great hit with heaps of kids (with a lot of photos taken), a couple of beautiful Split Window early Kombies, several Kombi Campers, a Type 3 Notch, a 74 TS Passat, a late model Golf and a 2009 Eos 2 litre. As we all know the VW marque is a great one for the extent of model variation and that always adds heaps of interest to anyone looking at the cars. The cars on display at the Showcase were no exception and the overall impact when combined with the architecture and lay out of the Atrium was something very special. Even with the cold, windy and wet weather there were heaps of people walking up Flinders Street, through the display and into the shops. Several
buses that pulled up out the front also contributed to the numbers of interested on-lookers. I must have spoken to 30 or more groups of people who stopped to have a look at our 1975 Kombi Camper, most of our other club members had much the same amount of public interaction. There were a number of overseas visitors to Melbourne that also really enjoyed the car show. One thing that we always find at any public showing of our VWs is that almost everyone that stops to have a chat has a VW related story to tell and that day was no exception. We gave out lots of VWCV related information material and have probably enlisted a few new members. Quite a few people had seen the publicity for the event and had travelled in to the city to have a look at what was on show. Holly and Fiona who looked after the Shannons stand did a great job and were happy with the outcome and their involvement in the event. They were able to secure a sheltered spot out of the weather and in the midst of some pristine VWs which made their time
Swan Hill
Melbourne Cup Extra Long Weekend 31st October - 3rd November 09
Cruise to Swan Hill staying at the Swan Hill Riverside Caravan Park on the mighty Murray River in the heart of Swan Hill. Easy walking distance to town, pubs, clubs and the Pioneer Settlement. If you are interested in attending please phone the Caravan Park T 03 5032 1494, mention the VWCV and make your booking ASAP, no later than 31st August 2009. 6 powered camping sites temporarily reserved, Cabins also available. Very important, if you are coming along please contact John Stevens on 8684 6203 BH or 9890 2548 AH. Closer to the event there will be details of where we will depart, lunch arrangements, planned events etc. Apologies to anyone confused where we will be staying, incorrectly stated as the Swan Hill Riverview Caravan Park rather than the correct name of Swan Hill Riverside Caravan Park. Please see Ad for details.
SwapMeet 09
there much more comfortable. The only car related problem that day was that Vaughan’s Beetle would not start so his car was a late casualty but he still came in to the city by train to enjoy the day. The time went all too quickly and at 2.30pm we had to pack up and head off home. Every club member who was there considered this event to have been a huge success. We snatched a very enjoyable, uncomplicated, easy to organise and well received day out of something that really looked at the start to be doomed. Just goes to show that if an event is VW related you should always give it a go, no matter what. Over my time in the club this has happened on that many occasions I have come to the conclusion that the Almighty likes VWs.
Another fantastic VWCV Swap Meet for the year of 2009. The late closure of the shed and the move to an outdoor event didn’t keep the VW enthusiasts away and their hopes of finding that missing piece of the Volkswagen puzzle. 36 Swap sites and 280 plus punters through the gate this year. Thankyou to all those who attended and volunteers on the day.
The Federation Square event management later received an independent event report describing our Showcase as being “very cool”. We have booked the venue again for September 2011. Thankyou for attending. John Stevens.
Air Cooled Petrol and Pancakes Ballarat 09 Saturday 17th October 09 Meet at Sovereign Hill Car Park for a cruise to the venue at 9.15am Sharp. For more Information on the event contact Peter Bruty 0408 508 473 VOLKSWAGEN AND PORSCHE VEHICLES WELCOME
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Volkswagen Club of Victoria cruise to Petrol and Pancakes will meet at the Deer Park BP Service Station for a 8.30am sharp departure.
PLEASE NOTE: All additions to this section MUST be accompanied by either registration number, chassis number or VIN number. Advertisements for vehicles without these details WILL NOT be published. Advertisements will be limited to a period of two months only. If you wish to continue your advertisement beyond the initial two month period or your Ad has been SOLD in the first month of Advertising, please contact the Editor(s) so the Advertising space can be updated for NEW Ads. Send your for sales and wanted ads to the Volkswagen Club of Victoria Editor: VWCV Editor GPO Box 1215 Melbourne VIC 3001 E wagensville@hotmail.com
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Show and Shine Sunday 15th November 2009 Cranbourne Racecourse
The Day of the Volkswagen 2009 – Judging Arrangements Entry forms and judging criteria for 2009, the main features of which are • Split judging forms for modified and standard vehicles • A bonus points system for standard vehicles to encourage the preservation and display of standard vehicles • Separate ‘Best of Show’ trophies for standard and modified vehicles • Presidents Choice Awards. One modified and one original trophy that will be awarded totally at the discresion of the VW Club of Victoria President • Relaxation of restrictions on entering modified vehicles in standard categories. (Vehicles which are of a standard appearance but are, for example, lowered with different wheels, engine and interior components, can now enter a standard category if they choose. This will avoid their having to compete against heavily modified big budget vehicles. They may not, however, score bonus points for originality, and as such, presentation and quality of paint, interior, etc will have to be of the highest standard).
DOTVW 2009 Show and Shine Entry Price $20.00 Covers – Vehicle Show and Shine Entry & Driver plus (1) passenger admission and show bag with loads goodies from our sponsors.
Walk in admission/extra passenger $5.00 All VW’s have the opportunity to park in the Show grounds.
Pre-Pay your Show and Shine entry online! visit www.vwclub.com.au Payment (Pay Pal.) can be made via the VWCV web site.
DOTVW Pre-Paid Incentive Pack
• Entry forms have been created for modified vehicles with an expansion of judging criteria and categories
This year the club is offering a DOTVW Pre-Pay Registration Incentive Pack for early Show and Shine registration for the 2009 DOTVW. Each pack will contain a receipt of payment, Show and Shine Registration Sticker for your VW windscreen and a coupon for a limited edition collectors DOTVW 2009 T-Shirt. This T-Shirt coupon can be presented on the day at the Club Stand for collection.
• Introduction of a judges’ choice award. This may go to a vehicle which does not generate a high score but may be of special interest due to being:
Pre-Paid entries close Monday 2nd of November
An historically significant vehicle A one owner original car well preserved A modified vehicle with an individual concept that is new to the VW scene • Under Body judging has been removed from the judging criteria and has been reserved for future Concourse events We are looking forward to the Day of the Volkswagen being a fun day for all and realise that while many great cars will be on display, not everyone can win. Judges will try to ensure that the judging will be fair for all who enter. Good luck to all.
Pre-paid entry can be purchased online at www.vwclub.com.au and at the September, October and November club meetings.
What Do You Need To Do? • visit www.vwclub.com.au and complete the DOTVW Show & Shine entry form or • Complete the DOTVW Show & Shine entry form on the back of this page • Make sure you have your name, address and telephone number clearly written on the form • Attach a $20 cheque or money order payable to the Volkswagen Club of Victoria • Send the entry form and your cheque or money order to: VOLKSWAGEN CLUB OF VICTORIA GPO Box 1215 MELBOURNE VIC 3001 A DOTVW Pre-Paid Pack will be mailed out 2 weeks prior to the event.
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Show and Shine Entry Form Sunday 15th November 2009 Cranbourne Racecourse
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ENTRY CATEGORY
Standard
ENTRY CATEGORY
Modified
(select one below category only).
(select one below category only).
BEETLE
GOLF
BEETLE
GOLF
Standard Beetle up to _57
Standard Golf Mk1 & 2
Modified Beetle up to 1967
Modified Golf (All Years)
Standard Beetle up to _67
Standard Golf Mk 3 & 4
Modified Beetle 1968 ON
Standard Beetle 1968 on
Standard Golf Mk 5 & 6
New Beetle All KOMBI
OTHER MODELS
KOMBI
OTHER MODELS
Standard Kombi 1950 to 1967
Water cooled Pre 2000
Modified Kombi up to 1967
Modified Karmann Ghia
Kombi Baywindow 1968 ON
Water cooled 2000 ON
Modified Bay Kombi 1968 ON
Modified Type 3 & 4
Transporter T3, T4 & T5
Standard Type 3 & 4
Best Audi
Kombi Camper All Years
Standard Karmann Ghia
Kit Car & Variants
Sychros All Models
Best Original Rat Best Modified Rat
OFFICIAL USE ONLY (Please leave below Judging areas free).
OFFICIAL USE ONLY (Please leave below Judging areas free).
JUDGING CATEGORIES
BONUS POINTS (Standard cars only)
JUDGING CATEGORIES
Body and Paint
/10
Period Appearance of Paint
/1
General Appearance
/10
Interior/Upholstery
/10
Period Appearance of Car
/1
Body Work & Paint
/10
Under Bonnet/Storage
/10
Standard Headlights/Tail lights
/1
Engine
/10
Body Moulds and Trims
“Interior, Upholstery, Steering Wheel, and Instrumentation”
/10
/1
Under Bonnet & Storage Areas
/10
Engine & Transmission
/10
Bonus Points Originality
/12
Standard Engine Type
/1
SUB-TOTAL
/52
Standard Exhaust Type
/1
Standard Carburettor
/1
Innovation (Eg. Handmade Body Parts or Retrofitted Tailights.)
/10
Standard Wheel Type & Size
/1
TOTAL
/70
Standard Type Seats
/1
Standard Type Carpets
/1
Standard Type Headlining
/1
Original Accessory
/1
BONUS POINTS Current Models (+1 Point/year since manufacture. Current Production Models Only.)
/5
TOTAL
SUB-TOTAL
“Wheels, Tires & Suspension”
/12
Total Score
Total Score
Entry Number
OFFICIAL USE ONLY (Please leave Entry Number area free).
ENTRANT USE (Please fill out the below areas).
VEHICLE DETAILS
OWNER DETAILS
Registration
Name
Year of Manufacture
Address
Colour Telephone
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VWCV General Meetings
Membership Application
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Melbourne Club meetings are held every fourth Tuesday of every month at 8pm at Bell’s Hotel, 157 Moray St, South Melbourne, unless advised of an alternative venue in the Club Newsletter.
Membership Application also available at the VWCV website www.vwclub.com.au
VWCV Annual Membership Fees • Single One Year Full Membership $55 • Single 3 Year Full Membership $150 • Additional Family Membership $20 (per extra member). • Membership Joining Fee $10 (first year members only). To join the Club, please complete the membership form inside this Newsletter and forward together with cheque for payment to the Club’s postal address as quoted on the form.
Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc. Membership Officer GPO Box 1215 MELBOURNE VIC 3001 Phone 0420 967 948 Name(s)
VWCV membership also available on line www.vwclub.com.au
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President Dean Holden Vice-President Brian Reed 9481 5673 breed@bigpond.net.au Secretary TBA Treasurer John Farlow 0418 357 416 farlowj@internex.net.au Additional Committee Members John Stevens, Andrew Ermel, Chris Scane and Tony Albers Public Officer John Stevens john.stevens@justice.vic.gov.au Motorsports Co-ordinator TBA Social Secretary TBA Membership Secretary Andrew Mengyel 0420 967 948 vwcvmembership@yahoo.com.au Technical Officer Bill Malkoutzis & Andrew Ermel Editor TBA wagensville@hotmail.com Assistant Editors Andrew Ermel 03 9369 1360 AndrewE@brimbank.vic.gov.au, Michael Cronin 0419 684 181 Web Master TBA Advertising Manager Dean Holden Club Historian Chris Scane 0417 593 573 historian@vwclub.com.au
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