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The Classic Marque
October 2010
Monthly Newsletter of the
Jaguar Drivers Club of South Australia
75 Years on
&
“Still Sensational”
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Patron: H. Noel Roscrow AM
Your Management Committee
President: Rick Luff
Mobile: 0411 426 913
Email: [email protected]
Vice President: Bob Charman
Mobile: 0421 482 007
Email: [email protected]
Treasurer: Mark Goodwin
Mobile: 0488 158 151
Email: [email protected]
Secretary: Peter Holland
Phone: 8271 0048
Email: [email protected]
Editor: Pete and Kathy Taylor
Phone: 8288 0220
Mobile: 0422 563 876
Email: [email protected]
Member Secretary: Noel Trew
Phone: 8172 2071
Email: [email protected]
Events Coordinator: Di Adamson
Mobile: 0407862758
Email: [email protected]
Web Editor: Tom Herraman
Mobile: 0423 214 644
Email: [email protected]
Register Secretaries:
XK, MK 7,8,9 – Julian Lugg 0417882930
SS & Daimler – Malcolm Adamson
MK 1,2,S,420 – Geoff Thomas 83743228
V12 – Roger Adamson 0421052518
XJ, 420G, MK10 – Bob Charman 8248 4111
E-Type – Alan Baker 0429097729
Multi-Valve – Ron Palmer
Club Services
Technical Officer: Geoff Mockford
Phone: 8231 1233 (Bus) 0438 768 770
Regalia: Sue White and Judy Sterzl – 8270 7080, 8322 5126
Librarian – Tom & Marj Brindle 8387 0051
Historic Vehicle Registration Inspectors:
North: – Don Evans 8251 1575
Central:– Evan Spartalis 8362 8116
Geoff Mockford 8223 1997
South:– Onslow Billinghurst 8325 1971
Log Books:
Peter Holland: 8271 0048
Club Representatives:
Australian Council of Jaguar Clubs – ACJC
Bob Charman 8248 4111
Federation of Historic Motoring - FHMC
Don Tyrell 8371 0015
0417 818069
Marque Sports Car Association - MSCA
Barry Kitts 8391 1759
All British Day: Neil Raw TBA
Front cover
9 vehicles driven by pushrod engines drove to Wagga Wagga for the 75th Anniversary of the name
'Jaguar'. They were joined by Victoria, NSW & Qld - SS Registers and all up, 49 vehicles including 1
Standard, 5 SS, 1 SS Jaguar with the rest being Mk1V & MkV including several drophead coupe's.
Some interstate cars even returned to Adelaide for the Bay to Birdwood.
Fox Creek Winery A Class Metal Finishers
Sports Car Centre– Kent Town
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MINUTES OF THE GENERAL
MEETING OF THE JDCSA
7TH SEPTEMBER 2010
Meeting opened by the President, Rick Luff
Apologies: Bill Pryor, Ray Thomas, Trish Clark, Bill & Barb Mayman, Bruce Fletcher, Evan Spatalis
Guests: Paul Greenwood – Mk1 3.4, XJ6 S2
New Member - Matt
Business Arising from Previous Meeting Minutes - None
Vice-President’s Report:
Jag Day Committee Meeting at Bob Charman’s, 18th Sept 2010 at 10.00am
Expect General Manager of Jaguar Australia to attend Jag Day
Annual Dinner Saturday, 30th October. $45 per head at the International Hotel on Anzac Highway. Moving slowly, Bob has plenty of tickets
Christmas Race Day at Murray Bridge Sunday 5th December. Cost will be $50pp so far 38 people going.
Bay To Birdwood Sunday, 26th Sept, Tickets still available.
Showed Log Book covers to be given to Register secretaries to be given to members
Secretary
ANZ Statement
Invoice for $50 from Federation Special interest group – Federation has agreed to help with registration
Log Books have increased from $1 to $2
National Library Australia asked for copies of Classic Marque.
Various Club magazines received.
General
Sue Harrison re Multivalve Meander
Ray Smithers – Fickle Finger of Fate, please speak to Ray tonight.
Annual General Meeting
Presidents report Submitted (refer specific minutes following)
Vice Presidents report Submitted (refer specific minutes following)
Secretary report Submitted
Treasurers report Submitted
Editor – thanked members who contributed thanks for support. Doug Harrison urged members to contribute
Web Editor – Reported on progress over the year. Asked for contributions, more than 20,000 hits. Cool wall up and running, articles page – First 10 years. Tom invited members to assist and learn.
Events coordinator – NTR, encouraged members to contact her re events.
20 YEAR Membership:
Rod Bradke, Chris Lake & Neil Porter
Malcolm Adamson – Border Run to Wagga for 75th anniversary of Jaguar. Malcolm gave a talk on the history of Jaguar.
Election Results for Committee Positions
President – Rick Luff
Vice President – Bob Charman
Secretary – Peter Holland
Treasurer – Tim White
Membership Secretary – Noel Trew
Editor – Pete & Kathy Taylor
Web Editor – Tom Herraman
Event Coordinator – Di Adamson
Librarian – Tony & Marj Brindle
ACJC – Bob Charman
Federation of MS – Neil M
MSCA – Barry Kit
Register Secretaries
SS & Pushrod: Malcolm Adamson
Compact: Geoff Thomas
Multivalve: Ron Palmer
XJ: Bob Charman
E-Type: alan Baker
V12: Roger Adamson
Xk, 7, 8, 9: Julian Lugg
Rick thanked those attending the GM.
Meeting closed 8.40pm
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PRESIDENTS REPORT
October 2010
Firstly, thanks for entrusting the leadership our club to me for another year. Rest assured that I and the rest of the executive committee will be working hard to make the next twelve months as much fun as the last were.
Each month I have the opportunity to read the magazines from the various Jaguar clubs around the country. While most contain articles that add to my car knowledge or are entertaining in some way, there are the occasional pieces that are so topical and pertinent that they deserve to be distributed widely. Not surprisingly they often take the form of a President’s monthly report. Brian Todd is the President of the Jaguar Drivers Club of Australia (NSW) and his August 2010 President’s report really struck a chord with me; not just the motorsport aspect but a couple of other things as well. I have included it here, with Brian’s permission, in the hope that it might offer an “aha” moment for our members, as it did for me.
“As we age, parts of us disappear. I’m not talking about vanishing limbs but about vanishing abilities. The adage “use it or lose it” is pertinent.
How does this affect us?? As drivers we are perhaps not as sharp as we used to be and more importantly, we may not be aware of our diminishing abilities.
When I was in my twenties and a uni student, I created income by being a driving instructor. Because of this I became conscious of my position as a driver and made myself as good a driver as I could be. Over time sloppiness drifted into my driving to the point where thirty years later I became aware of the slump and took myself to an improved driving course. As a result of this I became interested in racing and began my involvement with this club.
Racing has kept me sharp. It has reminded me of the danger of driving day to day and the awareness which we must carry to our regular driving. Once again I drive the suburban streets with my hands in the “ten to two” position. I am aware again that I’m driving a deadly weapon. I look for other drivers to make mistakes, because I believe, as I used to say to my students, that “if you expect the other driver to do the wrong thing then you will react appropriately when it happens!” Success in driving the streets is to drive defensively.
I am now in my sixties. It’s an age I carry happily as I’m as fit now as when I was twenty. But I am still active in business and have many urgent decisions demanded daily, so my mind is still alert….well…perhaps diminished after a few reds following a days’ racing but you know what I mean. And I have now been given a remarkable “toy” for a recent birthday. This is a hand-held electronic gizmo and I don’t want to specifically advertise so you’ll have to ask me (…sshh…ok, it’s made by Nintendo…) but it is an electronic device with a series of games/tests that are mentally challenging. It judges you after exercises and will rate your brain age and this of course is the figure to beat daily. This is a terrific stimulant and if I ever retire I will be recharging myself daily with this system. As of now I use it as a bit of fun and a challenge…but God, don’t let me slip back in brain-age! I’m way too competitive to let my brain be judged as recessive.
So what else can you do? Well, as a car club member, I would guess that you enjoy driving and may have even been tempted by racing.
I will say again that my introduction to racing was after a driving course which I undertook to sharpen my focus. The course lead to supersprints, which are open to absolutely ANYONE who wants to take a car onto the track. You will be staggered to learn how your skills sharpen when there is a little speed involved. And DON’T!!! think that supersprints are reckless and dangerous. You enter at the level to which you are suited and progress if you want.
You have one life. Live it to the full. If you are a fair driver and want to sharpen your driving I suggest that you give Guy a call ( sporting register secretary 9653 1913) and find out just how easy and cheap it is to involve yourself in entry level motor sport. Your driving will improve, your car will improve and you’ll meet a great bunch of JDCA members already involved.
If you’re interested give Guy or me a call, or better still, talk to us about it at a meeting…the next one is Tuesday 17th August…hope to see you there.”
Brian Todd
President
Jaguar Drivers Club of Australia
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The Bay to Birdwood, Fort Glanville tour and Round 3 of the Supersprints are done and dusted, with SA Jag Day and the Annual Presentation Dinner just a few weeks off. After that it really gets busy!
See you on the road (or track).
Rick Luff
AGM VICE PRESIDENT REPORT
SEPTEMBER 2010
It’s hard to believe that it is 12 months since the last A.G.M. Whilst taking on the position of Vice President with a slight tongue in cheek, I have grown to fully enjoy the position and would love to do it again.
I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate a few people. Firstly, our President Rick Luff, In his first year, he has steered the club forward, he has instigated member rewards, register incentives, controlled the Executive and contributed to a healthier bank balance.
Secondly, Peter Holland. Peter is a foundation member of this club and is still prepared to give up his time and share his knowledge with us. Peter should be an inspiration to us all, as he is an example that you will only get out of club that which you are prepared to give.
Thirdly, members of our Executive are the backbone of our club. They are prepared to give up that little bit of extra time and effort to ensure that the club is run in a professional manner.
Last, but not least, are the Register Secretaries. These people, I believe, are the grass roots people of the club. This year has been a huge success due in part to the efforts of these people. All registers recorded good numbers this year and I’m sure that this reflects directly on them. It is important to support your registers, because as I said earlier, you will only get out what you put in and the more numbers you have, the easier it becomes.
We have also recorded our best numbers for some time at our General meetings and again this reflects on our registers, and our thanks to them for providing the suppers. I would also like to say thanks to the following for making the general meetings so enjoyable, Noel, Tim, Sue and Judy. Tom and Marj and Barry up the back.
Cheers and happy motoring to all
Bob Charman
AGM
SECRETARAY’S REPORT7
SEPTEMBER 2010
The position of secretary has run routinely over the past year, with two things of interest for me to report on.
First, it has been a source of great personal pleasure to make contact with our Patron, Noel Roscrow, who I have known for many years. The Club has not actively involved Noel in its events for quite sometime and as many of you will recall he attended our outing at Fox Creek Winery where many friendships were renewed. I am pleased to also advise Noel will be attending our coming SA Jaguar Day, before departing for Melbourne the next day. He has indicated that he would like to have a Club day at his home on Hindmarsh Island, and this will be planned for 2011. Noel’s interest and passion for our Club and its members has not diminished over the years.
Secondly, Conditional Registration has occupied a significant amount of time, as I reported a year ago. This year 260 logbooks have been processed, comprising both revalidations and the issue of first time logbooks. Of these at least 50% have required replacement due to expiry of the current logbook, making the time involved even greater. Each replacement involves cancellation and recording of the expired logbook followed by the issuing and recording of the new book. The one fascinating part of this task is getting an overview of the vehicles we have on Historic Registration. As a result of an apparently a less flexible approach by the powers to be, for example non-Jaguar vehicles in a one make club such as ours, a change to the Constitution was proposed and passed to protect the Club and its members. At the same time the change meant that all aspects relating to Conditional Registration could be brought together in the one clause.
In conclusion I would like to thank my fellow committee members for their support and an enjoyable, and I believe, very productive year and I would also like to especially thank Ros for her support and encouragement.
Peter Holland
Secretary
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SS and Pushrod Engine Register
APOLOGIES
As I had to print the CM one day early, the minutes for the SS did not make the Hard copy of
the CM. Apologies for those who receive the hard copy CM but for those who have a
computer, they will be on the internet next week when I return from holidays.
Pete and Kath (editors)
SS JAGUAR PUSHROD GATHERING AT
WAGGA WAGGA September 17th-20th
This gathering is an extension of the Border Runs which we have been doing for
about 35 years with the Victorians.
In 2005 a combined meeting with South Australia, Queensland, N S W, and Victoria Jaguar car clubs was held in Parks. A second was held in Bathurst in 2008. This year it was the South Australian SS Register’s turn to organise and Wagga Wagga was selected.
The following South Australians participated:
Malcolm Adamson - MK IV DHC
Margaret & Don Evans - MK IV
Margaret &Bob Krestschmer - SS Jaguar 1939 1 ½ L
Jan & Ross Rasmus - SS1 (Pictured)
Betty & Ross Gogler - MK IV
Jean & Jack Richardson - MK V
Dennis Siddall & Val - MK V
Judy & John Caskey - MK 2
Lorraine & Jim Temby - Jaguar Series 1
Judy & Bob Lynch - Porsche
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Friday night was a meet and greet. Saturday saw a display of Jaguars for the public and then lunch at The Wagga Wagga Winery, followed by fun at the races with Jaguars made from wood with each state competing against each other.
Saturday night, Malcolm Adamson welcomed everyone and unveiled the 75 Year Banner. It looked spectacular as it was unfolded.
Malcolm and his daughter Maryanne Hobbs distributed badges commemorating this event at Wagga Wagga.
Saturday 18th is the closest to the Saturday night on September 21st 75 years ago when William Lyons presented to his agents the newly designed car and with the new name of SS Jaguar. The new designed pushrod motor was also introduced.
A video of the “75 Years of Jaguar” was shown (obtained through the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust, England)
Sunday a drive to Junee where photos were taken from the top of the old flour mill of all the cars assembled below. Participants then visited Junee sights and surrounding areas.
Sunday night was a dinner and presentation of prizes.
109 people and 49 SS, SS Jaguars and Jaguars attended the weekend.
The Local Daily Advertiser gave this event ½ page story before and after the weekend.
Ross Rasmus
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Minutes of the Compact Register held at the home of Phillip & Sue Pryor on the
10th August 2010
Present: Geoff & Marg Thomas, Philip & Sue Prior, Ray Thomas, Noel & Jo Orford, Peter &
Roz Holland, Tom & Marj Brimble, Doug Tilley & Judy Sturzl.
Apologies: Colin & Marg Haese, Noel & Carmel Trew, Bill Jones, Tim & Sue White.
Business Arising: Annual dinner tickets available tonight.
Five marshals will be required for Jag Day. Please see Geoff regarding roster.
Ray to follow up on the price of 18th scale models.
Has anybody been having trouble downloading and printing the magazine?
Please supply photos of your car for the calendar as soon as possible. Two photos per car
please. Send these to [email protected]
Cool Wall photos required
Christmas celebrations will take place on Sunday 12th December at the Normanville Hotel
for lunch.
Car Talk
Phil: NTR
Ray: stainless steel exhaust system and mufflers have been fitted (growls nicely)
Noel: NTR
Peter: behaving, new heater tap. Daimler turned over
Tom: winter hibernation NTR, photo sent to Cool Wall
Doug: Jag has come home, other garage no longer available
Geoff: NTR
Phil gave us a very interesting talk about his life (including all of his cars)
Phil & Sue were both born in NSW and have had many Fords and Holdens. Phil has fully
restored an MGA. His main claim to fame is when he had his Calais stolen in 09 and then
discovered that it had been used in approx 35 chemist shop robberies in Victoria.
Many thanks to Sue & Phil for their hospitality.
Next meeting at the home of Geoff & Marg Thomas on 12th October 8374 3228
Minutes of the Multivalve (XJ40 to current series) held at the home of Reg & Sue
Wymond – Tuesday, 27th July 2010
Apologies, no minutes for the Hard Copy CM. Internet will be updated on my
return from holidays. Editor
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Minutes of the XJ, Mk 10 & 420G Register Meeting held at Shannon’s Clubrooms,
863 South Rd Wednesday, 8th September 2010
Present: Bob & Daphne Charman, Martin O‟Dea, Roy Malandain, Martin O‟Dea, Darryl &
Fay Leyton, Evan Spartalis, John & Claire Evans, Hayden Isaac, Pete Taylor, Rick Luff,
James Mann, Noel & Carmel Trew, Don Tyrrell, Matt Gill and Serge Stebellini.
Apologies: Kathy Tyrrell, Steve Attard, Ray & Barb Offe, Graeme Moore, Anne-Marie
Pijanka, Borys Potiuch, Kathy Taylor.
New Members: Matt Gill
Guests: Serge Stebellini
General Business
Our Register Christmas Dinner will be held on Saturday the 27th November on the
H.M.S. BUFFALO at Glenelg. The cost will be $35 per head. This includes a 3 course
meal and a few surprises. Names can now be given to Bob. We have 28 already.
The week end trip to Renmark with the Compact Register was discussed. The date for
this event is November the 20th. Rooms are almost full, so don‟t delay, contact Geoff
Thomas of the Compact register.
The Jag Day for 17th of October was discussed. The committee‟s next meeting is at
Bob‟s place on Saturday the 18th at 10am. Morning tea provided.
Bob gave details of the Xmas Race Day at Murray Bridge on Sunday the 5th of
December. Cost will be the same as last year, $50 per head. Full details will be
announced shortly. Names can be given to Bob. We have 42 people so far.
Bob has the tickets for the Bay to Birdwood on Sunday the 26th of September.
Gumeracha Hospital lunch and viewing available. Only two tickets left.
Bob gave details of the XK‟s day at Fort Glanville on Sunday the 19TH of September.
Contact Rob Smith of the XK register about this event.
Bob advised the meeting how well the A.G.M. went last night. It was one of the biggest
turn outs for some years. About 80 people.
The position of Regalia is still up for grabs. The meeting discussed the possibility of a
club jacket or polo shirt.
The club has obtained new log book covers for our members. These are free and a vote
of thanks should go to our Executive Committee for coming up with the idea. Log book
members were given one at our meeting tonight.
Claire Evans advised us that a new page on our web site will be called „Jag Wags‟. This
site will have recipes, patterns etc. Darryl Leyton is laid up with the shoulder operation
at the moment. I think a good pair of knitting needles will do the shoulder the world of
good.
Also it is Fay Leyton‟s birthday next week. I‟m told it‟s somewhere between 40 and
50???
Bob informed the meeting that the General Manager of Jaguar Australia might be
coming to our Jag Day. Well, I can tell you all that he is definitely coming and will
address our members at the lunch at the Cruising Yacht Club and then be shown around
the members‟ cars so that you can meet him personally.
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Car Talk
Martin O‟Dea: He says he has reached the height of incompetence. The other day the
interior lights would not switch off so he drove straight to the auto electrician, where the
young lad got in and told Martin that the switch was on. Martin had accidentally turned it
on with his knee. The next day he noticed that the car was leaking petrol. He rang his old
mates at the R.A.A. but, before they arrived, he found the return valve on the right tank
was working but the left hand one wasn‟t. He thought he would test the Mechanical
wizards‟ knowledge. You guessed it! They couldn‟t find anything wrong until Martin pointed
it out. He says that these guys couldn‟t find a Priest in the Vatican.
Bob & Daph Charman: The car is going into the paint shop on Monday the 13th to fix
some small problems.
Roy Malandain: Car going well. Bought the battery trickle charger.
Darryl & Fay Leyton: N.T.R. Darryl still not allowed to drive. Doctors orders.
Evan Spartalis: N.T.R.
John & Claire Evans: John did the upper ball joints and wishbone on the XJ. He was
pleased with the result and how easy it was. He can now tell any one how to do it. He did
however get a nasty ticket for parking in a bike lane.
Hayden Isaac: Alternator fixed by Ernie. Hasn‟t driven lately because of the weather.
Pete & Kath Taylor: XJ Coupe - changed the alternator and waiting for the dyno tune. The
XJS going fine.
James Mann: Going well. Took it to work. Left the Volvo home.
Noel & Carmel Trew: Back from jet setting all over the place and the Mk 2 and the XJ are
going fine.
Don Tyrrell: One Mk10 going well, new battery. The other one having the brakes done.
Took the X300 to Mildura and was suitably impressed. He had forgotten just how good
Jags are on the open road.
Matt Gill: Had the XJ about 12 months and no major issues. Just brings it out now and
again. Bought it from a car yard in Adelaide. Needs new battery. 222.000kms when he
bought it.
Serge Stebellini: Bought a 1972 XJ Series 2 in 2006 for $200. Pulled it apart and rebuilt it
and sold it a few months later for $6500. Now looking for another Jag to drive.
Rick Luff: XJS changed the spark plug leads. Got them from U.S.A. cheaper then here.
Going OK. Window gearing mechanism had it. Needs replacing. The race car went well until
it ran out of brakes, caused by doing two successive races and the brake fluid got a little
warm. Has new racing fluid so should solve the problem.
Ann-Marie Pijanka: Per email Anne-Marie informs us that she is steadily working on her XJ.
With fuel tanks, shockers, door regulators etc she hopes to see us all again on Jag Day.
Meeting closed 8.45pm
Next meeting: Wednesday, 13th October, 2010.
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ACJC MEETING – AUGUST, 2010
The latest meeting of the delegates to the ACJC took place on Sunday, 15th
August, 2010 and here are some of the key points from that meeting.
Jaguar Australia
Kevin Goult is the newly appointed General Manager of Jaguar Australia. Born 3 kms from Browns
Lane Kevin joined Rover/Land Rover at the age of 16. After completing his apprenticeship he spent
10 years in engineering being one of the designers of the X350. Transferring to sales with Land Rover,
Kevin returned to Jaguar after moving to Australia 5 years ago.
Kevin reported on the recent successful Australian launch of the XJ in Queensland. Five vehicles
were flown in for journos to test with part of the time being spent on a 300km Nurburgring-type course
with hills, curves and the like. Phil King in a recent piece rated the XJ very highly whilst the story is
told of a customer who had always wanted a Jaguar and traded in his Toyota Corolla for a $240k XJ.
Major points noted by Kevin included:
Mike O’Driscoll, the new Managing Director at Jaguar, plans to come to the Sydney Motor Show this year. Jaguar will display 3 XF’s (in which people can sit) plus a limited edition white XKR and an XJ Super Sport 375Kw
The call for the diesel variant of the XF is very high now fuel at the pump is better. In the UK 50% of sales are for the diesel and journos have praised it highly.
Jaguar is basking in the success of the XJ with 1,000 sold in the UK and 500-600 in the USA since launch. In China in their first month 104 were sold. Manufacturing will happen in China in order to avoid the prohibitive taxes on imported cars.
25,000 XF’s have been sold in the UK whilst in Australia 72 were sold in July, The XF entry level price of $99,990 including metallic paint is a winner. To achieve this slight variations have been made such as a 10-way seat in lieu of a 14-way one. The 17” inch wheels have been well accepted along with the slightly reduced leather specification.
JA has been accommodating the idea of supplying custom-designed vehicles for customers now rather than in many months. This can be done since, with lower sales volume, JA is more nimble. They will airfreight cars out if appropriate thereby saving 6 weeks in the process. Only two other suppliers will do this, Ferrari and Maserati.
Jaguar Financial Services, underwritten by Capital Finance, has been established.
There is uncertainty as to how the Jaguar/Volvo mix currently operating in some dealerships will go following the sale of Volvo to China. Increased co-operation in order to strengthen the group will take place between the 19 Jaguar and 34 Land Rover dealerships. There is likely to be two to three new service centres and the Newcastle dealership is about to open.
National Concours Trophies. Following the decision of the ACJC delegates last year to award six
extra trophies to encourage increased participation in the National Concours, and to address the
imbalance previously existing in favour of older cars, a submission was received suggesting that the
Chassis-based category should be split into three viz:
(1) SS, Mark IV, Mark V, (2) Mark VII, Mark VIII, Mark IX & (3) XK120, XK140, XK150, C-Type, D-
Type
Whilst fully aware that the C and D do not have a chassis, it was decided to maintain them in the
group which shares the XK prefix. The Council agreed to expand the “Chassis” category hoping this
will be an incentive to owners of cars in those three groupings to enter the various Concours in larger
numbers than has been the case of recent years.
D’Etat: A submission received proposed more recognition be given to entrants in the d’Etat category.
The Council believes that d’Etat is but a stepping-stone to entry within the d’Elegance category but
agreed to the suggestion that two trophies be awarded in addition to the overall winner’s trophy. One
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will be for the best car built during the life of Sir William Lyons whilst the other will be for the post-
Lyons era.
It was suggested to the Council that the word “Concours” be dropped from the name “Concours d’Etat”
to mitigate against the misuse of the word by some people when selling their vehicle. The Council
decided that it was the responsibility of buyers to ascertain the worth of any claim to be a Concours-
winner and hence affirmed maintaining the title “Concours d’Etat”
2011 Rally: The Rally, celebrating 50 years of the E-Type, will be held from 22nd
April to 25th April with
the Post Rally Tour concluding in Cootamundra the following Saturday. NR Headquarters at the newly
refurbished “Pavilion” on Northbourne Avenue provides secure parking behind locked gates operated
by a swipe card. The Display Day and Concours will be on the Patrick White lawns located between
the National Library and the southern shores of Lake Burley Griffin.
Full details are on the website www.jaguarnationalrally2011.org.au and registrations are now open.
2012 Rally: The Council approved a request the Rally in 2012 be held away from the traditional Easter
period, commencing on Friday 27th April. The Rally theme will be “The Future” with headquarters in
Como. Planning is underway for pre-weekend activities involving local and interstate members. The
Concours will be in the Supreme Court Gardens on the Swan River, close to the city.
ACJC Financials
The Council operated with a slight surplus of $1,341 related to the 2009-2010. This result is less than
the previous year following higher expenditure related to Trophy maintenance. Continued
containment of travel and meeting expenses, together with higher interest income due to tight
management of reserves, had contributed to this satisfactory situation.
Bob Charman
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Paddy met Mick in the street and Mick said, 'Paddy, will you draw your bedroom
curtains before making love to your wife in future?'
'Why?' Paddy asked.
'Because', said Mick 'all the street was laughing when they saw you making love
yesterday.'
Mick said, 'Silly buggers - the laugh's on them. I wasn't home yesterday!!'
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WEEKEND CLUB RUN 12TH NOVEMBER 2010
COOO-EEE Cobbers, were going to the
Coorong, AGAIN.
Our destination will be Meningie, on the shores of Lake Albert, which should
have bulk water right up to the lawn edge by the time we get there. We
have booked 6 powered sites and 2 en-suite cabins at the Lake Albert
Caravan Park (Top Tourist) arriving Friday 12th November, departing Sunday
14th November 2010 (you can extend these dates if you personally require).
You can discuss deposit requirements with the Park Management, Mark or
Tania, as required. The pre-booking we have made will only be held until
the week prior, so get in quick and book your spot.
Those wishing to attend should ring the caravan park direct to book your
personal requirements on Fax/Phone (08) 8575 1411, Email [email protected]
and advise Ray or Barbara Offe on 8389 4436 of your participation. As the
“hosts” we can discuss whether dinner on Saturday is preferred at the
Meningie Cheese Factory Museum Restaurant being a short walk, as it is next
to the Caravan Park.
Look forward to your company.
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Minutes of the V12 Register Meeting at Roger & Di Adamson’s home 10th September
2010
Present: Rick Luff, Pete and Kath Taylor, Murray DeLaine, Noel and Carmel Trew, Stuart
and Fiona Sturgess, Tom and Mardi Herriman, Brian and Sue Walker, Ivan and Janine
Cooke, Roger, Di and Scott Adamson
Apologies: Maryanna Delaine
BUSINESS:
Welcome to new member and return of previous member.
Reminder of events coming up – Jag Day, JDCSA Annual Dinner.
Marshalls required for Jag Day.
CAR TALK
Stuart 1980 XJS had for 10 years. Papers were good however I have spent more than
anyone else. New steering rack, interior lining, air cond, timing chain, water pump and
seals all done. Garage floor is now clean.
Ivan Haven‟t done much. XJ12 S1 not much done since engine back. Done work on
Janine/s XJ12 S2. Been painted. Interior to be finished off. Cooling system done and
pipes/seals/hoses changed. XJS going well. Janine loves her car. They make a nice
couple.
Murray XJ40 6Ltr had out couple of times lately, going well. Injectors done and now
running better. Other cars all going well.
Roger Showed the faulty A Clutch Drum from the XK8. This turned out to be a known
problem with the early 5 speed ZF Gear Box. Expensive exercise. Replaced the EType
Oil Pressure sender which appears to have solved a problem. Going like a gun since Brian
did timing chain tensioners on her.
Rick Burgundy XJS on hoist. New spark plug leads helped. Perhaps timing chain will
help. Will replace motor and gears in window. Race Car now has racing brake fluid which
should help. 500 ml can be $150 of racing brake fluid. Rick bought racing brake fluid from
Martini Racing which is cheaper and lasts longer. Going well.
Pete V12 has a slight miss in the ignition system. XJC running well with new
alternator. Still needs tune up.
Noel 2.4 plus 4.2 should make us eligible. Carmel is selling tickets for the Dinner
Dance.
Tom Looking at TWR on web and a 1 owner Red XJS for $10,000 but not probably the
best with the baby on the way. Web is being hit all over the world.
Brian Gliptone leather conditioner – smear on and leave in sun and it‟s all gone. Is
great conditioner. Sovereign had it for sale Conditioner for Sale $25 , wholesale is 2pounds
70. If you want Gliptone products Conditioner 7pound 50 including freight. We can buy a
litre can of conditioner 26pounds 75. Air freshener avail 4 pound buy 2 get one free.
Makes car smell like the day you bought it. Smells great. Rick suggested perhaps club
could order product. Gliptone Leather Care also has dyes and chrome magic.
www.liquidleather.com Ph: 0011441706819365
Perhaps Register run could be segments from Classic Adelaide for next year.
NEXT MEETING: 7 for 7.15pm on Friday 8th October at Roger and Di‟s.
All welcome.
Roger Adamson,
Register Secretary
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Minutes of the XK, 7, 8, 9 Register held at the home of Julian & Moira Lugg – 1st
September 2010
Present: Rod & Peg Davis, Rob & Vicki Loffler, Robin Ide, John Dunning, Julian & Moira
Lugg, Richard Smith, John Williams, Ivor Lawrence.
Apologies: Peter & Judy Goodale, Rob Smith, Ossie & Rayeena Petrucco, Carla Smith,
Roger, Di & Scott Adamson, Onslow & Wendy Billinghurst, Jenny & Russell Clarke, Peter &
Ros Holland, Diedre Ide, Doug & Sue Harrison, Lindsey Williams.
Business:
Julian is new register secretary and has emailed notes from last meeting – members
wished to receive minutes by email as well as in Classic Marque.
Fort Glanville visit 19th Sept meet at 1pm for BYO picnic lunch in the grounds – enter
car park area off Bower Road (organised by Rob Smith).
Calendar of events – Sept 5th XJ run to Cudlee Creek, Sept 7th JDC meeting (consider
nominating for executive positions), Sept 26th Bay to Birdwood (lunch at Gumeracha
Hospital lawns), Oct 15th – 18th Border Run, Oct 30th JDC Annual Dinner Dance
(consider organising a register table). Di is events coordinator.
Classic Adelaide developments discussed.
Border Run - Peg circulated a draft program and showed a tourist pack being
organised for the Victorians. Current numbers are 12 from Vic and 24 from SA.
Booking numbers needed from some venues. Deposits needed for Maximillians. Peg to
coordinate payments – attendees asked to pay Peg $50/head asap (or at least
$30/head deposit).
NZ run proposed by Ossie (maybe North & South Islands in Oct 2011 or Easter 2012).
Any expressions of interest to be given to Richard Smith to assess feasibility.
Register data base of restoration hints/ tips/ business contacts discussed. Robin
volunteered to prepare a draft – ideas to be sent to Robin.
Cars
Rob Loffler – XK under the covers at present.
Rod Davis – nothing to report.
Richard Smith – XK back from repairs – good job done (Ossie‟s XK has a temporary 5 litre
fuel tank!).
Robin Ide – Mk 9 off the road – timber work being restored.
Ivor Lawrence – XK still of the road being returned to original.
John Williams – XK OK but dipswitch sticking.
John Dunning – Mk 7 OK.
Julian Lugg – Has photos of his XK competing in Brighton Speed Trials and British Hill
Climbs in the early 1950‟s.
Thank you to Julian & Moira for their hospitality.
Next meetings: Wed 6th Oct at John & Lindsey Williams home 18 Millswood Cr
Millswood.
Wed 3rd Nov at Richard & Carla Smith home 38 Jerilderie Dr Happy Valley.
Sun 5th Dec Christmas function at home of Wendy & Onslow Billinghurst.
Meeting closed and supper with shed visit followed.
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Multi-valve Meander through Hahndorf
and Stangate House – 19 September
Over twenty intrepid club members braved the drizzly weather for a guided tour of the back
streets of Hahndorf with Annie Luur Fox from the National Trust.
We saw a side of Hahndorf that is not apparent when wandering down the main street with its
trendy shops and cafes. Hahndorf was
settled in 1839 by German Lutherans
escaping religious persecution, the
town deriving its name from Captain
Dirk Hahn, the captain of the ship Zebra
which brought the settlers to South
Australia. The original design of the
town was based on a medieval
hufendorf village.
We heard about ghosts and witches and
stories of the characters that have
peopled this historic town. Several of
the original buildings are standing
including the old mill, (1864), St Michaels Lutheran Church (1859) and the Hahndorf Academy
(1857).
We learnt about the various factions in the
town in the early days and saw one of the old
schools, just one room which held 50
students.
It was interesting hearing about the struggles
that have ensued in recent times to keep
Hahndorf from falling prey to developers
even though Hahndorf was declared a State
Heritage Area in 1988.
After the hour and a half walk and medicinal
coffee, we moved on to Stangate House at Aldgate. This property is open on Sundays in September to
view the magnificent Camellia Gardens.
Along with more varieties of camellias than
can probably be seen anywhere else in South
Australia there were also masses of bulbs in
flower. A lunch was provided by the Camellia
Society volunteers in the dining room with its
welcoming log fire.
Sue Harrison
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E-Type 50th Anniversary.
The JDCSA E-Type register have begun planning their 2011 event
to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the E-Type.
With well over a hundred known E-Types in the state this should
be a spectacular event Arrangements have been made with the
National Motor Museum at Birdwood to hold the event on their
display grounds.
If anyone would like to know more details or register their interest
they can go to www.etype2011.com
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This year the Annual Dinner Dance will be held on Saturday, 30th
October at the
ADELAIDE INTERNATIONAL MOTEL
521 ANZAC HIGHWAY
GLENELG NORTH
Tickets will be $45.00 per head, and this includes:
Pre-dinner drinks and Canapés from 6.30pm to 7.00pm
Three course dinner
Two bottles of wine on each table
Music supplied by Linda McCarthy
Two lucky door prizes and Presentation trophies
BREAKING NEWS – BREAKING NEWS – BREAKING NEWS
There are still a few rooms available from as little as $85
(inc Continental Breakfast) so, make a night of it.
“Just mention the Jag Club”
A security guard will be employed to look after any cars parked on the Anzac
Highway
Tickets will be on sale from July meeting – see either Carmel Trew or Judy Sterzl
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Notice Board
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 magazine:
Michael Davies & Leslie Sheehan E Type
Robert Lovelock 1967 2+2 E Type 4.2L
The following applications listed in the June magazine have been accepted.
Chris & Lyn Tankey XJ 6 Series 1 4.2L
Martin & Melissa Ball 1997 XJ 8 3.2L
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 make these New Members welcome
at meetings and functions.
Noel Trew
Membership Secretary
GENERAL MEETING ROSTER
The Roster for the preparation of supper for the General Meeting is: Oct SS & Daimler Nov Mk 1, 2, S Type &420 Xmas meeting - TBA Jan XK, MK 7, 8, 9 Register Feb Multivalve
Register Secretaries please note: Each Register is responsible for the supply of milk and a light supper. If a register is unable to provide supper, please contact the editor (or President if unable to contact editor) and ask them to obtain supper. The Tables and chairs need to be set up by 7.30pm and all members will assist in this process along with packing up after the meeting.
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All Jaguar car enthusiasts
Autumn is a special time of the year in Canberra with its changing colours of nature and this
makes a great setting for the 42nd National Jaguar Rally in 2011. The Jaguar Drivers’ Club
of Canberra is hosting this event and has planned a full and varied program of activities that
should cater to all interests.
The theme of our Rally will be the 50th anniversary of the release of the E Type Jaguar.
There will be special displays of this model at a couple of the planned events and we are
encouraging all owners of E Type Jaguars to join in the Rally celebrations in Canberra at
Easter 2011. Of course, the nature of a National Rally is that all Jaguar owners are
encouraged to attend and the greater the variety of different Jaguar models, the better the
Rally.
Many enthusiasts use the National Rally as the means of maintaining contact with distant
friends made over the years and this helps contribute to the spirit of the event. The Rally is
also an opportunity to make new friends. We hope the plans we have for the Rally will help
bring these opportunities together.
Our Rally headquarters will be a recently refurbished hotel near the city that has secure
parking. There will be a number of accommodation options including apartments with
undercover parking. As the Canberra Rally usually attracts a large number of Jaguar
enthusiasts from around Australia, I would encourage anyone contemplating attendance to
lodge their applications early to ensure their accommodation preferences are met. In
particular, I would urge those intending to participate in the concours events to register
early to ensure the option of covered secure parking for their vehicles.
We will also have a rare print for auction at the formal dinner that portrays events at Le
Mans in the 1950’s and also has the signatures of a number of the notable Jaguar players
of that era. This is an opportunity to secure a piece of Jaguar history that is not likely to be
repeated easily. The print (and authentication documents) will be on display at the
Welcome Reception to whet your appetite.
So put Easter 2011 in your calendar for the National Jaguar Rally in Canberra. Details of
the Rally program and the registration documents are on our website at
www.jaguarnationalrally2011.org.au
We look forward to seeing you here.
Larry Roux
Rally Director
Y O U R I N V I T A T I O N T O T H E J A G U A R N A T I O N A L R A L L Y
I N C A N B E R R A 2 0 1 1
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Marque Sports Car Association of South
Australia
MSCA for 2010
Round 4
24th October. MALLALA SUPER SPRINT SERIES RD 4
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Regalia Coordinator(s)
WANTED This position is now available within the Club. It is a position that suits say an enthusiastic
couple or two couples.
During 2009 – 2010 we have reduced the stock levels with a view to changing the process for
the coordinator(s). What we have in mind is for a smaller number of product lines with the
Jaguar embroidery e.g.
1. Fleecy Vests 2. Polo Shirts – men’s and ladies 3. Caps 4. Fleecy Jumpers 5. Jackets A quantity of say 6 of each size would then be held in stock so that a member could order
on-line or at a general meeting with the coordinator(s) and the items would then be posted
or collected from a later meeting.
Ron & Claire Palmer (through Palmer Agencies) have offered to continue to supply the club
with the product lines and assist the coordinator(s) with product line choices and the
embroidery.
The club’s lock-up could be utilised for this purpose or alternatively if the member has space
at home that would be OK.
This means that at a general meeting the coordinator(s) only need bring a sample of each
size along (as the same manufacture would be used for the product lines this eliminates the
need for multiple samples). In addition to the above the various badges and other small
items would be available for sale at a meeting.
In addition the coordinator(s) would be responsible to maintain a cash float, bank sales
monies, send the banking receipt to the Treasurer, maintain stock levels, and sell Regalia at
Jag Day.
Should anyone be interested in this role please either talk to Rick or me.
Regards
Tim White
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Club & Other Events
XK 7, 8 & 9 Register: Border Run – 15, 16 & 17 October
Edithburgh Show & Shine – 3 October 2010
SA JAG DAY: 17 October 2010
Annual Dinner Dance – Saturday, 30th October at the Adelaide International Motel – 521 Anzac Hwy
North Glenelg
Climb to the Eagle: 5 November 2010
Compact / XJ Register: Weekend in Riverland Berri/Renmark 20/21 November. Murray Bridge XMAS Racing Day: 5 December 2010
JDCSA General Meeting – Xmas Meeting: 7 December 2010
Quick Reference for Register meetings
General Meeting Tuesday, 5th October 2010
Register Meetings
Compact Second Tuesday of every second month
E-Type Third Thursday of every month
Multivalve 4th Tuesday of odd Calendar months
SS & Daimler Last Wednesday of each month
XJ, Mk10 & 420G Wednesday, 13th October
XK, 7, 8, 9 Wednesday, 6th October
V12 Friday, 8th October
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CAT CLASSIFIEDS
For Sale
420 for sale. 1967 420 regal red cream
Full leather upholstery ( only 5 yrs old)
Full books and original import papers complete tool kit,
Runs well.
Brakes just been overhauled.
A bargain, at $8000. A very reluctant sale as health will
not allow me to give the car the care and attention these
cars need.
Phone John Kelly 0418 832 789
Member 2949
For Sale
1968 420, 3 Owners since new. Original rego number.
Silver Grey interior, Reconditioned engine 5,000 kms ago! Tyres good. twin stainless
exhaust. Brakes done this year. Car was on chauffeur plates early 2000s. Currently
on historic registration.
$11,000 offers considered. David Cowperwaite.
Phone (08) 8842 1880
Mobile 0419 035 946
Reluctant Sale but I need something with
airconditioning for regular Melbourne runs!
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For Sale
Mk7. In good order with only 40,000 miles on the speedo. A black car with 4 speed
gearbox. Very nice car. - POA
Contact Dennis Paech (Ph.85789021)
WANTED
XJS (late model if possible)
Prefer a manual if one exists and would like a local car. Prefer a driver but will
consider any well looked after car.
Contact Dave
Ph: 0407 481 092
(Advertisement placed - 22 Feb 2010)
WANTED
Tyre 6.7 x 16 Firestone,
Ross Rasmus Ph 8356 7041, [email protected]
Ad placed 13 May 2010
Give Away - Tyres (Must take all)
3 tyres 215/70VR15, Suit XJS HE
(2 x German Dunlops legal tread 1x Pirelli P5 50% tread
You want one - you must take all 3.
Ring Andrew 0417 890 599
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The Cat’s Giggle
A professor is sent to darkest Africa to live with a primitive tribe. He spends
years with them, teaching them reading, writing, math and science.
One day the wife of the tribe's chief gives birth to a white child. The tribe is
shocked, and the chief pulls the professor aside and says, "Look here! You're
the only white man we've ever seen and this woman gives birth to a white
child. It doesn't take a genius to figure out what happened!"
The professor replied, "No, Chief. You're mistaken. What you have here is a
natural occurrence, what we in the civilized world call an albino! Look at that
field over there. All of the sheep are white except for one black one. Nature
does this on occasion."
The chief was silent for a moment, then said, "Tell you what. You don't say
anything more about that sheep and I won't say anything more about that
white child
One day, a diver was enjoying the aquatic world 20 feet below sea level. He
noticed a guy at the same depth he was, with no scuba gear on whatsoever.
The diver went below another 10 feet, but the guy joined him a minute later.
The diver went below 15 more feet, and a minute later, the same guy joined
him.
This confused the diver, so he took out a waterproof pad and pencil, and
wrote, “Amazing! How are you able to stay this deep down without
equipment?”
The guy took the pencil and pad, erased what the diver had written, and
wrote, “I‟m drowning, you moron!”
Got a joke? Send it to the editors and we’ll put it in the CM