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Volume 55 No 12 December 2018
Celebrating our 60th year
of classic motoring
in Western Australia !
Top: Looking good at this year’s Ford T Experience
Above: A nice line-up
of vehicles at the
Chittering Branch
annual display.
Right: The Shearer of
Mannum replica built
by Doug Baker (at
right). Story inside.
December
18 South Eastern Coffee Group run
Military Section meeting
19 Parts Shed open
21 Military Section restoration shed project
23 Albany Branch event
24 Editor’s birthday
26 Parts shed CLOSED
January
1 York Branch event
South Eastern Coffee Group
2 Parts shed CLOSED
4 Military Section Restoration Group
6 Katanning & Districts meeting
7 Veteran Section meeting
8 Vintage Section meeting
9 Mid week run
Parts Shed open
10 Executive committee meeting
11 Military Section restoration group
13 Busselton Branch meeting
Esperance Branch meeting
Albany Branch meeting
14 Post Vintage Section meeting
15 South Eastern Coffee Group run
Military Section meeting
16 Parts Shed open
18 Military Section restoration group
20 Peel Branch meeting
Warren Blackwood Branch meeting
Post Vintage third Sunday run
Collie Branch meeting
23 Parts Shed open
24 Humber Rootes Group section meeting
VCC GENERAL MEETING
25 Military Section restoration group
26/27/28 Busselton Rally—entry form included
27 Albany Branch event
30 Parts Shed open
CLUB CALENDAR—Sections and Branches are re-
minded that they can update the on-line calendar on
the Club website.. If an event is not listed on the
Club’s website, then it won’t get included in the above
Next Club Meeting listing.
See the club website for information about or al-
There is no general Club meeting in December terations on events: ww.veterancarclubofwa.asn.au
Next meeting will be on 24 January 2019
Early Auto in full colour can be seen on the
Club’s website
www.veterancarclubofwa.asn.au
EARLY AUTO.
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Disclaimer:
The opinions expressed in Early Auto are those of our correspondents
and the Editor, Committee and members of the Veteran Car Club of WA
(Inc) do not necessarily agree with or endorse them.
Page 2 Early Auto December 2018
In the next year we will be looking to gauge mem-
President’s Diary bers thoughts on slightly amending our name to the Veter-
an and Classic Car Club of WA. This idea was originally
Hello members, discussed at the Country Branches meeting in May, and
was supported as a concept. The reason for looking to
Another year is almost at an broaden our name is to better reflect the large spectrum of
end and it’s another one enriched by ages of vehicles in our club, and to get rid of confusion
being part of the historic car move- that does exist with some areas of the community who
ment. We have had many highlights mistakenly think that the club is for human “Veterans”. We
this year including the opening of our want to be inclusive without throwing away 60 years of
magnificent restoration facility, improvements in many of history in our name – I support this concept and welcome
our regional locations, and some superb new restored ve- any feedback.
hicles joining our club. At this time of year we often reflect of all those who
I’m a little late submitting my article this month have helped us throughout the year – I want to really thank
(sorry Mr Editor!) but I’ve just come off a couple of lovely all volunteers that our club has. We are now a huge club
nights down south enjoying the company of fellow Veteran distributed all over the state with a huge impact on the his-
car owners. Whilst my own little Rover ended the year on toric club movement. We are helped by so many – and
a sad note, puttering around the South West on roads that proudly volunteer run……a massive thank you to all.
you normally would not go down was terrific, and great to Please stay safe during the festive season, enjoy
have members from the Goldfields, Peel and Perth partici- family and friends and have a fantastic new year.
pating. Tony
Collie Capers Report
NIGHT RUN After an early 9 am meeting twenty
SATURDAY four of us set off for Busselton via Don-
nybrook and Capel. A few showers on
23 FEBRUARY the way but a nice leisurely run saw us
2019 arrive all intact at Amelia Park Lodge for lunch. In our
own private pavilion seated at two long tables this ena-
Once again a Night Run is being organised which will bled us to chat and laugh freely whilst we waited for our
commence at the Clubrooms at 6.30pm for a 7.30pm Start food to arrive. a ‘Body Part’ quiz to get the brain into
travelling in a roundabout journey to Dave and Sue Reid’s gear was good fun. (i.e. Two students – answer
residence in Glen Forrest, similar to previous years. ‘Pupils!) After lunch we all headed in different direc-
tions some to visit the Old Gaol complex which proved
Drinks will be supplied and we ask all most interesting. Thanks go to John and Merrilyn Piva-
Entrants to bring a plate of food to nini for their organisation. (Hope I’ve spelt your name
share in a supper together. Charge correctly this time John!)
for entry is $5 per car. A survey held at the meeting saw suggestions for
club runs, social events and mine visits etc. so next
Please note: You will need to have had year’s calendar should be something to look forward to.
your evening meal before the commence- Starting in January will be a run to Yarloop to take part
ment of event. Also please bring a torch in a Car Cruise. This will help raise funds for the com-
to read rally instructions and a chair munity.
Alan Cockell is now a
Contact David on 0431 929684 or Sue on member of our Branch and his
0415 261144 vehicle of choice is a 1981 Rolls
Royce Silver Spirit Sedan which
he has owned for seven months.
Welcome to the club Alan.
Peter Briggs has in his possession his grandfa-
ther’s handwritten diary containing motoring information
from 1903. It also has notes on engine parts and the
maintenance thereof complete with illustrations. One
item from the ‘Motor Car Act 1903’ reads: Drivers – Li-
cence from Council 5/- must be shown to police on de-
mand. Fine 5 pounds each offence! That was a lot of
money in those days. More info next month.
Plans are now finalized for our 30th Anniversary
celebrations for 2nd and 3rd of March next year. Look
out for the entry form in this edition, The Sunday even-
ing function at the Collie Italian Club is limited to 100 so
‘first in , best dressed’.
Until next month, Roving Reporter Rex
December 2018 Early Auto Page 3
T Ford Experience (s) This Event was successfully held again this year at
Whiteman Park down the Mussel Pool Road, which is very
quiet and enabled many guests to try their hand at driving
On our recent Model T Experience
under instruction a Model T Ford in a safe environment.
Day we were so very pleased to
It was also a great opportunity for youngsters to get a
have the only surviving VCCWA close-up look at the old vehicles actually working. Twenty-
Foundaon Members (*) from 1958 four Model T’s participated, ranging from 1910 through 1927
to come along. As it turns out, they models, including Coupe, Touring, Utes, Ambulance, trucks
are all Fans of the Ford Model T! and even a bus!! There were also numerous Roadsters and
Kelvin Pepper, George Long and Stan Cook Made the e ort to speedsters as well as a few other body types.
aend and it was very clear that the passion for the Model T Several founding members accompanied the families
and old cars in general sll burns within and friends who all enjoyed a picnic.
Stan was there to see his Grandson’s (Chris and Dan Till) Alan Long conducted a maintenance session; John
Drive the same Red 1920 Truck that he and Grace used in the Smith demonstrated commutator and timer workings; Rich-
early Rallies. ard Brisbane-Cohen demonstrated and tested numerous
I clearly remember them both in coils using the recently purchased Coil Tester; Graeme Cox
the early 1960’s cruising in the Z Zone ran his hand crank coil tester and George Long showed var-
Runs to Mandurah and Grace swapping ious old components from a Model T.
pop scks around in the Coil Box trying to Kevin Rolland from Esper-
ance brought his replica Ford
make it run on “all four”
Kitchen Sink engine, which Henry
The Till’s have certainly mastered
Ford used to demonstrate a 4-
the mechanics of the T and from what I can see share the same stroke capability to investors in
enthusiasm of Grandad’s. his Kitchen in 1893, and en-
George Long is a regular at our events and competed in thralled all of us with its ease of
the recent weekend get a way in Margaret River. However, on running.
this occasion didn’t bring his T, the one used since 1947 and on This was followed by a run
the rst VCCWA rally in 1958. (with me as a 5 year old passen- of a replica Ford Quadracycle,
ger.) He also brought along a selecon of items peculiar to the also produced by Henry Ford to
T and was helpful in running of the event on the day obtain a further round of finance
Kelvin Pepper hasn’t changed since 1965 and is easily in 1896, built by our own Reno
recognisable. He bought along a unique Commutator Contact Canalini, who generously gave
Grinder, a very useful tool for those who sll run the original many of us a ride.
style ignion system. The day ended with a pa-
Kelvin has a Model T under restoraon, regularly rade to the Motor Museum for
aends our oungs and we are all hoping to see his “New T” at a photo opportunity.
the next Experience Day.
Photo L - R Kelvin Pepper - Stan Cook - George Long
standing in front of Stan Cook’s 1920 T.
Thank you Gentlemen! Alan Long Model T Secon
(*) Only Male Foundaon Members that I am aware of
Rally entrants in April 1958
#29 Kelvin Pepper; #68 Stan Cook; #16 George Long.
A great day out in the “Tin lizzie”!
Richard Brisbane-Cohen - Treasurer
See these photos in colour on the Club website
Page 4 Early Auto December 2018
York Torque
On the 11/11/2018, the York VCC,
went as a club to the Toodyay Mo-
tor Show. The weather was good,
the drive was great (although,
someone needs to get their
speedometer corrected...) and
there was a lot to see when we got
there. At 11am, the crowd ob-
served remembrance day. not a
person moved through the service,
which was great to see and be part of. With a great display
of classic cars and motorbikes, plenty of food, it turned into
a great day out.
On the 16th November, two of our members, Arrin
Byfield and Brad Budiselik, went to Narrogin to see and
compete in the Annual Narrogin ‘RevHeads’. This event
was held over two days and by all accounts, it was a great
success. We spoke to Arrin on the following Monday and
he said that they didn’t win but they had a really great time.
Then we get to the 19th November, where a few of
the York members, joined with other like minded people for
a very informative talk from Graeme Cocks about each of
the vehicles that are on display at the York Motor Museum.
Graeme Cocks used to be the curator of the museum, so
his knowledge of each vehicle was astounding. The tour,
lasted at least a couple of hours and that was with Graeme
Cocks talking a little about each car as we went around with
him. There are now at least fifteen more educated people in
York, that know a lot more about the vehicles on display in
the York Motor Museum. If you have never been to the York
Motor Museum, it is well worth the visit as it is one of the
best vehicle displays we have ever come across.
Thank you Graeme, in taking the time out to come to
York and talk to us.
Kathy the scribe.
Peel Members and Their Cars years ago and the engine was rebuilt at the same time.
The crankshaft is still original and has never had to be re-
ground. It is still running beautifully and we love it, Our eve-
ryday car is now a Commodore International dual fuel.
More Rocker Cover News
After our meeting on 18th of Nov, we held our annual rock-
er challenge for the Peel club in the car park at Golden
Pam Riley writes - Bay. Unfortunately the wind and rain, which had been
This is my first holding off, came in and caused havoc. We carried on re-
classic car. It is a gardless with a few
1951 Riley RMB. My husband and I love it. It was some- brave members
thing I have always talked about getting as my surname is where the competi-
Riley. tion was strong.
Ken Sommers was
Ruth and Robert just pipped at the
Worthington writes - post by Barb Simp-
We bought our 74 son.
Model XJ6L Jaguar
from the original Jamie Easton pre-
owner in 1980 and sents the trophy to
it has been our Barb Simpson. Barb
great joy to have is holding the winning
had it for 38 years. rocker racer
It was repainted in the original Lavender Blue about 12
December 2018 Early Auto Page 5
THE decision to merge two cakes, slices and biscuits was very popular selling all that was
Chittering events has proven on offer.
This year the club decided to have a people’s choice
to be the right one. award. The results were, first Hans Hurig and his 1929 Model A
fire truck, second Alex Kirkwood Jaguar XK 120 Coupe, third
Chittering Branch of the Veteran Car Club of WA (Inc) Roger Duyster 1967 Chevrolet Camara and fourth Wayne
held its third annual car day last Sunday combining with Immac- Dean with his Mustang.
ulate Heart College P & F for the first time. The Chittering Branch acknowledges the generous sup-
The event took place in the grounds of Immaculate port of the Shire of Chittering, the Road Safety Commission,
Heart College and with the imposing church under construction Slims Tyres Service Bridgestone Bullsbrook, Bullsbrook Hard-
in the background you could say it was a marriage made in ware, Stringybark and Ellenbrook Supercheap.
heaven. Event organiser Jeff Gibbs the day was an incredible
Over 140 veteran, vintage and classic cars and trucks success. Jeff said the success of the day was also due to a lot
converged on the lush oval of the school where car club mem- of hard work by car club members who worked enthusiastically
bers directed them to their allotted places. The Model A Ford and willingly to present the event.
Club were well represented with ten vehicles making the drive “I really appreciate the contributions of everyone who
to Lower Chittering. got in and did what had to be done and I thank them for it,” he
Of special interest was a 1929 fire truck lovingly re- said. “I feel quite confident that we will do it all again in 2019.”
stored by owner Hans Hurig and a 3-wheel Morgan that made
the trip to Lower Chittering. A cake stall run by the ladies of (Photos of the Car Show are on the next page)
Chittering Branch and offering a huge variety of homemade
Busselton Briefs Thanks to our members who attended. It is always pleasing to
see other members participate.
The mid-week run for October was The general meeting for November was held on Armi-
very well supported with 34 members stice Day. A slightly lower than normal turn out of members at-
and guests in 17 cars departing from tended. I have not been advised of a run after.
our club rooms to make our way to the On Sunday 25th November, we were invited to display
excellent facilities at the Capel tourist bay/playground facility. some 1920’s and 30’s cars at an event in Margaret River. Two
These were very impressive play grounds and a few of our members braved the inclement weather and took their 1930’s
members tried out some of the items. Morning tea and much cars to the event. Thanks to Rob Loof and Chris Rowe for at-
chatter was heard, mostly about the impending weather and the tending this event. The weather kept a few of us away.
numbers on the run. From Capel, we made our way to the The cruise ships that were due to visit Busselton during
streets on the beach side of Stratham. We made our way past November were cancelled due to bad weather. Not to worry,
Pat and Rich Davies daughter’s place only for Pat to be sur- there are plenty more coming in the next six months.
prised with a big birthday wishes display. I think that Rich knew The ladies lunch for November was held at Stilts restau-
what was going on. We made our way to the Bull and Bush rant with seven ladies in attendance. The hat was taken around
Tavern in Boyanup where we had two tables waiting for us. The for donations to the Busselton hospice and we managed to raise
meals were orderly and were of reasonable size. I have not $90.00. A great effort and a big thanks to the ladies for their
heard any complaints. Thanks to Rich and Pat for organising donation.
this run. I apologise to all readers of this mag for not having a
Our run after the monthly meeting in November saw report in the last Early Auto. My computer said it was sent, but
eight members in five cars take a leisurely drive to Donnybrook Geoff didn’t receive in time to make the printers. All our branch
for lunch under the gazebo next to the Preston River. A slight members received a copy with their minutes.
delay was incurred on the way as one member needed to put
some fuel in their car. The breeze was a bit lazy, but those who Coming Events.
attended enjoyed lunch and the usual chatter that accompanied. Thursday December 20th is a cruise ship visit. This is a 16 day
Our visits from cruise ships have started in earnest. We cruise so passengers may like a stretch of their legs in Bussel-
had two this month planned although one was cancelled due to ton. 9 am at our club rooms.
the rough weather. The first one saw us display with six vehicles Mon – Wed24/25/26th is Xmas. Merry Xmas to all our members
and only a moderate number of visitors. Those who did visit and have a safe and happy new year.
were very grateful and appreciative. We have a busy calendar Monday 31st is New Year’s Eve cruise ship visit from the Astor.
with a number of cruise ship visits booked. Keep an eye on Cars at the clubrooms from 9. Am ‘til about 3 pm.
events calendar for dates. Tuesday 1st. New year’s day.
We also offer our sympathy to the family of club member As part of the Festival of Busselton, we are displaying our cars
Jeff O'Sullivan on his recent passing. Members attended his on 12th Jan. 2 pm to about 5 pm. The street parade is listed as
funeral. an event so members can take their 404 vehicles in the parade
We offer our condolences to one of our Nannup mem- if they wish.
bers, Ron Lovering, on the passing of his lovely wife. Our deep- Sunday 13th. General meeting. 9.am for a 9.30am start.
est sympathy, Ron. Sunday 13th is another cruise ship visit. 9 am at the club rooms.
This reporter thanks Tony Griffith for filling in for me 26th 27th 28th is our annual January rally. Sunday the 27th is rally
whilst I took a trip east to see my kids. You did a great job Tony day so BYO morning tea and enjoy the rally. Nominations close
and I appreciate your input and help. Thanks. Friday the 11th, so nominate early so you don’t miss out. See
In November we attended the Busselton Agricultural Early Auto entry form for details.
Show with a display of five cars. Much attention was paid to our Monday (Australia day holiday) is a show and shine at our
display and many appreciative comments were expressed. club rooms from 9 am followed by the trophy presentation at 10
Thanks to those members who displayed. am. Tea and coffee supplied.
We had seven cars display at the annual Witchcliffe vin- Sunday 27th is also a cruise ship visit, so members not involved
tage fair. Two from Augusta, Two from Witchcliffe, Two from in the rally can park their cars at our clubrooms for a display.
Busselton and one from Margaret River. Many members were I wish all readers of this magazine a safe and enjoyable Xmas
seen stashing goodies into our cars before the wives saw us. and a prosperous new year.
Cheers until next time. Bails.
Page 6 Early Auto December 2018
Line up of Busselton Branch members’ vehicles at the Witchcliffe Vintage Fair in November
Setup crew L-R Roland Thomasson, Wynton Trigg, Gemma A lot of interest in the trucks on display
Thomasson, Matt Saunders, Graeme Donaldson, Ross Read, Alex Kirkwood’s Jaguar came second in the People’s Choice
Margaret Trigg, Marie Donaldson, John Broad and Alvera and
Jeff Gibbs. Kneeling Chris Johnson. Missing Alex Mackie,
Allan Cox and Simon Roberts.
Chittering Branch Annual
Car Day
Hans Hurig and his 1929 Model A fire truck.
The Model A Ford Club put on a good display; whilst a great
cake stall was presented by the cooks of the Chittering Branch
December 2018 Early Auto Page 7
Esperance Branch: Left—Gaile Starcevich and her new Mercedes; Above—
Nulsen in November display. Below—Left—Peter Eardley’s Model A restoration
Esperance Branch is getting known for their
member’s sartorial elegance.
Above: new standard attire for the Secretary
position whilst Left is what is now expected of
the Chairman !!
Left: more elegance from Esperance Branch
members (at the Melbourne Cup luncheon.)
Above: 1936 Oldsmobile ex-South Australian po-
lice car—see Donnybrook Drivings on the
next page
Left: John Smith in his 1911 Model T Ford at the
Remembrance Day event in Merriden
Page 8 Early Auto December 2018
DONNYBROOK DRIVINGS
At the club's November monthly
meeting it was decided that the club
would donate $250 to the local St Johns
Ambulance branch pay for a defibrillator
storage box.
Following the usual after-meeting coffee and cakes,
GREETINGS: To all our members have a safe and happy the club members set off for a drive up the Ferguson Valley
Christmas and hope New Year is another good year for for a barbeque at Wellington Mills. The vehicle convoy to
us all to be happy and healthy. the site worked well except for one motorcycle rider who
It seems as though we bring the rain, every time had to stop for 2-stroke fuel and got left behind. Determined
we go to display our cars for an event it rains, it certainly to catch up he took a wrong turn and ended up miles from
has happened again in November for us. anywhere. However he does struggle when he gets more
We had pouring rain for the fete in “Nulsen in than 20k from home. It's amazing how many of these lovely
November” but thankfully 10 cars still attended although barbeque spots are scattered throughout the South West.
our cars never got much attention because of the rain, The journey back to Donnybrook past Gnomesville
but appreciate the fact that we presented our cars. and down to Lowden is a particularly enjoyable drive on a
Our big event for November was of course the sunny afternoon. Lots of smooth bends and downhill all the
Melbourne Cup. We were filled to capacity with 98 in at- way. An absolute driving pleasure.
tendance. Merle organised a fashion parade with a differ- Saturday 24th November was the day of the annual
ence which was fashions through the years 1900-2000 Donnybrook Food and Wine Festival. The Club had a dis-
some cars were involved and for those who know our play on show limited to seven vehicles by the event organ-
shed, we were able to drive through the middle of the isers. So our vehicles on display ranged from a 1920's
shed. Norm appropriately attired in top hat and tails Buick to a 1960's MG. It was noticeable that the older the
greeted the models from the cars as they paraded their vehicles are the more attention they seem to attract. One of
different outfits while Kim and Tim chauffeured the mod- our members vehicles that attracted a fair bit of attention
els in the cars. Our club members in Merle, Judy Kelly, was a 1936 Oldsmobile. With its 6 cylinder, 27h.p. engine it
Janette Seinor, Val Roffey, Jenny Morcombe and Bill and was ideally suited to its original use as a South Australian
Sharon Vermeij were our models, ably assisted by Norm, Police pursuit vehicle stationed on the Nullabor Plain. I can't
Kim and Tim. This proved to be a very popular event and imagine that many vehicles of that time were able to get
we had so many messages of Thanks. Following on from away from a fired up cop behind the wheel of this car. Mem-
the fashion parade, was of course the big race and the bers were present throughout the day to answer questions
sweeps that Kim and Paddy looked after, of course there from visitors to the Festival. A good day was had by all.
were winners and losers. We had an amazing array of Food, wine and cars. An enjoyable combination when en-
food for lunch as everyone had to bring a plate. After our joyed in the proper sequence.
tummies were full we then had a team of line dancers Regards Phil Tyler
(club members and friends ) give a demonstration of line
dancing, Followed by hobby horse races. A very suc-
cessful day thanks to all, everyone really enjoyed the Ford to a T
day. On November 11th I was asked to take to take the 1911 T
Our last event for the month was a display of 24 Ford to Merriden after a request for a car of the era of the
cars at the Collector’s fair. (Esperance Mechanical resto- end of World War 1 for a 100 years re-enactment of the
ration group) which lots of our members are also mem- announcement of the end of the war. The day started at
bers. They also have a great club and are willing to help 10.30 at the war memorial where army and navel cadets,
our club at a minutes notice. It rained just as the day was old vehicles, returned servicemen, the fire brigade similar
finishing. to 100 years ago. The march was led by the cadets and
Looking ahead we will be taking our cars in the returned servicemen followed by an old truck carrying a
Christmas pageant on the 9th December and also carry- band and the old cars taking some returned servicemen
ing the RED Hatter ladies as we did last year. and our state M.P. followed by a local T Ford Truck and the
Our annual Christmas dinner is an outing to the fire brigade to the town hall.
Chinese restaurant this year for a change, give our ladies At the town hall there were speeches and some of
a break from cooking and cleaning up, Not the traditional the old songs sung by the high school choir. Afterwards we
Xmas party never the less a night out. were invited to a sausage sizzle at Pioneer Park.
Our club has seen another fantastic year and can The following Sunday I took the T Ford to the T Ford
only look forward to bigger and better next year. In clos- day at Whiteman Park it was a very good day well attend-
ing for the year I would like to wish everyone a safe and ed, unfortunately Lesley couldn't come as she had recently
Happy Christmas and Thank our club members for all the had a knee replacement.
support they give the committee throughout the year, and A thing of interest for T Ford enthusiasts is the igni-
thank the committee for all the good work done through- tion conversion of my Honda Ag Bike that I sometimes use
out the year. An exciting year ahead especially with the as a gofer. Because of it's age and the cost of parts it was
Easter rally planned for April. Check the magazine for uneconomical to repair so I thought there must be another
your Expression of Interest form. (95 will be the cut off so way so I put a commutator and a T Ford coil on it. So now
get your entry in Early. it is going like clockwork with 100 year technology.
Signing off for this year is your scribe Merleygirl John Smith.
December 2018 Early Auto Page 9
Peel Outing.
November 27th NASA landed on Mars, Peel V.C. club visited the Royal Flying Doctor Service in Janda-
kot. Being shown through this service was a real eye opener an being told it was funded by donations
and a lot of hard work by dedicated Staff.
From information about this service costs of aircraft, all experienced professional personnel, Medical
boxes carrying every thing from Band-Aid to Defibrillator, with much excitement and anticipation of a
NEW $12 million Jet to the fleet next week for “FREE “ use to everyone in W.A. This will reduce time and cost to make
a quicker recovery for patients.
From first phone call for help, bringing into action all services needed, medical equipment, staff required, police
involvement an on it goes. So smooth to how it all falls into place in this room onto area where Ambulance comes into,
the Simulator where all Drs, Nurses do training in too prepare them to work in such confined space an treat patients in
‘planes.
To see all the Medical equipment, being blood, snake venom, printers for scans, Ultra sound machine or Defibril-
lator and everything else which may be unexpectedly needed, all ready for that call from the furthest corner for the fin-
est care.
To have the convenience of all this which we don’t think about till needed, WOW UNREAL !
To the Birthday girl, one day to remember to be finished off by a great lunch an lots of laughs with very happy group.
Thanks to all, hopefully there will be lots more with everyone having a Very Healthy, Happy an Safe Festive season.
Thankyou to all our Mus-
tang & Shelby Section
members who attended our
end of year Christmas Par-
ty held at James & Felici-
ty's Mandurah house on
Sunday Nov 25th . It
looked at first as though it
was going to be a very
bleak, wet day , yet the sky cleared and the sun ventured out just in time for us to gath-
er around the outside decorated tables to enjoy a fantastic, Mustang & Shelby Christ-
mas party . The food was amazing ( thanks also to help from Felicity's sisters, Shirley
and Val ) , the Secret Santa , good fun ,and we all had a really enjoyable after-
noon. Our sincere thanks go to James and Felicity for opening their lovely, beach
front home for our Section to celebrate the final event for 2018 .
Those who attended: Davorin & Ingrid
Grgurich, Carmen & Myrlyn Baartzes , Meg ,Steve, &
Katie Knox , Trish & Jim Colli, Shirley Smith , Val Laing ,
Maureen & Steve Warner, Ron & Maria Powell , Bob &
Michelle Galbraith, Chris Bell , Michael White , Felicity &
James Bowler , Verna & Al Wellington , Carol & Bill Flem-
ing, Angie & Pete Eyles , Roger & Sally Bell
Finally , a wish from Roger and myself that you all
have a safe and very Happy Christmas and we look for-
ward to starting our events in 2019 on Sun Jan 13th ,....a
breakfast run to Clancy's Fish Pub, City Beach ...details
closer to the time . And for your information ,happily my
pen was found and returned .
Cheers, Sally Bell, Secretary Mustang & Shelby Section
VCCWA
Page 10 Early Auto December 2018Will one of Germany’s finest return? on the C-pillars and it
by Bill Buys might be powered by a
6.0-litre twin-turbo W-12
F
ew people today will know what a Horch is, but in sourced from fellow VW
the 1930s it was one of Europe’s most respected Group brand, Bentley.
marques - and in a case of history repeating itself, it Audi, well aware
could well be back by 2020/21.
Now Audi is reportedly planning to resurrect
Horch as a super-luxury challenger to Maybach, Bentley
and Rolls-Royce.
Prussian-born August Horch worked for Carl Benz
from 1896 before setting up his own company in Zwickau
three years later.
His first cars emerged in 1901 and in 1910 he had
a legal stoush with his former partners in Horch Automobil
which precluded him from using his own name.
Determined to keep at least a semblance of his
name, old August chose Audi - a Latinised version of
Horch.
In 1932 Horch and Audi kissed and made up, and
with fellow German brands DKW and Wanderer, set up of Daimler’s disastrous experience when it tried to pre-
the Auto Union motoring giant, which, in 1964, was ac- sent Maybach as a stand-alone brand, will probably take a
quired by the Volkswagen Group. more cautious line with Horch.
Among the group’s many pre-war achievements People with long memories will likely look forward
were the Silver Arrow racing cars, developed by Ferdi- to its launch, since Horch was a revered name in its day.
nand Porsche and Robert Eberan von Eberhorst, and It produced Germany’s first eight-cylinder car in
driven by the stars of the 1930s, among them Bernd 1926, then dropped its four-cylinder line and went on to
Rosemeyer, Hans Stuck, Tazio Nuvolari and Ernst von concentrate entirely on large, distinguished eight-cylinder
Delius. models, which soon became synonymous with elegance,
The Horch brand was regarded as one of Germa- luxury and technology. By 1932, Horch had 44per cent of
ny’s finest. the over 4.2litre German car market.
Field Marshall Erwin Rommel owned a rather spe- Its big cars has straight-eight engines of up to
cial one: a stunning 951 cabriolet with body by Erdmann 5.0litres and the more compact ones had 3.5lt V8 power.
and Rossi. From 1927 until 1940, about 40,000 eight-cylinder
Talk at the moment is that a range-topping A8 cars were built.
with a Horch badge will be introduced when the Audi flag- How many survive is not known, but it seems like-
ship sedan gets a mid-cycle update in the next two or ly the brand will do a phoenix and come back to take its
three years. place in the elite circles before long.
Like the Maybach S-Class, the Horch A8 will have
individual touches like unique wheels and a Horch badge
The next outing, and the first for 2019, will be a Pic-
Members had nic Run on the third Sunday January 20th. This has been
the choice of brought forward by 1 week to give members the oppor-
two events in tunity to participate in the Busselton Rally on the Australia
November – Day long weekend.
some went to
the Albany Between now and then, there will be little club ac-
Show and pro- tivity so unless something significant happens in the
vided a display mean- time that needs to be communicated to
for the crowds members, there will not be an article from
and others icn ic the Albany & Districts Branch in the Janu-
went 18 —p ary edition of EA.
out for a drive and enjoyed a picnic lunch at o r 20 ary
f n u
Frenchman Bay.
st run th Ja And so it is...another year comes to an end and I
Then there was additional support Fi r 2 0 take this opportunity to wish all members and their
n on
for the Armistice Day function in Albany ru families a safe and enjoyable festive season and look for-
with Bill Dixon and Barney McCallum mak- ing ward to your participation in some of the activities over
their vehicles available as authentic inclu- sions into the coming 12 months.
the 100 year street side celebration overlooking Princess
Royal Harbour. Thanks to all members for your support …and that’s about it for another year.
at these events. Graham Wright
mailto:winterbourne2@bigpond.com
December 2018 Early Auto Page 11The Mighty Minimatic Continues Being a Friday, apart from those on showroom duty,
sales staff went off to a’ long lunch’ either at the Parmelia
I wonder if Norm (John Surtees’ brother) would give me or the Ozone hotel, contactable only in person or by the
one of these as my next Demo? hotel paging the person to contact the office.
I arrived at Winterbottoms with the cheque for the Not being rostered to showroom duty, customers
Minimatic Friday morning. Full of pride I gave the paper- were out of bounds so without wheels I explored other de-
work for the sale at full price, unconditional, and delivered partments: Used cars, Pre delivery, new car stock, where
(what we called a “Cleanskin”) to Norm my Boss. to get fuel, Accounts, Paymaster, (I was due my $30 re-
“You’re late” he said, with a huge cigar protruding tainer for the week.) I thought better of climbing the Grand
from his mouth, “where is the next one? Get on with it”- Central Staircase, out of bounds I thought. Next Friday if I
whilst moving away to speak to someone else. I was shat- was still here, lunch at the Ozone was a certainty.
tered, the COOPER S looked a distant prospect. I was getting anxious as 5 o’clock drew close. Sales-
I wandered around the showroom wondering where men, all a bit happy after their long lunch, were replenish-
“the next one” would come from, and how I would get ing their briefcases with order books, carbon paper, HP
home tonight- I could only hope Norm remembered to ar- forms, spare biros etc: very important!
range a Demo vehicle for me. Off they all went to the Caltex at the bottom of Mill
There were two teams of 5 salesmen. I would realise Street in their Morris 1100s, Austin 1800s, and one Mini to
in time, my team’s supervisor Norm Surtees, was loved by fill up for the weekend. The Rolls was ready to go. I wish I
his team members, they were all enthused by him and had my Minimatic. Then Norm called me over, handed me
looked forward to coming to work to find “the next one”. a fuel voucher, a set of car keys. “Get on with it Garry. “
Each Salesman was allocated a sales territory, at 5
o’clock each afternoon, undecided customers’ details were Garry Cooper
allocated to the Salesman controlling the area in which the Photos on next page
customer lived. 5 o’clock was crucial as to where “the next
one“ would come from. 5 o’clock was time to “get on with
it”.
Mid West Out and about enjoyed
This year so far beautiful fare,
29th May School “Show & Tell” so good, most
Mike Marsh was invited of us decided
to take his veteran vehi- that we would
cle to St Lawrence Pri- not need tea
mary School for a ‘show that night! A
and tell’ session. wonderful day and a good social interaction with all who
He drove his 1915 took part.
Ford Model T to the
school oval where the Sunday 22nd July
students came to view Welcome rain for the farmers had fallen the previous day
this lovely piece of and intermittent showers were forecast for this day, so the
history. They thoroughly old cars did not come out. We still enjoyed the beautiful
enjoyed learning all about the history of the vehicle and the greens as a group of nine Members traveled northwards
comparisons between a car that is 103 years old and the again calling in at Oakabella for morning tea of scones
cars of today. An article was in the June edition of Saint (choice of plain, fruit, pumpkin or Outback!) with jam and
Lawrence’s newsletter. He even gained a good mention cream of course.
with Photo in the school newsletter. We then travelled a little further north to
Oakabella Homestead for lunch 1st July 2018 Northampton to the Machinery shed. A wonderful array of
A beautiful day despite the chilly breeze and the scenery restored tractors of all shapes, colours and sizes as well as
following the first rains recently had changed to the many different types of gadgets and small motors - all
beautiful rich green of new growth with promise of a good Australian made…. Who would find that today?
harvest if the follow up rains come. The exhibits were either donated or on loan and most
Three VCC cars; a Dodge, a Buick and a Jaguar, were local and had their history displayed it was interesting
drove the 31 kms from Geraldton to Oakabella Homestead. to us “locals”. Marion, Mark’s Mum was with us, she told
Most of the ten of us had not visited before. me that she remembers the little grey tractor that had been
Oakabella station was established in 1850. We owned by her family - happy memories.
wondered around the “old” Homestead and down to the The Shed Men who had kindly opened the shed for us
shearing sheds and stables. All maintained with a few and had pulled out the BBQ for us to use
ancient saddles and horse collars around. Also some very - they cranked it up and we cooked our
old seeders and harvesters which look like they have not lunch.
been moved since they were parked up for the last time. The shed was well organised all items
It was interesting to see that they had caravan/mobile were clean and most in working order as
home parking facilities as well as overnight stay facilities was demonstrated with the tractors that
too. (Motorhomes, Caravans, Camping etc) There were they fired up. It was all cared for and
some people who had travelled out for a Homestead obviously loved by the men who
breakfast from Geraldton. We ordered our lunches and
Page 12 Early Auto December 2018The first model Mini Minor released in Australia (painted grille) and
the Cooper S. How the editor misses his second model Mini !!
maintained them. We were lucky appreciated by Stan, Joy, Mike, Mark,
that we did not have any rain until Marg, Les, Helen and their friends who
we returned home. otherwise would have had a long day in
Chapman Valley Show Saturday the sun.
1st September 2018 Sunday 16th September
Thanks to the members who drove A drive to Gratte’s Farm on Kojarena
along the picturesque Chapman South Road for a picnic lunch and a clay
Valley Road to the Chapman target shoot. Joy was Top Gun for the
Valley Agricultural Show. Their day with a 100% score.
vehicles formed part of the static Many thanks go to Murray,
display. A huge amount of interest Thomas, Stan and Joy Gratte
was shown in the vehicles. for giving our members a
Mike had great day out.
purchased the Saturday 6th October
new gazebo Sausage Sizzle at Bunnings. Mark & Margaret worked
with sun and hard to organise the goods etc for this fundraising event
wind with members and their wives pre chopping of the onions.
protection for Ably assisted by Barry & Shirley, the chief cook and the
all day events chief bread and sausage organiser. Margaret the chief
like this. Kindly funded by Geraldton Bendigo Bank order taker and raffle promoter. It was a fun day as it was
Community funding. A long and enjoyable day with many sunny and not too much wind it was busy and lots of
spectators enjoying looking at customers, and catching up with friends.
the vintage vehicles on All joined in the final clean-up and packing up. The clean-
display. up inspection acknowledged that it was the best ever, and
On Saturday with part the $1,000 raised is the bonus. Thanks to all who helped
of the funds granted by the Bob, Leone, Les, Noel & Kate, with especial thanks to
local Community Bendigo Mark & Margaret and Barry & Shirley Barry who all worked
Bank this was the first time it hard with the preparations, set up, clean up and after party
was on display and it was sort out. A super job by all and good team work.
December 2018 Early Auto Page 13Military Section Top row—making good use of the new restoration shed; Middle row—left—Wanneroo RSL Armistice day event;
right—at Fremantle Maritime museum; Lower row—left at Perth concert hall; centre—Armistice day centenary at Kings Park; right—
Cockburn RSL transport of veterans.
Shearer replica on display 1906 Talbot and the Shearer
Page 14 Early Auto December 2018REPLICA SHEARER STEAM WAGON BUILD The construction is progressing well, it took David
Shearer eleven years to build the original; we are at-
I could offer many personal reasons for wanting to tempting to build the replica in less than half that time.
build the replica Shearer Steam Wagon; however there is The engine and boiler were commenced in 2016 with the
one controlling principle: to experience the same thrill as chassis first laid up on the building frame 2/11/17, with
the population of 1898 when the first motorised vehicle the outcome as seen today taking not quite 12mths.
manufactured in Australia, moved. Inclusive, the build Every Thursday, friend Bruce Weir-Smith assisted
will offer a tangible testimony honouring the outstanding with the build and without his help the results would not
engineering ability of David Shearer. Today the original have progressed at the rate it has. Also included are
Shearer Steam Wagon is housed in the Birdwood Nation- friends Iain McDonald, David Ray, Ernie Redford and
al Motor Car Museum for all to admire. Further, it is my Matthew Lombard, all of whom offered a gargantuan ef-
personal opinion the original vehicle should never be fort when asked. I sincerely thank you for your support.
driven again. The historic value to Australia and the mo- It will take approximately another two years to
toring world is incalculable; the vehicle is so unique if an- complete when returned to my workshop after it has been
ything happened to it, I feel it would be catastrophe. displayed at the All Steamed Up Weekend in Mannum,
The original has had a number of modifications then displayed at the National Vintage Machinery Rally to
during its lifetime, some for the better, others not so. be held in Murray Bridge March 2019.
However, I hasten to state, without the involvement of the The Mannum Museum is seeking financial sup-
enthusiastic persons of days past who preserved the ve- port for the project including a building to house the car
hicle as a legacy we cherish today, it most likely would when completed. Like all clubs and associations, we are
have been lost to history. To these people I am sincere- relying on persons such as the reader for your financial
ly grateful, I am also genuinely hopeful there is a record generosity. This is a very unique opportunity to have an
of these enthusiasts accrediting them for their dedication. input into this iconic project offering you a level of immor-
Over an 18-month period, approximately 150 tality as your name will be recorded for posterity.
CAD drawings have been produced; inclusive are 300 For further information about David Shearer and
photos of the original components enabling the design the Steam Wagon I recommend you consult Google as
and construction work to be carried out as close as possi- there are many interesting and informative articles written
ble in this modern world. I therefore feel it necessary to by academics offering historical details.
expose the use of the word “replica” as this could be Doug Baker
challenged, this modern build is not an exact facsimile, eme@iinet.net.au
but as close as possible as can be made. Outwardly the
two vehicles will appear identical; most of the intrinsic P.S. Having just returned from Mannum where the
components were manufactured embracing modern prac- Shearer Car project was officially launched by the Mayor
tices. As an example, it was not practical to utilise black- I thought I would share the day with you.
smith skills of days past if it was to be an exact copy; The photos are of the replica with 9000 people in
these skills are not readily available, sadly, almost an attendance over the week end it surely was scrutinized
extinct art. by the rivet counters with not one negative comment.
When designing the build, it was also necessary The accolades Bruce and I received from all we
to consider the ever-lurking expectations of the Australian very encouraging including a driver of the car who took
Standards and ordinance, especially when designing and part in the Brighton to London Rally.
building the boiler. The demands governing the integrity The car will stay in South Australia and attend the
of pressure vessels today are light years ahead com- National Vintage Machinery Rally to be held in Murray
pared to when the original was built. This also applies to Bridge March 22-24 then it will come back to WA to be
various other demands, all of which did not exist 120 completed.
years ago. The brass radiator alongside is a 1906 Talbot also
in attendance over the weekend.
Regards, Doug
December 2018 Early Auto Page 15RESTORATION SHED advise when you can attend. Obvious- You will then be provided with a name
THE OPERATING PROCESS ly, there are limitations to the numbers badge which is specific for the Shed.
that can attend on any one day. You will then meet with the Area Co-
Last month we broadly outlined the Ordinator with whom you made your
structure of the Restoration Shed, to- The Area Co-ordinator and contact booking and he will then ensure that
gether with the policies and procedures number for each area is: you are able to safely operate equip-
that the Implementation Committee Mechanical: Dave Reid 0431929684 ment that you will need to use. Safety
have prepared. (Dave will be assisted by Murray Liza- is a key issue to ensure that members
One key issue is that the Resto- tovich 0457154440) are always safe.
ration Shed is a “do it yourself” facility Panel: Rob Calcott 0412629228 (Rob
in that skilled tradesmen will assist and will be assisted by Graeme Price) ATTENDANCE FEE:
guide you to undertake your chosen Upholstery: Eddy Brown 92951804 or A small attendance fee will be payable,
work. The exception to this is the 0417986594. and this will be discussed when you
wooden wheel making area due to the contact the Area Co-Ordinator to make
complexity of this process. WHEEL MAKING FACILITY: a booking.
Set out below are the operating This is a very specialised process and
processes for the shed which will com- Graham McDonald will continue to op- CLOTHING/FOOTWARE:
mence operation in January 2019: erate this facility with a small group of Whilst working in the Restoration Shed,
support staff. If you would like wooden covered footwear must be worn at all
OPERATING DAYS: wheels made, Graham can be contact- times (No thongs or sandals), while
The allocation of days for the Restora- ed on 0418910841. work clothing must be worn which is
tion Shed are: suitable for the task to be undertaken.
Tuesday: Upholstery Shop. WHAT WILL HAPPEN WHEN YOU
Wednesday: Mechanical and ATTEND THE FACILITY FOR THE MILITARY:
Panel Shops. FIRST TIME: The Military group will use the facility
Friday: Military. The first time you attend, you will need on a Friday and Jim Sewell is the Co-
to complete a Membership Record and Ordinator/Contact.
HOW DO YOU GAIN ACCESS TO an Indemnity Form. You will then be
THE FACILITY? given a General Induction so that you QUESTIONS:
You need to make a booking to under- are aware of the facility layout, exit If you have any questions around what
take the work you would like to per- points, emergency procedures, muster has been outlined in this article, or the
form. This is achieved by contacting point etc. As part of this process you November Early Auto article, please do
the Area Co-Ordinator for each trade will need to “sign” in and out to a Shed not hesitate to contact Alex Kirkwood
as highlighted below. The Co-Ordinator Attendance Register so that we know on 0419842573.
will discuss your job with you and will who is in attendance at any one time.
6293 1726
Page 16 Early Auto December 2018Journeys of a tragic car enthusiast.
Part 2, by John McLean.
F
ollowing York Railway Museum, we continued to take in the Allied Air Forces Memorial and Yorkshire Air Museum at
Elvington, home to the RAF and then Free French squadrons during WW2 and post-war became part of the US Strate-
gic Air Command. Many aircraft including a Curtiss ‘Jenny’, Messerschmitt BF109, Spitfire & Buccaneer fighters as well
as Halifax, Vulcan & Valiant bombers are displayed as is a fully decked out original control tower. An assortment of RAF mili-
tary vehicles is also displayed.
On a recommendation from VCC member Len Douglas, we
ventured to the ‘Beamish Living Museum of the North’ where
life is portrayed in a 1900’s village that has been expanded to
add a 1940’s farm and a 1950’s village is currently being built.
Double-decker buses, double-decker trams and a steam train
helped visitors get around the site. We were fortunate as
the day we were there was a celebration of VE Day (Victory in
Europe in WW2) and an interesting military display was on
the village green with jeeps, personnel carriers, trucks and even a tank driving through the
grounds and then parked in the village. Enthusiasts in appropriate uniforms really added to the
atmosphere. A wonderful insight as to how life was in days gone by.
We continued to Whitby, home of Capt. James Cook who discovered New Zealand in 1769, an
event that was very fortunate for me, and moored at the quay is a replica of his ship the “Endeavour”,
a very small ship to travel such vast distances in the search for new
lands ‘down under’. Cook was instrumental in introducing fresh
produce on his ships and thereby eliminated the dreaded disease,
scurvy.
Our journey continued down the east coast to Scarborough
where we found an interesting small museum at Scarborough Fair alongside a holiday
camp. The owner is a steam enthusiast and has many steam powered vehicles, traction
engines and trucks with an assortment of cars, motor-cycles, petrol trucks, buses and
some beautiful mechanical organs that he kindly played for us.
We recrossed the Yorkshire Moors to
visit the Bentley showrooms at Crewe where
we were unable to get a factory tour but, by
talking to the right people, were granted ac-
cess to the Bentley Collection that is not open
to the public. This small but select collection
includes the second Bentley built, EX2 (the
original no longer exists) and an original Blower Bentley that had recently been driven on an
international rally by legendary Belgium racing ace, Jackie Ickx. A selection of the paint col-
ours, upholstery materials and colours and a myriad
of accessories were all displayed for prospective buy-
ers to personalise their new Bentley.
A short visit to Cambridge to view the wonder-
ful architecture in this well-known university city then
on to visit the Imperial War Museum at Duxford. This
was a forward line airfield in WW2, and later an Amer-
ican Airbase, which saw enormous amount of activity
during and after the Battle of Britain and has many commemorative displays with various aircraft from many eras. Several
aircraft were flying including a deHavilland Rapide giving joy flights and then the sound of a Merlin engine in a Spitfire flying
overhead was spine tingling. The display of aircraft is overwhelming with planes ranging from the very earliest through WW1,
between the war years, WW2 and continuing into the jet age with deHavilland Comet, Concord, even an SR71 Lockheed
Blackbird that first flew in 1964 and is still the fastest-ever jet plane and a massive B52 bomber that first flew in 1952 and
some are still flying.
Holiday Inn Express in Warwick was our accommodation for the Forum and our
first day for registration included a visit to Compton Verney built in 1768, a now beautiful-
ly restored Georgian Manor located in 120 acres of garden, landscaped by renown Eng-
lish landscaper, “Capability” Brown. The rooms where we had the welcome function are
adorned with the most beautiful paintings and marvellous sculptures are everywhere.
The World Forum of Motor Museums drew delegates from many countries and
from a wide variety of motor museums with speakers from countries as far afield as Aus-
tralia, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Hungary, Germany, Austria, Belgium with the majori-
ty from the UK, covering a variety of subjects relating to running and promoting muse-
ums, restoration and conservation with a brief insight as to the future for museums.
During the Forum, the three representatives from the Motor Museum of WA, Kelvin Ferris, Jim Walker and myself, all
VCC members, gave a very well received presentation on the funding and building of the museum extension highlighted with
slideshow photos.
Don’t forget that you can see a full colour edition of Early Auto on the club website www.veterancarclubofwa.asn.au
December 2018 Early Auto Page 17MINUTES Sinnathurai Subramaniam – Chittering: Branch car day while a Christmas Breakfast
Of the General Meeting of the Veteran 1963 Peugeot Sedan will be held on Sunday 25th November.
Car Club of WA (Inc.) held at the Chris Beattie - Balga: 1963 Datsun Bluebird Studebaker Section: No report
Club Rooms, 265 Hale Rd, Wattle Grove sedan, Parts Shed: The parts shed will be closed
on 22nd November 2018 at 8pm. 1965 Datsun Fairlady Convertible, 1966 on the Wednesday after Christmas Day and
Toyota Crown Ute on the first Wednesday in the new year.
Attendance: President Tony Hume Charlie & Jodee Marsh – Esperance: No Vehicle Registrar: Dave Reid advised that
(Chair) and members as per the attendance Cars Listed CMC ran an event on code 404 licensing
book. John & Lyn Percy – Wembley Downs:1930 and some 90 representatives from CMC
Buick Series 40 Sedan member clubs attended. Dave also
Apologies – as listed in the attendance Peter & Kama Shattock – Cowaramup: stressed the importance of fitting conces-
book. 1967 MG B Fastback Hardtop sional plates to all concessionally licensed
Greg & Judith Higgott – Lower Chittering: vehicles.
Guest Speaker: Jim Walker spoke about 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe, Membership Registrar: No report.
the very interesting topic of the “Automation 1967 Ford Mustang Coupe, 1969 Ford Fair- Library: No report
of Vehicles”. mont Station Wagon Building and Premises Committee: Lyle
Daniel Ostle – Alexander Heights:1943 Metcalf requested that members do not
Confirmation of minutes for the October Willys Jeep park their vehicles amongst the trees on the
2018 General Meeting as printed in the Ray Neil – Busselton: 1948 Rover P3 Se- club grounds.
November edition of Early Auto. Moved dan, 1948 Rover P3 Sedan, Merchandise: Ian Baxter outlined the mer-
Greg Rickett / seconded Lyle Metcalf CAR- 1975 Leyland Mini Sedan, 1967 Vespa chandise available.
RIED Sprint Scooter Early Auto: Geoff Moor advised that the
Business arising from the previous Ken Shaw & Dawn Martin – Hazelvale: new printer did a good job with printing but
minutes - Nil 1947 Lanchester LD10 Sedan, was one day late in delivering to the mailing
1961 Jag MK11 Sedan,1967 Jag 420 Com- house.
Correspondence inwards and outwards: pact Sedan,1970 Jag E S11 Coupe Events Coordinator: Geoff Moor advised
The Secretary has processed all mail re- Peter & Angie Eyles – Lesmurdie:1934 that there are several events coming up.
ceived and this has been dealt with by Ex- Nash Sedan1973, Alfa Romeo GTV Sedan These include Busselton rally in January
ecutive Management Committee. (important to book accommodation now),
Moved Aileen Stockdale / seconded Murray Hyde Park display 4th March, Classic car
Business Arising from Correspondence: Lizatovich the persons listed be accepted Show at Ascot on 24th March. Geoff asked
Matters dealt with by Executive Manage- as members. CARRIED Sections to keep updating the events page
ment Committee. Membership Register Aileen Stockdale om the club web site and include organiser
introduced new members attending their “contact” information for events.
Treasurer’s Report: first meeting as follows: General Events Calendar: Full details of
Treasurer John Heydon was an apology for Tom Hume – T Ford, Ralph Newton – 1973 club events are recorded in the “Events”
the meeting. Accounts were placed on the Ford Mercury Cougar section of the club web site. Geoff Moor
board as usual. Alex Kirkwood gave a brief President Tony welcomed these new mem- has detailed major events to take place
overview of the numbers. bers to the club. within the near future while further detail is
available in Early Auto.
Moved Alex Kirkwood / seconded Ian Strat- Section, Branch and Other Reports: General Business:
ton that the report as displayed be received Veteran: Linton Sharp outlined the Pyle run 60-year Celebration: Tony Hume
CARRIED to Myalup on 4th to 6th December with some advised that the 60th Year Celebrations will
24 Veteran vehicles attending… be held on 5th May 2019 at Sandalford Win-
New Members: New members since the approximately 50% from the country. ery. Further details will be published in Jan-
last meeting are as follows: Christmas function planned for 3rd Decem- uary Early Auto.
Gary & Michelle Tiszavolgyi – Man- ber. Will be joining post Vintage pyjama run Restoration Shed post opening
jimup:1969 HT Holden Premier Sedan again at Tomatoe Lake while the Armadale day: Alex Kirkwood provided information
Scott Buchanan – Bedfordale: 1969 HT run will be held on 10th March. around how the facility will operate. An arti-
Holden Premier Sedan, Vintage: No Report. cle in November Early Auto outlined the
1985 Holden Commodore Sedan,1982 Post Vintage: Ken Wortlehock advised that facility structure, but further detail will be
Ford Fairmont Sedan, the section will be holding its Christmas included in December Early Auto. It is
1971 Norton Commando 750 M/C function on Sunday 25th November. planned to commence operations in Janu-
Kevin Mayes – Caversham: 1930 Ford A Military: Paul Andrews advised of several ary.
Tourer, 1968 HK Holden Kingswood Ute, events that were attended by the Section. General Meeting Speakers: Tony
1968 HK Holden Monaro Coupe Bruce Rock Veteran’s reunion, Anzac Cot- Hume asked members to consider possible
tage Mt Hawthorn “Memorial Men” display, speakers for future club General Meetings.
th
Ralph & Lynne Newton – Salter Point: 1973 Remembrance Day on 11 November, Club Christmas Party: Roger Bell
Ford Mercury Cougar Convertible (LHD) Chittering Branch car show. advised that all is planned for the event to
Dylan O’Connor – Maida Vale: 1969 VW Model T: John Wood advised that the T be held on Saturday 1st December at the
Karmann Ghia Convertible Ford event at Whiteman Park was very club rooms.
Joe & Judy Italiano – Collie: 1977 Morris successful with some 20 T’s attending. The Old Printing Facility: Geoff Moor advised
Mini S Sedan day was made special with the display of a that he had visited a unique printing facility
Ray & Diana Lilly – Coodanup: 1953 Austin replica of Henry Ford’s Quadricycle and a at Gnowangerup whereby the owners still
Devon Saloon replica of Henry Ford’s first engine (1893) used old style print processes. The busi-
1949 Rover P3 Saloon called the “Sink” engine. Next is a coffee ness commenced in 1915, and closed not
th
Paul & Deborah Nordhoff – Lesmurdie1972 run on 16 December. long ago, however the facility is like a time
MGB GT Hardtop Mustang & Shelby: Roger Bell advised capsule with set-up for the final paper still in
Tom Hume – Gwelup: No cars Listed that the Section will hold its Christmas func- place. One plate found was a 1920 adver-
Wayne & Jean Jones – Vasse: 1962 Tri- tion on 24th November at a Mandurah mem- tisement for a T Model Ford.
umph Vitesse Convertible ber’s home. Bits & Pieces: Nil
Geoff & Carolynne Compton –Stoneville: Humber Rootes Group: Alan Wegner ad- The raffle was won by Chris Johnson
1941 CMC CCKW 6x6 vised that members attended the Chittering Meeting closed at 9.15 pm.
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