May 05

Classic Car Show Whiteman Park 2012 – Part 3

Posted on 05/05/2020 by Jeff Toll

Part 3 of Classic Car Show at Whiteman Park 2102

Vintage Automobile Association of Western Australia

1947 Buick 41 Equipped with 248cc ‘Straight 8’ 8 cylinder engine, 3 speed manual, factory RHD, body made by Holden. Owned by Adrian Barnes & Jenni Leete.

1951 Morris Commercial LC3 light truck. Owned by Don Kolichev.

1964 International R200 truck. Owned by Brian & Marlene Brookes.

1948 International KB2 light truck. Equipped a ‘Green Diamond’ side valve motor producing 26.3 HP. Column shift 3speed manual. Top speed of 90 kp/h. Owned by Brian & Marlene Brookes.

1956 International ASC162 truck. Owned by Brian & Marlene Brookes.

1964 Dodge Polara. Eqipped with 318ci V8, 3 speed Touqueflite auto transmission with push button control. Owned by J Baker

Early American Motorcycle Club

Indian Chout motorcycle. 1927 Scout hillclimber. From the information page: These bikes were first built in the 1920’s as competition bikes, fitted with large engines and light weight frames to increase their competitiveness. This particular bike was built with a variety of parts for use at the Albany hill climb events. Despite the appearance and age, the bike is very fast and is almost as fast as more modern bikes such as the Kawasaki Z900. Rebuilt by Wayne Elezovich.

1926 Indian Scout. Rebuilt 600cc engine, with standard 3 speed gearbox. Owned by Wayne Elezovich.

1942 Indian Chief. This one has a big 1200cc engine with standard 3 speed gearbox. Owned by Chris Gielis. Fully restored in 2006.

1941 Indian 741 Army Scout. Engine is 810cc (stroked from 500cc) and completely rebuilt. Standard 3 speed gearbox. Restored by Andrew Scudds & Wayne Elezovich.

1938 Harley Davidson WLD. Engine is 750cc V-Twin with cast iron heads and has 3 speed gearbox. This bike was found buried in a paddock in Morley in 1965.

Mustang Owners Club

1969 Mustang Mach1. Owned by Stephanie Williamson.

1965 Mustang with the 289 V8.

Jensen Motor Association

1969 Jensen FF 11. A very rare 4WD version of the Jensen Interceptor. it’s powered by a 383ci Chrysler V8 and has a Ferguson All Wheel Drive linked to the Touqueflite 3 speed auto. It also has Maxaret anti-skid brakes, which is an early form of ABS. This is the only know Jensen FF in Australia. Owned by Mark & Dawn Skinner.

1973 Jensen Interceptor Mk3. Owned by Tony Noble.

Jensen Interceptor Mk2. Owned by Graham Hawkes.

TVR Car Club

1978 TVR Taimar. Made by small UK car manufactuer TVR, these cars featured tubular steel frame and fibreglass bodies. This one is power by a 3 litre Ford V6 with Ford 4 speed gear box and Triumph TR6 brakes and suspension.

Special Interest Vehicle Association (SIVA)

1959 Renault 4CV. Owned by Peter Olsen.

NSU Prinz

1958 DKW F9. Made in West Germany these car where apparently quite popular. Equippe with a 2 stroke motor. The company was taken over by VW in the 1965 and rebadged the cars as Audi’s.

Lotus Elise

Microcar: Messerschmitt KR200

1927 Dodge

1965 Honda S600. This small japanese converible has a 606cc DOHC 4 cylinder engine producing an amazing 92HP. 4 speed gearbox and a top speed of 159km/h

The Rambler Car Club of WA

Rambler Rebel

Rambler Hornet

Rambler Javelin

ACE Ford Club

1973 Ford Thunderbird.

1970 XW Ford Falcon 500. 3.6 litre 6 cylinder engine, 3 speed column auto and bench seat. Owned by Keith Hahn.

1969 Mercury Cougar XR7 convertible. Engine is 351ci Windsor. Owned by Doug & Jessica Peyman.

Classic English Ford Club of WA

1950 Ford Prefect E49 English Model.

1948 Ford Prefect. E93A. Owned by John & Tracy Collier.

The Fairlane Club of WA

American ‘Tank’ Fairlane

1970 ZD Ford Fairlane. Owned by the Cheeseman Family

American Car Club of WA

Dodge Charger R/T.

Chrysler 300B

1962 Cadillac.

1964 Chrysler 300. Only 2026 of these were built. 385ci V8 305 HP. Owned by Brian Jonesbury.

Ford Rallye Sport Club

Ford Cortina Mk1

1965 Ford Cortina Mk1 2 door. 1600cc Kent engine cross flow. 45mm Webber Carbs. LSD diff. Koni adjustable shocks.

Sierra Cosworth RS.

Sierra Cosworth RS engine.

Mar 03

Tassie Devil. More Monster Truck Madness!

Posted on 03/03/2015 by Jeff Toll

Tassie Devil Monster Truck: What a great photo opportunity to see another monster truck up close. This time it’s the Tassie Devil up close and in person. I found this monster calmly parked and not growling at all(presumable at the workshop to have it tyres pumped up).

More about this monster truck at the Tassie Devil website.

Feb 25

Mr Altitude’s Outback Thunda. Monster truck madness.

Posted on 25/02/2015 by Jeff Toll

Outback Thunda monster truck: And now for something completely different….

It’s a monster truck… come get some!

Check out Outback Thunda’s website

Jun 19

Perth 2014 Hot Rod & Street Machine Spectacular Review

Posted on 19/06/2014 by Jeff Toll

A big day out at the Perth 2014 Hot Rod & Street Machine Spectacular and as usual I made a special effort to check the car park of the event which provided some great shots of spectators cars. While this may sound a little strange, I’ve found spectators have great taste in their classic cars and well worth a look. Ironically, one punter expressed the same sentiment to me and even said the cars in the car park are “better” than those in the show.

Put it this way, the cars in the car park are part of the show anyway 😉 So I’ve divided the photos into car park photos and show photos.

This year’s theme seemed to be a western / outlaw setting. Staff however failed to dress the part unfortunately which would have been a nice touch (such as law enforcement officers perhaps). Though, I guess some may question why a car show needs a theme anyway…but what the heck who’s complaining.

Check the full album of photo’s from the event on the Brakehorsepower Facebook Page.

Captured in the car park:

1946 Mercury Eight

Pontiac Catalina

Lincoln Continental

Chevy Impala 2 door

Chevy El Camino Ute

Black HotRod

Agent Orange Hot Rod

1957 Chevy Belair

Dick Johnson Tribute V8 Ford Falcon race car

Dodge Challenger R/T

Inside the Show:

1974 Mazda RX2 Capella “ROTATN”: Owned by David Cocciolone. Features a “bear” 13b semi bb rotary engine producing 587HP in street tune.

Holden HX Holden HX Panel Van “VANPYRE”: An incredible work of art done on this van.

“Sueño De Guerrero” low riding 1963 Chevy Impala. Owned by Roger De Gois who imported it from San Francisco.

1953 Holden FJ Ute: Owned by Trevor & Marian Floyd. Features a 3.6 V6 engine, T700 transmission and shortened Commodore diff.

I thought my old VK Commodore was a nightmare….Unitl I saw this “SICKLE”, VT Commodore by Gas78 Industries.

1971 GT5 Detomaso Pantera

1973 Toyota Crown Model M565. Paint is House of Kolar Brandy wine red.

Feb 09

24 of the best cars at 2014 Big Al’s Poker Run

Posted on 09/02/2014 by Jeff Toll

2014 Big Al’s Poker Run is annual pilgrimage for car enthusiasts from all over Australia. This years event was again up to its usual high standard with stacks of interesting cars you just don’t normally see…anywhere.

The sun was hot and so were the cars!

I’ve selected 24 best of the best cars. Ironically, some of the best cars I saw were spectator cars sitting the car park…almost a car show in itself.

Full album of of 225 unedited photo’s on BrakeHorsePower Facebook page:

1. Valiant VH Charger Six Pack R/T

2. Pink Fur Mercedes: God hope it doesn’t rain!

3. 1964 Chevrolet Impala. Praise the lowered!

4. 1960 Dodge Dart

5. 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible

6. 1955 Cadillac Convertible

7. 1932 Ford Tudor Hot Rod

8. 1956 Chevrolet Belair

9. 1953 Buick Sedan

10. 1959 Chevrolet Impala

11. 1957 Chevrolet Belair

12. 1969 Volvo 1800S

13. Pontiac Firebird

14. Plymouth Fury III

15. Tank Fairlane

16. Mustang Mach 1

17. HQ Holden SS

18. Dodge Challenger

19. 1974 Oldsmobile Convertible

20. Chevrolet Corvair Coupe

21. 1973 Leyland P76. Perhaps pink fur would have been better?

22. 1961 Oldsmobile “Bubble Top”

23. 1960 Chevrolet Impala

24. 1928 Chevrolet

Dec 04

1958 DKW F93 3=6

Posted on 04/12/2013 by Jeff@carshow

1958 DKW F93 3=6: It’s old, it’s German and it’s got a funny name.

Sep 06

Gold Discovered in Orelia

Posted on 06/09/2013 by Jeff Toll

Automotive gold that is. The southern Perth suburb of Orelia looks to be a awash with classic cars slowly being consumed by mother nature.

Hillman Hunter

Datsun 280ZX: Yes it’s got the Datsun badge.

Nissan Patrol: Nature wins this time.

Feb 09

20 Great Cars from Big Al’s Poker Run 2013

Posted on 09/02/2013 by Jeff Toll

The 2013 Big Al’s Poker Run was held again, and as usual it was huge. A change of venue this year, it was held at Taylor Street Reserve, Victoria Park, a great location for the event and I consider this an improvement.

Here is a selection of 20 great cars from the 2013 Big Al’s Poker Run meeting start. A full set of 286 photos is available on the Brakehorsepower Classic Park Cars Facebook Album.

Jul 07

Classic Car Show Whiteman Park 2012 – Part 2

Posted on 07/07/2012 by Jeff Toll

Here is Part 2 of the Classic Car Show held at Whiteman Park in Perth.

Part 1 is here if you haven’t seen it:

Classic Car Show Whiteman Park 2012 – Part 1

Austin Car Club

1950 Austin Truck

1951 Austin A40 Devon ‘Penelope’ Owned by Ken & Diana Devine.

1952 Austin A125 Sheerline. Has 6cylinder OHV engine producing 125HP. Owned by Trevor Thackray.

1952 Austin A30

1932 Austin 16/6 ‘Colonial Berkeley’. Apparently this is the only known model in the world. Owned by J. Boonzaier.

The Austin Seven Car Club of WA

Austin Seven Roadster Ace 1932. Body made in Victoria. Owned by Jacko Bell

1935 Austin Seven Ruby Saloon. Owned by Ron & Anne Hayes.

1929 Austin Seven

Austin Healey Club of WA

Austin Healey 3000 Mk II BT7.

1954 Austin Healey BN1 owned by Derek Lamont.

1958 Austin Healey Sprite Mk1

Holden Car Club of WA

1964 EH Holden Ute

1954 FJ Holden. Restored to original condition by Mick Deguara.

HT Monaro 350

1953 Holden 48-215 FX Sedan. Owned by Len & Joy Douglas.

Holden HK Belmont Ute

FB Holden. Restored after many years of sitting under a Norfolk Island pine tree at Cottesloe.

Holden EJ Special Sedan. Owned by Mark Devenys.

HQ Statesman 350

Walkinshaw VL Commodore

1979 Holden HZ Statesman SLE

Toploaders Cruise Club

TC Cortina with 6 cylinder 200ci. What great cars these were. Used to be stacks of these around… where are they now?

1972 Ford Mustang Mach1

1929 Chevrolet. Fitted with 283ci small block V8 and Turbo 400 auto transmission. Owned by Rod & Ed Chapman.

1974 VJ Valiant Regal 2 door. Fitted with the 265ci engine and 2 barrel carb and auto transmission. Peter & Karen Hocking.

Ford XC Falcon Cobra. 5.8 litre 351 V8 of course. Owned by John & Diana Adicoat.

WB Statesman

The Rover Owners Club of Western Australia

Rover P5B Coupe V8 3.5 litre

Rover 2200TC

1955 Rover 90 P4. 6cylinder 2639cc producing 90HP.

1961 Rover 100 P4. 6 cylinder 2625cc, 4 speed with overdrive. Owned by Jim O’Neale.

Rover 3500 P6.

Cadillac Lasalle Club of Australia

Cadillac from the late 1940’s. Could be series 61 or 62. Fitted with a flat head V8.

Rear view of the Cadillac

The Cadillac Flathead V8

Cadillac 1960 Coupe Deville

1959 Cadillac Coupe DeVille. The pinnacle of of wing design.

1955 Cadillac

Cobra Car Club of Western Australia

Cobra replica by Backdraft. Fitted with Ford alloy V8 4.6 litre quad cam, Tremec T5 5 speed transmission, BMW diff, suspension & brakes. Owned by Kevin Wolfe.

Cobra by Boomerang. Fitted with Ford 351 V8 Cleveland & C4 auto transmission. Owned by Dave Kent

This is what a Cobra looks like without the body.

AC Cobra by Alan Gibbison. It took 10 years to build and features a fulel injected Ford 351 Windsor, Tremec TKO 5000 5 speed gearbox with original Cobra brakes and suspension.

Weblinks:

Jun 28

Classic Car Show Whiteman Park 2012 – Part 1

Posted on 28/06/2012 by Jeff Toll

The Classic Car Show 2012 at Whiteman Park was on again, and like in previous years it was huge.

The weather was fine thankfully which along with free admission encouraged a large crowd to attend one of Perth’s biggest cars shows of the year.

The event was well organised with plenty of parking, and I wisely arrived early to get a good parking spot so I didn’t need to walk too far, in addition there was stacks of food, displays and the essential toilets.

A great show… and now for Part 1 of the photos.

Studebaker Car Club of Australia

1958 Studebaker Hawke
1958 Studebaker Packard Hawk. 289 V8 Studebaker motor with supercharger. 3 speed auto. Owned by Duane & Daniela Sain.

Studebaker V8
The Studebaker’s supercharged V8 engine.

1962 Studebaker Lark 4 door sedan. 259 V8 motor. owned by Jacko Bell

1951 Studebaker Champion

Studebaker Truck

Historic Commercial Vehicle Club of WA

Thames Trader Truck
Thames Trader 50 truck

Ford F700 truck
1967 Ford F700 7 ton truck. 6 cyl 300ci engine, 5 speed transmission, 2 speed Eaton diff. Owned by Vic & Bard Batty.

1951 David Brown Super Cropmaster tractor. 4 cyl OHV Petrol engine 35 horsepower. Owned by Tim Batty.

1969 International Loadstar F1800D

1923 Ford Model TT. TT is short for ‘Ton Truck’ however often carried more. Owned and restored by Lindsay Hill who sourced parts from farm junk yards around Bencubbin, Northam and Wagin. This body style is called a huckster and was commonly used around New York, Chicago and other large US cities.

Tractor Museum of Western Australia

The famous ‘Tail End Charlie’ Chamberlain Champion which acted as a rescue vehicle in the 1955 and 1956 Redex car trial between Perth and Darwin. It also was used in the 1957 Mobilgas Rally around Australia. The gearbox has been modified giving the tractor an incredible top speed of 80 kilometres per hour. Powered by a Perkins 5.5litre 4 cyl diesel.

1967 Massey Ferguson 1100 tractor. Formerly owned by the Main Roads Department of WA. Donated by Ray Dobney and restored by Ernie Manns.

1938 Massey Harris Pacemaker tractor. 4 cylinder petrol kerosene engine. Made in Wisconsin USA. This tractor spent most of its working life in Broomehill WA and was donated by the Hardie family.

1958 Massey Ferguson 35. Manufactured by Massey Harris Ferguson of Coventry England.

Vauxhall Owners Club of Australia

1955 Vauxhall Velox. 6 cylinder 2262cc.

1937 Vauxhall DX Mark II Roadster owned by Robert Ingley. Built by GMH fisherman’s Bend Victoria. Body number 129 out of 257 made. 6 cylinder 1781cc engine 42 horsepower.

Vauxhall Victor estate
Vauxhall FB Victor estate. Imported model from the UK. 4 cylinder OHV 1508cc. Owned by Ian & Jill Bain.

1933 Vauxhall ASX

Vauxhall Cresta PADX. 6 cylinder. Owned by Jim & Jill Maskell.

Vintage Spark Plug Display

Vintage sparkplugs display
Vintage spark plug display

Vintage sparkplugs display
…and yes more vintage spark plugs. Old spark plugs can be collectible and are often sought after by collectors.

Bentley Drivers Club of Western Australia

Bentley 1926 3 litre Speed.

Wolseley

Worseley Fourteen
1935 Wolseley Fourteen. This one is equipped with 6 cylinder cross flow OHV engine with 4 speed gearbox. Remarkably good specs for a 1935 car. Has an Australian colonial chassis.

FESA Vintage Fleet Restoration Group

1959 Dennis-F28 Medium Pumper fire truck. In service with the West Australian Fire Brigade from 1959 – 1970’s. Powered by a 6 cylinder petrol Rolls Royce engine and a Dennis 4 speed manual gearbox,

1970 Dennis-F45 Heavy Pumper. In service from 1970 – 1994 and is powered by a Rolls Royce straight 8 petrol engine.

bedford-J2
1962 Bedford J2 light pumper. In service from 1962 – 1996. Used by the permanent and volunteer fire brigade of WA.

Chevrolet Club of WA

1957 chevrolet with blue flame 6 cylinder
1957 Chevrolet 2 door coupe with blue flame 6 cylinder

Chev Impala 1964

1928 Chevrolet AB

Chevrolet model 490. Originally owned by the Garden family of Kellerberrin WA, and restored by the late Tony Hoffman. This is oldest licensed Chevrolet in WA.

1965 Chevrolet Impala
1965 Chevy Impala 2 door coupe with 350 V8.

Chevy Covair Monza Spyder. Looks safe to me.

1982 Chevy El Camino Ute. Owned by Peter Taylor

1954 Chevrolet Belair

55′ 56′ 57′ Chevrolet Club of WA

1957 Chevy with folding front end.

Chevy V8. Not quite sure of its specs, but it looks great!

National Corvette Restorers Society of Australia

1982 Corvette

1966 Corvette convertible L79 option by the looks of it. (350HP 4BBL 327 V8)

Black Corvette
1967 Corvette coupe in black.

Model A Restorers Club of Western Australia

1929 Ford Model A with Briggs bodied Fordor. Owned by Rob Mawson who took 6 years to restore it.

Under the bonnet showing the flat head Ford Model A engine.

Ford Model A interior
The luxury interior of the Ford Model A.

Riley Motor Club of Western Australia

Post war Riley 2 1/2 Litre. Considered a a good performer at the time.

A Riley One Point Five.

Riley Pathfinder
1955 Riley 2 1/2 Litre Pathfinder.

Riley Nine engine. made from 1926 – 1938. Capacity 1087cc. Twin cam (but not overhead cam) producing 27 -46HP depending on tune.

Riley 12 engine. 1496cc. Twin cam (but not overhead cam) producing 54-64HP.

Riley 16 engine. 1937 – 1957 Twin cam (but again, not overhead cam). Cast iron. 2443cc producing 80-110HP.

The Mini you’re having when you’re having a Riley. It’s a Riley Elf.

Rear view of the Riley Elf. Those rear wings look like they from the Morris 1100.

Riley Kestrel
1938 Riley 16/4 Kestrel. Brought to WA in 1978 in a dismantled state and restored during 2005-2006. Apparently the former UK owner was one of Britain’s ‘Spymasters’ stationed at a top secret weapons research facility in Wales..