Mar 29

All Ford Day 2011

Posted on 29/03/2012 by Jeff Toll

The annual All Ford Day 2011 was held at Bassedean Oval on the 30 October, with a terrific turn out of cars and spectators. Weather was great, everyone was smiling and declare the event a *winner*.

Previous All Ford Days have also been held at the Bassendean Oval, and this location has proved to be ideal for a large event like this. Car parking is also quite good with plenty of parking in the side streets and the nearby shopping centre car park (where I parked).

Entrance fee was $10 for adults which is quite reasonable considering the size of the event, you could easily spend all day admiring the cars and catching up with ford friends, or even haggling a purchase of a classic ford!

There was a wide range of cars on display, from the vintage model A’s to modern BA falcons including cars from Australia, US and UK. Though as much as I like the Aussie muscle cars such as the Falcon GT’s…I really do take a preference to the American Fords of the late 50’s and early 60’s such as the Galaxies and Fairlanes, but most of all.. I love the Thunderbirds!

With so many great cars on the display, it’s difficult to choose which cars to photograph and to present for my review,,however here is ‘small’ selection of cars at the show.

Check the list of many Ford car clubs in attendance below.

And now photos of the All Ford Day 2011!

Mark 4 Crayford Cortina Convertibe. Only 12 of these were made, and this the only one in Australia. Fitted with 2.9L V6 Cosworth engine.

Ford Capri

Ford Cortina MK1

Ford Escort Sundowner Panel Van

Ford Zephyr Six

Thames Freighter Pick Up Truck
Thames Freighter 800 Pick Up Truck

Ford XE Fairmont ESP. Fitted with 5.8L V8, 4 speed manual. Finished in Monza Red paint.

Zephyr Ute

Black Zephyr Sedan

1968 GT500 Shelby Mustang Convertible. Fitted 428ci V8 police interceptor motor and finished in Sunlit Gold and White paint.

Falcon XY GT Ute

1958 Ford Customline Sedan. Fitted with 272ci Y Block V8, manual transmission & power brakes. Owned by Ian & Grace Steinert.

1964 Fairlane 500 with 289 V8. Splendid

1957 Ford Customline Sedan

1957 Ford Customline Sedan.

1958 Customline Star Model. Fitted with 272ci Y Block V8 and 2 speed Fordomatic auto transmission.

Ford Mainline ute. With 292 Y Block V8.

Ford 1928 Roadster with ’32 grill. Owed by Barry & Sharon Burton of Kalannie. Has 351 Windsor, 4 speed top loader trans and 9 inch diff. 4 wheel discs all round. Very nice!

1964 Ford Thunderbird

1967 XR Falcon 289 V8

XR Falcon interior
The XR Falcon’s interior. Column shift auto, radio, cigarette lighter, speedo, fuel and temperature gauges.

Mr GT’s Ford Freighter pickup

XR Falcon GT

Ford Fairlane 500 Ranchero ute.

American Falcon Convertible
An American left hand drive Falcon convertible

1963 Ford Galaxie. 390 V8

Ford XA GT Hardback

1964 Mercury Comet Caliente. C4 Auto, 351 Windsor, 8 3/4 Diff. Owned by the Coleman family.

1955 Ford Sunliner Convertible

1959 Ford Sunliner. Owned by Rod & Helen Ward.

1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Town Sedan. 312 Y Block V8 & 2 speed Auto. Owned by Ian & Helen Nelson.

1963 Ford Fairlane Sports Coupe. With 289 V8 and 4 speed.

Ford XB GT hardback
Ford XB GT hardtop

1935 Ford V8 Convertible

1959 Ford Thunderbird

1964 Ford Zephyr 6

1960 Ford Zephyr Mk II Lowline Sedan
1960 Ford Zephyr Mk II ‘Lowline’ Sedan

1969 Ford Cortina Mk II 2 door

1977 Ford XC GS coupe. Features 302 Windsor V8, 4 speed manual, GS rally pack, 4 wheel disc brakes, 9″ Diff. Owned by Tom Vlahos.

1967 Fairlane GT
1967 American Fairlane GT with the 390 V8

Ford F500 Truck

Ford F100 pick up truck

1973 Ford XA GT Sedan

Mercury Cougar

1969 Ford Mustang with 428 Cobra Jet
1969 Ford Mustang with the big 428 V8 Cobra Jet and bonnet air scoop

Ford Capri V6 Super Roo
Ford Capri GT 3 litre V6 Super Roo

1964 AC Cobra A98 LeMans. Features a fuel injected 351 Windsor V8, Tremec TKO 500 gearbox, salisbury 3.54 diff, 427 cobra suspension, original girling cobra brakes, 16″ Mk IV Wheels. Body formed and built by the Owner Alan Gibbison.

1965 Ford Thunderbird

1970 Ford Torino 429 Cobra Jet
1970 Ford Torino 429 V8 Cobra Jet with auto transmission

1970 Mercury Marauder X100

1966 Mustang 289 V8

Ford XW Fairmont V8

Red 1965 T-Bird

TBird interior
The incredible Thunderbird Interior

1966 Ford Galaxie 500 with 390 V8

Ford XP Falcon

1962 Ford Thunderbird 'RedBird'
1962 Ford Thunderbird ‘RedBird’

XR Fairmont 6 cylinder

Ford GT40

4 Wheel Drive XY Falcon Ute

1959 Thunderbird

2005 BA Falcon GT
2005 BA Mk II Falcon GT. Boss 5.4L V8 quad cam 372 horsepower.

1955 Ford Thunderbird. Owned by Bert Hayes

1946 51A Super Deluxe. Features Fordor body, 221ci side valve V8, 3 speed manual. Owned by Bill & Jean Screaigh.

Ford Model A 150B Station Wagon

1965 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible

1930 Model A Ford Murray Body Fordor Sedan. Owned by Peter Sartori who restored it (with help)

1929 Ford Model A named ‘Tonnies’. Owned by Elaine & Peter Gilberthorpe.

Car Park Specials:

Falcon 500 XT Ute. Looks like it being developed slowly from the grill and rims.

XK Falcon ute

Clubs & weblinks at the event:

Dec 11

Salvo’s Christmas Hamper Car Show 2011

Posted on 11/12/2011 by Jeff Toll

This car show was presented by the Australian Street Rod Federation and Salvation Army as part of the Salvo’s Christmas hamper appeal at the Cannington Greyhounds Station Street carpark on 23 October 2011. The venue of Cannington Greyhounds carpark was certainly not the most visually appealing, however the quality of vehicles in attendance was surprisingly good.

Entry for spectators was a gold coin donation, whilst those displaying their cars made a donation of non perishable food. All proceeds going to charity.

The venue itself was certainly not central, thus this show would appeal to many of the south of the river car enthusiasts. The show had an impromptu feel about it but was otherwise well organised, with some food available such as a sausage sizzle and drinks. Also there were toilets albeit located some distance away at the the Cannington hall. Plenty of spectator parking was available in and outside the venue.

As mentioned above, the quality of the vehicles at this show were of a high standard, in particular I liked the light blue ’57 Chev, the ’53 Cadillac and the Dodge Charger R/T.

A good show, and hope it returns for next year.

The photos:

1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air

1956 Ford Ranch Wagon

1948 Mercury Eight

1957 Chevy Sports Coupe
1957 Chevy Bel Air Sports Coupe

1957 Chevy Sports Coupe Rear
1957 Chevy Bel Air Sports Coupe rear view

1957 Chevy Fuel Injection Badge

1960 Chevy Impala

Shannons Insurance was there. As always, they get along to nearly all the car shows I’ve been to.

1929 Dodge DA Sedan owned by Glen Soltoggio.

1953 Cadillac

1953 Cadillac – Front view.

1967 Ford Galaxie Convertable
1967 Ford Galaxie Convertible

Lotus Excel SE

Ford Mustang GT350

Ford F500 Truck

Dodge Charger R/T

Holden LX Torana SS Hatchback

1973 Leyland Mini Clubman. 1100cc and twin carbies.

1969 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible

Corvette Stingray

Pontiac Firebird “moonshine”

1937 Ford Truck powered by Henry’s finest flathead V8

WebLinks:

Australian Street Rod Federation

Dec 05

Classic & Awesome Rides Show 2011

Posted on 05/12/2011 by Jeff Toll

Classic & Awesome Rides Show 2011 Yes, it’s a funny name for a car show but the name actually spells C.A.R.S (Classic & Awesome Rides Show).

The show was organised by the Monaro Car Club of WA and held at the Trinity Playing Fields, Waterford on 23 October 2011. Interestingly, it was open to any car club to display their vehicles at this show, and there was a good line up of Fords, Dodges, Holden and Chevy’s from other clubs at this event. It was generally dominated by American and Aussie muscle cars with an emphasis on Holdens and Chevy’s though I did see a VW Beetle.

The show was reasonably centrally located… in Waterford, albeit biased to South of the River, with plenty of easy parking on side streets and inside the venue also. Food and drink was available with a host of vendors selling related items and lots of toilets if you needed to go.

I’d consider this, one of the better organised car shows of the year, even with $10 admission fee, this was well worth attending and excellent value. I found the venue to be quite pleasant with grassed lawns and shady trees, with the cars well laid out for easy inspection and photography.

Check out the list of car clubs at end of this post that made the event.

I’ll definately be back next year for the 2012 show!

Check the full album of photo’s of this event on Brakehorsepower Classic Parked Cars Facebook page.

And now…the photo’s you’ve been waiting for:

Dodge Challenger R/T

Pontiac Firebird

Lincoln Continental Mark V

1959 'Tank' Ford Fairlane 500
1959 ‘Tank’ Ford Fairlane 500

1966 Chevrolet Caprice with 396 Turbo Jet V8

1950 Mercury Coupe

Holden Torana GMHTOY by Gary Tishler
‘GMHTOY’ Holden Torana owned by Gary Tishler. Colour is Ice Violet Pearl.

1969 Holden HT Premier with 186 6 cylinder motor

1971 Holden HQ GTS

Holden HZ Sandman

1957 Chevrolet 2 Door Pillarless

1972 Chevelle SS

Ford Mustang

2002 Holden HSV Y series Maloo Ute. Generation III 5.7 V8 @ 384HP.

FX-Holden
FX Holden

1956 Chevy Bel Air Coupe

1957 Chevy Bel Air

Holden EJ Panel Van

1988 Chevy Silverado pick up truck

Holden HQ GTS 2 Door

Camaro Z28

Holden HK Monaro 327

FB Holden

1970 Holden HG Brougham. Built in Adelaide in July 1970 and sold by Shacks Holden Fremantle. Current mileage is only 118,500 and still the has original paintwork, upholstery and unrestored engine.

1975 Holden Torana SLR5000 LH Model

Holden EJ Premier

1971 Custome Dodge Phoenix 'Crewzin'
‘Crewzin’ 1971 Custom Dodge Phoenix. Features Candy Cherry Black paint work, 383ci big block V8, 727 Touqueflyte transmission, with 2500 high stall converter, 9 inch diff, windowless doors (what if it rains?), moulder rear bumper and custom scoop.

1956 Pink & Black Chevrolet Bel Air

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Dec 01

Japanese Car Day

Posted on 01/12/2011 by Jeff Toll

With significant numbers of Japanese cars on Australian roads and quite a few car clubs devoted to various marques of Japanese cars, it’s little wonder the concept of a Japanese car day hasn;t been done before…and now it has!… on 16 October 2011 at the Midvale Speed Dome (WA).

This was an interesting display of Japanese cars from the various Japanese car clubs around Perth including individual exhibitors cars. It was a refreshing change to see some of older classic Japanese cars on display from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s as a contrast to much of the car show scene which is dominated by the usual, American / Australian / European / UK type cars.

This was event was put together by Automotive Events Management and this novel idea was to bring all the Japanese car clubs together for one big event, a show n’ shine followed by a superkhana.

In general, this was a good show with a reasonable turn out of vehicles and spectators. Faclities such food, toilets and plenty of parking was available. However, there are a couple of points I could suggest to make this event better for next time:

Location: Midvale Speed Dome probably wasn’t the best location for the show n’ shine section of the event. It was non central, and there was a lack passing traffic (vehicular and pedestrian) so the event virtually remains hidden. Quite often many spectators are those which merely passing by and stop to look. Compare this location to car shows held at not so far away Stirling Square Guildford, where there is plenty of vehicular and pedestrian traffic passing by which can easily stop and look. In addition the irregular layout of the grounds was not the ideal for this event, with some vehicles oddly positioned.

Admission price: At $15 admission for an average sized show, this was a bit steep. This certainly doesn’t encourage people to attend next year. The All Ford Day by comparison covered the entire Bassendean Oval and was only $10 admission and many of the car shows in Perth are free for spectators.

Lack of car details: Many of the cars didn’t show any year, make & model information which often spectators like to see.

Check full album of photos: Brakehorsepower Facebook Japanese Car day Album.

Anyway, enough rant!… the pictures of the Japanese Car Day.

Honda Civic 3 door hatchback first generation

1969 Mazda 1500

Nissan Skyline GT C110

Honda CRX
Honda CR-X

Datsun 180B SSS Coupe

Nissan Silvia Black
A black Nissan Silvia

Nissan Silvia Green
Nissan Silvia 200SX

Holden gemini Woody
Holden / Isuzu Gemini Woody. That’s real wood!

Holden Gemini
Holden / Isuzu Gemini

Subaru Impreza WRX STI

1972 Toyota Crown Hardtop MS75

Toyota Crown Wagon

Toyota Corona

Subaru 360 Maia Microcar

1971 Honda LN360 Van

1965 Honda S600 Convertible. This car features a tiny 606cc 4 cylinder engine with DOHC and 4 x CVB Kehin Carburettors developing 56BHP @ 8500rpm.It has 4 speed synchromesh transmission to a rear wheel drive. Top speed of 159kph and weighs only 720kg.

The Honda S600 engine bay.

1983 Suzuki VX Hatch. This Suzuki looked like it had just come off the show room floor.

Datsun Fairlady

Datsun 1200

Datsun 1200 Ute

Datsun 1000

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Nov 21

Chevrolet 100 Year Anniversary Display & Cruise

Posted on 21/11/2011 by Jeff Toll

A great display of Chevrolets was held at the Perth Esplanade on 16th October 2011 for the 100 years of Chevrolet anniversary. The event was organised by Chev Club of WA, 55,56,57 Chev Club of WA, Corvettes of WA Car Club and National Corvette Restorers Society.

There was an interesting collection of Chevy’s from vintage Chevy’s of the 20’s & 30’s to the popular 50’s style Bel Air’s and Impala’s and later models from the 70’s and 80’s. Quite a few Camaro’s and stacks of Corvettes made it to the event as well. Also, check out the photo of the only Corvair at the event with the ironically named numbers plates of NADER.

Unfortunately I arrived a little late (got caught up at the nearby French Car Festival) and half way through my photographic session, the Chevy’s took off to Mandurah. However despite this, I still managed to get quite few good Chevy photos.

I have to admit my favourites were the Gold 53 Bel Air, the 1960 2 door Impala and ALL of the 1957 Bel Airs!

This was very well organised event by the 4 clubs, being centrally located and easily accessible ensured there was plenty of spectators. It also coincided well with the the French Car Festival which was held nearby. No doubt many of spectators checked out both shows.

Complete Album of photos here: Brakehorsepower on Facebook.

The Golden 1953 Chev Bel Air
1953 Chev Bel Air. This one was also on show at the 2011 WA Hot Rod and Street Machine Spectacular. It looks even better out the sun.

1955 Chevy Bel Air 2 Door

1955 Chevy 2 Door Sedan
1955 4 Door Chevrolet Sedan

1965 Chevy Bel Air
1956 Chevrolet 4 door sedan. Very nice with black and pink colour scheme.

Chevrolet 1956 2 Door. Stock standard with white wall tyres

1957 Chevy Nomad
1957 Chevrolet Nomad. Wagon version of the Bel Air.

1958 Chevy Bel Air 2 door. Check the license plate “TOTHELEVY”

1959 Chevrolet Bel Air 4 door sedan.

1960 Chev Impala Sport Sedan
1960 Chev Impala 2 door Sport Sedan.

1960 Chev Impala 4 door. A front view of the 4 door version.

1960 Chev Bel Air.

1968 Chev Impala
1968 Chev 350 Impala 2 door.

Chev Camaro SS 454
Chevy Camaro SS…with a 454 big block I assume from the badge.

1967 RS Camaro

1978 Corvette Stingray

1958 Corvette

Chevrolet Corvair with NADER license plates
Chevrolet Corvair. This rear engined car, was quite a depature from the typical american styled compacts of the 1960’s. Designed to be a economy car to compete with many of the european imports at the time, it sold reasonably well. That was until Ralph Nader’s book Unsafe At Any Speed condemned the car due to the number accident and law suits the car had been involved in. After that sales declined dramatically.

Corvair engine bay, this is a turbo version. Maybe the spare tyre and battery should been located in the front of the car to assist with the weight distribution?

1939 Chevrolet Coupe

1938 Chevrolet

1936 Chevrolet Master Deluxe Sedan. Body by Holden. 6 cyinder engine 208ci.

1929 Chevrolet

1927 Chevrolet

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Nov 16

French Car Festival

Posted on 16/11/2011 by Jeff Toll

The French Car Festival was on again at the Supreme Court Gardens in Perth on 16 October 2011. Weather was fantastic and there was an excellent turn out of vehicles. The main French marques were all well represented including Citroen, Renault and Peugeot.

There was a surprise late arrival of some rather interesting vintage French vehicles such the 1935 Bugatti 57TT, 1924 Amilcar, and a 1926 Citroen B12.

The location was excellent, being centrally located in Perth CBD it was easy to get to… parking was a little expensive at the nearby car park but acceptable. The event date was also well coordinated with another car show event nearby, The Chevrolet 100 year Anniversary, at the Esplanade.

All facitilies were available with food and drink vendors and public toilets closeby. To top it all off, the view of Swan River was brilliant.

Most cars were well documented which was pleasing to see, as my knowledge of some of the more obscure French cars is not the best. Certainly it was good to see some of the Citroen D Special’s again, as these distinctive models are little seen these days.

Simca Car Club

Simca Vedette Beaulieu. V8 powered

Simca Vedette Versailles

Simca flathead V8 egine Aquillon
Simca flathead V8 ‘Aquillon’ engine. This small V8 engine was derived the from the classic Ford flat head V8 who owned simca at the time. It has a capacity of 2351cc and fed by a 2 barrel Zenith-Stromberg 32NX carburetor and produced 75 to 84 HP

1963 Simca Aronde P60 model. Powered by a 1.3L 4 cylinder engine.

Peugeot Car Club of Western Australia

Peugeot 403

1966 Peugeot 404 Owner Trish Torpy

1970 Peugeot 404 owned by Gordon Hort

1985 Peugeot 205 GTi 1600cc owned by Brian Eyre

1978 Peugeot 504. Owned by Sam Ervin

Citroen Pallas CX2400

Citroen D Special rear view

Citroen-D Special engine bay. Yes that’s the spare tyre in the engine bay!

1963 Citroen D Special

Citroen SM. A high performance Citroen with a V6 Maserati engine.

1948 Citroen Traction Avant Light 15. ‘Traction Avant’ is french for front wheel drive. These Citroens were the worlds first front wheel drive & monocoque construction car to be massed produced.

1986 Citroen 2CV. Featuring a horizontally opposed, air cooled 2 cylinder 602cc engine. Owned by the Guerini family.

1962 Renault R4L. Features a 845cc 4 cylinder engine with a top speed of 108Kph. Owned by Sam and Joan Brown.

1976 Renault R12 Gordini replica

1964 Renault R8

1959 Renault 4CV. Owned by Peter Olsen.

Renault Alpine A110. Rear engined sports car made by Alpine and powered by a Renault engine.

Renault 10 S Sports. Rear engined 1108cc 4 cylinder engine producing 54BHP.

1964 Renault Caravelle Convertible

1965 Renault Caravelle Hardtop. From the information sheet:

Type: R1133 fixed Hardtop coupe
Engine: In-line 4 water cooled rear 1108cc push rod 54bhp
Trans: Four speed manual
Brakes: Front and rear disc
Suspension: 4 Wheel Independant
Max speed: 143Kph

Remarks: First produced as a ‘Floride’ in 1959 with Dauphine-Gordini mechanicals. Replaced with R8 -R10 mechanicals in 1962. Styled by ‘Frua’ of Italy and first prototypes were made by ‘Ghia’ of Italy. This vehicle is in original condition and has never been restored.

Renault 8 Gordini.

Bugatti Type 57TT front view
1935 Bugatti Type 57TT. 3257cc inline ‘straight’ 8 engine with DOHC. This is the only factory body in existence which was factory converted from Ventroux coach for the 1935 Ulster TT race.

Bugatti Type 57TT side view. The car is surprisingly long. The Bugatti is still under restoration, but quite nice that the owner has brought it out for public display. Plenty at the rear for when you take it shopping.

Bugatti Type 57TT Mechanical brakes
Bugatti Type 57TT mechanical drum brakes.

From the notes about this Bugatti TT:

“History
Driven by Earl Howe in the 1935 Ulster TT achieving third-place with the second fastest time at an average of 79.92mph the vehicle was then used for personal transport by Bugatti’s number one driver, Jean Pierre Wimelle. It was then sold to Perre Levegh(Bouillon) and driven to 8th place in the 1937 Marseilles Grand Prix

It was then bought by a Frenchman who shipped the car to the UK where he lapped the Brooklands racetrack at over 122 mph (195kph).

It was brought to Western Australia by Duncan Ord in 1938 who raced the car in 1939 for the Pingelly Grand Prix with the fastest time.

The vehicle also gained fastest time at Albany in the same year, as well as a lap record in Applecross and set a lap record Caversham. It was on this day at Caversham that the vehicle experienced an unfortunate accident on the racetrack.

It was then sold to Geoff Phillips and then onto Phill Hind who shortened the chassis and fitted a different body.

It changed hands again, this time to David Van Dal and then in 1957 it was purchased by the present owner, James Krajancich.

This is the only factory bodied TT car in existence. Two were specially built as TT’s by the factory. The other car’s original Stilvio body was replaced, another motor fitted and then sold as a production car.”

Amilcar C4 1924
1924 Amilcar C4. Owned by Frank & Pam Selley.

1926 Citroen B12. Driven to Victoria and then back to Perth…phew!

1903 DeDion Bouton Type R. Owned by Ray & Angie Selley.

This De Dion was first found in 1940 in a chicken house in North Adelaide. The body was missing and many parts had been taken off. After several restoration attempts by different owners, the car made it’s way to Perth, where the present owner has spent the last 7 years restoring it.

DeDion Bouton single cylinder engine
The DeDion Bouton’s tiny single cylinder engine.

De Dion identification badge
The De Dion’s metal identification badge plates.

DeDion gear change levers
The De Dion’s gear change levers (I think?)

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Nov 11

Holden Car Club of WA Show & Shine Day

Posted on 11/11/2011 by Jeff Toll

Holden Show & Shine Day The Holden Car Club of WA held its Show & Shine Day at Stirling Square Guildford on 2 October 2011. A good selection of Holdens from the 1950’s models to the late 1970’s were on show from FJ’s to Kingswoods and Monaro’s.

The venue was shared with the All Austin Day, which I mentioned in the previous post as being clever thinking on part of both clubs.

The members of the Holden Car Club appear to have an emphasis on older, restored and original models rather than modified. I also noted an absence of early model of Commodores, not sure why this as I thought VB, VC and VH models would certainly be applicable and considering they are becoming rarer these days.

A great show by the Holden Club otherwise…

Holden EH Premier. Check the gold Premier badge, 179 flag and door handle scratch plates. oh and chrome exhaust extension.

Holden HT Monaro GTS with Chevy 350 V8

The rare Holden HX LE Monaro coupe.

Holden HR with 186ci motor

1979 Holden HZ Statesman SLE

Holden HK Premier. Check out those rear wheel spats.

1961 Holden EK Station Wagon

1956 Holden FJ ute

1956 FJ Holden Standard Sedan. 138ci 6 cylinder ‘Grey’ motor and 3 speed manual transmission.

Holden HJ Sandman. The surfers panel van.

Holden Torana A9X

Holden HQ 350 GTS

Holden EJ Special

Weblinks:

The Holden Car Club of WA

Nov 10

All Austin Day

Posted on 10/11/2011 by Jeff Toll

The Austin Motor Vehicle Club of WA held its ‘All Austin Day’ at Stirling Square Guildford on the 2 October 2011. There was a good turnout of Austin motor vehicles from very early models to the later Leyland varity.

The event location was shared with the Holden Car Club Display Day, which was clever thinking on part of the organisers of both clubs, as this seemed to attract quite a bit of interest in the event as a whole. Certainly members of both clubs were taking a keen interest in each other cars.

The Stirling Square location was a good a selection of venue, although not particularly central, it does provide plenty of easy parking for spectators and facilities such as toilets and food is close by. It’s also a highly visible location, no doubt many people passing by stopped to see both car displays.

Overall, an excellent display.

1927 Austin A7

Austin A70
1959 Austin A95. Owned by Trevor Worth. The car was originally purchased from Winterbottom Motor Company in Perth for £1427 (Pounds)

1970 Austin 1800 Mark II Ute.

1937 Austin 14 Goodwood
1937 Austin 14/6 Goodwood Saloon. Owners John and Joy Roach.

1956 Austin A90 Westminster Saloon. Has 2.6 litre ‘C’ series 6 cylinder engine. Owned by Fred Singleton.

Austin Princess 1800HL. The car that had to have a boot.

1957 Austin Nash Metropolitan
1957 Nash Metropolitan Coupe. Made for the North American market. Owned by Barry Wright.

1952 Austin A125 Sheerline. 6 cylinder OHV

1952 Austin A30

Austin Lancer Series 1. Aussie made Austin with 98% local content.

Austin 1800 Mark I
Austin 1800 Mark 1. Front wheel drive, 1800cc 4 cylinder ‘B’ series engine. Hydrolastic fluid suspension.

Austin Six Saloon

1937 Austin 10 Cambridge

1951 Austin A40 Devon

Austin A70

Austin Healey 3000 MkIII
Several Austin Healey’s were at the display, including this 3000 MkIII

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Nov 05

WA Vauxhall Owners Club Display Day

Posted on 05/11/2011 by Jeff Toll

The Western Australian branch of the Vauxhall Owners Club held a display of vehicles at Manners Hill Park, Peppermint Grove on the 25 September. This display included a wide range of Vauxhall cars ranging from the 1920’s to the 1970’s with some of Vauxhall’s classic models well represented.

Though not exactly a central location for a car show, it certainly was an interesting one, with some of Perth’s (and Australia’s) most exclusive real estate nearby, and if anything, the view to the Swan River was stunning. Parking was easy and there were some facilities quite close such as a coffee shop and toilets which was pleasing.

The event was quite well organised and I was pleased to see nearly all cars had a written description including the year, model, engine type and other information which was very helpful for those who are non Vauxhall literate.
Nice work Vauxhall Owners Club, thanks for a great display!

On with the show…

1955 Vauxhall Velox 'E' Model 1955 Vauxhall Velox ‘E’ Model

Vauxhall Velox 'L' series Vauxhall Velox ‘L’ series. Owners Laurie and Daphne Batters.

1936 Vauxhall DX 4 Door Tourer 1936 Vauxhall DX 14/6 4 Door Tourer. 6 cylinder OHV 1781cc. Owner Cliff Hodgson.

1933 Vauxhall VX Tourer. 6 Cylinder OHV 3189cc. Owned by Rod and Barb Colson. Restored by Bill and Glen Cardno Queensland.

Vauxhall Victor Deluxe F Series. Stylish looking…almost a hint of 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Vauxhall Victor FBD. Owned by Eric and Doris Fairs

Vauxhall Victor FB Estate. 4 Cylinder 1508cc.

Vauxhall Viva HA. 4 cylinder OHV 1057cc. Owned by Rene and Celine Chaperon.

1974 Vauxhall Viva HC 2 door. 1256cc 4 cylinder OHV. Owner by Bob and Katrina Boucher.

1976 Vauxhall VX 2300 GLS.4 cylinder 2300cc. Owned by Pat and Les Power.

Vauxhall Cresta PADX sedan. 2651cc 6 cylinder. Owned by Jim and Jill Maskell.

1961 Vauxhall Velox PA 6 Cylinder. Owners Les and Pat Power

1965 Bedford J2 Truck 1965 Bedford J2 3 ton table tray truck. These were used by the PMG (the fore-runner to Australia Post) and many other industries for delivery.

Vauxhall Velox E-Utility1957 1957 Vauxhall Velox E series Utiliy. 2275cc 6 cylinder. Owned by Rod and Barbara Colson.

1947 Vauxhall Wyvern Caleche. 4 Cylinder 35HP. Top speed of 62mph (101kph)

1954 Vauxhall E Velox Vagabond. Owned by Dave and Sue Churn.

1927 Vauxhall 20/60 'R' Model 1927 Vauxhall 20/60 ‘R’ Model. Owner by Bob and Kay Flemming.

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Nov 02

Targa West Rally Car Display Langley Park

Posted on 02/11/2011 by Jeff Toll

As part of the 2011 Targa West Rally, the Perth super stage at Langley Park saw a display of interesting historic racing cars and cars from other car clubs which was combined with the rally event on Sunday 28 August. Amongst the car clubs there were: Vintage Sports Car Club of WA, HSV Owners Club of WA, WA Toyota Car Club, Street Car Racing Association of WA & Triumph Sports Owners Association of WA.

Overall this was a very well organised and planned event by Targa West with a well-chosen central location that was quite accessible. In addition, it had plenty of facilities such as food and toilets provided for the spectators and competitors. Best of all, entry was free!

Vintage Sports Car Club of WA Car Exhibits

1927 San Sebastian Salmson Bartlett Special Race Car 1927 San Sebastian Salmson “Bartlett Special” Race Car. Raced at Brooklands, England in 1932 and was brought to WA in 1935. Raced in the Around the Houses in Albany in 1936, the Victory Grand Prix in 1946, Airforce Flying 50 in 1948 at Caversham race track. Last raced in Narrogin in 1954. Owned by the MacKintosh family since 1939. Restored by Bruce & Barry Mackintosh.

1928 Buick Replica A replica of the 1928 Buick as raced by Eric Armstrong at Lake Perkolilli (near Kalgoorlie). Unfortunately it couldn’t reach the magic 100mph to qualify for the Australian Championship at the 1928 event but did it compete in the Open Handicap race with an average speed of 75mph.

1928 Model A Ford Cactus 1928 Model A Ford. This model A is a replica of the vehicle raced by Ossie Cranston in the early 1930’s in Western Australia. Like many other race drivers at the time in Western Australia, Cranston was car dealer who’s racing exploits was an effective way of promoting his car dealerships. This car was nicknamed ‘Cactus’ and featured in many early hillclimb and racing events. The car was retired in 1932, and Ossie Cranston moved up to a more powerful Ford V8. Cranston retired from racing in 1937. This replica was built by Jack, Rodney and Graeme Cocks.