The Classic Marque

March 2011

Monthly Newsletter of the

Jaguar Drivers Club of South Australia

All British Day 2011

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Patron: H. Noel Roscrow AM

Your Management Committee

President: Rick Luff

Mobile: 0411 426 913

Email: president@jdcsa.com.au

Vice President: Bob Charman

Mobile: 0421 482 007

Email: vicepresident@jdcsa.com.au

Treasurer: Tim White

Mobile: 0419 809 021

Email: treasurer@jdcsa.com.au

Secretary: Peter Holland

Phone: 8271 0048

Email: secretary@jdcsa.com.au

Editor: Pete and Kathy Taylor

Phone: 8288 0220

Mobile: 0422 563 876

Email: editor@jdcsa.com.au

Member Secretary: Noel Trew

Phone: 8172 2071

Email: membership@jdcsa.com.au

Events Coordinator: Di Adamson

Mobile: 0407862758

Email: events@jdcsa.com.au

Web Editor: Tom Herraman

Mobile: 0423 214 644

Email: info@jdcsa.com.au

JDCSA Committee members

Email: committee@jdcsa.com.au

Register Secretaries:

XK, MK 7,8,9 – Julian Lugg 0417882930

SS & Daimler – Malcolm Adamson 8278 3002

MK 1,2,S,420 – Geoff Thomas 83743228

V12 – Roger Adamson 0421052518

XJ, 420G, MK10 – Bob Charman 8248 4111

E-Type – Alan Baker 0429097729

Multi-Valve – Ron Palmer 0418855597

Club Services

Technical Officer: Geoff Mockford

Phone: 8231 1233 (Bus) 0438 768 770

Regalia: Sue White and Judy Sterzl – 8270 7080, 8322 5126

Librarian – Tom & Marj Brindle 8387 0051

Historic Vehicle Registration Inspectors:

North: – Don Evans 8251 1575

Central:– Evan Spartalis 8362 8116

Geoff Mockford 8223 1997

South:– Onslow Billinghurst 8325 1971

Log Books:

Peter Holland: 8271 0048

Club Representatives:

Australian Council of Jaguar Clubs – ACJC

Bob Charman 8248 4111

Federation of Historic Motoring - FHMC

Don Tyrell 8371 0015

0417 818069

Marque Sports Car Association - MSCA

Barry Kitts 8391 1759

All British Day: Neil Raw TBA

Front cover

All British Day has once again been and gone but it left a big impression on Adelaide. Over 100 cats

graced the main oval at Uraidla basking in a typically beautiful Adelaide day. This year the

centerpiece for the day was Jaguar but the oval was literally Covered In Cats. Thanks to all those

who helped out too.

Fox Creek Winery A Class Metal Finishers

Sports Car Centre– Kent Town

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MINUTES OF THE GENERAL

MEETING OF THE JDCSA

1ST FEBRUARY 2011

Meeting opened by President Rick Luff at 7.45p.m.

Present: refer to sign on sheet.

Apologies: Don & Margaret Evans, Tony Human, Brian & Sue Walker, Pete & Kathy Taylor, Evan Spatalis, Martin O‟Dea, Mark Goodwin.

Visitors: Adam Davies, Rachael Curtis XJ6series 2

Minutes; Business arising - nil.

Presidents Report:

Rick spoke in detail re All British Day. Jaguar being the featured Marque-Jaguar-Timeline-50 year Anniversary of E Types. More than 100 Jaguars are expected.

Rick reiterated the role of events coordinator (Di Adamson). All Registers to refer dates for events to Di for confirmation.

Vice President: Bob spoke of Registers allocation of money.

Members are encouraged to suggest events to their respective secretaries.

Secretary: ANZ statement forms available for Copper Triangle Event.

Invoice from MSA

Entry forms available for McLaren Vale Classic -10th April

Interstate Magazines to Rick

Reminded members of visit to Noel & Ali Roscrows-27th February

Peter & Ros are going overseas in May; Sue Harrison is the fill-in Secretary.

Peter looking for Parts for MK2/Type

Treasurer: Tim reported detail of Accounts.

Membership Secretary: Noel asked all to ensure they sign in each meeting. THE Club has 31 New Members to date this year bringing The Club to 371 Financial Members.

Editor: More articles from Members please.

Web Master: Absent

Event Coordinator: Di advised in detail of future Club events all of which can be referred to in the February Classic Marque

Register Reports

SS& Daimler: N.T.R

E- Type: Alan spoke at length re the E-Type 50th Anniversary the National Motor Museum Birdwood

Sunday 27th March 2011. E-Types enter 9-10am. All Model Jaguars 10-11am through the Museum Car-park. See Di Adamson for entry forms – detail in February Classic Marque.

Compact Register: Minutes missed Magazine. Geoff knows of a 1959 MK2 for sale, if you are interested, please see Geoff.

XK-MK 7-8-9; Julian invited Club Members along to their Register Meetings and reminded all of their run to Meningie.

Multivalve: January Meeting was held at Ron & Claire Palmers House at Goolwa. The next meeting is at the Home of Ray Smithers and Judy Langdon 40 Historic Drive Highbury, Tuesday March 22

nd 7.30p.m. for 8.00p.m. start

XJ: Bob advised Members that Faye Leyton‟s brother died suddenly.

V12; Roger asked Members to take Photos of their cars and submit for 2012calendar

Librarian: Tom as usual had a large selection of books, DVD, and Jaguar Magazines.

Regalia: Position vacant, please see Rick.

M.S.C.A.: Starts 27/03/2011, Picnic at Peter Lehmann Wines 20/02/2011.

A couple of Driver Training days are planned (19/6/11 beginners day) Barry distributed Cams Calendars

A, C.J.C.: Literary Awards for articles published. Members encouraged to submit.

Next A.C.J.C meeting 13/2/11 coincides with ABD. Bob knows of an original Mark V from a deceased estate for sale.

Historic: Article in Press, Victoria Government will not accept New Registrations for cars without Stability control.

Meeting Closed 8.40p.m.

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PRESIDENTS REPORT

March 2011

If you include the sensational XJ-13, 100

Jaguars represented the JDCSA and JCCC at

All British Day; so many that they had to be

parked around the outside of the oval rather

than the inside as planned. And the highlight

from my point of view was the Jaguar timeline

on centre stage.

It‟s always difficult choosing cars to represent

the Jaguar marque when space is limited.

Below is the list of the 25 cars finally chosen by

me and Malcolm Adamson.

In no particular order:

SS1, SS100, Mk IV, Mk V, XK 120, XK 150, Mk IX, E-Type (5), S Type

Mk II, 420G, XJC, XJS, XJ12, XK8, X308, S Type (new), XF, XJ, XKR

& XJ-13

Thank you to those who provided the above cars, our general members with

their shining examples and of course those who helped out as marshals.

Congratulations go to Ross Rasmus for winning the Shannon‟s Choice Award

for his 1934 SS1. Colin Sutton also pulled off a gong with a special award for

his XJ-13.

Solitaire kindly provided a new V8 XJ and a twin turbo Diesel XF.

Unfortunately they only had one driver to deliver them and asked if I could

bring the XF for them. Always happy to oblige, I was able to help. I‟m that kind

of guy. Look out for my report on the experience.

While the trip to Noel and Ali Roscrow‟s home on Hindmarsh Island will have

happened by the time you read this, the E Type 50th Anniversary will be

merely a few weeks away. Neither event should be missed.

Lastly, for those that remember my black and blue race car, it‟s now green and

white and ready for reassembly. I know I put all the bits in a safe pace, if only I

knew where.

Rick Luff

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The all Historic Speed Week is on again “This Easter”

On Saturday the 23rd April we are inviting all clubs and individuals to come out to Mallala to see the racing and display your cars. This year it’s a bit special because it’s the 30th one. We are reliving the spirit of the first events in the early eighties. We would like to make this one a bit special and need your help to make that happen. Here are some of the reasons why you can’t afford not to come.

The 30th celebrations on and off the track. If you have a significant car or if you are a former competitor then we want to see you here.

The usual relaxed atmosphere of our event with the return this year of the Dinner, Tour, Hill Climb and 400m sprint.

As usual the large amount of track time for the entry fee that we can offer.

For regularity entrants we have halved the entry fee to bring fees into line with other events. If your log book or racing licence isn’t up to date, then consider the hill climb, regularity and sprint

This year is an extra long weekend with ANZAC Day on the Monday.

We’ve got a Month between Phillip Island, Easter and Winton this year so there is plenty of time to fix your car.

Interstate entrants get a huge discount on their garages (if you’re quick) and you can even camp in it!

We will be giving prizes for the best club display and other informal categories

We've reduced the price of the modern regularity event too so you can enter the main event in your road car if you like

And too important for a dot point: On the Sunday, we will be laying a plaque to commemorate the life and efforts of the great Kevin Shearer. I was 11 years old when he started organising this event so I rely on his reputation to appreciate all he has done for our sport. For all that knew him, I urge you to join his family and friends for this significant occasion. Finally if there is anything else you need to know, you can contact me or Abbie at the events office. I will have some information on accommodation options and am happy to do what I can with anything else. You also have the Liaison contacts in the Sup Regs for your class.

Entry is $15 per car or $20 with the track run

I hope to see you there. I’ll be in the pits with my legs sticking out from under a Sprite next to an ice-cream truck. Hard to miss, so come over. Cheers Troy Ryan On behalf of the Historic Racing Register and the Sporting Car Club of South Australia 0419 666 307 troy@solardepot.com.au or Abbie Taylor 08 82715689 specevents@internode.on.net or

Go to the Sporting Car Club web site http://www.sportingcarclubsa.org.au/Documents.mvc

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A Special Deal for JDCSA Members

Just present your membership card at any of Adelaide‟s Solver Paint

stores and you will receive your paint supplies at TRADE PRICE. For those of you who have bought paint before you will know the savings

are substantial.

This is an excellent opportunity to do those long overdue jobs around

the house or office with a quality product and don‟t forget the excellent customer service and advice.

Many thanks to Solver for this great deal.

P.S. Don‟t forget to mention the JDCSA

www.solverpaints.com.au

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Of Course I’d Be Happy to Help Out!!! While finalising details of the All British Day Timeline at Solitaire Motors, Nigel van Sanden mentioned

that that he was unable to bring one of the cars up to Uraidla and would I like to take the twin turbo

diesel XF up there-and have it for the weekend. Naturally wanting to maintain the excellent

relationship that we have with our major sponsor, of course I was happy to help out.

When I first saw pictures of the C-XF concept car my knees went weak and I suffered heart

palpitations. The car looked like it was baring its fangs and getting ready to spring at me and rip my

throat out. When I saw the production model I was underwhelmed to be honest. To me it looked like

nicer version of a Mazda 6. I know a concept vehicle is just that and has to be tamed down for mass

production but that‟s how I felt at the time.

Never having driven one I had nothing more to base my view on than seeing one in the showroom.

That was about to change.

After picking up the car I was completely comfortable being responsible for a machine belonging to

someone else worth the high side of a

hundred grand (actually that‟s a fib), and

once I became accustomed to where the

various knobs and switches were I felt

quite at home.

Starting the car is a cross between Dr No

and Star Wars. There are no key holes in

the doors or inside the car. The “key” is

simply a rectangular piece of plastic

wizardry that just has to be somewhere in

the car- the ash tray or your pocket, it

makes no difference. Foot on the brake

and press the Start/Stop button (I think

Jaguar has done this bit before). Not

surprisingly, the start button starts the engine. What is surprising is what happens next. From the

centre console a metallic cylinder rises up like something from a James Bond film. This is the gear

selector, so rather than a lever that you move forward and back, you have a cylinder that you simply

rotate. While this is happening the aircon

vents, previously disguised as part of the

dashboard, rotate through 90 degrees and

commence wafting air in your general

direction. The missiles pods pop out of the

edges of the bonnet and the radar dish flips

out of the ash tray. Actually the last bit is not

true. There is no ash tray.

While we are still on the interior, I think

Jaguar has pulled off a coup here. The dash

is a successful marrying of leather, burl

walnut and dimpled brushed aluminium. As

Michelangelo said to the Pope: “It works

mate”. The dash instruments look like

expensive Swiss time pieces yet don‟t look out of place beside the high tech centre touch screen

panel that controls sat nav, radio and so on.

Naturally you are cosseted in fine leather. The seats are firm and comfortable in both the front and the

back and the air con is as good as my 80 Series Landcruiser, which is high praise.

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The boot is huge. My neighbour

reckons that you could fit two dead

bodies in it, no problem.

Looks are a matter of personal taste.

For me the car isn‟t a head turner

like the XK. But perhaps that‟s the

whole idea. The styling is growing on

me and I‟ve come to appreciate it

more having lived with it for two

days. There are however a myriad of

accessories available to dress it up

to make it more C-XF-like.

At ABD it attracted a gaggle of

admirers, more so than the new XJ

and XKR parked next to it. It seems

to be more of a car for the masses, albeit well to do ones. I heard comments like “Wow” more than

once. People were in awe of it. One lady who sat in it thanked me as if I‟d given her next week‟s

winning lottery numbers.

Enough of how it looks, how does it perform? It‟s hard to put into words. The power is more than

ample. Flappy paddle gear changing is more than a gimmick here and a real joy to use. When

manually changing gears from stationary, 0 – 60 kph is reached in the time it has taken you to read

this sentence: that is up to the word “stationary”. (Read it again) All this with a minimum of fuss,

though it‟s easy to chirp the rear wheels if you use too much right boot.

The diesel engine can be only heard if you stop the car in the middle of a desert at midnight and open

the door, so long as there are no ants walking by at the time. When leisurely driving the loudest noise

inside the cabin is, well nothing really. Anyway, back to actually driving it.

The engine is smooth and silky although there is a minor transmission hesitation between 1st and 2nd

as you take off with moderate acceleration. This is not noticeable with gentle take offs or using manual

mode. I found that when driving in the hills the transmission wanted to stay in a taller gear than I would

have preferred. Having said that, with 500Nm of torque it could probably hold that gear up the Hilary

Step on Everest. The solution for me was to shift into Sport Mode which simply alters the gear change

points.

The car handles superbly, especially for its size. This was brought home to me when driving around a

tight hairpin on the back road to Clarendon where the driver of an oncoming car decided that his side

of the road was not sufficient for him and wanted to use a bit of mine. I just pointed the car where I

wanted it to go and it did it. No sliding of the rear wheels, no squealing of tyres. No fuss. The XF

makes you feel like you are a better driver than you probably are.

Driving it to work you can either arrive feeling peaceful and serene or with your heart thumping- it‟s up

to you. One of the hardest things I‟ve done in my life is to drop the keys back into Nigel‟s hand. I

wonder how much I could raise by selling my children?

Grace, Space and Pace no more. The XF is more like Style, Speed and Sex

Rick Luff

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Minutes of the Multivalve (XJ40 to current series) Held at Ron & Claire Palmers Home

at Goolwa South 26th January 2011

Present: T. Human, Dan & Jan Anderson, Peter & Trish Clarke, Sue & Doug Harrison

Tom & Marj Brindle, Alan & Lorraine Davis, Ray Smithers & Judy Langdon, Glyn & Pam

Jones,

Bill & Barb Mayman, John & Betty Castle, Ron & Margaret Shephard, Brian & Sue Walker,

John & Lesley Clarke, John Stanley & Wendy Hall, Ron & Claire Palmer.

General: 29 Members drove to Goolwa in 14 of Britain‟s finest exports for a B.B.Q lunch

meeting.

The Meeting started with Australia day pies made by Claire and D.I.Y. of vegemite

sandwiches.

The B.B.Q‟s were very busy and the cooking was completed by a buffet table of amazing

salads followed by a Buffet table of delicious desserts including the essential lamingtons.

There were adequate cool drinks with Claire‟s new Espresso machine popular. Thanks for

team work and Marj.

Lesley Clarke (ex School Teacher) conducted an Australia Day Quiz with great involvement

and advice offered. Thank you again Lesley for this entertainment.

Next Meeting to be held at the home of Ray Smithers and Judy Langdon 40 Historic

drive, Highbury

Tuesday 22nd March 2011 7.30p.m for 8.oo pm start.

SS and Pushrod Engine Register – No minutes for February. Contact your Register

secretary for information

Last Meeting was at Don Evans, 404 Grenfell Road, Fairfield Park. 7.30 pm on Wednesday 23

February.

Bob Kretschmer

Register Secretary

Paddy says to Mick, "Christmas is on Friday this year." Mick said, "Let's hope it's not the 13th then."

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Minutes of the XJ, Mk 10 & 420G Register – Held at Shannons Clubrooms, 863 South

Road, Wednesday 9th February, 2011

Present: Bob & Daphne Charman, John & Claire Evans, Steve Attard, David Bicknell,

Graeme Moore, Evan Spartalis, Phil Prior, Warren & Carolyn Bullock, Andrew Byles, Adam

Davies & Rachel Curtis, Brad Hoare, Hayden Isaac & Nikki, James Mann, Roy Malandain,

Anne-Marie Pajanka, Peter & Kathy Taylor, Noel & Carmel Trew, Merv Tucker, Don Tyrrell.

Apologies: Ray & Barb Offe, Martin O‟Dea, Darryl & Fay Leyton, Kathy Tyrrell, Rick Luff.

New Members: Addam Davies, Rachel Curtis, Merv Tucker

General Business

New Members Addam Davies, Rachel Curtis and Merv Tucker were welcomed to our

register.

All British Day 2011 was discussed for this Sunday the 13th Feb.

McLaren Vale Vintage and Classic, on Sunday the 10th of April discussed.

„E‟ Type day at Birdwood on 27th March discussed. Four marshals volunteered, David

Bicknell, Peter & Kathy Taylor and Bob Charman.

National Rally in Canberra discussed. Most events already closed.

Register week-end trip to Mount Gambier 6-7-8th of May discussed. Show of hands

proved it will be a success. Bob to organise details before next meeting.

Visit to Patron‟s home on Hindmarsh Island discussed. Sunday the 27th Feb. Details in

Club Mag or from Peter Holland this Sunday at A.B.D.

It was decided that a Xmas in July function would be a good idea, so we chose Saturday the

25th of June as the date and the venue likely to be the „3 brothers arms‟ in the Adelaide

Hills. Details to be advised.

Car Talk

Steve Attard: Building new garage. 12 metres long to hold all cars and a workshop.

David Bicknell: All cars running OK.

Warren & Carolyn Bullock: XJ40 N.T.R. Series 3 – new front shocks, couple of welsh plugs,

a nasty oil leak and will look at the leather.

Andrew Byles: XJC replaced the relay to air cond. Drove tonight for the first time in 3

months.

Adam Davies & Rachel Curtis: Series 2 purchased from Kevin Hawes. Going OK. Found oil in

radiator. Only 2 power windows working.

Evan Spartalis: Taking head off the series 2. Motor locked up and had to take camshaft off

to get to head. Done nothing to the Mk 2. „E‟ Type still has a few things to do to it.

Brad Hoare: No money to spend on the Jag. Used it all on the Peugeot. Used both cars in a

wedding. Asked the meeting about using cars for weddings. Told if there is no reward (of

any kind) then it is OK. Has a pile of old Jag magazines to give away.

Hayden Isaac & Nikki: N.T.R. Car still for sale.

James Mann: Very reliable Series 1.

Roy Malandain: Started up tonight and going nicely. But no cold air.

Graeme Moore: Trying to get horns to work. Rewired speakers to radio. Needs dash

thumbscrew. Bob‟s got one.

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Ann-Marie Patjanka: Green Genie will be at A.B.D. on Sunday. Has new suspension, new

paint, (Willow Green) Looking for Ser. 1 bumpers. New fuel tanks in. New interior and door

panels coming from the U.K. AM radio fitted from the old „Tardis‟ Taking her 1968 Mustang

and 1964 AP Valiant to McLaren Vale Vintage and Classic as well as the Jag.

Pete & Kath Taylor: XJS not sold yet but going beautifully. XJC has new rotor button and

new cap. Will be at A.B.D. Sunday.

Noel & Carmel Trew: Sold the Mk 2, but it will stay in SA. N.T.R. on the XJ.

Phil & Sue Prior: XJC Convertible now 50 lbs lighter since removing the air cond and piping.

„S‟ type ran for the 1st time in 12 months since full rebuild. Haven‟t got the bill yet. Price

Alexander did the job and happy with the result. Taking it to A.B.D. 350 new shocks and

compressor for $3000 by sourcing American market.

Merv Tucker: Daimler 1983 Van den Plas have had it 5 years. Front end overhauled. Air

cond. Done. Shockers to be done – working on it.

John & Claire Evans: Jag not registered until after John‟s back problems solved. Apologised

for missing our Dec Meeting. They went to Villis for tea, and then thought they would pop in

and see Noel and Carmel on the way home. Wasn‟t until the next morning they realised they

had forgotten to go to our Xmas breakup meeting.

Don Tyrrell: Not much to report. All cars going well. Drove the Mk 10 tonight.

Bob & Daphne Charman: The 420G going very well. About to replace all window glass and

door frames, including the rubbers. Still no air cond. “S” type going very nicely, thankyou.

Meeting closed 9.00pm

Next meeting: Wednesday, 9th March,, 2011.

Meet at Villis from 6.00pm for tea if you wish.

Bob Charman

Register Secretary

My mate just hired an Eastern European cleaner, took her 5 hours to vacuum the house. Turns out she was

a Slovak.

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WRITTEN BY: PHILIP PRIOR

ANOTHER CAT STORY—THE XJC WILLIAM LYONS LAST DESIGN The XJC is a two door version of the XJ6 four door saloon. When Sir William Lyons began styling exercise for the new XJ models in the mid 1960‟s, it was obvious that he had notions of a two door coupe in mind for eventual production. Many of these early styling mock-ups were based on the coupe theme in various shapes, forms and sizes, and the XJC was the last Jaguar car to be designed and built by Sir William Lyons. The two door coupe is based on the shorter wheelbase XJ Series l platform and was clearly meant to be the sporty version of the XJ models. In the UK, Europe, South Africa, New Zealand and Australia they were offered in four versions: Jaguar 4.2C; Jaguar 5.3C; Daimler Sovereign and the Daimler Double Six. All coupes were equipped with a black vinyl roof as standard equipment. Most likely it was because the marketing folks insisted on it, as vinyl roofs were the flavour of the month in the automotive industry at that time. Whatever the case, many present day owners have chosen to remove this feature. XJCs are extremely well proportioned with the styling of the pillarless coupe giving a sense of „openness‟ that is often associated with a convertible.

SADLY THE PRODUCTION OF THE XJC WAS ALL TOO SHORT. AFTER COMMENCEMENT IN 1975 THE

LAST OF THESE GREAT VEHICLES ROLLED OFF THE LINE IN NOVEMBER 1977.

Paradoxically this has helped the XJC to become the rare collectible classic it is today, although prices have never reached the dizzy heights achieved by the E-Type. The XJC remains one of, if not, the best value for money classic cars available today. To this day, the XJC is Jaguar‟s only two-door fixed head coupe saloon. Jaguar never produced the XJC in convertible form. However, a number of coach building companies as well as some private individuals produced a modified XJC in convertible form. This vehicle is one such example with the conversion carried out in 1998. (Information selected from www.XJC.com.au)

THE BUG BITES AGAIN Once I decided I wanted an XJC the search began in earnest. I found there were approximately ten for sale in Australia (mid 2010) in different configurations. I have to admit this surprised me given the relatively small number originally delivered in Australia. There were V12s, 4.2 ltr straight sixes, (a 4.2 ltr was always my preference) there were ones with and without the original vinyl roofs, some with leather and some with rather awful velour trim and in a range of conditions from rust buckets to some very nice cars. Prices on these cars ranged in price from $5,500 (eBay) to $38,000. I came within a Jaguar's whisker of purchasing the one priced at $38,000 having negotiated a final purchase price of $32,500. However, family issues intervened and I cooled off on that deal. It was a very nice car but in hindsight probably really worth around $25,000. For a brief period I seriously considered the purchase of a

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XJS convertible but was not convinced of their collectable value. When this XJC convertible surfaced on the net there was little doubt this was the car for me and am delighted with my purchase. I think the fact that it compliments my X350 and the S Type so well was a real winner for me.

GOOD ADVICE IS SO HELPFUL I AM VERY GRATEFUL FOR THE HELP AND ADVICE RECEIVED FROM PHIL EVANS -THE MAN BEHIND

THE XJC REGISTER IN SYDNEY

Phil put me onto John Mann in Melbourne, a true gentlemen and a great source of knowledge when it comes to XJCs. John is a member of the Jag Club in Melbourne, a concourse judge, an owner of a very nice XJC and was happy to inspect two cars for sale in Victoria including this one. His reports were thorough and most helpful. Although John is somewhat of a purist when it comes to XJCs, being a concourse judge and all, (and therefore not initially excited about chopping the roof off a XJC) he was suitably impressed with this car. Thank you John! Just another illustration of the great friendship and support amongst Jaguar owners in Australia.

A LITTLE HISTORY Although I do not have a great deal of history on this car as yet, I do know it was Australian delivered to Russell Kinsela Pty Ltd in Narrabeen N.S.W. on the 18th of February 1977. It was sold by Bryson Industries Pty Ltd N.S.W. with original registration JK 248.

At some stage in the 1990s it was owned by a limousine company in Sydney. In early 1998 the car was owned by Mr R Spata who commissioned the conversion to a convertible, the work being done in Sydney by a well known company called "Chop Top". A full engineering certification was carried out at the time; a copy of which is now in my possession. The car was then purchased by another limousine company in NSW owned by Mike Horsley. Mike, I believe, had two of these cars and found he did not have the business to justify both, so the car was sold to yet another limousine company, "Surrey Limos" in Melbourne; from whom I purchased the

car. I have to say it was an absolute pleasure doing business with the seller, Tim Purdie. I guess most of us have had some horrid experiences when it comes to buying a used car. Tim presented the car beautifully for me on the day of purchase having arranged a full service and wheel alignment along with some other minor repairs and a Road Worthiness Certificate.

THE FIRST BIG TEST Having purchased the car, the first test was to drive it back to Adelaide. The car performed beautifully and we even negotiated a wild storm outside Ballarat, which really put the water proofing of the hood to the test. No leaks, no worries at all! Some will have noted that the car has had some cosmetic up-dates. The bumpers, door handles, boot lid, tail lights bonnet and grill are Series 3, whilst the wire wheels are Holden 14 inch (some will remember these from the 1970's offered as an option on Statesman) and the chrome wheel arches are a common extra. All of which I believe enhance the cars appearance and are very tasteful.

SO ALL I HAVE TO DO NOW IS ENJOY!!!!

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JDCSA - ANNUAL JAG DAY 17 OCTOBER 2010

Despite some early rain there was a great turn out of Jaguars on the day. Apparently I am not the only person who thinks this car is desirable, or at least a little bit different.

I AM SURE THERE WAS A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF

NOVELTY APPEAL ON THE DAY

The car was voted runner-up in the "People's Choice" category. I have to say I was pretty pleased with that. I should say thank you to all my friends who turned up and voted for the car. It was great to see three XJC's present on the day, apparently there were only two at the Nationals last year.

Of course the real fun is the time one can spend in the shed working on these cars. There is always something

to do, a part to replace, a bit to clean up and paint etc. Then there are the great friendships and fellowship of

others who share the passion.

Editor Footnote

Great article Phill – The XJC is arguably one of the words most beautiful cars. It is also one of the rarest

production jaguars and is one model that many of the public are unaware of. It is not uncommon for people to

ask owners “how did you modify your four door so nicely!!!” (happens to me often). Enjoy the fun of driving a

great example of the marque Phil. - Editor

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Minutes of the V12 Register – Held at Roger and Di Adamson’s home on 11th

February, 2011

Present: Rick Luff, Pete and Kath Taylor, Bruce Fletcher, Brian and Sue Walker, Greg and

Pauline Pittaway, Scott, Karina, Callum and Imogen Galloway, Lynton Potter, Roger, Di and

Scott Adamson

Apologies: Richard & Margie Foster, Alan & Sharon Dunsford

Business:

Discussions regarding All British Day on Sunday, Patrons visit to Hindmarsh Island 27th

February, and E Type 50th 27th March.

Reminder to register for the Veteran and Vintage on 10th April.

JDCSA Members have also been invited to attend the Sporting Car Club on 1st April 2011

to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the E Type. Details on the JDCSA website.

Car Talk

Greg: XJS Cabriolet has been sitting in its bubble. Took it for a run and went well.

Pete: XJS C is beautiful. Missing seems to have disappeared at the moment but still thirsty.

XJC going well after rotor button replaced.

Bruce: XJS broke down recently. Fly wheel sensor had packed up. ECU needed new

computer which left a hole in the back account.

Brian & Sue: A framed picture fell on the TWR XJS. Scuff‟s Mobile Paint Repair came out and

repainted/colour matched, cut and polished. The Magnum now looks spoofy. Took the

convertible out for a run. Braked and pulled to the left. Brake pressure was still on Right.

Had to take master cylinder off. Only available in US at great cost, so refitted an 87 master

cylinder and power brake (No ABS).

Rick: TWR painted. Stickers are currently being done. Sprayed up OK (Photos passed

around). Still need HE Bumpers for front and rear. Over heating in XJS still seems to be a

problem.

Scott: Bought recently and trailered down from Brisbane. Put the key in and it runs well.

Not sure if should have a chin spoiler. Group advised it should have. Greg may be able to

help out.

Lynton: Has 2 x XJS‟s. A 79 to run around in. Recently bought a 77 on the internet. Needs

quite a bit of work. Steering rack, Air conditioner, Window Seals/Rubbers all need

replacing/repairing.

Roger: E Type great. XK8 has a small leak. Both are set for All British Day.

NEXT MEETING: Will be on 11th March 2011. All welcome.

Roger Adamson,

Register Secretary

Since the snow came all the wife has done is look through the window. If it gets any worse, I'll have to let her in.

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Minutes of the XK, 7, 8, 9 Register held at the home of Ossie & Rayeena Petrucco –

2nd February 2011

Present: Doug & Sue Harrison, Roger, Di & Scott Adamson, Julian & Moira Lugg, Richard &

Carla Smith, Peter & Judy Goodale, Ossie & Rayeena Petrucco, Peter & Ros Holland, Rod &

Peg Davis.

Apologies: Rob & Vicki Loffler, Robin & Diedre Ide, Roger & Lyn Hughes, Onslow & Wendy

Billinghurst, Jenny Hales & Russell Clarke, John & Lindsey Williams.

Business:

All British Day Feb 13th – Sue & Doug have their car in the timeline.

Visit to Patron Noel – 27th Feb Hindmarsh Island – bookings essential – please pass

name to Peter Holland.

Wooden Boat Festival Goolwa (Feb 26th & 27th) – see Rob if interested.

Future events - Robin prepared & circulated a draft run to Meningie March 20th (not

27th). Robin needs to know numbers for catering arrangements. The 20th is also Clipsal

weekend.

Note – the 27th March is the E-type 50th anniversary function (see website). Everyone is

strongly encouraged to support the E-type function at Birdwood Mill. E-type shirts modelled

by Roger and Scott – please order on website or with Di. Onslow had suggested that on the

27th March we could also be involved in a car display to support anti cancer at Belair

National Park (see Onslow for details).

Di advertised 1st April Sporting Car Club function with invites to JDSA members.

Other events

Tailem Town (no interest at this stage), Beltana Station weekend (deferred), Bungaree

station (Sue to investigate), XJ racing at Mallala (Di to check).

NZ run proposed (maybe Oct 2011 or Easter 2012). Any interest to Richard.

Email circulated on a proposed visit to Australia in Feb 2012 by a group of UK XK and E-

type drivers. (Maybe the club will organise a function to meet them in Adelaide).

New events dates to be checked with Di as events coordinator.

XK150 for sale (see Rod for information).

Log book covers circulated by Roger.

Club Calendars available from Julian.

Thank you to Ossie & Rayeena for their hospitality.

Next meetings

Mar 2nd – Peter & Ros Holland 104 Angus Road, Westbourne Park.

April 6th – Roger & Di Adamson

May 4th - ?

Meeting closed and BBQ & tennis followed.

A lad comes home from school and excitedly tells his dad that he had a part in the school play and he was playing a man who had been married for 25 years. The dad says, "Never mind son, maybe next year you'll

get a speaking part."

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Minutes of The Mk 1.2.420 & “S ”type (Compact) Register held at Tim & Sue Whites on 20th

February 2011

Present: Geoff & Marg, Tim & Sue, Doug & Judy, Bill & Heather Jones, Tom & Marj, Neil &

Taki, Ray, Bill & Marg, Ian &Cheryl, Phil & Sue, Peter & Ros, Anita & Lino, Noel & Carmel.

Apologies: Noel & Jo, Davis & Carol.

Meeting was combined with a BBQ.

GENERAL BUSINESS: Possible runs for this year and dates discussed.

Interest was expressed in a re-run of the JDC of SA radiator badges.

CAR TALK:

Tim: MK2 on market

Phil: car has a slight miss, vacuum leak, suspect brake booster due to be fixed before visit to

Noel Roscrow‟s.

Peter: Daimler now going, had to be tow trucked from Toll Gate on ABD. Found trouble, new

condenser in distributor. Made it to ABD after lunch.

Everything going well for all the rest.

Many Thanks to Tim & Sue for hosting this day. We all had a great time.

Next Meeting at BILL BROWNE & MARGARET PIPER’S at 8 Mawson Close Tennyson

PH 8355 1214 on 12th April 2011

Register Secretary Geoff

Teaser - Stay tuned for an article on Peter and Ros’s Daimler next edition of the CM

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JAGUAR DRIVERS CLUB

XK 7, 8 & 9 REGISTER RUN

MENINGIE RUN SUNDAY 20 MARCH 2011

Stretch the legs of your Jaguar and see Lake Albert with water in a gentle run to

Meningie with lunch at the lakeside Cheese Factory Restaurant.

9.00am: Meet at carpark at Burnside Town hall, corner of Portrush Rd and

Greenhill Rd for 9.30am departure for Murray Bridge via the freeway.

10.30am: Regroup at Murray Bridge at Sturt Reserve on the bank of the river just

downstream (south) from the old Princes Highway. We will have byo

morning tea here. Some may like to visit the antique shop opposite the

old railway station. Toilets are available at Sturt Reserve.

11.30am: Depart for Meningie via Highway to Tailem Bend. Turn off to Meningie

on the southern edge of Tailem Bend. We should arrive at Meningie

comfortably by 12.30pm.

12.30pm: Lunch will be at the Cheese Factory Restaurant on the shore of Lake

Albert, now complete with water. Turn right into Narrung Road and

right into Fiebig Rd at the end of the caravan park.

Lunch will cost $24.50 for choice from 3 mains and two sweets.

There is an interesting museum next to the restaurant.

Make your own way home. Either return via the freeway or cross the Murray on the

ferry at Wellington and visit a winery at Langhorne Creek or stop in Strathalbyn for

afternoon tea.

You should confirm your attendance by Monday 14 March with Robin Ide on

8364 1127 to ensure you are booked in for lunch at the Cheese Factory.

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Notice Board

The following applications for membership have been lodged with the Membership Secretary and are listed in

accordance with clause 6 (B-C) of the Constitution. If there are no objections, membership will be ratified one

month from this magazine:

Ian & Wendy Pringle 1964 E Type Coupe 3.8L

Tim & Charmaine Lynas 1971 E Type Roadster 4.2L

Carmelo & Mary Saliba 1974 XJ6 S2 & 1988 Daimler XJ40 3.6L

Robert Evans 2002 S Type – 4 ltr

Mark O’Brien 1977 XJS coupe – 5.3 ltr

The following applications listed in the June magazine have been accepted.

Alf & Joyce Taylor 1990 XJ40 4.2L

Maurie Senior TBA

Adham Davies 1976 XJ6 4.2L

We hope you will take advantage of the benefits available, and that you will contribute in your own way to make

this a better club for everyone.

I particularly ask that Register Secretaries and current members make these New Members welcome at meetings

and functions.

Noel Trew

Membership Secretary

National Rally 2012

The Jaguar Car Club of WA (JCCWA) is very pleased to be hosting the

Jaguar National Rally in 2012. The Rally Program runs from April 26-29th

2012 with the post rally tour taking place in the week thereafter.

In the meantime please note those dates in your diary. Please also note

that these dates are not during Easter. We have avoided coinciding with

Easter, which is always a time of the year when accommodation is at a

premium and venues very busy

Rally planning is well advanced and full details shall be posted onto the

website during February 2011.

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THE SPORTING CAR CLUB OF SA

INC INVITES MEMBERS OF THE

JAGUAR DRIVERS CLUB OF SA INC AND THEIR PARTNERS TO..!

The Sporting Car Club Classic Section General

Meeting

to continue the

E TYPE 50th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS

At

The SPORTING CAR CLUB of SA Inc

53 King William Road Unley

On

Friday evening 1st April 2011

7.30pm for 8.00pm

Bring your E-Type or any Jaguar model!

Parking for all Jaguars has been reserved at the

Clubrooms

RSVP BOB UNDER WOO D 0419 036402 OR E M AIL TO P A TBO B @B IGP O N D .COM B Y 28 T H

MAR CH 2011

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The E-Type 50th Anniversary National Motor Museum Birdwood

Sunday 27th of March 2011.

The focus of the day is to get a majority of South Australian E-types on display so all cars are welcome.

Expect to see concourse winning models and well driven cars, also a rusted shell or two.

At the moment we have 80+ E-Types coming on the day out of the 120+ identified in SA so we may

have the largest display in Australia!

Carl Lindner from Dandelion Vineyard (www.dandelionvineyards.com.au) has agreed to bring a

number of his E-types from his collection.

Peter Clarke will be our MC for the day.

We have arranged for a variety of interviews of SA E-Type experts and enthusiasts.

Various food vendors (coffee, strawberries, cheeses, wine and a gourmet BBQ)

Marques , tables and chairs will be available

E-Type Participation:

E-Types Registration is now closed. If you would like to get a late entry please contact us at info@etype2011.com

JDCSA Jaguar Entry:

All Jaguars are invited to use the 2nd oval at the museum from 10am to 11am. Admission is $10 per car and includes

entry to the museum for all occupants. Marshalls will be available to guide vehicles to the oval. We ask that Jaguars

once parked remain stationary until at least 3pm to avoid congestion.

General Public Entry:

From 11am

Non-Jaguar Parking will be in the normal Birdwood Museum car park on the eastern side of the building. Admission is

via the museum entry.

We warmly invite all E-Type owners and admirers to come along and enjoy the day.

www.etype2011.com

info@etype2011.com

P.S. Know your Adelaide E-Types? Check out our Adelaide E-Type photos on our website!

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GENERAL MEETING ROSTER

The Roster for the preparation of supper for the General Meeting is: Mar Multivalve Register Apr E-Type Register May XJ, Mk10 & 420G / V12 Register Jun SS & Daimler Register Jul Mk1, 2, S Type & 420G Register Aug V12 Register Sep XK, MK 7, 8, 9 Register

Register Secretaries please note: Each Register is responsible for the supply of milk and a light supper. If a register is unable to provide supper, please contact the editor (or President if unable to contact editor) and ask them to obtain supper. The Tables and chairs need to be set up by 7.30pm and all members will assist in this process along with packing up after the meeting.

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Club & Other Events

20th March – XK 7, 8 & 9 Meningie Run

27th March – E-Type 50

th celebration

7th April – XJ & 420G - Mount Gambier Run

10th April - McLaren Vale Vintage & Classic

Quick Reference for Register meetings

General Meeting Tuesday, 1st March 2011

Register Meetings

Compact Second Tuesday of every second month

E-Type Third Thursday of every month

Multivalve 4th Tuesday of odd Calendar months

SS & Daimler Last Wednesday of each month

XJ, Mk10 & 420G Wednesday, 9th March

XK, 7, 8, 9 Wednesday, 2nd March

V12 Friday, 11th March

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CAT CLASSIFIEDS

For Sale

Steel XJ6 wheel complete with Bridgestone 205/70/15 tyre 95%+ tread.

$50 - Price includes 5 wheel nuts and securing bolt/washer for boot storage.

Robin Bullock 8389 6185

For Sale

1972 Series One. 70,847 genuine miles only.

No Rust, New Tyres, New brakes.

Has all books from new.

Some spares, might need a little

T.L.C. (carpets)

Drives like new. Owner going

overseas on April 1st.

$6,000

Contact Dave Heslop - 85221189 or

mob 0422567579

For Sale

Jaguar XJC 5.3L V12

Australian Delivered Jaguar XJ5.3C

in excellent condition

Finished in Signal Red with Tan

leather interior.

$28,500 ono

SA Rego SER 002

Contact Darren

Ph 0402830179 or dtemby@southgate.com.au

(26 Jan 2011)

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For Sale

1964 Jaguar Mark II - Excellent Condition

Old English White / Red Interior

2.4L Auto

A Bargain at $14,950

Contact Nigel: 0408 890 174

(8 Jan 2011)

Wanted

Steering wheel and Horn (Jaguar MKII)

Lindsay Pears is looking for a steering wheel:

OEM 1960 Jaguar MKII, complete with horn button

Contact Details: Lindsay Ph 7225 4359

(26 Jan 2011)

Wanted

Club Car XJ40 or XJ6 (Series 3) Not needing restoration

Contact Nigel on (08) 8333 1347 or 0401 045 167 or nigelscoombe@aol.co.uk

(8 Jan 2011)

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The Cat’s Giggle

The Mexican maid asked for a pay increase.

The wife was very upset about this and decided to talk to her about the

raise. She asked: "Now Maria, why do you want a pay increase?"

Maria: "Well, Señora, there are tree reasons why I wanna increaze."

"The first is that I iron better than you."

Wife: "Who said you iron better than me?"

Maria: "Jor huzban he say so."

Wife: "Oh yeah?"

Maria: "The second reason eez that I am a better cook than you."

Wife: "Nonsense, who said you were a better cook than me?"

Maria: "Jor hozban did"

Wife increasingly agitated:

"Oh he did did he???"

Maria: "The third reason is that I am better at sex than you in the bed."

Wife, really boiling now and through gritted teeth.

"And did my husband say that as well?"

Maria: "No Señora......The gardener did."

Wife: "So how much do you want?"

One beautiful summer's day, two English tourists were

driving through Wales.

At Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwyllllantysiliogogoch

they stopped for lunch. One of the tourists asked the waitress,

'Before we order, I wonder if you could settle an argument for us.

Can you pronounce where we are, very, very, very slowly?'

The girl leaned over and said, 'Burrr … gurrr … King'!

Got a joke? Send it to the editors and we’ll put it in the CM