For Rolls-Royce and Bentley Enthusiasts PRÆCLARVM The National Journal of the Rolls-Royce Owners’ Club of Australia No. 3-13 June 2013

55th Federal Rally - Glenelg, SA - Rally Issue

Quidvis recte factum quamvis humile præclarum. Whatever is rightly done, however humble, is noble. Royce, 1924 PRÆCLARVMPRÆCLARVM The National Journal of the Rolls-Royce Owners’ Club of Australia No. 3-13 June 2013 Issue 266 Features Regular Items Events Calendar 6303 From the Editor 6304 From the Federal President 6305 News from the Registers 6327 Book Reviews 6331 Market Place 6332

Articles and Features From the Sir Henry Royce Foundation Chairman. Russell Rolls (Vic) 6306 outlines the recent 2013 Rally activities of the Foundation. Vale: David Cornish. Præclarvm says good-bye to an old friend and 6307 well-liked member from the Victoria and ACT Branches. Zara Henderson (Vic) and Malcolm Johns The Many Lives of 1921 Silver Ghost 30KG Ian Irwin (ACT) continues 6308 (NSW) casting thier judging eyes over his fascinating stories on Australian Silver Ghosts. George and Fiona Forbes’ 20HP. A selection of photographs from David Shmith. Gilbert M Ralph 6310 GOK74 at the 2013 Federal Rally (Vic), Hon. Archivist of the Sir Henry Royce Foundation, shows us some of Concours d’Elegance. the photographs of York Motors, Sydney, MD, David Shmith. See the full story on page 6316 The 55th Federal Rally Report 2013 - Glenelg, South Australia. 6312 Several attending members have combined to present the 2013 Rally Report in words and pictures. 2013 Federal Concours d’Elegance Report and Award Presentaton 6316 Federal Registrar of Judges, John Virgo (SA), explains the concerted effort that went into the Judging at the 2013 Concours and displays the results. Federal Reports For 2012. The Federal and State Branch Presidents 6320 take members though the Club’s activities for the past 12 months. 2013 Overlander to the Federal Rally “the Old Favourites”. 6324 Mal Henderson (NSW) details the pleasure of cruising with other Club members and entreats all members to “give it a go”. Technical Topics No. 43 “Cautions and the Engine that 6326 Races” by Bill Coburn (ACT) continues his dissertations on the essential maintenance of the marques. Peter & Joyce Cox (SA) prepare Twenty Topics No 46 - Another Rally Under Our Belts. David Davis 6327 their 1920 Silver Ghost, 49FW, (NSW) again develops his thoughts on 20HP matters, this time on the Horner & Ward Tourer, for the recent Rally and the passing of David Cornish. 2013 Concours d’Elegance

Front Cover: top: Rolls-Royce 1926, 20HP, GOK74, R Fry & Sons Skiff. Owned by George and Fiona Forbes, Overall Winner & winner of the E. (Jack) Vidler Shield for Age & Authenticity at the 2013 Federal Rally in Glenelg, SA. (photo: Peter Forbes (SA)).

bottom: Bentley 1953, R Type Saloon, B28SR. Peter Kay’s car utilised a celebratory cannon for its 60th Birthday at the 2013 Federal Rally. (photo: Brian Carson (QLD))

Club Website: www.rroc.org.au Back Issues of Praecalrum: http://praeclarum.rroc.org.au/ Robert Craig and David Kenway (both Vic) settle in for a hard day’s Views expressed in PRÆCLARVM are those of the individual writers. Concouring behind Robert’s Rolls-Royce 1979 Corniche The deadline for the August 2013 issue is 15 July 2013. Saloon, CRH34836.

6302 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 PRÆCLARVM (ISSN 0159-4583) is published six times per year by the Federal Council of the Events Calendar Rolls-Royce Owners’ Club of Australia. Whilst Federal and Registers every care is taken to check information published, no responsibility can be accepted for errors. 20-23 Sep Dawn Patrol To Swan Hill, Vic Peter Hiscock 03-5341-3220 Views expressed by the Editor and contributors 7-12 May 2014 Federal Rally, Hunter Valley, NSW Beverly Simpson 0407-705-040 are their own and do not necessarily refl ect the policies of the Club. Nothing in this journal, Australian Capital Territory Branch - President: Ian Irwin including any advertisement, should be construed as endorsement by the Editor or the Club of the New South Wales Branch - President: Brian Crump quality or suitability of any product, service or procedure. 14 Jun Dineamics Lunch Judith Merlin 02-4308-3811 23 Jun Drive Day to Mangrove Mountain Judith Merlin 02-4308-3811 Change of Address: Members should notify their Branch Secretary (address below), not the Editor, 6 Jul Technical Session, Motor Trimming, Carlton Judith Merlin 02-4308-3811 in the fi rst instance to advise change of address or 13 Jul Cucina Viscontini, Breakfast, Homebush Bay Judith Merlin 02-4308-3811 non-receipt of an issue. 14 Jul Tamburlaine Wine Tasting and Luncheon, Hornsby Judith Merlin 02-4308-3811 Contributions: Articles, letters and/or illustrations for publication should be sent to the Editor, address 17 Jul Annual General Meeting, Canada Bay Club, Five Dock Judith Merlin 02-4308-3811 below. Articles should preferably be sent as Text 10 Aug Cucina Viscontini, Breakfast, Homebush Bay Judith Merlin 02-4308-3811 fi le on CD, or emailed to [email protected] (otherwise as typed hard copy). 18 Aug Shannons Display Day, Eastern Creek. Judith Merlin 02-4308-3811

Federal Executive Queensland Branch - President: John Wright President: Kim Stapleton, 23 Jun Navigation Run, National Motoring Heritage day, Chermside John Wright 0419-678-260 297 Darley Road, Randwick. NSW. 2031 21 Jul Concours d’Elegance, Ormiston House, Ormiston John Wright 0419-678-260 0407-290-099 (m) Email: [email protected] 25 Aug Annual General Meeting John Wright 0419-678-260 Secretary: Wallace Moorhouse, 7 Grant Street, Ashgrove, QLD. 4060 South Australian Branch - President: Rory Poland 07-3366-5043 Victoria Branch - President: Ralph Plarre Email: [email protected] Treasurer: Peter Chan, 13 Jun General Meeting, Bill Allsep House, Rowville Louise Matthews 0428-995-720 PO Box 827, Fyshwick, ACT. 2609 16 Jun Winter Luncheon, Cape Schanck Resort Louise Matthews 0428-995-720 02-6161-7316 17 Jun Ladies’ Lunch, Bourke Street, Melbourne City Louise Matthews 0428-995-720 Email: [email protected] 30 Jun Tasmania Section Outing, “Runnymede”, New Town Carney Cox 0400-098-197 The Sir Henry Royce Foundation 11 Jul General Meeting, Bill Allsep House, Rowville Louise Matthews 0428-995-720 Russell Rolls, PO Box 140, South Yarra Vic, 3141. 21 Jul Outing to DECA Driver Training Ground, Shepparton Louise Matthews 0428-995-720 0418-325-086 (m) 4 Aug The Technical Section’s Event Louise Matthews 0428-995-720 Email: rolls@pacifi c.net.au 8 Aug General Meeting, Bill Allsep House, Rowville Louise Matthews 0428-995-720 Federal Publications 18 Aug Drive or be Driven Day, Rowville Louise Matthews 0428-995-720 PRÆCLARVM Editor: Tim Dean, Western Australia Branch - President: Brian Tilbury 1630 Malvern Road, Glen Iris, VIC, 3146. 0401-987-808 (m) 03-9886-9024 (fax) 28 Jul AGM, RSL Club Rooms, East Victoria Park Roy Whitchurch 0411-747-403 Email: [email protected] 17 Aug 48th Annual President’s Dinner, Royal Perth Golf Club Roy Whitchurch 0411-747-403 Registrar (Chassis Plate): David Vann, PO Box 41, Lutwyche, QLD, 4030. 07-3852-2999 (w) 07-3852-6222 (fax) Email: [email protected] Mailing list: Ian Dunn, 40 Murranji Street, Hawker, ACT, 2614. 02-6278-3763 Email: [email protected]

Branch Secretaries Australian Capital Territory: Peter Hyland, PO Box 773, Mawson, ACT, 2606. 02-6286-4265 (h) Email: [email protected] New South Wales: Judith Merlin, 9 Twin Lakes Drive, Lake Haven, NSW, 2263. 02-4308-3811 (h) 0421-690-299 (m) Email: [email protected] Queensland: David Balfour, 41 Richmond Street, Gordon Park, QLD, 4031. 07-3123-7903 Email: [email protected] South Australia: Peter Forbes, PO Box 6400, Halifax St. Adelaide, SA 5000 08-8344-5329 Email: [email protected] Victoria: Louise Matthews, PO Box 443,Berwick, VIC, 3806. 0428-995-720 Email: [email protected] CONTINENTAL GT SPEED LE MANS EDITION Western Australia: Marie Hammat, Bentley Motors recently announced six new Le Mans Limited Edition specifi cations PO Box 590, Kalamunda, WA, 6926. available on the Mulsanne and Continental families. Each model is inspired by a 0417-990-812 Email: [email protected] driver from Bentley’s six victories at the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours race. The Section Contacts Northern Territory: Keith Preston, GT Speed is powered by Bentley’s 6.0-litre W12, which here produces 616 bhp PO Box 1066, Palmerston, NT, 0831. and 590 lb-ft of torque available from 2000 rpm for instantly accessible high 08-8983-1029 performance. The GT Speed sprints to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds and is the fastest Tasmania: Carney Cox, production Bentley ever, with a top speed of 205 mph. 115 Gloucester St, West Launceston, TAS, 7005 (courtesy Bentley Motors) 0400-098-197

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6303 F rom the Editor 2013 - the Winter Months: No: 6-85, Dec t is pleasing that the winter this 1985; page Iyear has opened with rain around 1106, where the the country and our “car” thoughts following snippet for the next few months are now able was included in to think on matters of maintenance Bill Coburn’s (ACT) and polish, rather than where the editorial column: next cloud is coming from (especially “Motion Token where I am in Victoria). So please sit back and relax with this edition and, The photo among a range of interesting articles, below was taken its report on the 2013 Federal Rally in by lan Irwin South Australia. (A.C.T.) at the Hunt House. Ian Specials from the 2013 Rally: writes: “It seems that he Glenelg Rally organisers have Mr. Royce was advised that for members that were above: John McGlynn’s photo of the various T greatly concerned with output and RR-R tokens he has: unable to attend, or for those that did productivity and his employees were centre of page: Ian Irwin’s 1985 pic of a and wish to obtain more, the scarves strongly discouraged from loitering Lavatory Token from Hunt House and ties that formed part of the Welcome in the toilets reading the daily press. Pack at SA55 are available for purchase new parts for Phantom Is and IIs (heads, Nevertheless, the problem seems to online at http://sa55.org. These are manifolds, hotspots) and much else. In have been real enough, for he had a popular and rather special designs that more recent years he became known series of tokens struck for the use of will well display your affi liation to our for his pioneering research into Charles Club. Please log-on and check their the lavatory. Sykes, designer of the R-R mascot. He latest availability. collected Sykes art deeply and was able to mark the 2011 centenary with Time and Motion at Rolls-Royce: a superb exhibition and lectures. His friends hope to complete the book on ur oft time contributor from the Sykes that Ken was compiling. OUK, John McGlynn, has sent the following snippet and photo for Have a rewarding and safe time until Præclarvm’s interest: the next edition of Præclarvm. “When I search for interesting R-R Happy motoring material for my collection, I always Tim Dean The toilet tokens were numbered hope to find something I’ve never GBK58, BSH20044 seen before. Well, how’s this for and it seems that the motions of the something different! individual were monitored, so to speak! Ten minutes daily was permitted in the A Rolls-Royce lavatory check! I toilets - anything in excess brought have shown it along with a tool check reprimand.” and two plant plaques. (see top pic) If you too would like to be opened to the When starting work in an “weighty” and historic words of previous engineering factory you would be Præclarvm editions, they are all available issued with the tool checks bearing on the web at http://au.rrforums.net your clock number. Upon withdrawing or http://paeclarum.rroc.org.au. I a tool from the tool stores a tool check highly encourage would be put in it’s place. In that way you to engage the whereabouts of all the tools were with the history recorded. of the Club in The diameter of this lavatory check these fascinating is 30 mm / just over an inch. I am volumes. unsure how it was used. After the cessation of hostilities Air Vale: Ken Ministry plaques were apparently Brittan: replaced by those of the contractor. I om Clarke notice that the typeface on these two has written plant register plaques from Crewe T to Præclarvm is identical on both. I can’t help but advising that Prof. notice that the hyphen is missing from Ken W. Brittan the toolcheck…..they obviously had died suddenly in more important matters in mind in Leicestershire on 1939.” 8 April aged 81. Those of our long-serving members Many members who read Præclarvm in detail will now will know his right: at the 2013 Federal Rally Awards Dinner, Dean Sullivan (SA) name through his be able to cast their memories back accepts the Frank Cove Trophy for the Rally’s preparation to a previous edition of Præclarvm, engineering of from John Virgo (SA) Federal Registrar of Judges

6304 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 F rom the Federal President et me begin by both congratulating I announced at the Presentation Dinner The circumstances that brought about Land thanking the South Australia that we would not be holding Dawn this lack of confi dence are now behind Branch for being fantastic hosts during Patrols at the 2014 Federal Rally. To us and the Council is very keen to the recent Federal Rally. We were my surprise this announcement was not rectify the situation and help drive the blessed with good weather for the a popular one! So clearly there is an Foundation forward. By and large the duration of the Rally which made the interest in getting the older cars out for Council agreed that a lack of meaningful Display Day all that more enjoyable. a run. In which case I say to you, bring communication from the SHRF and The Torrens Parade Ground provided the old cars out and we will provide the the absence of a direction statement a wonderful venue to display our cars events. Given the enthusiasm that was or document have been the major at their best and our members put in evident at the Presentation Dinner I am contributors to the current perception the effort to have their cars looking pleased to advise, that we will be holding of the SHRF. magnifi cent for the day. Dawn Patrols at the 2014 Federal Rally. Council has agreed to form an Throughout the Rally, the participants Here is a summary of the business Advisory Committee consisting of enjoyed delightful meals at each discussed at the Federal Council held in the Federal President and all Branch of the venues and the selection of Adelaide during SA55. I was very pleased Presidents or their nominees. This drives provided an excellent expose of with the frank and open discussions that Committee will work with the Trustees Adelaide and the Adelaide Hills region. took place during the meeting and the to improve the relationship between the As usual the camaraderie and socialising focus of Delegates in dealing with the Club membership and the Foundation, was outstanding and it was great, for agenda items. I would also like to thank to develop and ensure continued two- me, to catch up with so many of our Wallace Moorhouse and Peter Chan who way communication between the members during the 4 days. An added have supported me on the Executive Foundation and the Club, and to provide delight for many of us was the Lord throughout the year. I am pleased the Foundation with opinions and input Mayor’s reception where we had the on the direction of the Foundation opportunity to enjoy the splendour within the aims of the Trust Deed. of the Adelaide Room at the Town The initial meeting of this Hall and to meet and chat with the Committee with the Trustees was Lord Mayor Stephen Yarwood. held on the afternoon of Saturday I took the time to join the Old 13th April 2103. I would like to Favourites Overlander from Wagga congratulate the two new Trustees, Wagga to Glenelg, travelling via Eric Henderson (Vic) and Brian Crump Bendigo, Warrnambool, Hall’s Gap, (NSW). Also I would like to thank Naracoorte and Murray Bridge. David Davis (NSW), who is retiring I would like to thank Robyn as a Trustee, for his dedicated efforts Henderson for organising this event, for the SHRF. as it was a delightful and fun way You will be aware that Fred to get to a Federal Rally, and takes Engish undertook to have all editions some considerable effort to arrange. of Præclarvm scanned and made Needless to say all the participants available on the internet for our had a great time. members. Fred has now produced Next year will see us gather for the a hard copy version of the index of all editions of Præclarvm, sorted 56th Federal Rally in the Hunter Valley to advise that both these gentlemen by: General Article; Technical Article; of New South Wales, headquartered at have been re-elected as Secretary and Book Reviews; Car Photos; Market the Cypress Lakes Resort. The event Treasurer respectively. will be held from Wednesday 7th to Place; People Photos; and Drawings. Monday 12th May 2014. There will As I mentioned earlier the SGA will be In this endeavor he has been assisted be much more detail provided in the holding a multi-part event in February by David Neely, Tom Clarke, Margaret months to come. However we are and March next year. The Victorian, ACT & Barrie Gillings and in the scanning, expecting a large number of Silver and New South Wales Branches will be preparation and printing by Oliver Treby Ghosts to be attending, as the SGA staging events in conjunction with the of Print and Copy Works, Manly. The will be holding a rally in Tasmania and SGA as they travel through the respective Council unanimously agreed to fund the South East Australia during February regions. As there are a number of production of 50 copies of this index and and March next year. Keith Wherry, overseas participants and overseas to express its sincere thanks to Fred for the main organiser, has indicated that cars taking part in the SGA event, it his outstanding effort and generosity. will provide a wonderful opportunity for a number of the overseas participants Finally I want to express the thanks our members to view some Ghosts they intend leaving their cars behind and of Council and myself to David Vann who would otherwise, perhaps not have seen. returning for the Federal Rally. has stood down as our Federal Registrar At the Registrars’ Meeting held in There have been some changes to after holding the position for some 12 Adelaide recently we heard once again the sequence in which the Branches years and who has produced 5 editions that many were fi nding it diffi cult host the Federal Rally to accommodate of Chassis Plate, during that time. David to get members to bring their older signifi cant events for various Branches. was presented with a Certifi cate of cars out on the runs that were being The sequence is: 2014-NSW; 2015-WA; Appreciation at the Presentation Dinner organised. In an attempt to encourage 2016-Vic; 2017-ACT; 2018-SA; 2019-Qld. in Adelaide. Our new Federal Registrar more participation of older cars the Council discussed at length the Sir is David Neely and I congratulate David Ghost, Phantom and Small Horsepower Henry Royce Foundation (SHRF) and and wish him well in this role. Registers will organise a combined event the proposed formation of an Advisory Wishing safe and happy motoring to in the coming year. So please support Committee. The general opinion of all you all, the effort of your Registrars and get the Delegates was that the Club broadly Kim Stapleton older cars out on the road. lacks confi dence in the SHRF. The Federal President As a result of this declining interest Trustees have acknowledged this fact.

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6305 F rom The Sir Henry Royce Foundation Chairman

Foundation Trophy and rebuilt it. The finished car is involvement with Studley Park House, testament to David’s dedication and the channels of communication with t the recent Federal Rally at Glenelg, ability and has now travelled widely the Branches have been enhanced. AThe Foundation Trophy for this year to Club events. The Foundation has committed to was presented to Dr David Forward. keeping Branch Presidents advised David’s recent book covering the history David has given of his extensive on a quarterly basis of Foundation and technical development of the Rolls knowledge of the Silver Ghost to write activities. These Foundation/Branch Royce Silver Ghost was a masterpiece. and publish the most comprehensive Presidents’ meetings will be held at all David is to be congratulated for the book The Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost – future Federal Rallies. Kim Stapleton, detailed research undertaken as the origins and development of the 40-50 as the Federal President, will chair background for the book. The book HP model 1906 – 1926. This book has the Branch Presidents’ Consultation adds greatly to Silver Ghost history received world-wide acclaim and is Committee. and has attracted universal acclaim. in the library of most l Silver Ghost The Trustees of The Foundation and all owners and has also been acquired South Australia Branch Donation members of the Rolls-Royce Owners’ by the RAC library in London. David Club of Australia congratulate David on has shared his extensive knowledge The Foundation has received a donation winning this Trophy. of the model with owners around the of $1,500 from the SA Branch to world and has made it a book that further its activities. The Trustees wish In part the trophy plarque presented is extremely interesting to read and to acknowledge publicly their gratitude to David states: containing the greatest technical for this donation. The support of all information that one could imagine. branches is critical to the success of “The trophy this year goes to a The Foundation’s activities. The South person who has made a significant David is to be commended for his Australia Branch has shown signifi cant contribution to the owners and forward thinking, his sharing of his leadership with this donation. enthusiasts of the 40-50 H.P (Silver knowledge and for his enthusiasm in Ghost) model by writing and personally making this book possible Præclarvm Index producing the most comprehensive and in doing so keeping the thoughts book of its technical development, and works of Sir Henry Royce alive.” ong time member, Fred Engish, history and design which is of Lhas produced a comprehensive enormous interest to all aficionado’s Trustee and Club Presidents’ index of all articles, photos, cars, etc. of Rolls-Royce and the Silver Ghost. Meeting in Glenelg for the fi rst 50 years of Præclarvm. This is a mammoth exercise and The David’s first Rolls-Royce car was s advised in the previous issue Foundation wishes to pay tribute to his 20 H.P. chassis GOK71 which he Aof Præclarvm, a meeting of the Fred for the effort he has put into acquired from the late Rt. Rev Lionel Trustees and Branch Presidents (or their producing this index. Each Branch Renfrey nominees) was held at Glenelg. There will be provided with a copy for use was robust discussion and consideration by members in researching the David set about carrying out a relating to The Foundation’s activities. history of their cars or for looking up total restoration and on completion A set of minutes of these discussions articles of interest in previous issues regularly attended many local is being prepared for distribution to of Præclarvm. Further, the index will motoring events and Federal Rallies. Branch Presidents. The meeting was prove of valuable assistance to future During this time David held many particularly positive with all Branch researchers in tracing the history of management positions with the representatives expressing solid the Rolls Royce and Bentley movement South Australian Branch of the Rolls- support for The Foundation. With in Australia. Royce Owners’ Club. The Foundation’s cessation of its Russell Rolls Chairman of Trustees After selling the 20 H.P. David maintained a strong interest in one day owning a Silver Ghost and in 1993 he acquired from America a Springfield Silver Ghost chassis number 353LF Mayfair Town Car with original coachwork.

On examination on its arrival in Australia David determined to carry out a full restoration in his workshop at Stirling. During this restoration he personally dismantled the motor right: David Forward accepts the Foundation Trophy for 2013, surrounded by (l-r) Trustees: David Vann (Qld), Eric Henderson (Vic), Brian Crump (NSW) and Chairman Russell Rolls (Vic) 6306 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 VALE David Cornish 1925 – 2013

avid Cornish passed away on 6th great credit to men of half his age. May following a battle with illness. D Remarkably, as far as regular David was a long-serving stalwart driving cars were concerned David of the Victoria Branch as well as a only ever owned four in his life. The member and friend of the A.C.T. fi rst of these was a 1938 Plymouth and Branch. He was a man of great all of the other three were Bentleys. energy and enthusiasm, serving in Although living near Benalla, Victoria, leadership positions in the Scouting David & Thea would think nothing of movement and the Returned Services driving hundreds of kilometers in their League, having defended his country 1993 Bentley Brooklands to attend in active service in World War II. He A.C.T. Branch events. had reached an age at which many Our thoughts go out to Thea and would think only of their armchairs to son Graham. yet showed boundless energy, quite belying his age and putting many Martin Bennett ACT much younger men, including this writer, to shame. Few men in their eighties would have even considered the restoration of a vintage Rolls- Royce, yet that is precisely what David did. Having started the restoration of his 1924 Twenty Horsepower, GH68, soon after acquiring it he pressed on with a determination and methodical competence that would have done

centre: Dqvid Cornish, long term member of the Victoria Branch right: David inspecting George Forbes’ 20HP, GOK74, at the 2010 Victorian Concours, gaining ideas for his restoration

The Rolls-Royce Owners’ Club of Australia Will hold the 2014 Federal Rally at Cypress Lakes Resort in the Hunter Valley, NSW 7th – 12th May 2014

The programme will include: Overlanders’ BBQ; Welcome Cocktail Party; Concours; Display Day; A Night at the Races; A diverse programme of technical and general interest presentations; A Golf Tournament; A selection of Drives to explore and showcase the Hunter Valley Region; the Presentation Dinner and the Farewell Breakfast.

Contacts: Kim Stapleton 0407 290 099 Beverley Simpson 0407 705 040 or email: [email protected]

Cypress Lakes Resort www.cypresslakes.com.au

left: The 6th hole at Cypress Lakes Golf Course

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6307 THE MANY LIVES OF 1921 SILVER GHOST 30KG Ian Irwin (ACT) Ian, in this edition, continues his fascinating stories on Australian Silver Ghosts

Camperdown. With the chosen Tourer coachwork completed the car was delivered in early 1923, and we are fortunate to have an original colour-touched beautiful photograph of the car taken outside the Art Gallery of New South Wales. The illustration appeared in a number of motoring journals and other media in advertisements for the coachbuilders. Quite early in the life of the car, as so often was the case with Rolls-Royce Silver Ghosts, the original tourer body was removed. In this instance the firm of Jackson, Jones and Collins was en- trusted with the task of constructing a four-door saloon body on the chassis. The car passed through ownerships with J.R. Morgan, believed to be a dentist in Cronulla, a southern Sydney suburb and carrying the plate NSW 2500 then to a doctor in the Hunter Valley before returning to Sydney in 1936 in the hands of Richard Henderson of Burwood. In the 1950s it had front wheel brakes added when owned by F. Humphries of Penshurst, and was fitted with yet another body, a late 1920s English Saloon. For a short while it was owned by RROCA NSW member Malcolm Johns, he 1922 Silver Ghost Chassis 30KG covered sheep and cattle grazing, but according to the July 1956 issue Twas commissioned by the wealthy dairy farming, wheat and other forms of Motor Sport magazine, the Saloon NSW grazier, A.P. Wade, who held of crop farming. body was converted to a panel van a substantial rural property portfo- The nickel-finish car was ordered later in that same year. lio. Amongst properties held were in 1921, and delivered to Dalgety and Some time shortly after that, 30 Rhyama near Goulburn, 2950 acres, Co, the Sydney Rolls-Royce Agents in KG was given a new lease of life as Morongerell near Young, of 8840 August 1922. Shortly after arrival, it a tow truck for the Snowy Mountains acres, Yarrangobilly in the Snowy was transferred to the workshops of by its new owner, Harold Read, pro- Mountains, 23,310 acres, Woodville at the Sydney coachbuilders, Smith and prietor of the Shell Service Station Maitland and others at Wagga in the Waddington Ltd, on Parramatta Road, in the main street of Cooma. Fitted Riverina and near Casino in the far north of the state. Wades city offices were in the South British Insurance Company’s building at 30 O’Connell St, Sydney. The diverse agricultural portfolio above: The beautiful lines of the coachbuilder’s craft are displayed with no expense spared in this colour-touched photograph of the new Smith and Waddington advertisement. This coloured graphic appeared on a number of occasions in the up-market motoring journal The Australian Motor Owner. This copy from the back cover of the April 1924 edition.

right: Chassis 30KG becomes a street celebrity c1957 in the main street of Cooma, NSW. Owner Harold Read (right) tells local Cooma Highway Patrol Offi cers Pat O’Dea (left) and Bruce Durant (Centre) about the vehicle, then recently converted to the Snowy Mountains Tow Truck. Note the Shell Bowser globe strategically mounted up front.

6308 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 out with towing gear and crude rear panelling, 33KG became something of a celebrity vehicle, and featured in several wide-circulation popular weekly magazines. But Read moved northward and acquired the Caltex Service Station on the Hume Highway at Yass, and the loyal tow-truck was re-badged for Read’s Yass Highway Towing. It was here that the writer first came upon 30KG in January, 1959, and took the accompanying photograph. Note the snow chains still fitted to the dual spare wheels. While snow chains would have been es- sential equipment in the Snowy Mountains, they were very much a decoration at Yass. In Cooma, Harold Read commenced collect- ing all manner of historic horse-drawn vehicles, and this interest became an even stronger obsession upon his move to Yass. Read added extensively to this collection from some of the old pastoral properties around Yass and district. It was not long before he shifted his interest to developing his hobby into the Horse-Era Museum concept in the Canberra suburb of Watson. It was at this time that 30KG went onto the market. Many of the vehicles in Read’s carriage and wagon collection were later sold to the Commonwealth Government to form the nucleus of the carriages in the then still-to-be- built National Museum of Australia. With family nostalgia of original family- owned Silver Ghosts running through his veins William (Bill) Fagan of Sunnyridge, Mandurama, acquired 30KG to restore with period style coachwork, c1970, but this plan did not eventu- ate. Reasonably fresh from having sold his Watson’s Bay Motor Museum collection of his- toric cars, Ben Bronk must have been persua- sive in his efforts to acquire 30KG. By 1974 Ben had purchased 30KG and taken it to his home at Mudgeeraba, Queensland, and commenced a no-expense-spared restoration. It was fitted with replica tourer coachwork by Bradbury of Sydney, and is believed to have retained its original front mudguards throughout its life. With failing health, Ben reluctantly offered 30 KG for sale. It was offered at auction by Gilltraps in April, 1990, and the engine was started for the first time since its restoration after the sale. Shortly afterwards, the car was exported to a private museum in Japan. I gratefully acknowledge photographs of the restored 30KG taken by Ben Bronk’s close friend Bill Bishop.

top left: Chassis 30KG, now the Yass Highway Towing Service vehicle at Harold Read’s Caltex Service Station on the Hume Highway at Yass, NSW. Photo by Ian Irwin, January 1959.

above left: The restored car. Chassis 30KG when completed by Ben Bronk.

left above: Interior view of the dash of 30KG

left: 30KG just prior to its auction and subsequent departure for a private collection in Japan.

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6309 From the Sir Henry Royce Foundation Archives A selection of photographs from David Shmith

Gilbert M Ralph Hon. Archivist

olunteers, Richard Knight and David VKenway, have spent many hours identifying and cataloguing thousands of photographs which have been donated to the Foundation and here are a few of particular interest because of their Australian content. They were donated by David Shmith, former Managing Director of York Motors in Sydney. David’s father, Maurice Shmith, joined Tarrant Motors in 1904 as a car washer and by 1910 he was Sales Manager. With some partners he established Yellow Cabs in 1924 and in 1932 he was instrumental in the formation of York Motors in Sydney and became Managing Director until succeeded by his son, David. York Motors was subsequently taken above: This 1929 Phantom II Rolls-Royce rolling chassis, 61WJ, was featured at the 1930 over by Lindsay Fox and David Jones Melbourne Motor Show. It was later fi tted with a Martin & King close-coupled saloon for Miss was successful in persuading him to S L Turner of Brighton. The car is now owned by Nathan Clements in WA and carries a boat- tail tourer by Roger Fry & Son. donate to the Foundation the records of thousands of Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars they had sold and serviced over many years. As a consequence we have been able to supply copies of these service records to their respective RROCA owners. In a letter to Jeanne Eve at the time of donating the photographs, David Shmith in part wrote, “I think the PII chassis may have been imported by my father and had a Martin & King body fitted. I know for sure that Dad imported a 3 !/2 litre Bentley chassis on which he put a Martin & King body. My lifelong love of cars was kindled when Dad took me for a drive through Albert Park in Melbourne on the chassis. We touched 90 mph with the exhaust cut-out open. I was about 6 or 7 at the time.” You can read more about Maurice Shmith’s involvement above: A close-up of the off-side of the PII engine in 61WJ with motoring and also fi nd more details about the motor cars featured in this article in Rolls-Royce and Bentley in a Sunburnt Country, copies of which are available from the Foundation for $75 including postage. This selection of photographs will be of particular interest to Phantom and 20/25hp owners because of the detail captured when these cars were new. My thanks go to David Neely and Tom Clarke for identifying the various cars.

right: The completed ‘Weymann’ fabric saloon body on GXO21 by Martin & King. The car was acquired by Maurice Shmith of All British Motor Co. It has had several bodies and owners in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide. It now has a London Auto Bodies saloon body and is currently owned by Sam Loxton in SA.

6310 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 above: A detailed photograph of the off-side of the engine in 1929 above: The near-side of the 20/25 hp engine on GXO21. 20/25hp GXO21 at Martin & King’s works. It was also featured at the 1930 Melbourne Motor Show. Note the Bosch horn mounted upside down and the spring clips on the sparking plugs.

above: This Impressive Phantom I is believed to be 29EF in which above: There is some confusion regarding the ownership of this case it is a long chassis which came off test in March 1927 and was car as the Registration number was held by Sir Herbert Haitland, a fi tted with a saloon body by E E Agate of Sydney. That body was later doctor in Sydney, who owned three Silver Ghosts whereas this car replaced by another from Jackson, Jones & Collins. If you have any is believed to be a 1925 Phanton I, 100 HC once owned by Maurice knowledge of the car please let me know. Shmith. Can anyone clarify the situation please?

above: Here is period photograph of a 20hp four-door saloon believed above: A Martin & King limousine on an unidentifi ed Phantom I to be GOK74 with coachwork by Ernest E Agate of Sydney. Can anyone chassis outside the gates of Heathfield in Toorak. Heathfiield please verify this? If it is GOK74 is now owned by George and Fiona was built in 1884 for Rt Hon Stanley Bruce. W L Bailleau bought it Forbes of Melbourne and carries a Roger Fry & Son Skiff which won the in 1910 and sold it to Sir Keith Murdoch in 1933. All three owners Overall Trophy at the RROCA Federal Rally in Adelaide in 2013. once owned R-R motor cars.

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6311 The 55th Federal Rally Report 2013 - Glenelg, South Australia Kerry Moorhouse (QLD), David Forward (SA) & Steve Young (Vic) Photos: Peter Forbes (SA) & Jon Clifton (Vic)

for the ladies and a silk tie for the men. A recently published book on the History of the Adelaide Parklands was also given to each couple. (The Branch Secretary has some spares of these for sale!) The formal events commenced with the Federal Registrars’ meeting in the morning, followed by the Federal Council meeting, Concours d’Elegance Judges’ meeting and Technical Sessions for general members. The Technical Sessions of general interest topics were held both in the morning and afternoon. The ladies attending the Rally had the opportunity of enjoying a pleasant luncheon held at the Naval Military and Air above: 2013 Rally Headquarters - Oaks Plaza Pier Hotel, Force Club of SA. Pamela Wall was the host and escort and she Glenelg pproximately 175 Club Members attended the Federal ARally in Glenelg, SA. This rally was down in numbers, due in no small part to the distance and the GFC, however those who attended enjoyed this special event where Rally head-quarters were at the Oaks Plaza Pier Hotel and Resort beach-side at Glenelg, south of Adelaide. The fi rst of the Register Dinners were held on Wednesday night, April 10th, with the Derby Phantom, Small HP and Derby Bentley Registers making one group and the Silver Wraith, Silver Dawn and Bentley Mk VI/R Type Register another, both holding their respective dinners. The rally itself kicked off on Thursday 11th. The day saw the remainder of the Rally entrants arrive at varying times. They all received Rally Information Packs on arrival at the Rally Registration Desk. Inside the rally packs, the hosts had commissioned an excellent quality silk scarf above: (l-r) Roland (President SA Branch) and Jenny Sharman, Lord Mayor of Adelaide, Stephen Yarwood, and RROCA Federal President, Kim Stapleton at the Lord Mayor’s reception. below: Kim Stapleton addesses members at the Lord Mayor’s Reception

above: At the Welcome Cocktail party were (l-r) Gerald and Sylvia Hay (NSW) and Norene and Barrie Childs (NSW) below: Also at the Welcome Cocktail Party were (l-r) Yvette Clifton, Ralph Plarre (Vic Branch Pesident) and Ivan and Deirdre Pearson organised a guest speaker; George Gross, a Fashion Designer, (Tas). Ivan has recently resigned as the Tasmanian Section Contact for the ladies’ entertainment and enjoyment. In the evening everyone joined together for the Welcome Cocktail Party, where the noise level was high with everyone talking at once, as they caught up with friends for the fi rst time since the previous Federal Rally. We were formally welcomed to the 55th Federal Rally by Roland Sharman, President of the SA Branch and Kim Stapleton, Federal President of the RROCA. A very pleasant evening was had by all, as members mingled and introduced themselves. During the evening the Chairman of the Sir Henry Royce Foundation, Russell Rolls, announced the winner of the F.J. Engish Award for Club Photography 2012, this award was taken out by Queensland Junior Member, Jordan Carson: all three

6312 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 On Friday evening a number of members were invited to a Lord Mayoral Reception at the elegant Adelaide Town Hall where they were very impressed by the speech given by the Lord Mayor, Stephen Yarwood, the youngest Lord Mayor in Australia. He graciously welcomed each one of us and spoke eloquently of his vision for the advancement of his city and the work that is already underway. Later on Friday evening members attended the Silver Cloud, Bentley S, Phantom V, VI plus Silver Shadow, Bentley T plus SMART Register dinner, while others went to the Silver Ghost Register Dinner. The Jetty Hotel was the venue for the Cloud et al dinner and just over seventy members, partners and guests were in attendance. Such dinners are a great occasion to enjoy above: Lord Mayor of Adelaide, Stephen Yarwood, welcomes SA Branch friendships, establish new ones, catch up on family events and, stalwarts John Virgo and Dean Sullivan to his reception of course, recount the progress of our respective cars, clubs and branch activities. members of the Carson family have now won this award - it below: the Concours swap table was a busy place all day. must be time for the rest of the club to get cracking, get out our cameras and give them a run for their efforts! Friday started with a Dawn Patrol for those who were eager to get up early for a ride in a pre-war car. The Patrol comprised 4 Silver Ghosts, 2 Phantoms and one 20 HP. The rest of the day however was free to enjoy one of the many planned self-drive runs into the countryside: on offer were the Birdwood Mill Tourist Drive, the Scenic Mount Lofty Drive and the McLaren Vale Gourmet Tour. The Rally Handbook provided information and maps on the runs, which made travelling very enjoyable and easy to follow. Those presenting cars in the Concours d’Elegance were to be found busy cleaning their vehicles while others took the opportunity of a trip into the city on the Glenelg tram for a look around, or to travel to the Turner Exhibition at the Adelaide Art Gallery. below: John and Pattie Aiosa’s (NSW) 1981 Silver Spirit amoung the throng at the Historic Torrens Drill Hall and below: Reg & Clare Forbes (SA) 1951, Bentley MkVI Parade Grounds for the 2013 Concours James Young Saloon

below: David & Carolyne Carroll’s (SA) 1969, Silver Shadow parked in below: Mal & Robyn Henderson’s (NSW) 1936 4¼ ltr Gurney the parade grounds Nutting Coupe also parading for members

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6313 laughter from those seated at the table; aided no doubt by the supply of an adequate libation. A fi nal ale or other appropriate liqueur saw the evening come to a close and the “players” go on to other venues. Most diners enjoyed the refreshing walk back to the Oaks, looking forward to good night’s sleep in readiness for the next day’s events. Adelaide turned on superb weather all weekend and this was particularly welcome for the Concours d’Elegance. There was a special convoy of cars drive through some of the historic suburbs to above: the Parade Gorund made an exceptional backdrop on the the Concours venue, the Historic Concours day below and right: the lunch table spread in the Drill Hall at the Concours was appreciated by all

Conversations overheard ranged from the technical aspects of our cars, sources of replacement parts, reliable repair specialists and why Tasmania had so many local councils. The meals were ample and well-presented and from the comments of the diners, all were well satisfi ed. The service provided by the hotel staff was excellent. As the evening progressed, it was evident that one or two tables had been blessed by having a capable yarn spinner in attendance, judging by above: Wang Wang greeted the emanation of contagious members at the Zoo right upper: members enjoying the dinner at the Zoo. Among whom were: right: Roy & Renata Savage (NSW) bottom right: Ian & Pamela Wall (SA) below: Federal Secretary, Wallace & Kerry Moorhouse

6314 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 Torrens Drill Hall and Parade Grounds. Of course, much time was spent looking at the vehicles and watching the judges at work. A superb buffet luncheon was set out in the Drill Hall and outside a coffee van did a roaring trade all day. The venue was close enough for those who wanted to look at the Turner Exhibition, if they had not been before, or to do some retail therapy to slip away for a while. The spare parts tent was another interesting spot. It was noticed at the end of the day that many members came away with somewhat lighter wallets and some large and rather interesting looking parcels! There was time at the end of the day to have a wee rest before heading off to the evening function, at the Adelaide Zoo. We were to see the Pandas and attend an exclusive dinner at the Sanctuary, a function facility recently completed as part of the Zoo redevelopment. These Pandas are the only ones in the southern hemisphere and are a major attraction for the Zoo. Upon arrival at dusk we were led through part of the Zoo grounds, with maybe some wonderment about the inhabitants of some of the enclosures we passed, until we came to an impressive covered area complete with bar and food serving facility, adjacent to the Panda homes. The word ‘homes’ is an appropriate term as they have separate areas for day and night with rocks, trees and other necessities, all to a high standard. The Pandas, Wang Wang the male and Funi, the female have separate adjacent homes for most of the time, apart from their narrow breeding season and were cute, looked cuddly and put on a good showing.

above: the Presentation Dinner, with MC Peter Crauford, included all the normal formal items, including the presenation of the Club’s Concours Trophies Unfortunately, Sunday’s Dawn Patrol was cancelled due to a lack of numbers, however, the day gave the chance to do another of the planned self-drive tours or to just potter around. Those who tripped to the Birdwood Car Museum had a very interesting day as the museum hosted a Rock and Roll Festival in the surrounding grounds. Sunday night the glittering Presentation Dinner, held at the nearby Stamford Grand Hotel, proudly displayed George Lucey’s delightful Phantom 1, 89DC. SA once again drew on the resources of the Flinders University with International Tourism students given the practical experience of managing the event for us. Similarly, students from UniSA designed the SA55 logo and the various supporting brochures and graphics. The smaller branches especially, need all the help they can get! The results of the Concours were awarded during the evening and their detail follows in this edition of Præclarvm. Monday’s Farewell Breakfast came around all too quickly as we said our fond goodbyes, see you again next year. The SA Branch organized a post rally “Southern Sojurn” tour down the Fleurieu Peninsula, which also became a very successful event. Thank you to the SA branch for organizing a great rally, a fantastic time was had by the Rally entrants and we all now look forward to 2014, when the NSW Branch will host the Federal Rally in the Hunter Valley. At the Presentation Dinner were: top left: Peter Sutton and Peter Traynor (ACT) below: a touring lunch on the Sunday being enjoyed at the top right: formal words from Federal President, Kim Stapleton Hahndorf Inn by (l-r) Dean & Carolyn Sullivan with lower left: Alan & Beverley Larwill (Vic) and Claire and Reg Forbes (all SA) lower right: Kelvin & Lyn Rann (Vic) Their keepers were most knowledgeable and gave an interesting talk on Panda history and endangerment, their characteristics, feeding requirements which are mainly large quantities of bamboo and the efforts the Zoo puts in to keep them healthy and amused with the aim of successful breeding. This part of the evening was most pleasant with pre- dinner drinks and delicious fi nger food served. The pandas were very active and put on quite a show for us, playing to the crowd, so much for those who said it wasn’t worth going to because the pandas are always asleep. It was a great night with even more delicious food.

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6315 2013 Federal Concours d’Elegance Report John Virgo (SA) Federal Registrar of Judges he National Concours d’Elegance was Arthur Mulliner Coupe of David Prince unfortunate accident prior to our Rally. It Theld in conjunction with the 55th Class 7 B152MD : Mk VI of Denis was all stops out to fi nish it. Congratulations National Rally at the Torrens Parade Ground, Deasey Reg and Clare Forbes. Adelaide on the 13th of April, 2013. It was Class 8 SJR613C : Silver Cloud III of The Best Pre-War went to B91BL, 1935 a bright sunny day and all the cars shone Denis Deasey 3½L Derby Bentley Arthur Mulliner Coupe, beautifully, attracting much attention from Class 9 SRH30785 : Silver Shadow of this car is a perfect example of how constant all the passers-by. Darrol & Barbara Clark fettling and improvement over a number of The drive into Adelaide was from Rally Class 10 BDJ22767 : Continental of years can ultimately bring success, well headquarters at Glenelg and all arrived Keith Wherry done David and Christine Prince. Class 11 BCY04695 : Arnage Red safely, albeit some entrants became a little When it came to the overall winner, I was Label of Frank Carroll confused in the city streets and they fell not surprised when I saw the score sheets Class 12 AS500225 : Goodwood behind at the traffi c lights before all arriving come in. With a close to perfect result Phantom of Ralph Plarre safely. GOK74, the 1926 20HP with skiff body Class 13 BE058865 : Continental GTC of For the fi rst time in South Australia, we by Roger Fry was deemed fi rst outright. James & Susan Chung had a young lady as part of the judging Anyone who was on the way home from team. Zara Henderson assisted Malcolm Of the major awards it was pleasing Milawa last year and saw this car on fi re Johns with the Age and Authenticity to have Joe Quattrocchi available to on the side of the road would understand judging. As part of the learning process for present the Post-War Coach built trophy what a task it was to bring this 20HP back Zara, Malcolm, in his extreme enthusiasm to SRJ613C, 1965 Silver Cloud III Mulliner to its present condition. However all of us to impart his extensive knowledge to her, Park Ward Coupe of Denis Deasey. It was who know George Forbes will never have removed a magneto wire from Rory Poland’s the 25th anniversary of this award after Joe doubted that this would happen and it was 25/30, only to be unable to put it back as he had given it to the club in 1988. presented in Adelaide as only George and broke the fi tting when he removed it. In The Australian Coachwork award went Fiona can. Congratulations and well done. the ensuing kerfuffl e Rory lodged a hearing to GRO4, 1937 25/30 Martin and King The only disappointment I had was date during 2022 at the World Court in The Saloon of Rory and Liz Poland. Rory has that we did not have any Master’s Class Hague. This actually suited Malcolm, as been beavering away over the years and cars entered this year. As a reminder for he has always wanted to write up a major this was a fi tting reward. next year’s Rally in the Hunter Valley, the appearance at the Bar for crimes against There were no major restoration entries following cars will be eligible: Silver Ghosts: humanity into his CV, and Lizzie Poland says so the Company Trophy remained “on the 9LG and 2009, Bentley Mk. VI’s: B111JN she will look forward to a few weeks holiday shelf”. and B14LJ, 20HPs: GHJ37 and GOK74, during the northern summer in Holland. The Jack Vidler shield, awarded for Age Silver Cloud: SFE121, Bentley 3½L: B91BL After all the laughter had settled down, and Authenticity, was won by GOK74, 1926 and Bentley Continental GT: BE5026304. the much more serious stuff began. 20HP Skiff owned by George and Fiona The group of judges I had were excellent All classes excepting the Phantoms and Forbes. and I thank them very much, together the Silver Dawns had entries and class The Best Bentley award went to BC4XC, with Chris Gillings, the score controller trophies were awarded right across the 1963 S3 Continental Flying Spur of Rod and the help of our Federal President, Kim range, the winners of which were; Macdonald. This was always an excellent Stapleton. As I wobbled my way through Class 1, 49FW : Silver Ghost of Peter & car when in the hands of Denis Deasey and the day, I was also so pleased to have the Joyce Cox continues to impress now Rod owns it. very able assistance of Mick Rust, without whose help my job would have been much Class 3 GF63 : 20HP of Peter & Mark The Best Post-War trophy was a crowd harder. Thank you Mick. Roberts favourite, being B14LJ, 1951 Mk VI Bentley Class 4 GRO4 : 25/30HP of Rory & Liz James Young Saloon. This car was only I will look forward to seeing you all at Poland just repaired at the last minute after an the NSW Rally in 2014, Class 5 B91BL : 3½L Derby Bentley John Virgo (SA) 2013 Federal Rally Concours d’Elegance Winners

Class 1 - Pre-Ghosts & Silver Ghosts: 1920 Silver Ghost, 49FW, Horner & Ward Tourer, Peter & Joyce Cox (SA) Trophies on this and following page were presented by John Virgo (SA) Federal Registrar of Judges

6316 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 2013 Federal Rally Concours d’Elegance Winners

Class 3 – 20HP & 20/25: 1923 20 HP, GF63, Coopers [London] Tourer, Peter & Mark Roberts (SA)

Class 7 - Bentley Mark VI and R-Type 1951 Bentley MK IV, B152MD, Standard Saloon, Merrill Benfi eld accepting for Denis Deasey (Vic)

Class 9 – Silver Shadow, Bentley T Series and derivatives and Phantom VI 1977 Silver Shadow II, SRH30785, Standard Saloon, Darroll & Barbara Clark (SA)

Class 10 – Silver Spirits and equivalent Bentleys and Derivatives, 1988 Bentley Continental MPW Drophead Coupe, BDJ22767, Marie Harland & Keith Wherry..

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6317 Trophies on this page presented by John Virgo (SA), Federal Registrar of Judges, and Joe Quattrocchi (NSW) 2013 Federal Rally Conco

Class 11 – Silver Seraph, Bentley Arnage and Derivatives 2000 Bentley Arnage, BCY04695, Standard Saloon, Frank Carroll (QLD)

lower centre: Best Post War Trophy 1951 Bentley Mk VI, Chassis No. B14LJ, James Class 12 – Goodwood Young Saloon Phantom and derivatives Reg & Clare Forbes (SA) 2005 Goodwood Phantom, AS500225, Standard Saloon Ralph Plarre (Vic)

Best Pre-War Trophy & Class 5 – Derby Bentley 1934 Bentley 3½ lt, B91BL, Arthur Mulliner coupe. David Prince (SA)

6318 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 The were no Entries in: Class 2 – Phantom 1 & Phantom II Class 6 – Silver Wraith, Silver Dawn & Phantom IV ours d’Elegance Winners The Company Trophy for Best Restoration Masters Class

Class 13 – Bentley Continental GT Overall Winner & and Derivatives E. (Jack) Vidler Shield for Age & 2007 Bentley Continental GT Coupe, Authenticity BE058865, James & Susan Chung (SA) 20HP Skiff by Roger Fry, GOK74, George & Fiona Forbes (Vic)

left: Australian Coachwork Trophy & Class 4 – 25/30, Phantom III and Wraith 1937 25/30, GRO4, Martin & King Saloon, Rory Poland (SA)

Bentley Trophy 1963 Bentley S3 Continental Flying Spur, H.J. Mulliner Touring Saloon, BC4XC, Rod MacDonald (NSW)

Post-War Coachbuilt Trophy & Class 8 - Silver Cloud & Bentley S Series 1965 Silver Cloud III Mulliner/ Park Ward coupe, SJR613C, Denis Deasey (Vic) presented by Joe Quattrocchi (NSW)

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6319 FEDERAL REPORTS FOR 2012 Please note - no report was received from WA Branch

FEDERAL PRESIDENT Around the Branches Kim Stapleton (NSW) I have managed to visit 3 of our Branches during the General Matters past 12 months, being the ACT, Vic and SA. I would like I would like to thank the members of the Executive for to thank the members of those Branches for making me their efforts throughout the year in ensuring the smooth so welcome during my visits. I have reported on these running of the Club. Peter Chan, our Treasurer, came activities in Præclarvm so there is no need to repeat that onboard when he returned from his extended holiday and information here. During the next 12 months I intend to has taken up the task with gusto. Also my thanks to John visit Qld and WA as well. Hiscox who held down the fort until Peter could take over Registers the job of Treasurer. Wallace Moorhouse has continued in I have only managed to get to a couple of Ghost Register the role of Secretary and has done an excellent job. He runs during this past year and would like to attend some of has additionally slaved away at the Register database and, the other runs if I can manage it in the coming year. That in conjunction with David Vann, has checked and verifi ed may be a challenge given that I am also chairing the Rally all the data for inclusion in Chassissis Plate. Organising Committee for 2014. Chassis Plate FrFromom what I have obsobservede and the reports I have read I am very pleased to advisee that Chassis PPlatelaatete hahhasas thtthehe ReRRegistersegig sts ers are functiofunctioningn well or at least some of them been completed and have beenn ppostedosted to ouourur memmembers.embmbeerrss.. araare.ee.. I sseeeeee tthathah t it is stilstilll a challenge to get some of the Thanks to David and Wallacece fforor ththeireiir eeffortsfffforo tss ini oloolderldeer caccarsrsr outoutut ofof the shshed and on some of these runs. getting this out. GiGGivenveen ouoourr agagingiinng membermemberships and various demands on our Præclarvm memmembers’embm erers’s timetimme I susupposeppose this is to be expected. Our national magazine has contincontinuedueed ititsts exexcellentcellenent ThTThehe SirSiSir HeHHenryenrnry RoRRoyceyce Foundation production and our current Editor,tor, Tim DDean,eae n,, ddeservesese ere veves I ama aadviseddvd isiseedd bbyy RRuRussellssell Rolls that the SHRF has extricated praise for an entertaining and informativenformativve mamagazineagagaziz nen tthathahat itiitselftseelflf fromfrf omm SStStudleyuddleey PParkark House and surrendered the lease is very well received by our mmembers.embers. WWee cocontinueontntininueu ttoo onon 3300 JuJJunenene 22012.010 2.2. ThTThereere is a report that has appeared in experience diffi culties in collectingting ffoforor thtthehe adadvertisingdvvertissini g PrPPræclarvmræcæcllaarrvm andand wawwasas delivereddedelilivev by the Chairman on Sunday from Bentley Motors and this hass nnototot bbeeneen hhehelpedelpedd bbyy ththee eveeveningvenniinng atat tthehee FFederaleedere ala DDinner.i changes in personnel at Bentley in Australia.Auusstrt ala iaa. EEdd StSStreibigrreeibibigig CCoConclusiononnccluusis onon has returned to the UK and Ian CChurchillhurchhiilll hahhass mmovedovveed onon ItIt hashass bbeeneen a rerelativelyelaattiivvely quiet year with my focus being to other endeavours. Consequentlytly wwee hhahaveave bbeeneeeen chcchasinghasasining ono ggettingete tiingng mmyy hheheadadd aaroundror un any issues and getting to meet the UK for payment without muchh susuccess.cccesss.s ass mmanyanny of oouruur mmemberseemmbeb rs as possible. I have also been Dealership Changes lolookingookking iinintotoo wwaysaya s toto redreduceu the costs of Federal Rallies. I As many of you may have heard InInchcapencchhcapepe PPlclcc hhasass doo nnotott sseeeee tthathhaat a sshshortenedorten Rally is the answer since this acquired the Trivett Group. Inchcapehcape totookokk oovervev r aas ooff 1s1stt rereducesduduceces ththehe atattractionttraacctit on fforo people to drive long distances March 2013 and their fi rst orderr of busibusinessneessss wwasasas ttoo ppuputut foforor justjujusstt a wweekend.eeekkeendn . I believe the answer lies in being a hold on all expenditure pendingnding a rreview.evvieew.w ThTThishiss hhasasas smsmarterarrteter inn nnegotiatingeggoottiai ting ththee deals, particularly for hotels and directly affected sponsorship to tthehe RROCA FFederaleedere alal RRally,alallyly, inn ssourcingouourccining adadditionalddiitit onal spsponsorship.o This does not auger well for fundingunding for futfutureurure FeFFederaledederaral Rallies. I also understand that Rolls-Royceoyce is lookinlookingg to aappointpppoiointnt ACAACTCT BRANCHBBRANA CH other dealers in Australia, specifi ccallyally in the States that areare IIaIann IrwinIrwin - PresidentPresident not currently represented. Alternate Sources of Funding At the 2012 AGM, long-time President Chris O’Rourke During the year and spurred on by a suggestion stood down and I was honoured to be elected to the from Ian Irwin, I have been investigating other sources position. Chris has done a really fi ne job over the last few of sponsorship for our Federal Rallies. I have spoken with years, so following in his footsteps was not without some several exclusive brand names with a view to securing a trepidation. 6-year deal with each to provide sponsorship to our Club. Membership of the Branch has remained quite steady, The idea is that if I could secure 3 major sponsors each but a few of our members have either acquired an additional with a commitment of say $7,000-$10,000 we would not car, or exchanged a long-time possession for a later model. need to rely on Rolls-Royce or Bentley dealers for our Several issues have provided food for thought during major funding. I am pleased to say that I have agreement the past year. There has been lengthy discussion on the from one of the brands I have approached so far and I am format and frequency of the Branch magazine, The Capital hopeful for the remainder. Letter. A survey was conducted which has led to a trial This may mean that we hold the occasional small event of a bi-monthly magazine being produced as a traditional with these sponsors during the year so that they get more hard copy, with meeting notices, past meeting minutes and bang for their dollars. It will be worthwhile in the end if it other materials of importance being issued in between by secures our future Rallies. email to most members and by mail to those who have Judging chosen that option. After a year of this operation, we will I have tabled a document for this meeting’s review the situation. consideration the Guidelines for organising a Federal While it only seems like yesterday that we ran the 2011 Concours. Federal Council requested that this document Federal Rally, we are already giving advance thought to our be prepared 3 years ago but it seemed to have disappeared next Federal Rally in 2017 . Fortunately there is still much into the too hard basket. So John Virgo and I have time on our side, but it is possible that we will give strong resurrected it for this meeting. consideration to hosting that event in southern New South Wales.

6320 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 I would particularly like to pay tribute to our hard-working and dedicated Editor, Martin Bennett, who continues to publish a top-quality magazine despite the diffi culties and challenges in getting members to make contributions to their magazine. I would also like to thank our Vice-President Gos Cory, Treasurer Ida Irwin and Secretary Peter Hyland for their efforts to maintain the smooth operation of the Branch.

NSW BRANCH Brian Crump - President

I was delighted to receive a phone call last week from a relatively new member. He had just bought a Bentley Engish into the NSW Branch. Fred and Lavinia remain Brooklands to supplement his Spirit and the excitement in members of the Victorian Branch although they now his voice reminded me again that our Club is about our reside in Sydney. We wanted to show our appreciation for cars and our people; about how we come together to share their contribution to the general RROCA movement; the signifi cant events in our lives because of our shared interest photos that appear regularly in Præclarvm, the scanning of in the cars. And yes, our members are truly passionate! Præclarvm so that issues are available on the internet for all members and the support they give when members inquire about a particular car. To celebrate these achievements the NSW Branch welcomes them as Honorary Members. Club membership remains fairly constant at just on 400, comprising both individual and joint members and now including the new category of family membership which we hope will encourage more younger people to join the Club. In fact, our youngest member has several years before he can apply for his L Plates but he is already well on the way to knowing his way around the engine bay of a Shadow. Our Commemoration Run this year celebrated the 150th anniversary of Sir Henry and the elegant setting of Curzon Hall was a fi tting place for our cars and members to remember the mechanic who gave so much to us. Our Long Runs continue to be successful and this year If we cast an eye back over events of the past year we members found themselves unexpectedly driving in parade fi nd evidence that our members enjoy the social side of with steam engines and horse-drawn carts at the Oberon the Club as well as the technical aspects and there are Steam Festival where organisers had kindly set aside a many fi rm friendships formed within the Club that have special display area for us. stood the test of time. Our regular events continue to be well-supported and the number attending monthly meetings shows steady support for the Club. Our Drive and Be Driven day this month provided in excess of twenty cars, pre- and post- war, for members to drive, test and compare. Over many cups of coffee, the relative merits of different technical solutions to servicing requirements led to serious debate and the occasional story that might be considered a little larger than life.

One of the highlights of the year was the awarding of the Traditional events such as the Concours held at George Sevenoaks medal to David Neely for his services to Linnwood House prove to be perennial favourites and again the Club at both the State and Federal level and to the the collection of early and later model shows the scope Foundation. David’s contributions have been numerous of interest and involvement enjoyed by members. There and always performed with a graciousness and generosity is literally a model for every taste within the Club; early that distinguish him as a much admired Club member and Drophead Coupé, late Drophead Coupé; early Phantom personal friend to many of us. tourer; late Phantom tourer with every conceivable Members were delighted to welcome Fred and Lavinia electronic aid for safety and comfort. Our Club is unique in

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6321 the spread of engineering and design excellence displayed a. 23 September – All British Day at events. Naturally our Dineamics continue to enjoy good b. 30 September – Noosa Beach Classic Car Show times and provide yet another dimension for engaging c. 21 October – Queensland Maritime Museum members. d. 18 November - Caboolture Historic Village e. 9 December – Branch Christmas Luncheon and Presentation of Prizes f. 20 January – Lunch at Sanctuary Cove Yacht Club after Marinara’s damaged by fi re. g. 17 February – Bribie Island Community Arts Centre h. 15-17 March - Driving Tour of Northern NSW i. 27 March – Sesquicentenary of the birth of F H Royce I would like to thank all who have been involved in the organisation of Branch events for the time, effort and inspiration they have brought to this task. The January lunch saw a rapid re-organisation (facilitated by email contact) after our original choice of restaurant had been badly damaged by fi re. This was ironic in that the major problem with events in early 2013 was the incredible amount of rain that has fafallen. One initiative undertaken this yyearear is the establishment of the Country-City liaison person and throuthroughgh PatPattytyy AioAiosa’ssas ’s ThThee Committee has beenbe investigating a major revamp enterprise we aim to improve communicationsommunications wwiwithtthh tthosehhoosese ofof tthehehe BBranchrar nch website toto take advantage of changes in members who, because of distance,nce, are ununableabbllee ttoo atattendttteenndd technologytet chchnonollooggyy andandnd to provideprovide a more interesting experience for as many events and meetings as ttheyhey mimightght lilike.kee. OOff coccourseoursese viewers.viv ewewere s. AtAt thethhe last CommitteeComm meeting a preferred tender our members keep in touch with thethe news throthroughuuggh LoLLondonndndoonn waswawas chcchosenhoso ene aandnd work on this task should commence very and Derby and our editor of someme 11 ppluslus yyearseaearrss ddoesoees aann shortly.shshortltly.y. IInn a fuffurtherurtrtheer initiinitiativea a Branch Business Directory excellent job of including as manyany peopeopleplle as ppossibleoosssiblb e iinn willwiwilll formforrm partpaartrt ofof theththe “Members“Mem Only” section of the website. photos and stories about Club activities.tivities. ThTThee BrBranchanancchh nownowow hashas iits own Facebook site at https:// I thank our Committee for thehe work theythhey havehahavev ddoneonone www.facebook.com/RollsRoyceOwnersClubQldwwwww.faaceebobookk.comom/R/ ollsR which is during the year. The new cabanass ffororr uusessee aatt mamajorajoor eeveventsentst designedddeesignneded ttoo ataattractttrt acact membersmemembm and particularly non-members looked resplendent with the twin llogosoggooss ooff RoRRolls-Royceollls-s RoRoyyce anandnd toto ooururur wwebsite.ebebsis tee. DespiteDeesspiittee thist increasing use of technology, Bentley and proved successful in ppromotingroommootitingn tthehhee CClublulub toto tthehee theththe personalppeerssononala aapproachppppror acch iiss still the most infl uential means of public. Our Committee does an eexcellentxcelleentnt jobjobob iinn ororganisingrgaaniisisingng attractingaattttrraacctitingg newnew members.membeberrs. events and I also thank individualdual mmemberseembersrs wwhohoho hhaveavave TThThehe CoCCommitteeommmitittet e iss aalsolso reviewing the Branch Rules to stepped forward to organise, assistst anandd pplplan.lanan. WiWWithoutitht ouout yoyyou,u, ensureenensuurere ccomplianceomo plpliiaancce wwiwithth the recent amendments to the our Club could not be a success.s. No rreporteepporort ccocouldould eveeverer AssociationsAssos ciciatatiionss IIncorporationnncoro poorar tit on Act 1981(Qld), which will enable be complete without special mentionntion of ooururu SSecretaryececretaarryy ooff us ttoo bbrbringring thtthee RRuRulesles uup-to-date with practice. Duties some 26 years, Judith Merlin. Thatat JuditJudithh hhahass soo ffaithfullyaiaiththffullly StatementsStatatemmennts forforor thethehe OfOffi cece Bearers of the Branch have also recorded our words and deeds foror so lolongngg iiss iniindicationndidiccatitionon ooff beenbeb en drawndraawnn uupp aanandnd are uunder discussion. how truly exceptional our membersers are. I tthankhahankn eeachaacch aanandnd AlAAlreadylreeadady ththereerre has bbeene some general discussion at every one of you. thethe CommitteeCoCommmiitteee regardingrregarding the possible venue for the next QueenslandQuueeeensn lalandnd RRally.aalllyy. There aappear to be some very attractive opportunitiesopoppoportrtununititiiees on the SunshineSuns Coast if they are operational QLD BRANCH byy tthathahat ttitime.me. John Wright - President I wowoulduld like to thank aall members of the Management CommitteeCommittee for the time and effort they put into making At the AGM in August 2012 a number of new faces the Branch run so effectively. I would also like to thank appeared on the Management Committee while others our Chief Judge, Barry Sparks; our Librarian Glenn Cuffe, stood down. Glenn Cuffe, Elle Connell, John Miles, and and especially our Editor Michael Wilsen for all that they Kerry Moorhouse were replaced by John Wright, Frank continue to do for the Branch Carroll and Greg Skinner; while Brett Roberts handed over the Vice-Presidency to Ian Maitland. The Branch was in excellent shape fi nancially and a positive feeling pervaded SA BRANCH the Branch. Peter Forbes - Secretary Special mention needs to be made of the Moorhouses who between them have over 60 years service to the At our SA AGM held 30th June 2012, additional members Branch and Club, including Kerry’s record 32 years as editor to the committee were elected. Joining Roland Sharman of The Northern Spirit. Both have now stepped down from (President) Damian Lester (Vice President) Peter Forbes the Committee, although Wallace of course is still serving (Secretary) Dean Sullivan and James Chung were Peter Cox as the Federal Secretary, and manages the Federal data (Rally Treasurer) Henry Slater (Club Treasurer) John Virgo base, having done so much to bring it to operating stage. and Sofi ja Virgo (Run Coordinator). In October, Susan A special presentation of art work was made to Kerry and Chung was appointed as Rally Registrar. Wallace at the Christmas luncheon in recognition of their tremendous and sustained effort. During the previous twelve months, the committee endeavoured to encourage members to accept electronic There is inevitably a degree of anti-climax after hosting notifi cations of club news. While the initial indications a Federal Rally; however, the attendance at most events were positive, a questionnaire indicated that members still has been good. The Committee has tried to vary events preferred written material via post. This is an ongoing issue between the points of the compass (although going East within the club. As we haven’t had a member willing to has its limitations) and the type of event. commit to being responsible for publishing a club magazine, Events this year have been: being unable to send it electronically is another restraint for

6322 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 enticement. We appreciate the receipt of other branches Our Tassy friends had a great outing to Clarendon House publications and wish to offer a reciprocal publication in in October also. the future. The November outing was a lovely drive and lunch at The ‘Runs’ have been very pleasant and enjoyable for Koonwarra in South Gippsland and the December Christmas members who have attended. Generally fi fteen to twenty luncheon saw a sell-out attendance at Bridges Nursery at fi ve cars attend. A run and a lunch or picnic is a common type Hurstbridge. In early December the club, headed by Tom of event plus some information sessions such as preparing Bevington, took part in the traditional “Daylesford Highland cars for concourse events. We also have a run incorporating Gathering” for the fi rst time. Kilts, sporrans, haggis and an overnight stay further afi eld over a weekend. Roll-Royce and Bentley cars -- together on a great day. Membership is around 98 members. January saw two club events with a lovely picnic at Our club continues to pursue encouraging membership Woodend and participation in the Great Australian Rally. participation, the committee being committed organizers February saw us challenge and be challenged by the and in general, to enjoy our cars - their unique excellence Jaguar Car Club at a cricket match which earned the title and pursuing the effort to maintain them for a future of “Battle of the Dashes”. The “Crew from Crewe” were custodian. eventually overwhelmed by the “Coventry Cats” at a fun day that was enjoyed by all who attended. A touring week-end in March called “A Taste of Gippsland” VIC BRANCH was magnifi cently organised by Alan and Deb Wilson which Ralph Plarre - President was thoroughly enjoyed bby all who attended. In aadditionddition to all of the monthly and extra events, ataattendancestteendndanancec s havehah ve been growinggr at the monthly meetings, I am excited and honoured to bbee ggivingiving my fi rstrsst reportrreepoportrt aass wiwwithithth excellentexxcceelllleenntt guestguest speakersspe including our own George Victoria Branch President. SaSantoroantn oro o anaandd VViVickycky JoneJoness who gave a great talk on her Since the great “Ecstasy in PParadise”aradise” FeFederaldeeraral rarrallyllly ini lillifeifef growinggror wing uupp with RollRolls-Royces and later as a “celebrity” Queensland the Vic branch has beeneen ververyy actiactivevee aandndnd bbusy.uussy.y. phpphotographer.hototoggrraapherer. Only a couple of days before thee FedeFederalraal RRaRallyalllly wwe jjoinedoio nened AmAAmongmono g otootherthheer hhahappeningsappeni this last year we had the the AOMC British and European Showcasehowcase aatt FlFlemingtonemmiinngtg onn fforoorr rerretirementetit rementnt ooff lolong-standingongg--sstandin Tasmanian section coordinator the fi rst time, with a display of 555 RollsRolls-Royce-RRoyycec aandndnd BBentleyenntltleeyy IvIIvanvann PPearsoneae rssonon whowhoo hadhad heldhe the position for 18 years from motor cars. There would have beenen mmoreore iiff nonnott fofforor thtthehe fafactactct thtthehe iininceptionnceceptptioon ofo tthehehe ssection.ectio that some were on their way to thehe FFederalededeerralal RRally!ala lyy! A huhhugeuggee ““ThankThThanank yoyyou”ou”” ttoo Ivan for his contribution to great Immediately after Queensland,, ouourur ViVVicece ppresidentrreesis dedennt DDavidava idid clcclublubb aactivities.ctiivvititiiees. CaCCarneyarnr eyy CCoxoox has kindly agreed to now assume Thomas organised an unforgettableble eveventveent at FForrestoorreestst GGlade,llaadede, thtthishiiss role,rolole,e, aablyblb y asaassistedssistteded bbyy Sue Olding. We are in regular a magnifi cent property at Mt Macedonedon wwhereheh ree mmembersemmbebersr aandndnd coccontactontntaact withwiw thh ourourur TassieTasassisie sectionse and anticipate a joint outing guests were given a fascinating and eenentertainingntet rtaiainningn ttouroour ofof inin tthehee ““AppleApApplp e IsIIsle”slee” lallateratteer in the year. a fabulous antique and fi ne art collectionollectiono ofof worldwoorrlld standardsttanandad rdd that members are still talking about!out! ThTThee VViVictorianctc ororiaian brbbranchraannchc hhas experienced a 7% growth in memembershipmbberershs ipp tthishih s yeyyear,eara , wwhichh I think is in no small way due The winter luncheon in June wasas a wawarmrmm aandndnd ccosyoossy afaaffairffafairr to ooururr cclubluub rroroomsoomms ata Bill Allsep House, which is about to followed by the August event whichch was ooururur ssecondece onond “D“DriveDrir vee unundergoderggo sosomeomme eenhancements.nnhana cem To improve the ambience, and be Driven” day and we must tthankhank tthehe NNSWSSWW BBranchrarancn h fofforor acacousticsouuststici s andanand inn pparticular:articular warmth in winter, our wonderful this great idea. A very exciting dayay where, apapartpara t frffromromo ooururur bebenefactornenefaf ctctor JeanJeaean AllseAllsepp has made another substantial members great cars being availablele to ride in oror ddriveririveve ( I wwasaass dodonationonanattiionn ttoo thtthehe SHRF wwhich in its wisdom has decided very excited at getting behind the wheel of Eric HeHHendersonsendnderersoonnss too iinstallnnstatallll a falsefalse ceilingceiling and other improvements to the Phantom VI) we also had companyany demonstratdemonstratororr vvehiclesehehicicllees bubuilding.uilildidingn . A huhugege “Thank yyou” again to Jean who has made provided by Paul Jarmon of Lancence Dixon BentleBentley—ay—a V8V8 thtthishiiss ddonationonation to completcompletee her late husband Bill’s legacy to Continental GT -- and a Phantomm DropheadDrophead pprovidedrovided bbyy tththee ClClubub he llovedoved ssoo mmuch.uch Mark Denniston of Trivett Classic RollsRolls-Royce.-Royce. All members attending the day had a chance to drive or ride in the latest There are many more good things to report but overall offerings from Crewe and Goodwood. This was great fun – it has been a pleasure and an honour to be President of held at Bill Allsep House which is located in a quiet industrial such a great club which is so active. With the support of estate -- ideal to test drive cars on a quiet Sunday, where a great Treasurer, Secretary, and Vice Presidents, and new the throbbing V8 of the Continental GT could be heard energetic people coming on board the committee the future echoing around the streets. A big “Thank You” here, to the looks full of great fun and activity. dealerships for their support for our day. I would like to conclude with a short poem that I put The AGM occurred in September where the “changing together to encapsulate the essence of our great club. It of the Guard” saw “yours truly” very nervously assume the goes like this--- chair, with a new format of Concours d’Elegance to follow “The Pleasures of Rolls-Royce and Bentley” only 3 days later. The event, meticulously organised by Our lives are full of wonderful pleasures Senior Vice President David Thomas attracted 75 marque And Rolls-Royce is certainly one of our treasures cars as well as about 300 members, guests and the public. Bentley, of course, is magnifi cent too We have booked the same venue—Wesley College-- for this As it smoothly and powerfully motors through year’s Concours as well. Shortly after the Concours we headed to Lithgow for Old cars or new, history’s part of the brands another terrifi c “SMART” rally, which incidentally followed And it’s good to know that they’re still in good hands straight on from the “Dawn Patrol”. The cars are so elegant, sporty and spacious And the people who own them are really so gracious October saw about 30 cars at Lake Wendouree, Ballarat. Also in October, for the fi rst time as a club, we displayed Our club is a haven for automobile tragics and took part in the RACV Motorclassica – a magnifi cent car But it is the friendships that follow that are really so show at the fabulous old Exhibition building in Melbourne. magic It was great to see John and Sofi ja Virgo at the event—John We all love our cars and treat them so gently having the role of Chief Concours Judge. That pleasure we all call our Rolls-Royce and Bentley

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6323 2013 Overlander to the Federal Rally “the Old Favourites” Mal Henderson (NSW)

through these drives both here and overseas that these friendships develop. Robyn and I have been invited to drive a Phantom II to the US Rally in 2014, so more opportunities continue to arise. Any of our members can enjoy this priviledge, simply by getting involved. When overseas, get out of the Aussie group and get to know others who are at the Rally. We enjoyed the trams in Bendigo, the maritime museum and river cruise in Warnambool, the beautiful Halls Gap setting, the Sheep’s Back museum at Naracorte, and Carol’s company in ell another series of "Overlanders" Someone said that we were lucky Murray Bridge. is over. Why a series? I hear you to have friends who allowed us to W Some highlights were: ask: well, there was one to Glenelg; one drive their cars overseas, but it's only post-rally to Mclaren Vale (fantastically organised by Sofi ja Virgo); and one to get back to NSW. This report is on the fi rst to Glenelg. One of the aims of our Club is to encourage the driving of our vehicles, after all that is what they were designed and built for. One way, almost the only really effective way to use a club registered vehicle for a long drive, is on an overlander. Not all members are able, or wish, to do this sort of drive, but, for those do it is great fun and builds the cameradie with others in the Club. I will not try to provide a day-by-day travelogue with meals listed. Obviously there was adequate food and drinks: as my clothes all shrank and my belt got shorter. I have been told that putting clothes in suit cases makes them shrink - I think all who took part in our Overlander are now convinced of this “scientifi cally proven” fact. Getting to Glenelg involved wonderful members from Queensland, NSW, ACT, Tasmania and Victoria as well a copule from Sweden. It was a great opportunity to really meet and get-to- know fellow club members from other parts of Austalia and even the world. • The Rose family being the 1st to arrive at the start in Wagga, but they were last to arrive at dinner so kept their reputation intact. • Theo Nelson carefully arranging the need to repaint the Cloud, and this was on top of making a substantial above very top: the Tour Cars enjoy a rest near Halls Gap above top: a tradition on rallies from NSW - the awarding of the Back Scratcher award - in Bendigo above: the tourists enjoying a Bendigo tram ride left: discussion about the next day’s route at Murray Bridge 6324 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 Next year it's on again with Peter & Kate Colwell arranging their fi rst, and I am certain it will be as good as any to date. They will be keeping the older vehicles in mind and arranging suitable driving length days. These are open to all club members and yes; some people have been know to do the drive and miss the annual rally. left: Naracoorte fossil caves - SA’s World Heritage listed cave formation below top: all aboard on the Warrnambool river cruise below: the tourists inspecting old cars at the Morris museum donation to the local council for parking it is sound or aroma that works). Of left lower: former Federal Treasurer, John - along with others who couldn't read course they were great company for Hiscox, seems to be a tad travel weary (and the sign (no names, but Peter Colwell everyone. Andy has clearly established thirsty) talking to Federal Secretary, Wallace and Bob Roberts know who they were). that man is indeed not a camel. Moorhouse. • Of course Ivan Pearson allowed the Tim Tam (Tom Tom if you prefer) to take him to distant places not actually on the route, but driving a modern that's not too much of a problem. The only real mechanical issue was a steering tie-rod end dropping off an S3 but removing a nut from the bumper bar, to replace the lost nut, held things together to get the car the rest of the way. Fortunately the incident happened entering a tiny wheat silo town where a guy watching waved frantically when he saw the rod hanging down. No real problem but could have been substantial damage if it happened at speed. Greatly appreciated help from the rural public. The participants included the “original odd couple" (Bob Roberts and David Axe). Bob’s wife sent her Mum to keep an eye on Bob and Nancy accompanied David to keep this relationship from blooming beyond looking after spares corner. What a great job they do with this for the club along with their helpers. The “new odd couple" were Bob Doyle and Andy McFarlane. Bob was on his fi rst trip and Andy his multieth. Bob has now discovered how many breweries and pubs there are between Wagga and Glenelg. He is astounded at 2013 - DAWN PATROL TO SWAN HILL Andy's constitution and whenever he Friday Sept 20th – Mon Sept 23rd needed Andy, he only had to throw out the burley by opening a stubby and Andy Silver Wraith, Silver Dawn, Bentley MkVI and R Type Register magically appeared (we're not sure if A variety of activities all within easy reach of our accommodation at Ibis Styles Swan Hill Resort. Dinner Friday is at a river-side restaurant; Saturday a river cruise with lunch on board and a visit to the Pioneer Settlement, Sunday we visit a historic homestead then the Catalina Flying Boat Museum at Lake Boga, a nearby Observatory and Glass Studio, and a barbecue dinner at the Swan Hill Golf Club.

All club members welcome. We suggest you book early with Ibis Styles Resort (phone 03-5032-2726 or email: [email protected] quoting ROCCA. The special rate is $154 per room which includes a cooked breakfast each day for 2)

Participant Fee: Cost per person is $260. This covers all meals, venue entry fees, river cruise morning and afternoon teas. A booking form will be posted to Register members but others can obtain one by emailing Peter Hiscock: [email protected] or telephoning any one of us.

Organisers: Peter & Yvette Hiscock (03-5341-3220) and Robert Whitehead (0409-852-122)

PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6325 Technical Topics No. 43 CCAUTIONSAUTIONS ANDAND TTHEHE ENGINEENGINE THATTHAT RACESRACES by Bill Coburn (ACT)

CAUTIONS: off at the power was a little startled by a preamble to point before I some of my scribblings that were re- sticking their knife run in one of the illustrious overseas’ in the toaster and sister journals for our Marque which don’t try to put read:- out an oil fi re on the stove with a “An accumulator or pump failure kettle of water! may result in a partial or complete So saying, can I loss of braking.. If you have any summarise my doubts about your ability to perform advice by saying a repair such as this, please leave it to that before doing the professionals.” anything to your I fully understand that given today’s car: climate of litigation or simply the ‘Engage Brain concern that your accounts or advice before Fingers’. may be misapplied, that such ‘warnings’ are made. My offerings in Tee One Topics which some of you may have THAT RACING read, are generally couched in a report- ENGINE: ‘normal’. The ‘secret screw’ is arrowed style rather than a didactic or advisory The Silver Wraith and Dawn were in yellow. Unlock the nut surrounding one. the fi rst Crewe models to use heat and the screw with a 2BA spanner and For the record, some of the old hands thermocoils in the exhaust manifolds turn the screw anticlockwise to slow would remember our early regional to open and close choke butterfl ies the engine speed. When you have the publications seemed to be restricted to and advance idling speeds. Those two speed you want, lock the nut. recipes, accounts of champagne parties features were mutually essential since ps: If, as many of us do, you struggle at the boot lid and accounts of trips to a choked cold engine simply will no to fi nd a 2BA spanner fi nd an old 5/16” a nice venue for lunch, including the run at its normal idling speed. The R A/F one and carefully dress the slot to menu! I joined our Club 40 years ago Type Bentley eventually succumbed to give a tight fi t to a 2 BA nut. Given and shortly after purchased a Silver this new gadgetry and the inclusion its location this nut is probably better Dawn in a number of boxes. At the of controls to set the mixture (choke) accessed with a 2BA socket or perhaps same time I retained my wife, three settings and idle speed during warm- an 8mm socket. children and a house. The latter assets, up was a thing of the past and one to top: The Secret Screw most will appreciate, precluded trucking be marveled at by the new breed of my new automotive passion to the Bentley spotters – God bless them! bottom: Step one to get at the adjusting bits is nearest ‘professional’ and leaving him The amount of choking has been to open the throttle levers as wide as possible and hold them there – hence the large screw previously addressed and is quite with a blank cheque. driver inserted on the radiator side of the ‘A’ There was also the need to answer adjustable but the speed of the fi rst bank carburetter. the challenge of rebuilding a car that idle is a matter of opinion. The had a fairly dubious reputation. So I old Factory specifi ed a warm- needed help. There were few manuals up speed of 2000 rpm. Now or even accounts of repairs to draw on this for most of our cars with and enquiries to ‘professionals’ usually intact exhaust syetems is a were answered by an invitation to ‘bring tolerable noise product but then them to us and we’ll fi x it’. (see above particularly with Shadows and constraints re that idea). that quaint rear axle system which stops it rotating in the I started writing and copying illegally sub frame, engaging reverse and even reproducing using other (‘R’ on the quadrant) usually organisations’ facilities. The fi rst cavil produced a spinal refl ex (in you I struck was from the legal community not the car). of members who fi rmly stated that any recommendation or account that Rightly or wrongly I have implied deviating from Factory practice adjusted the system so that the could result in formidable litigation for high speed idle is at a rate you the Club! That alone shut up the few are comfortable with, including contributors to the mechanical lexicon. having the engine run without But press on I did, aided and abetted undue hunting. by a some members who did get more pleasure from discussing cylinder heads THE WORKINGS than Connollys hides, or the secret to The upper lever, shown in the making the perfect scone (I still have top picture, lifts a cam on the that recipe!). ‘A’ Bank throttle shaft and holds So, harking back to the subject: it there until the engine warms Caution, I really hope that my readers and allows the cam to drop and of their own volition do turn the power the throttle stop screw return to

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Twenty Topics No. 46 offset when having your wheels rebuilt a fi ght against cancer. He was 87. David or when ordering new ones. Offset will and I had a common bond in that we Another Rally Under Our Belts also affect the axle track.” both worked for trustee companies, he in Melbourne and me in Sydney eorge Forbes is to be congratulated What this means in plainspeak is that so that we shared many commercial on his Concours Overall win with if the steering on a car is heavy, it could G memories of what has turned out to be GOK74 at the Federal Rally in South be due to an incorrect angle of the a unique industry as statutory trustee Australia. A serious fi re damaged the spokes in relation to the rims resulting companies now survive as independent bodywork late last year necessitating in the centre of the front tyres not entities only in Australia. Following a complete makeover. To have the car being directly beneath the axis of the War Service which included bringing repaired to Concours condition in such king pins. Worth checking on your car? many service men back from being a short time, is remarkable. Many cars Many 40/50s have had smaller wheels prisoners of war, he joined the RSL and have not survived such a fi re. fi tted and suffer from heavy steering. Owners have fi tted 33 x 5 tyres on as a member of the Benalla Branch, he An old publication by Specialised was instrumental in the establishment Autombile Services of Macclesfi eld 23 inch wheels to lighten the steering but perhaps the angle of spokes of the of the Hector Waller Memorial which called “An introduction to wire wheels” is in the Benalla Gardens. Waller was has items of interest including; smaller wheels was to blame. I always was amazed how light the steering on born in Benalla and commanded the “The effect of offset on camber 56AG was despite 21 inch wheels and HMAS Stuart which was part of the angle and king pin angle; 700 tyres. Perhaps the wheels were Scrap Iron Flottila which operated so In addition to providing castering correctly made up resulting in delightful successfully in the Mediteranian. Waller or self-centering action, the front steering. Another 40/50 with excellent commanded the HMAS Perth which wheels are usually inclined inwards steering and large tyres, is S64LK. together with USS Houston, was sunk at their lower ends. The object of this by a massive Japanese Task Force on Another gem puts to bed the 1st March 1942. inclination is to bring the centre of the argument as to whether the hub splines tyre, where it touches the ground, or the angled face of the hub takes the David was involved with Scouting approximately under the axis of the drive of the back wheels. and became Victorian Hon. Treasurer king pin in order to reduce the steering for 12 years. He was also involved drag which would be otherwise “Keep the splines and tapered faces in the Country Fire Authority and experienced. If the central plane of the slightly greased. Too much lubrication Neighbourhood Watch. He fi rst joined tyre were set outwards from the king will cause problems (not specifi ed) as the Club with an R type Bentley which pin axis there will be an appreciable most of the drive is taken through the his son, Graham now owns. He and torque on the stub axle tending to tapered faces. If these are loose or over Thea attended many Club events make each wheel turn outwards at the greased the drive will be taken by the in their T type and latterly in their front. The ideal method of steering is splines which will become loose and Brooklands. David was the only person that known as “Centre Point” in which ineffective” in the history of motor cars to have the king pin axis meets the centre David Cornish made an offer for a car which the point of contact of the tyre with the s you will see elsewhere in this edition, vendor would not accept but made ground. This can be achieved with ADavid Cornish died on 7th May after a counter offer of a third less which wire wheels by specifying the correct David accepted. The offer was for 1924 20 HP GH68. The Twenty had been idle Registrars for twenty years due to frost damage. Bryan Inder, 7 Pibrac Avenue, Tel: 02-9487-4153 David worked on it diligently up until Registrar, Warrawee Fax: 02-9489-8323 the time of his hospitalisation so that it Silver Ghost Register NSW 2074 [email protected] is not far off taking to the road again. Les & Carol Hearne, 10 Morvan Street Tel: 02-9874-3486 David always had a young Registrars, Small Horsepower West Ryde [email protected] enthusiasm for all that he did and Register NSW 2114 he and Thea were the epitome of Brian Crump, 62 Oxford Street, Tel: 02-9519-4910 hospitality. He lived his life by example Registrar, Newtown, [email protected] and was a true gentleman. Derby Phantom Register NSW, 2042 Mal Henderson, 40 Wentworth Street Tel: 02-9542-8401 Happy Motoring Registrar, Dolans Bay [email protected] David Davis 42G1 NSW Derby Bentley Register NSW 2232

Lloyd Missen, Registrar, 67 Rembrant Drive Tel/Fax: 02-9958-2831 Silver Wraith, Silver Dawn, Middle Cove [email protected] Bentley MkVI and R-Type NSW 2068 Silver Ghost Register Register Geoff Down, Registrar, PO Box 18183 Tel: 03-9415-6760 Ghosts on the Move Silver Cloud, Bentley S Series, Collins St East [email protected] ow for the ultimate Silver Ghost Phantom V and VI Register Melbourne Register Getaway Lunch! I am VIC 8003 N arranging another Silver Ghost Bill Coburn, Registrar, PO Box 1775 Tel: 02-6296-5893 Register Lunch and Getaway. This Silver Shadow, Bentley T Fyshwick Fax: 02-6296-5892 time lunch will be at Sir Henry Royce’s Series and Derivatives Register ACT 2609 [email protected] former home ‘Villa Mimosa’ at Le David Doyle, Registrar, 5 Boschetti Road Tel/Fax: 03-5829-8416 Canadel on the Mediterranean in the Silver Spirit, Bentley Mulsanne Tallygaroopna Mob: 0439-621-385 South of France, which I have rented, and Related Types (SMART) VIC 3634 [email protected] this September 2013. This is an open Register invitation for any Register or Club

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member to join Jeremy, Prudence We also wish to congratulate above: 1924 Silver Ghost #113AU with and me for lunch on 9, 10 or 11 David Forward on being presented saloon body by Maythorne & Sons Ltd. September. ‘The Sir Henry Royce Foundation Being the fi rst Rolls-Royce to be driven Trophy - 2013’ at the fi nal dinner for from Belfast overland to Australia in 1959. Donated by Ray Pank to Birdwood Mill his outstanding work on Silver Ghosts What a special Silver Ghost National Motor Museum, Adelaide Hills, SA. Getaway this will be for the lucky in the publication of his book “The members who can make it! Everything Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost – Origins and Ghost custodians and indeed all is paid for. All I need to know is on Development – 1906-1926”. pre World War II club Rolls-Royce which days you can come and how and Bentley custodians to attend in many visitors? Imagine eating on the Sofi ja and John Virgo arranged large numbers at next year’s Federal balcony of the winter home of Sir the post-rally tour ‘Southern Sojourn’ Rally in the Hunter Valley, NSW. We Henry Royce and walking in the area on the Fleurieu Peninsula, staying seriously need to keep these cars that he so loved and which possibly in McLaren Vale. As usual this was moving and on the road with their extended his life by twenty years. sensational and enjoyed by all. It is interesting to note that members of attendance at club events and to be seen and enjoyed by all. The Federal Rally in Glenelg, South the Silver Ghost Register were well Australia was another great gathering represented in person on the Sojourn Bryan Inder 12HG NSW of our members and their cars. driving their other Rolls-Royce and As usual the Silver Ghost Register Bentley vehicles, but not in their Silver Dinner was our yearly highlight with Ghosts. [Crauford, Deasey, Forbes, Silver Wraith, Silver Dawn an enjoyable meal meeting and much Inder, Matheson, Shenfi eld and Vann] and Bentley Mark VI/R Type camaraderie. Sadly at the Concours Register and Display Day there were only two When I was Federal President I Silver Ghosts in the grounds. These encouraged member’s partners to be were shown by Peter and Joyce profi cient in driving any and all the Federal Rally Round-Up Cox #49FW and David and Marilyn cars in the family stable. Well, when Forward #353LF. we were returning home from the ince last issue three major Club post-rally tour, Helen and I enjoyed Sevents have been held which I then did fi nd a 1924 Silver Ghost sharing the driving of my Goodwood provided an opportunity for members #113AU in the Birdwood Mill National Phantom Drophead Coupe. Then the to ‘Come Motoring’ in their marque, Motor Museum in the Adelaide Hills unexpected happened to me in the viz: -the the ‘Óld Favorites Overlander’ donated by club member Ray Pank. middle of the night in a small motel in from Wagga Wagga to Glenelg, the This is a rare saloon-bodied vehicle Junee and I was taken by ambulance Federal Rally, and the following Post- with division by Maythorne & Sons to the Wagga Wagga Base Hospital. Rally ‘Southern Sojourn Tour’ in the Ltd of Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. It The next morning Helen drove the McLaren Vale. is believed to be the fi rst Rolls-Royce Drophead Coupe solo successfully to be driven overland to Australia mastering the controls to join me at Register cars participated in all from Belfast via Europe, the Middle the hospital in Wagga Wagga. She three events and many would have East and India arriving in Australia in then drove us home to Sydney via covered a few thousand miles by the 1959. Mollymook. Q.E.D. time they returned to home base. All must have been well prepared as no We want to encourage all the Silver concerns were reported.

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above: A Two Half Brake Drum Set not a public document it is suffi ciently Shadow & T Register private to suit members’ needs.

At the Rally I presented a 140 slide And may I add my congratulations show of Shirley’s and my twenty-two and thanks to David Vann and Wallace CHASSIS PLATE year journey to uncover what I referred Moorhouse for their efforts in bringing to as the Company’s ‘Best Kept Secret’ the new edition of Chassis Plate to ome of you will watch the various each and every member! Technical. Finally two sets of two Swho-dunnits, usually from North half brake drums, a front and rear, American studios and stare in awe at the SHADOW OWNERS have been prepared for members use, dexterity and facilities the various law- There are nearly 300 SY cars listed thanks to John Brady, John Harriman upholding and investigative specialists in the new register, some 250 are Silver and some surplus raffl e money on hold enjoy. A piece of evidence like a Shadows. The last Shadow listed is from the Dawn Patrol held in Goulburn ticket can be traced to the train, the now 33 years old and hopefully still in 2009. carriage, the seat and possibly even the going strong. Bentley Motors still have occupant simply with the magic touch a vast stock of spares and at least three One set resides in Victoria, the other of a keyboard. Cameras it appears are companies are actually manufacturing in Sydney. installed at every corner, entrance and parts that are no longer available from intersection to record the passing of the Factory. Maintenance of the cars Members wishing to use these to your vehicle. is now being undertaken by a growing assist in setting up their brakes should number of owners who in turn are contact me, or John Harriman when For those who actually use computers being supported by our Club’s busy ready. Naturally, you will be required on the World Wide Web you will be web site and the Technical Library. In to arrange transport both ways and aware of the procedures needed on your Australia there are now two stockists of return the items promptly. Their total keyboard to get the time of day let-alone parts for our cars outside of the dealer weight is 7.6 kg. a copy of your next door neighbor’s birth network with a third opening in Sydney certifi cate! For Australian readers, you this month. Dawn Patrol XI. As advised earlier, will remember the Australia card that this will be held the same weekend was proposed in 1985 and defeated, Given that running our cars is for us as last year, viz, Friday 20 to Monday largely because of perceived invasions rather topical, I would like to compile a 23 September 2013. Peter and Yvette of privacy. Nowadays data similar to list of owners that use the world wide Hiscock, assisted by Robert Whitehead that proposed by the Australia card is web to circulate current information have agreed to host the event. See apparently being collected. about the cars, repair resources, details this issue. spares supplies and requests for help The relevance of all this is I had the if needed. Should you wish to get on Registrar. During the Registrar’s dubious honour of producing the Club’s this list please email me at spur84@ Meeting at the Federal Rally I advised fi rst Register in the late seventies. The me.com. that after twelve years as Registrar it real work of actually typing the thing was time for a change. Please contact was done by the late Patrick Kane White WHAT LURKS UNDER YOUR me, or the Federal President, if you of the Victoria Branch. Before we got BACK SEAT? would like to take on the role. to that stage however we had to fi ght a verbal battle with quite a few members, hen did you pull this seat out of Lloyd Missen, (NSW) almost solely on the topic of privacy. Wthe car? In fact not just the seat Reason eventually prevailed and whilst but the voluminous sound deadening the latest edition of Chassis Plate is

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left: a hydraulic accumulator from a Shadow, and similar to those on the Spirit series as well

The accumulators on a Shadow can be opened to repair, principally to replace the diaphragm seen in the picture. The bottom half of the unit is the part fi lled with nitrogen which forces the diaphragm up against the top half. The hole seen in the base of the unit contains a non-return valve for charging with nitrogen.

Brake fl uid is pumped into the top of the accumulator forcing the diaphragm down against the compressed nitrogen. Fully charged the bottom of the diaphragm is still well clear of the bottom of the unit. If the gas pressure drops to a very low level the incoming brake fl uid in the top half will force the diaphragm to the bottom of the unit against the sharp edge of the charging hole and eventually cut a hole in the rubber. The picture shows the end result. There is no cure for this other than a sphere overhaul. The reason the light goes out with the engine running is that the operating pressure beneath it. Rust in this country is not HYDRAULIC ACCUMULATORS is reached almost immediately as the a great problem for our cars but give whole unit is fi lled with fl uid. Pressing the reaction a warm environment and earnestly hope that all owners of the brake however immediately continued dampness, the rustics can I cars with accumulators check them however releases this pressure and the have a fi eld day. This seat pan on a everytime they use the car. The light returns. ’75 Shadow was quite recoverable with following list seems reasonable:- appropriate rust deadeners and sealers Bill Coburn (NSW) plus a good coat of paint. Note when starting, that the warning lights actually illuminate while starting. In this case the inspection was If the lights go out almost prompted by the seizure of the bolt immediately after the engine starts – all Bill Coburn the tip of which can be seen in the should be well. oily patch. This bolt holds the limiting When both lights go out run the strap for the rear suspension arm so engine for a minute or so then switch Issue 97 that the latter doesn’t wrench the it off. Turn the ignition on but do NOT - Changing the sub-frame mounts on shock absorber out of the car. start the engine. Pump the brake pedal. an SZ car If one or both lights come on almost immediately you should carry a Bible in - Heresy and all that – a view of Refer to what lurks in the photo below: the car. contemporary car clubs

- Shadows for recovery

- Cooling systems for Shadows – a vignette

- High level smells – a case of a boiling Phantom

- A bit of housekeeping – improving the look of the trunk

- Damaged wheel discs - recovery

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for these cars in various theatres to keep up with the competition, Henry of war and these are illustrated in Royce felt it necessary to jazz up the one coloured drawings by Morshead. What model he had in production then, the is so fascinating is the new range of Phantom I, successor to the famed Silver photographs included, such as Ghosts Ghost. A hundred miles an hour was the fi tted with double rims both front and goal, an almost mythical barrier for many rear, an armoured car built by Barker, cars! As a consequence, a lightweight Indian domed-turret versions, and streamlined style of body was tested on three experimental chassis (hence the EX fi nally the modernised cars used into tag in the chassis number). The design the Second World War in the Middle had been created by Ivan Everndern and East, Southern Africa, and even China. all cars received almost identical bodies As an overview of Rolls-Royce armoured by different coachmakers to enable cars this is thoroughly recommended. undisputable comparisons and tests. Another recent volume is a collection This book is the story of one of them, of items from Wikipedia and elsewhere, 17EX, from conception to 2012. The book edited by Lambert M. Surhone (Verlag is lavishly illustrated with period photos in Dr. Wolfgang P. Mueller, 2010. 160 which we can see the car in India where it pages, ISBN 13-9786130420437), but was sold to after the tests. Its full history at over $75 seems rather steep for is known, which is quite rare. known material. Many of the modern photos are Tom Clarke WA. by Makarand Baokar, the offi cial The Rolls-Royce Armoured Car photographer at Auto India and they often spread across two pages, making them by David Fletcher, illustrated by 19″ wide. And at 13″ tall the book is likely to pose a challenge to most bookcases. Henry Morshead. (Oxford: Osprey, They photos are a real treat to the eye 2012). 7 1/4 x 9 3/4”, 48 pages, because Baokar is one of the world’s best index. New Vanguard series, automotive photographers. If you are no.189. ISBN 978-1-84908-580-9, looking for ideas on how to photograph £9.99, $US17.95 cars, study his photos. In the second chapter, all three David Fletcher is no stranger to this experimental cars (15EX, 16EX, 17EX. subject. As author of War Cars (HMSO, There was also 10EX but that’s a whole 1997), and historian at the Tank diferent story.) are discussed at length Museum, Bovington, he has 40 years and their respective differences analyzed, down to their shades of blue. The next experience in researching military chapter describes the kingdom of Jammu vehicles. In this short volume he packs and Kashmir in the 19th century, with a as big a punch as the cars themselves, particular spotlight on its ruler and fi rst encompassing all the variants in design owner of 17EX, 33-year-old Rajah Hari and the campaigns where they were Singh Bahadur. used. It is an astonishing story in so Rolls-Royce 17EX, a Fabulous As so many cars, 17EX soon passed many ways. And with the centenary of Destiny/ein Stück Geschichte from the Kashmir Royal stables into new the 1914-18 war looming this booklet hands, specifi cally the Mitters, a Calcutta makes a well-timed appearance,. Rolls-Royce 17EX, a Fabulous family that had a superb collection of fi ve The story starts with a War Offi ce Destiny/ein Stück Geschichte by motorcars in the same league as the Rolls- group being impressed with the Rolls- Gautam Sen (Senthesis (Paris), Royce. They are the subject of the next chapter, as well as the rest of the Indian Royce 3-cylinder 15 h.p. at a 1905 2012), 124 pages, 145 color & show. Too small, and too costly, it did spell, ending with famous collector Protap b/w photos, hardcover List Price: at least give the military something Roy of Bombay, without whom 17EX may to think about. But in 1914 it was a $49.95/£40, ISBN 13: 978-93- well have been lost and scrapped. The private effort by Commander C. R. 5087-272-7, www.chaters.co.uk car was fully restored to the last nut and Samson, to armour a Silver Ghost bolt. So much enthusiasm and passion was deservedly rewarded with a prize at in Belgium, that set the ball rolling Author Gautam Sen is an Indian Pebble Beach in 2012. towards properly designed armour for automotive writer with several books to his Rolls-Royce chassis. Control was in the name and is editor of Auto India, India’s When the history of a single car hands of the Royal Naval Air Service best-selling car magazine. He also has a spreads over 124 pages, you can be in the Royal Navy. A group of 60 cars, soft spot for the cars of the Maharajahs in certain no stone was left unturned. The particular and cars of exception in general. fabulous history of this car will fascinate 18 of them to be Rolls-Royces, was you whether you are a Rolls-Royce nut or planned with rather basic armour There are cars in the histories of all marques that are absolute milestones. simply a car lover, just like you could be offering little protection. Fletcher fascinated by the history of La Joconde. shows how the British ‘penchant for In the case of Rolls-Royce, Silver Ghost AX201 and the experimental 1928 Hopefully this book will prompt owners of improvisation’ overcame the chaotic Phantom I torpedo 17EX were the fi rst two similarly exceptional cars to commission organisation behind the plans. of a string of chassis that all contributed to writers/historians to embark on more By November 1914 a turret design establising the reputation of the marque. monographs of this kind; they are important not just for readers today but had been developed, lightweight but In the late 1920s, luxury cars were offered for posterity. effective against armour-piercing on both sides of the Atlantic, and various 2013, André Blaize rounds. Fletcher outlines the steady competition cars were winning races and (speedreaders.info). development of the ‘patterns’ adopted customers on the Continent. Therefore,

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1975 Silver Shadow (SRH23808) Reluctant sale due to owner moving. 1928 Rolls Royce, 20 HP (GBM55) with showroom condition, renewed leather 1965 Silver Cloud III (SJR475). 1932 sedan body, good running order, club interior and upgrading paintwork, always Melbourne delivery, 100,000 miles. Factory rego not transferable, NSW. Contact: Tom garaged and regular serviced with tyres air conditioning, Sundym glass, electric 0413 489 109 Price: 39,500.00 near new. Comes with log books, workshop windows. Restored over past seven years, manual and tools. It has all the Rolls Royce repaint in original Dusk Grey, interior features inc factory fi tted air horns and air retrimmed in original Red 3086. New conditioning unit has been renewed. Asking headliner, all woodwork restored. Sheepskin price $22,500.00 ono. First to see will buy overlays compliment new carpets, chrome as this car is priced to sell in this pristine and stainless steel fi ttings in superb condition. condition. Travelled 97,500 miles and drives Engine fully overhauled, front end, power beautifully. Currently registered on club steering and brakes renewed and all other plates. Contact Alan Casey by e-mail alan. ancillaries as necessary. Air-conditioning [email protected] or Ph 0488-917-711 fully functioning, the heater and demister system has been overhauled with many photos available. Complete in every detail, all large and small tools, delivery documents in their original envelop and original keys, 1979 Corniche (CRH50113) Australian- correct and original handbook. Factory delivered, Ivory over Champagne hide, build sheets and very rare factory test data. magnifi cent condition, meticulously Overall winner of the Vic Branch Concours maintained by Vawsers & Paradise in 2011. Expensive but worth it. $145,000. Garage. No expense spared. 126k km Contact Denis Deasey 0419 374 688 or email (with extensive service history). Original [email protected] build order sheets come with this vehicle. Annual Federal Rally Swap Meet Bespoke options include cocktail requisites 1988 Silver Spirit ASJ23998, Reg.

to doors, air-horn, RR badges to rear 075LST. 26,000 miles, London delivery, Many thanks to those people who bought quarters, auto electric aerial. This is very Cotswold Beige with similar color leather along items for the Members Swap on the desirable 50,000+ chassis series meaning seats, beige lambs wool carpets. American day of the Annual Concours. Of course, a it is most drivable of this series with much birds eye maple wood paneling, power special thanks to those who also purchased in common mechanically with the Spirit and steering, seats and windows, CD stacker, on the day. Without all of you, this event Camargue. I have owned car for the past 6 air conditioned, new tires, fuel injection, would not be possible. Some Vendors have years, but garage space and a newer sibling concourse condition. Vehicle maintained entrusted me with items that didn’t sell on means that, regretfully, I need to fi nd her by Steve Sparks on NBS in Brisbane. Price the day, to bring them along on the following a new home. Price: $72,500 ono Contact $45,000. Contact Graeme Tosh, Maleny, year and try to sell on their behalf. Peter Resanceff ph 0419-288- 823 0405 264 366, [email protected] Vendors have asked me advertise the following, as some members may be interested in these items...... and did not come on the day....

- feeler gauges for 40/50 Ghost or Phantom car; in well above average condition for their age. - double ended spanners for pre war cars. - various hand books. - Post-war P 100 Lucas lights in almost mint condition. - Marchell driving lights; fair condition. - CAV brass rear light for Ghost or Phantom WANTED I in mint condition. One only road wheel to suit late 90’s Bentley FOR SALE - Phantom Parts - wheel discs; mainly for pre-war cars and as pictured. I can repaint it but the better the • 1 pair of Phantom III Engine Rocker Mark VI: I seem to have cornbed the world condition the happier I’ll be. I don’t need the Covers $300 the pair. market for these, and can help people out if centre hub cap. John Elmes 02 9679 1674. • 1 pair Phantom III Engine Exhaust you are looking for some. FOR SALE Manifolds (Reconditioned like new) $600 • Headlights - pair CAV Model F, 11” external the pair (On the day some one left a nice pair of diameter. Very good condition. $1500 pair. • Complete Phantom III Diff - drum to side lamps mounted as a display. I didn’t • Tyres - 2 x used Michelin beaded-edge 895 x drum brand new in the wooden crate. catch the vendor and don’t know who he is, 135 for Silver Ghost. One with very little wear Asking $8,000. so please contact me and identify them, and and the other about half worn. $450 the pair. • Phantom III Gearbox - complete - I will post them on to you.) Contact: John Milverton on mob: 0416-109- secondhand. Asking $4,000 Please contact me regarding offers on 010 or email: [email protected] • 1 only P III Cylinder Head (used) the above, and I will contact the vendors, WANTED: Black Faced Elliot 80MPH $3,000 and maybe a deal can be made. Speedometer And Cable Suitable For My Regards Phone Roy Whitchurch on 0411-747-403 1921 Silver Ghost 62JG Contact Ralston Bob Roberts Phone 0407-002-350 for details and any enquiries re other PIII Rainsford C/- PO Box 2065 Victor Harbor SA (Swap Meet Co-ordinator) parts or [email protected]

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PRÆCLARVM 3-13 6333 Ken Balmforth PRÆCLARVM ADVERTISING Independent Information: Classified advertisements must be factual and accurate. Persons misrepresenting cars, parts or services will be denied further Rolls-Royce & Bentley use of this space. Ads for cars for sale must include chassis number and asking price. Ads may be edited to optimise use of available space Specialising in 1965 vehicles onwards and to conform to a standard format, and may be rejected at the discretion of the Editor without discussion. CCurrentlyurrently Dismantling:Dismantling: Photographs: Digital prints are preferred, please forward by email • 1970 Silver Shadow or CD. • 1973 Bentley T Dealers: Parties dealing in motor cars must, where required by law, • 1974 Long Wheel Base Silver Shadow quote their dealer’s licence number and comply with all other statutory • 1976 Long Wheel Base Silver Shadow requirements relating to their advertising. • 1981-88 Silver Spirit / Silver Spur x 5 Cost: Full Page: $496; Half Page $273; Quarter Page $157. Ads with • 1985 Bentley Turbo R photograph are free to non-trade members and are placed in up to • 1988 Bentley 8 two consecutive issues. Non-members are charged $38 (inc. GST) for • 1990 Bentley Turbo R ad and photograph. Trade ads at commercial rates. Where applicable, Always buying damaged Rolls-Royces & Bentleys for cash cheques made payable to RROC of Australia must accompany 43 years in the business (23 years in Brisbane) advertising copy. Send ads to the Editor at: 1630 Malvern Road, Glen Iris, VIC, 3146. NNewew & UUsedsed Parts:Parts: Tel / Fax: 03-9886-9024. Reconditioning Service Exchange Units including Email: [email protected] Hydraulic Parts, Spheres, etc Note: PRÆCLARVM allows advertisements to support owners/ enthusiasts and to allow businesses to promote themselves and make MasterCard, Visa welcomed (no extra charge) people aware of the services they offer. PRÆCLARVM cannot and does not recommend or endorse the advertising businesses or offer any For Fast, Reliable and Friendly Service comment on the quality of the services provided. Anyone contacting these services should satisfy themselves in the normal way as to the Phone Ken (07) 3856 4911 standard of services offered, by asking for references if necessary.

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Rolls-Royce and Bentley owners deserve and expect only the highest level of professionalism and expertise to be involved with the repair, maintenance and presentation of these famous motor cars. At Paradise Garage, we give our customers as much attention as their cars. We listen, when we deliver the car to our customer we explain what was wrong and how we fixed the problem. We have the credentials and the commitment to support owners and their cars. “The owners know us, they know they can rely on us.” Call Warrick or Paul to discuss routine maintenance, major overhaul, buying or selling, or advice on any aspect of Rolls-Royce and Bentley ownership. Messrs Appleby and Booth at Paradise Garage Heaven for Cars - Salvation for Car Owners 25 Dunning Avenue, Rosebery, NSW, 2018 PG025 Tel: 02 9313 7866 Fax: 02 9663 2105 www.paradisegarage.com.au DL: 13746 UNION OFFSET CO. PTY LTD Print Post Approved PP229219 100048 16 NYRANG STREET, FYSHWICK, ACT 2609 (02) 6295 4500 Lodgement Office: Canberra Mail Centre, Fyshwick, 2609 6334 PRÆCLARVM 3-13 As a Bentley owner, you will share the above sentiment. It’s only by using a Bentley dealership for your servicing and And you will also acknowledge the vigilance and passion repairs that you’ll enjoy the reassurance of Bentley-trained it takes to keep your car looking and functioning as technicians with access to original technical information, vehicle beautifully as when it first rolled out of the Crewe factory. updates and specialist equipment. Insist on the use of genuine With 57 years of motoring heritage behind us, our dealership parts. Not only are they built to the original specification, but network covers the country, offering Bentley owners they are covered by a comprehensive Bentley warranty. It’s the competitively priced, genuine parts and genuine know-how. only way to assure the genuine care your Bentley deserves.

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