Since 1999 ALLARD MOTOR WORKS Vol. 13 - Spring, 2013 TheNEWSLETTER Cad-Allard Makes a Comeback! Allard Motor Works is putting the final touches on the first Cadillac- powered Allard since the mid-1950s. The launch of Cad-Allard J2X MkII, chassis number #001, sets the stage for additional Cad-Allard orders from customers who have a nostalgic bent. The new Cad-Allard derives its power from the new supercharged Ca- dillac V8 currently found in the Cadillac CTS-V. Engine management is controlled by a central processing unit with accessories to deliver a ‘green footprint’ yet does not sacrifice any of the adrenalin that 556 hp generates, and the 540 lb.-ft. of torque that firmly bonds passengers to their seats. The new Cadillac LSA was designed by GM to meet the strict emission standards found in the state of California - currently the highest in the world. The engine management system includes a mass air flow sensor, catalytic converters, oxygen sensors and an evaporative emissions canister. Acceleration is controlled through a drive-by-wire throttle pedal. Our Cad-Allard J2X MkII exhaust is routed through twin sidepipe-mufflers that produce an assertive V8 sound that will give performance sports car enthusiasts goose-bumps. These side- pipes are shielded and thus maintain a maximum temperature of 98ºF whether the car is in a slow crawl along a July parade route or on the track. Roger Allard comments that “the sound is very sweet. At low rpm you get a nice deep-throat rumble. However, when the tachometer races past the 2,500 RPM level, you know the Cad-Allard is not powered by a sewing ma- chine motor.” The Cad-Allard’s legendary exploits in the early 1950’s are still etched in the memories of a generation of sports car racing fans who were fortu- nate enough to see competition Allards on major tracks. They were more prevalent in the USA, racing such circuits as Watkins Glen, Sebring, Pebble Beach, Torrey Pines and Bridgehampton. However, a few Cadillac powered Allards did see action in Europe and South America where they reached the podium in the 24-Hours of Le Mans and the Grand Prix of Argentina. At Le Mans in 1950, the 331 cu.in. Cad-Allard, driven by Sydney Allard and Tom Cole, completed the 24-hour endurance race in 3rd place overall and was first in its class. Other notable drivers that forged the Cad-Allard legend include iconic figures such as John Fitch, Carroll Shelby, Zora Arkus-Duntov, Freddy Wacker and Erwin Goldschmidt. In the post-war era, steel import restrictions in Britain prevented the purchase of American engines. The net result was the export of com- petition Allard J2X’s (J-series) without engines ( see p. 3). Upon arrival at their destination, these ‘rolling chassis’ were fitted with American V8s, most notably the 331 Cadillac and the 331 Chrysler Hemi. Other engine transplants included Buick and Oldsmobile V8s. The return of the Cad-Allard will certainly delight the ‘old-guard’ but will surely appeal to the many newcomers who are keen to blend tradi- tion and ‘high-tech’ for a reliable high-performance ride and a unique and exciting ownership experience. www.allardj2x.com • [email protected] Page 1 Since 1999 ALLARD MOTOR WORKS Vol. 13 - Spring, 2013 South-Central US Dealership Allard Motor Works (AMW) is pleased to welcome Auto Col- lectors Garage (ACG) to its global distribution network. With more than 3 decades in the sports car restoration business, founder and President, Ken Dougherty becomes a valuable strategic marketing ally in the South-Central US market. Lo- cated in Houston, Texas, Auto Collectors Garage will rep- resent AMW in the states of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas and Oklahoma. ACG has a new Allard J2X MkII on order. It will be identical to the one ACG displayed at their booth at the Keels & Wheels Concours (May 3-5) to the de- light of thousands of awestruck attendees. ACG is located at 10812 Fallstone Road, Suite 400 Houston TX 77099 - tel: (713) 541-2281, web: autocollectorsgarage.com Win ! Win ! Ken and Kathey Dougherty of Auto Collectors Garage were double winners at the Keels & Wheels Concours on May 3-5th. Introduc- ing a stunning Pozzi Blue Allard J2X MkII that was making its first appearance in the Houston area, the new dealer experienced first- hand the crowd’s viceral response to the new Hemi-powered J2X MkII on display at the ACG booth. “This has to be the most photo- graphed car at the Concours. We are delighted with the response and can’t wait for our new demo car,” quipped Kathey. In addition The Pozzi Blue Hemi-powered Allard J2X MkII was a centre piece to this, ACG’s Maserati Tipo 61 won the Concours’ trophy for Best at the Keels & Wheels Concours in Seabrook, TX. of Show (seen in the hands of Ken & Kathey). Home to Legendary Classics Auto Collectors Garage (ACG) is an excellent partner to represent the Allard J2X MkII in the South-Central US. Their extensive experience in the restoration and sale of classic sports cars and exotics provides a solid base of information and support for clas- sic car customers. Nothing exemplifies this more than Ken Dougherty’s restored 1960 Maserati Birdcage Tipo 61 #2459. It met its unfortunate fate during a 1962 Daytona practice lap at the hands of Augie Pabst. After years of research and well-documented reconstruction, this FIA-certified Birdcage is available at Auto Collectors Garage. French Quarter - Shanghai Roger Allard couldn’t resist the temptation to sit in this legendary A number of famed drivers raced Maserati Birdcage Tipos– among them Maserati. “Now I understand why small racers like Sterling Moss were Carroll Shelby (seen in car #98), Dan Gurney, Stirling Moss and Mas- and Fangio were quite comfortable in these cars, even at 150 mph. I ten Gregory. don’t think I could do one lap without pleading to be extracted.” www.allardj2x.com • [email protected] Page 2 Since 1999 ALLARD MOTOR WORKS Vol. 13 - Spring, 2013 Allards Were A Class Act Keels & Wheels Concours, Seabrook, Tx Silver Trophy Winner in the Race Car Class is Bob Weiner’s white 1952 Allard K2 con- Bill Bauder and Ginger Lark-Bauder receiving the Best of Class Tro- vertible. phy from the Keels & Wheels Concours Chairman for their 1952 Allard J2X in the European Post-War Race Car Class. Bill Bauder’s faithful ‘Pit Crew’ at event trophy presentation. Bill is flanked by Ginger Lark-Baud- er and Stephan Lark. This 500 hp Ford-powered 1952 Allard J2X MkII was the class winner in the European Post-War Race Car Class. The white 1952 Allard K2 next to the J2X was runner up. Two Allard car guys never run out of things to chat about. Here, Bill Bauder and Roger Allard compare notes on the J2X and the new J2X MkII. www.allardj2x.com • [email protected] Page 3 Since 1999 ALLARD MOTOR WORKS Vol. 13 - Spring, 2013 Bill and His ‘Bitch’ The relationship between Bill Bauder and his Best of Class 1952 Allard J2X #3059 (nicknamed ‘Bitch’ because of its racing eccen- tricities) can be characterised as quirky but it is a long term love/hate affair that has lasted for more than 50 years and continues to this day. However, the ambivalent nature of their relationship has changed considerably in the 9 years since Bill stopped racing in 2004. Today, this bond has only strengthened and now they are unseparable. Bill, a retired architect living in Texas, was a speed-junkie who pushed his Allard to the limits. As he reflects on a successful series of podium finishes during his hay-days, he says with some nostalgia that “my J2X is the gift that just keeps on giving!” Today, basking in the glory of a first place class win at Keels & Wheels, the silver-haired octogenarian is quick to assert that #3059 is NOT a trailer queen. Although Bill still maintains his J2X in an immaculate condition, he continues to work out his Allard at every opportunity, never hesitating to stomp his foot on the accelerator from time to time. On the concours circuit, Bill has collected an impressive series of trophies from Best of Class to Best of Show and People’s Choice awards. His latest was the recent 2013 Keels & Wheels Concours where he won the Best of Class (European Post-War Racing Cars). Since Bill’s J2X is one of the few vintage race cars of that era sporting whitewall tires, the question is often asked of him, ‘Why white- walls?’ While Bill has a number of prepared answers for that question (some very humorous), the real answer is closely related to performance. To back Bill’s claim, one only has to dig into the history of road racing in the 1950’s and you will find that one other Al- lard (possibly the most successful racer of the period) was an Allard J2 with whitewalls! Why? Because at that time, tire manufactur- ers were switching tires to synthetics and whitewalls had yet to make this transformation (the latter had more grip). The driver of that black Allard J2 #14 with red wire wheels was the legendary Bill Pollack, a fearless West Coast racer who dominated the racing circuit for 3 years. As Pollack stated, “Whatever it takes to win, and if it takes whitewalls to get better traction, then the whitewalls stay on!” When Bill Bauder turned to me and asked jokingly whether one could get whitewalls on the new Allard J2X MkII showcased next to his J2X, I politely suggested that when it comes to grip, the J2X MkII’s tires are wide enough to compensate.