Volume 55 No 6 June 2018

Celebrating our 60th year of classic motoring in Western Australia !

Left: Les Checkett Albany and Hamish Pipe Collie with club president Tony Hume and vehicle registrar David Reid

Below: Webmaster John Oldland and Ron Holland (Wagin)

Country Branch meeting partici- pants viewed the new restoration shed at Wattle Grove

Left: Les Checkett with past president Peter Carter Below: Restoration shed wood working gurus Lyle Metcalf and Graham McDon- ald (restoration shed man- ager)

Below: Sue Reid, Linda Kirkwood, Nola Hooper, Aileen Stockdale (membership registrar), Margaret Baxter. June 17 Winter Rally Katanning & Districts Branch A.G.M. Warren Blackwood Branch meeting Mustang & Shelby Section A.G.M. Collie Branch meeting 19 South Eastern Coffee Group run Military Section meeting Wattle Grove Parts shed open 22 Military Section restoration shed fitout 24 Albany Branch event Peel Branch poker run 27 Busselton Branch Ladies Lunch Parts Shed open 28 Humber & Rootes Group section mtg VCC General Club meeting 29 Military Section restoration shed fitout

July 1 Autojumble at Dogs West Canning Vale Katanning & Districts meeting Wokalup Rocker Cover challenge Post Vintage Section run 2 Veteran Section meeting 3 York Branch meeting South Eastern Coffee Group 4 Eastern Goldfields Branch meeting Parts Shed Open 6 Military Section Restoration Shed Fitout 7 Busselton Branch Cowaramup Display 8 Busselton Branch meeting Esperance Branch meeting 9 Post Vintage Section meeting 10 Vintage Section meeting 11 Mid Week Run Parts Shed open 12 VCC Management meeting 13 Military Section Restoration Shed fitout 14 Post Vintage Classic Movie Night 15 Busselton Joe Steddy Rally Peel Branch meeting Warren Blackwood Branch meeting Mustang/Shelby Section run Post Vintage Third Sunday run Collie Branch meeting Next Club Meeting 17 South Eastern Coffee Group Military Section meeting 8pm —28 June 2018 18 Parts Shed open 20 Mustang/Shelby Section run Speaker is Roger Bell on the topic of T Model Fords Military Section Restoration Shed fit out 22 Albany Branch event 25 Busselton Branch Ladies Lunch Parts Shed open 26 Humber & Rootes Group section meeting EARLY AUTO. VCC General Meeting All correspondence for the next issue to :- 27 Military Section Restoration Shed fit out Geoff Moor Email: [email protected] 28 Peel Branch Christmas in July event 29 Mustang/Shelby Section run Include “EA” or “Early Auto” in subject line of emails ALL adverts for Bits & Pieces in writing or email please! “Wanted” See the club website for information on or altera- ads must clearly identify the advertisers membership of the tions on events: www.veterancarclubofwa.asn.au VCCWA The Parts Shed at the Club, 265 Hale Road, Wattle DEADLINE FOR COPY - 1st of EACH MONTH Grove is open on Wednesday until midday. Parts are only available to members of the VCCWA Change of Mailing Address and non-delivery of Disclaimer: Early Auto —contact: Aileen Stockdale 6 Oxley Place, Dar- The opinions expressed in Early Auto are those of lington WA 6070 ph: (08) 9252 1292 our correspondents and the Editor, Committee and Email: [email protected] members of the Veteran Car Club of WA (Inc) do not necessarily agree with or endorse them.

Page 2 Early Auto June 2018 representatives from 10 of our 12 regional branches were President’s Diary able to attend. It was very helpful for myself and all of the executive committee to hear first hand what is happening Hello Members, in each branch, the key issues, and there were some key As the weather starts to really look like reforms that we agreed to work together to achieve. We winter I hope that you have had the were able to open the Pars Shed and give a tour of the chance to get out on plenty of runs. new facilities in the Restoration Shed – soon to be offi- We were fortunate last month to have cially opened. Country members were also given a pack- a visit from a couple on a massive run age containing excess library publications, our library is that has so far taken six years! Dirk now such a well-oiled machine, I encourage members to and Trudy Regter have been driving their 1915 Ford T see for themselves the great job that John and Christine around the world raising money for orphaned children. do in running the library. We had the pleasure of hosting them in the Peel branch As a collective, the regional branches make up and then held a reception for them at the Forrestfield just over half of our membership so its is always great to clubrooms where we had an enthusiastic group of mem- get together with county members and find ways of mak- bers look over the car and meet this wonderful couple. ing our club run the best we can. Again, thank you to the Once again it showed to me that worldwide people who army of volunteers that ensured that we were all fed are into historic cars are typ ically great people, and it was beautifully at the meeting! fascinating hearing about Dirk and Trudy’s adventures. Heading into our AGM we will no doubt still be Thank you very much to those members who assisted looking for more volunteers to get involved in helping run Dirk and Trudy with their travels, as well as with the vari- our club, don’t be shy..get in touch. ous hospitality that we put on as a club, it was really well See you on the roads done. President Tony At the end of last month, we held the annual Country branches meeting and were lucky enough that

Back To The Goldfields Rally Autojumble September 2019 July 1st 2018

n the 5 th -8 th September 2019 the Eastern Gold- Cnr Warton and Ranford roads Southern River fields Branch will be hosting a rally to honour the Entry of Warton road O memory of our 2014 Rally Director Kathryn Paynter, a week before the Lake Perkolilli event. Gates open for sellers and Buyers at 7.00am This event will be open to all club cars. It will be a ends 12.00 noon hub-based rally visiting historic places and attractions around Kalgoorlie similar to the 2014 National Veteran Breakfast and coffee facilities on site Rally, hopefully without the rain. Sellers bays undercover By finishing on Sunday the 8 th it gives people three days to further explore the Goldfields, attend to their ve- Sellers $10.00 hicle or whatever before joining the Perkolilli event to be Buyers $5.00 held on the 12 th -15th September 2019 as a spectator or Children under 15 free participant for four days of historic motor racing history. Contact Rod Alex Gallo 0456020002

BYGONE SPARES AND RESTORATIONS Yesterdays Motoring Today Bruce Sharman Restoration Specialist PO Box 1505, Toodyay, WA 6566 (08) 9574 4905 M: 0408 88 92 79 Email: [email protected] www.bygonesparesandrestorations.com

June 2018 Early Auto Page 3 The inaugu- Locals are busy with ral ladies gath- preparation for the ering on Tues- annual Round the day May 22 Houses car races to was attended be held in Albany on by 6 ladies Sunday of the Foun- who enjoyed dation Day long fellowship and weekend. We have been invited to take our vehicles and morning tea have them on display so if all goes to plan we should have and a chance some photos of the race action for next month. to compare It will be interesting to see the make-up of our and make branch management team for the next 12 months follow- some progress ing the AGM on Wednesday June 13 th . Will there be any Barry Killick's 54 Holden with The Lily in with their hob- significant changes? I guess that is up to the individual to the background bies and craft- step forward if you want a change from the status quo. work – mostly There may knitting – if the included photos are anything to go by still be time for wherein you can see Fay Alison and Judy Bennett making you to book in for smoke with their needles. Others in the group included attendance at the Jenny Sinclair, Christine Waugh, Jean Cooksey and annual dinner on Shirley Dixon. The next get together will be held on Tues- Sunday June 24 th day June 19 th starting at 10am and thereafter on the third if you advise Tuesday of each month continuing for as long as there is Jenny Sinclair sufficient interest and attendance. [98412652] by The run to Amelup to visit The Lily, a full size and June 17 th but it is operational ground sail mill, was well attended and made likely that train for an interesting excursion. The attached photos kindly has left the station by now. provided by Judy Bennett provide a glimpse of some of A reminder for the July meeting on Sunday 8 th at the points of interest – not limited to what one would ex- the club rooms starting with lunch at 12 noon with the pect of a visit to a replica flour mill. If it takes your fancy, meeting to follow. Members are asked to bring a casse- on-site accommodation in a Dakota DC 3 could make for role and sweets to share. That’s about it for this month. an overnight stay with a difference. Thanks to Carol and Graham Wright Tony for making this opportunity available for members mailto:[email protected] enjoyment. York Torque Kath Murray will be the scribe,

Adventure To The Greenhills There was a new position formed being a Vice Tavern On The National Motoring Chairperson, with Brad Budiselik taking on that roll. Thank Heritage Day. you to you all. Now it seems that Graham Cooper has been tak- A run was held on the 20 th of May ing lessons from Michael Jackson on Moon Walking...well, 2018, to the Greenhills Tavern. We sat outside, in the that’s what he was doing at the tavern, in reality, he had beautiful sunshine, to eat our lunch, which, once again, broken a bone in his foot and has a moon boot on. Sorry was superb. Thank you to the club for subsidising the Graham. He has also been seen at the Steggle’s chicken lunch, with $10 per member being given. They also make a farm, trying to by some ‘Hens Teeth” very rare these days great lager and lime drink, which I thoroughly enjoyed he says. (twice). It also seems that some members (not to mention Then there was a quiz sheet handed out to every- names here) need the events sheet written in large print, one. Well, you could hear the cogs turning, as they all tried so as not to get confused as to where the club runs will to answer the 20 questions(we banned Arrin Byfield from start from and not end up at!! having his phone on the table). We thought that they were John and Leanne Bullock took their Ford Model T. Laurie very simple questions but it seems that they were a wee bit Hanson drove his Pontiac and very nice to see ‘Bludnut’ on too hard, as the winner only got 9 out of the 20 questions the road again and running very well, well done Gary. correct and that winner was....JOHN BULLOCK, who re- Graeme and Kath Murray also drove their York 1947 Vaux- ceived his dinner for free as the prize. Congratulations hall Caleche to the Greenhill’s Tavern. With a great photo John. There were lots of laughs as they argued (of course) of 18 VCC York members being taken next to a couple of over the correct answers to the questions. the cars, by our good friend and volunteer...Michael. Then the A.G.M. was held, For those members that could not make it to the Gary Byfield accepted the position as Chairperson. A.G.M. run, we hope that you can make it to the next one Regina Huessy returning as Secretary unopposed. that we have planned. A very enjoyable day was had by all. Leo Pendergrast once again filled the position of Treasurer. Thank you. Graeme Murray accepting the position of Events Manager. Kathy the scribe Page 4 Early Auto June 2018 Memories From a Little Brass Plate into the hopper or hauling out the big filter cylinder (mounted on from Tony George the left hand front mudguard) for cleaning, just wielding a brush where needed. My father was a cartographer with the Lands and Surveys De- I remember the slow starting procedure. One of my jobs partment all his working life from cadetship to retirement. Dur- was to wind the handle of the blower which was fixed to the front ing WW2 he was manpowered, i.e., retained by the Government bumper and set up so that it sucked the gas into the engine for a to produce ordinance maps for the Defence Department. This cold start after the charcoal had been lit using a kero-soaked rag. brass plate is a reminder of that period of my life Fairly sorted out the shoulder muscles as it drew the deadly car- Our family car was a 1927 Oldsmobile tourer which was bon monoxide gas through to the engine. Wouldn’t the “helf and used only on the weekends. We lived on Canning Highway at safety” crowd have a ball with that now! Melville, opposite Atwell’s dairy (now Tompkins Park) in the Dad obviously mastered the running and driving tech- shadow of Wireless Hill and its 394 ft high mast. The Metro bus niques. As one report stated, “You just played with all the con- stop was right outside our house and the Perth terminus was the trols (choke, throttle, butterflies etc) at your disposal until you corner of St George’s Terrace and Barrack St, opposite the old got things going OK. Bare feet, prehensile toes and experience at Treasury Buildings where Dad worked; hence the bus was easier, the Wurlitzer organ could be a distinct advantage”. Plus hand quicker and cheaper than taking the car. signals of course, double declutching and using the hand oper- But, on weekends, the Olds had become part of our life. ated windscreen wiper blade when needed. Engine power run- First thing Saturday was a run into Perth to pick up our groceries ning on charcoal gas was down by about 50% compared to petrol from Charlie Carters in Hay St, then on to Hetherington's in the and I remember Dad having to turn on the tap of the vacuum tank West Perth markets for our case of fruit and veggies, and maybe (used only in emergencies) to let petrol get us up some steep a stop off at Bethell Thurston’s in William St for more Meccano hills. I also recall our holiday trips with the running boards parts (if I had saved enough pocket money!). Often in the after- loaded with sacks of charcoal. Stopping to refill the hopper pro- noon the back seat was taken out and we would collect firewood, duced a better fireworks display than New Year’s Eve when the our only source of heat for cooking hot water and the lounge fire. lid was opened and the glowing charcoal got a sudden burst of On Sunday morning Dad was a lay reader during those war air. How this never set the hood fabric alight is anybody’s guess, years, sometimes at East Perth, sometimes Belmont, as allocated, but it survived those years. but always impractical by public transport. Then after the Sunday But all of these “good times” came to an end after VJ Day roast it was time for a family outing, a run to the beach or some- on the 15th of August 1945 and the partial relaxing of petrol ra- where in the hills. At least 80 miles in total each weekend. tioning. On the 12th of January 1946 the gas producer was With the staged introduction of petrol rationing after removed. With most previous users doing the same thing, they 1939, this routine became more and more difficult and by June weren’t worth two bob as are sale item but bits and pieces were 1941, when private motorists were limited to a petrol ration suffi- used around home for compost bins etc for many years after. cient for 1000 miles per year, it became an impossibility. It was a Most importantly, the manufacturer’s plate was saved. I found it case of either put the car on blocks for the duration or limit its long after when clearing out the old home garage. use to about 20 miles per week. However there was another op- The plate is tion; a gas producer to run the car on the gas generated from made from 1/16” thick charcoal - which wasn’t rationed! And this was the choice Dad brass engraved E.S.C., made. On September the 5th 1941 the Olds arrived home with the registered trade one fitted. mark of Electweld As an eight year old at that time I wasn’t involved with Steel Co., Kellerberrin, the thought behind this decision which could have been a long West Aust. Curiosity and hard one. Apart from the completely different starting and led to some delving. driving techniques plus the mess and inconvenience of handling The company charcoal, there were the costs involved. Unfortunately I don’t was founded by local have the receipts for this gas producer but the usual price seems farmer Frank Mather, to have been about £50 plus fitting. Not inconsiderable, keeping an innovator who was in mind that wages averaged around £5 per week. The Police continually looking for ways of improving farm machinery and Dept wanted their bit too. The car had to go over the weigh making things easier for farming life. With the coming of WW2 bridge after the fitting and was 4 cwt heavier, 23cwt before, 27 and the shortage of petrol essential for farm operation he began after. These were the days when license fees were based on a gas producer manufacture. All his farm vehicles were fitted with vehicle’s Power Weight total, i.e. the RAC horsepower rating them as well as trucks and tractors from surrounding districts. added to its weight in cwts. The increase added £1 per year, from They were sold locally by Kellerberrin Co-Op and the Perth £7 to £8. But from my point of view it meant things carried on as agent was D.T.&S. Armstrong, second hand car dealers on the usual. And I could still get my Meccano bits from Mr Thurston - corner of Murray Stand Perdriau Lane. It was there that the while stocks and pocket money lasted…… Mather gas producer was fitted to our Olds. Well, things were more or less as usual! Part of Saturday Unfortunately the plate was never stamped with the unit’s serial afternoon now was cleaning time, firstly the gas producer, then number, the R.A.C. Rating or the license number. ourselves. Wow, it was messy. There was clinker and ash to be So that’s the history of this little brass plate as I know it. raked out of the hopper, then the cloth-covered filter cylinder Written on the back of it in Dad’s perfect printing is: PUT ON 9 which trapped the fine black dust which had come through with 41 TAKEN OFF 12 1 46. One of my heirlooms, now back where the gas before it destructed pistons and rings, had to be brushed it has always been since it came into my possession. Where’s down. And once this was all done the hopper was recharged with that, I hear you ask? charcoal. I wasn’t a lot of help throwing 50 lb sacks of charcoal Why, in my chest of Meccano of course.

June 2018 Early Auto Page 5 Eastern Goldfields Another busy month of activities in Esper- Notes ance for the month of May. 1904 Ford AC. What a thrill and privilege to have MANY more times I will Trudy and Dirk Regter here staying with us in Esperance at be the passage of infor- our house for 3 nights. The couple and their back up crew mation for the Goldfields of Coby and Jack were invited by us after emails and Branch. Our AGM saw phone calls from Merv Kroll in QLD to come and stay for a Graham Duncan gain couple of days, we met them at the roundabout and they Chairman, Steve Dawson, Vice Chairman, Garth Irvin felt at home straight away with us, on a miserable day for and Geoff Paynter as Secretary and Treasurer, with Alex Esperance (probably not for them) arriving on a windy cold Gallo as assistant secretary and K Ed as EA scribe. blustery day we had lit the fire and cooked up a pot of From the meeting a motion was passed for some new tin soup, quiche and sausage rolls. They were impressed and for the back fence at the club rooms. Kevin and Bert asked could they stay a third night. picked up the tin and scored some additional sheets from After a good home cooked meal and a few wines we Stratco. This obviously means another busy bee to be adjourned to sing and dance and play guitar, what a memo- arranged to continue the construction of the fence. th rable night we had. The second day saw Dirk service his May 20 2018 was heritage day. We had 17 cars vehicle, I took the ladies to town and then back home for and two other vehicles turn up to join our display. I lunch and some catching up on emails and photos for the missed two club cars from the photo. The list of vehicles world tour. In the evening the Esperance veteran car club is as follows: organised a BBQ tea and a slide presentation by Dirk, this Paul Abbott with his 1968 Holden HK with a 327 motor. was extremely well received and after the presentation we All original - apparently these motors were imported until took the hat around and collected $296 for their cause for the Australian V8 were built and are sometimes called disadvantaged children all over the world. For those clubs Bathurst Monaro. I perused the web regarding the 327 who have had the same pleasure you will know where I am V8 motor and that’s where the facts are if you are inter- coming from. ested. The third day was a trip to Lucky Bay to see the kan- Barry Woodley MG TC; Alex Gallo 1909 Maxwell, garoos on the beach, not to be disappointed Trudy man- Geoff Paynter 1904 Ford AC; Bert White 1923 Swift, aged to secure some of those famous snaps. We had a K Ed 1918 Studebaker; Paul Broadbent MGB GT, lovely BBQ lunch and this was shared with a young lady Bill Lawson Zephyr; Roger Alter Corvette, and her friend from Holland. To think you come all the way Stephen Dawson Cadillac, Garth Irvin EH Holden around the world and meet someone from your own coun- Graham Duncan 48-215 & FJ; Kelvin Owen HR Holden, try who Dirk had been emailing. We also had lunch with a Graeme Smith Corvette (no Photo), lady Dirk met in NZ in February who co-incidentally was Warren Lloyd 1967 Studebaker, This car was his fathers also at Lucky Bay on the same day. Amazing country I say. and arrived in Kalgoorlie recently after being in a shed Departure day arrives and the weather is lousy but the tour down Albany way for awhile. must go on and yes they did leave in the rain and head to Warren, Geoff and Stephen took the Studebaker to Jerramungup. Happy travelling. Hope we meet again day. lunch at Ora Banda after the display at Boulder Loop 6th May AGM where the same committee has been Line Park. Some less adventuresome souls adjoined to returned, un-apposed, Monty’s for lunch. !3th May Mother’s day; 41 members took the short Of the two visitors, Bret Parker turned up on a 750 drive to Gibson soak for mother’s day lunch. We had a de- Suzuki motor bike, this type of bike with a radiator is nick- lightful lunch and then returned home via Garry Carters named: Australia – Water Bottle, NZ Water - Bucket, property to investigate his collection of Valiant and Chrys- America – Water Buffalo and the UK – Kettle. The other lers and steam engines. Very Interersting. was Chris Jennis in a 1966 Falcon XP. The shell came 19th May Motor Heritage day. We had 28 cars on from Mt Newman somewhere and was lying left side display in the town centre, it was a magnificent day, and down. From the photos Chris had, it was very rusty, bul- people wandered freely amongst the cars. Libby came in let holes on the left, no motor or running gear at all. The the new yellow MG, along with Jude and Mark and Jan mechanicals are of Falcon XT vintage, but the body work Bivens MGs, we are starting a collection, another new is the standard shape and chrome work. The visual member also has an MGB yet to be seen but hopefully Pe- change is 14 inch wheels and the bullet holes on the left ter will bring it out shortly. Nice to see Don Lithgow’s Willy’s rear panel. The model is a Sedan Delivery and a rare jeep on display, also Sharon and Bill Vermeij have pur- body shape. The body has been tastefully rebuilt to the chased Merle and Norms red Chev and are proud as punch original style as it would have come out of the factory, It to have it on display adding their own touch. Most members is good to see another vehicle saved from the rust pile ventured to Dome for a coffee which was very nice. out there. Unfortunately an event we had planned got cancelled due Three members are heading to Wagin for their rally on to inclement weather. Hopefully we can rebook ACTIV in the long weekend in June. for another visit. Until another, We are getting a lot of new members which is great, K Ed Goldfields. so for this month that’s all folks.

Page 6 Early Auto June 2018 Eastern Goldfields Branch —(Above and left) out and about —see notes on previous page

Esperance Branch (Below and right)

June 2018 Early Auto Page 7 Posties Hogwarts Express : Alan Brown - Chev Impala John Moorehead 1960 Holden (above) Below: Peter Mulroney (left) Ian Fillel 47 Nash (below)

Geoff Ellis on the Hogwarts Express Run Rod Duhe 38 215 Holden

A variety of vehicles took part in the Mid Week Run to Gin Gin

Page 8 Early Auto June 2018 Posties Prattle Up through Angove Street, North Perth giving Neil and Louise Pitman a chance to check out the height clearance and the recent repairs of their MGB over the many speed humps, passing Well it was a perfect day for the by more coffee shops, turning heads. It was then on through Me- Post Vintage “Hogwarts Express” th nora, Inglewood Bayswater and passed the Wagul ending up at run on 20 May. A group of the Bassendean Railway Museum, to be made very welcome by eleven vehicles met up at Taylor Geoffrey Higham and the dedicated volunteers who invited us to Reserve in Victoria Park. Num- use the excellent picnic area inside the grounds where we all had ber twelve, our secretary, Greg lunch. Ricket, was unable to be at the Some members had to leave early, one being Ron in his start and was going to meet up with us at the morning tea stop. Mustang to be at a family wedding. We have no doubt that his Vehicles began departing around 9.30am, through sec- powerful horse would have got him there in time. tions of Victoria Park, going passed coffee shops along the way, The rest of us had the run of the museum, excellent, giving patrons a chance to see some very fine earlier cars, then from the steam locomotives, model railway, photo and memorabil- across the Causeway, along Riverside Drive into Barrack Square, lia all of which are under cover. Geoffrey also gave members a so participants could check out their shock absorbers on the un- very interesting talk and guided tour. These fellas certainly know even surface of the cobble stones, continuing on through Perth, their stuff. He also unlocked the rear gates so some members meandering through Subiaco, Daglish, Jolimont and Wembley. could take photos of their classic vehicle alongside a classic All cars going well, turned into Harbourne Street, and our first steamtrain. Couldn’t have been more abliging to us. casualty. Stefan and Maries’ little Morris decided she couldn’t If you haven’t been to the Railway Museum as yet, why drink anymore, the fuel pump stopped giving the needed liquid. not check it out in the near future, as alot of effort has gone into So tilt tray and home safely. The rest of us had morning tea at the restorations for public enjoyment. We are quite sure it won’t Charles Veryard Reserve. An unexpected bonus, a sporting club disappoint. event had a sausage sizzle in progress, whose wares were en- We had an overall winner in Ian Fillel and crew who travelled in joyed by some of our members. his very nice 1947 white Nash. Off again, turned right toward Loftus Street. A short Some of the participants, being new members or driver while later, a call from Greg, his Plymouth was getting too much only, raised a very good point in as much as the “legend” on the fuel, throttle trouble. He had stopped back on our left, with us go- very first page of a run sheet, could this be placed at the top of all ing right, didn’t notice him. Close, no bikkie (biscuit), as unfortu- pages on the run sheet instead of having to flick back to the front nately didn’t make it to the morning tea stop. He became the sec- page, when the memory slips. A good point perhaps for future ond casualty for the morning and the last. (Our friend joked that run/rally organisers. she should start a little towing company for such events). A bit of The day couldn’t have been better, except for those par- tongue in cheek but a good point. A suggestion - would it be pos- ticipants that were home earlier than most of us, we hope that sible to have a towing business onboard for the V.C.C. of W.A. everyone had and enjoyable run on Motoring Heritage Day! and Sections events, perhaps offering a discount rate for club Keep your “wheel nuts tight” - Geoff and Chris Ellis members.

Mid Week Run Mustang May 9 2018 – to Gingin Musings Sunday May 20th Due to uncertain weather in March for our scheduled Run to Gingin just a small contingency of MWR Members were in at- was our breakfast tendance. It was then our group agreed to do a rerun of this gathering at Wood- event so that more MWR members could enjoy a run to this bridge House . We favourite destination. were so lucky that it was such a beautifully clear and On May 9 th we travelled again to the wonderful historic sunny morning, a little on the chilly side to start , how- town where the Shire has done a great job in maintaining the ever, warming up as the morning progressed . We had a ambience of Gingin. We enjoyed perfect weather on the rerun. very large turn-out of members attending which always The Shire has produced a map of the Town illustrating makes it much more enjoyable. fifteen of the Town's more important historic treasures plus sev- eral facilities. The map was very helpful for MWR members to tour and explore the Town. It is well worth while to ask the Shire Those who attended were : Tim & Sue Reid , Myrlyn & for a copy of the map or where to acquire it in your area. You Carmen Baartzes , will find the map very interesting and informative. Graeme & Gai As most are aware, the Town of Gingin opens it's Shearer , Ron & Julie doors to Host Car Club events, the “British Car Day” being one. Proberts, A visit to this very pro Car Club Town is encouraged. Take your Angie & Pete Eyles , family there one day - you won't be disappointed, there is some- Michael White , thing to enjoy here for everyone of every age. Bob & Michelle Galbraith, Nine impressive Classic Cars were present at our run Damian & Sognia Sime , on this day. They were - a 1984 Mercedes Benz, 1966 Ford Mustang, 1935 (Al Capone) Buick, 1951 Riley, 1966 Ford Zo- Meg, Steve & Katie Knox , diac, 1986 535i BMW, a Maserati powered Citroen, an Austin Verna & Allan Wellington , Seven and your everyday 1979 Roll Royce. James Bowler & Felicity We had our picnic on Gingin’s picturesque Granville Park. Williams , Roger & Sally Bell and Cheers for now. Davorin & Ingrid Grgurich. Lloyd..

June 2018 Early Auto Page 9 MINUTES Bruce & Sandra Hamon – Busselton: 1971 Kingswood and A9X Hatch Of the General Meeting of the Veteran Ford XY Sedan President Tony Hume welcomed these Car Club of WA (Inc.) held at the Club Nick & Cathy Crupi – Stirling: 1976 Holden new members to the club. Rooms, 265 Hale Rd, Wattle Grove on LE Coupe Potential member (Visitor) Roger Turner 24 th May 2018 at 8pm. George & Josephine Monaldi: – Water- 1942 Willys, 1937 Chev sedan and 1954 ford1984 Holden Kingswood Ute,1984 Sunbeam Talbot was welcomed also. Attendance: President Tony Hume Holden Statesman Sedan (Chair) and members as per the atten- Frank & Carmel Cirillo: – Balcatta1978 Section, Branch and Other Reports: dance book. Holden HZ Sedan Veteran : Linton Sharp advised that a mid- Apologies – as listed in the attendance Rodney & Margaret Elliott – South Yun- week country run at Myalup has been book. derup: 1963 E Type FHC,1971 ZD Ford planned for Early December. The Section Fairlane Brohout wheels are currently being made Guest Speaker Bill Burrell spoke on the 1971 ZD Ford Fairlane,1960 Chevrolet by Graham McDonald, while Alex Selley restoration of his SM Citroen sedan. Corvette has secured an engine for this very rare Brian & Jennifer Davies – Byford: 1989 vehicle. Confirmation of minutes for the April FSM Niki Sedan 2018 General Meeting as printed in the Nick Skinner – Greenmount: 1963 VW Vintage : Nevis Dowding advised that the May edition of Early Auto. Moved Dave Beetle Sedan,1951 Morris Oxford Sedan Section had a run to Chidlow last Sunday Reid / seconded Roger Bell CARRIED 1951 Morris Oxford Sedan and Rod Vogel took his newly restored Steve & Sandra Greenaway – Aveley: Chev 6. Business arising from the previous 1989 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible Post Vintage : Trevor Hooper advised that minutes - Nil James & Will Wrathall – Bindoon: 1993 the Section had a good run last Sunday Holden VP Calais international and this concluded at the Railway Mu- Correspondence inwards and out- Nathan & Genna McGregor – Dardanup: seum. The next event is the Winter Rally wards: West1974 Holden HQ Sedan which the Section is organising. · Letter from Lotterywest acknowledging Domenico & Anna Maria Grupi – Balcatta: acquittal of grant funding. 1964 Holden EH Premier Sedan Military: No report. · Various emails from I Baxter re fire hy- Richard De Vine – Wanneroo: 1971 Hol- Model T : John Wood advised that the drant connections. den HG Ute Section will hold its AGM on 3 rd June at · CMC minutes for April meeting Sascha & Cecille Neumann – Armadale: Royal Perth Yatch Club. The Section was · Donation cheque for $10,000 received 1927 Ford Model T Sedan involved in planning the WA leg for the from Vintage Section Nicholas Spencer – Medina:1964 Vauxhall Round the World T Ford tour. The club · Email from Phillip Schudmak re luxury Carmelo & Kylie Italiano – Bedford: 1971 held a reception at Hale Road. tax and our support in relation to submis- Holden Kingswood Station Wagon A week-end run at Margaret River is being sion to 2018 Federal Budget process Peter & Maria Grobler – Esperance: 1964 planned. · Email to and from Branches re 2018 MG MGB Convertible Branch meeting Willem & Sharon Vermeij – Esperance: Mustang & Shelby : Roger Bell advised that the Section run on June 3 rd had been · Various minutes from Branches/Sections No Cars Listed th · Various accounts to Treasurer Brian & Joyce Rawlinson – Esperance: cancelled. On 17 June the AGM will be · Various membership renewals and re- 1990 Jaguar XJ40 Sedan held at the Inne at Mahogany Creek. turned newsletters to Membership Regis- Fil & Antonella Crupi – Osborne Park: Humber Rootes Group : Alan Wegner trar 1968 Holden HK Brougham Sedan advised that the Section will hold its AGM · Various advertisements and exchange Daniel & Gilly Newburry – Nyabing: 1966 at its June meeting. Three cars attended newsletters to the Editor Toyota Stout 1900 Flat Bed Ute Joondalup Seniors day while the Hillman’s Correspondence inwards accepted, and Daren & Kelly Currow – Scaddan: 1978 which travelled to South Australia for a outwards endorsed. Moved Holden HZ P/Van National meet have successfully returned. M Dumitro / seconded Kevin Cochrane 1964 Holden EH Ute Studebaker Section : Kevin Cochrane CARRIED. Jacqui & Steve Nickolai – Bullsbrook: 1988 advised that the Section AGM was held on Mazda 121 Hatchback 12 th May and all existing office bearers Business Arising from the Correspon- Philip & Cynthia Bailey – Byford: 1927 were re-elected. dence: Hudson Sedan,1926 Oldsmobile 1. Matters passed to the Management Coupe,1966 Ford Sedan Parts Shed: Trevor Hooper advised that Committee for attention George & Jenny Gordon – Woodbridge: the fork lift brakes have been repaired and 1977 Holden Premier Sedan,1978 Holden tidying of the yard continues. Treasurer’s Report: Kingswood Sedan Vehicle Registrar: No report. John Heydon spoke on the current ac- Craig MacKinnon – Bunbury: Yet to be counts which were displayed on a board. Purchased Membership Registrar: No report. Moved John Heydon / seconded Peter Steven & Donna Moran – Wungong: ,1975 Library: No report Carter that the report as displayed be re- Mercedes 350 SL Convertible ceived CARRIED Building and Premises Committee: In Moved Aileen Stockdale / seconded Ron the absence of Lyle Metcalf, Nevis Powell the persons listed be accepted as New Members: New members since the Dowding advised that 18 members at- members. CARRIED last meeting are as follows: tended the club busy bee. Tony Hume Kevin Ward - Helena Valley: 1969 Pontiac Club host Stefan Dumitro introduced the drew a Lotto ticket for one of the attendees GTO Coupe,1963 MG B Coupe, following new members attending their first on the day and was won by John Wood. 1978 Jaguar XJS Coupe meeting: Merchandise : Ian Baxter advised that Matthew Saunders – Chittering: 1979 Hol- Grant Menhennett 1966 Mustang, Nick apart from the usual merchandise, he also den HZ 1 Tonner Crupi 1976 Holden LE Coupe, had some used historic sports coats which Gemma Thomasson – Chittering: 1978 George Monaldi 1984 Holden ute and were available for a donation to the club. Holden HZ Kingswood 1984 Holden Statesman, Andrew Beal HQ Early Auto : Geoff Moor advised that for 1 Military workshop Peel Branch Poker run Early Auto, he would like more articles on 2 Albany Classic 27 Busselton Branch ladies lunch member restorations. With regards articles Wagin Rally Parts shed and reports for EA, Geoff asked members Pinjarra Fair 28 VCC General meeting to take photos mainly of club cars and if 3 Mustang Section Run Humber Rootes Section meeting people are included, make sure that their T Ford section AGM 29 Military workshop faces are shown. 4 Studebaker Section meeting Events Coordinator : Geoff Moor ad- Veteran Section meeting 5 York Branch meeting General Business: vised that the Wagin Rally is the next ma- South Eastern Coffee Group jor event followed by the Winter Rally. With Parts shed Fire Hydrant : Ian Baxter advised that a the York Rally, Geoff and Dale Miller will 6 Eastern Goldfields meeting new fire hydrant which is part of the new plan and map out the Course, but Geoff 7 Mid-week run Busselton Branch Restoration/Parts shed project is currently will be away when the event is to be held 8 Military workshop being installed on site. and asked for a volunteer to coordinate the 10 Busselton Branch meeting Out Door Kitchen under patio: Ian Bax- start and finish of the event. The entry Esperance Branch meeting ter advised that the stainless-steel sink form will be in June EA. Peel Branch meeting and general stainless-steel cupboards had General Events Calendar : (Events as 11 Post Vintage meeting been delivered. Screens for around the listed on the Club website) Events are 12 Vintage meeting patio area have been ordered . listed in order to meet requirements of the 13 Mid-week run Wagin Rally: F or those attending Wagin Dept of Transport re concessionally li- Parts shed Rally, Kevin Cochrane advised that a censed vehicles. 14 VCC Management meeting group will meet at Pioneer Village and then May 2018: 15 Military workshop travel to Quindanning for lunch as part of 24 VCC General meeting 17 Winter rally the run to Wagin. Humber Rootes Section meeting Katanning and Districts AGM 26 Busselton Branch Valiant Charger Warren Blackwood Branch meeting Bits & Pieces: club visit Mustang Section AGM 27 Albany event Collie Branch meeting Roger Bell advised that he is looking for 28-3 Genevieve 500 rally 19 Military Section meeting a1913/14 Model T Ford gas 30 Busselton ladies lunch South Eastern Coffee Group headlamp Parts shed 20 Parts shed 22 Military workshop Meeting closed at 9.10pm. June 2018: 24 Albany event

joyed a great Sunday lunch with much laughter and fun had by the group. Taking different routes home we all had a safe homeward journey. Tummies full, home in time for the sec- ond half of the footy. Perfect! A few of our section are off on holidays overseas and we wish them a very safe trip Especially to Dale and Jocelyn who are off to Hawaii with a planned stay on THAT island. Also Pat and Dave again touring Europe and beyond. Future events . Vintage Section Auto Jumble at Dogs West, 1 st July 2018. Volunteers still welcome On Sunday 20-05-2018 we had our Christening Keep those old wheels turning don’t let the cobwebs settle Run, Much to our delight Rod Vogel turned up in his Oily under the peddles and stay safe. Rag 29 Chevrolet Ute. He was able to get it finished in Richard’s stand ins Maurie and Rose. time. It was a Ute that looked like it had been pulled out of a chook yard, and everybody loved it. Also we were lucky to have Tony and Lesley Gibbs bring along their newly acquired 1925 Delage DISS. It did not let them down and looked stunning, as you would expect from Tony Gibbs. We managed to get a variety of 14 cars out on the day, a good turn out as there were a lot of events on in- cluding the British Car Day at Gin Gin. Meeting at the club rooms for a cuppa and a chat, Coral brought beautiful bis- cuits and Joan a lovely cake, we are so lucky to have great cooks in our section. We ambled our way up Kalamunda Hill and to every ones relief we got to the top. We then turned into Mundaring Weir Rd and continued past the Dam. The weather was perfect for a day out and about. We took a nice route to Chidlow, and arrived at the Chidlow Tavern ready for lunch. We were looked after by the staff and en- ticipated. Branch life member Ernie Hunter presented the Busselton winners with their trophy. (See photos). Saturday 26 th May was the charger club visit to Briefs Nannup to join our Nannup members on a sightseeing run to end up at the Moody Cow brewery for lunch. A large The run after the May number braved the wet weather and made the journey, meeting saw 11 cars with with the rain pausing whilst the sightseeing was in duration. 17 members head to the A very enjoyable time was had with talk of repeating the Augusta pub for a mag- weekend again next year. nificent lunch. We had two tables reserved and much chat- The annual Joe Steddy Rally and Xmas in July is ter and enjoyment of the views over the Blackwood River well under way with planning. Xmas dinner will be held at were had by all. Sharps Museum with a cost of $35.00 per head at 12.00 We were asked by the friends of Ludlow to display sharp at 141 Rendezvous rd. Busselton. BYO drinks. The some cars from the early 1920’s. We were able to get 3 Rally will be held prior to the lunch and we will all meet at cars display for their event. Thanks to Russell Chinnery, our club rooms by 9.00am for morning tea and briefing. Ron Halden and Rex Barber for making the effort. Entries close on 12 th July. Reply to Lyn Johnson at john- The May mid-week run was very well attended [email protected] with 19 cars and 1 motorcycle and 36 people enjoying the We welcome new members to our club in Terry non-gravel drive out to Ellensbrook cottage for morning tea and Tara Doyle. We hope to see you at meetings and on and then onto the Beer farm for lunch. Thanks to Jon Bow- runs soon. den for supplying me with a report and some excellent pho- Congratulations go to our members from the John- tos (with all the cars facing the right way for a good photo son family for gaining selection to the finals of the South shot) and for setting the run. th West Small Business Awards for the Evolution Equestrian On Friday 11 May we had a visit from the Ford business. We wish you the best of luck. Model “T” which is being driven around the world by Dirk When an event is happening or has happened, please let and Trudy Regter from Denmark. Afternoon tea was or- the events coordinator know so it can be included in the ganised at the club rooms with local media invited to cover events calendar or reports. the event. Dirk gave us a brief talk on their trials and tribu- lations and told of an unfortunate encounter with a truck Coming Events. which put both vehicles (model “T” and backup Landrover) 27 th June is the ladies lunch at the ship. off the road for two years. We gave a generous donation to July 1 st is Rocker cover racing at Wokalup Tavern. Cars help the cause they are supporting. We had 18 cars dis- and owners to be at the Tavern by 10.00am for practice play for their visit. with racing to start after lunch at 1.00 pm. BYO racer. We celebrated the National Motoring Heritage day Thursday 5 th . July will be our next mid-week run. See in our usual style and also held our annual Heritage rally meeting minutes for details. for the Hunter trophy. A rather disappointing turn out of Saturday 7 th July we have accepted an invitation to display only 11 cars with 9 competing. Third place for the day went at Deja moo at Cowaramup. Cars to depart club rooms at to Paul and Alex Davis in their 1972 falcon XY 4x4 ute with 8.30 am sharp to be at the Cowaramup oval by 9.00am. a loss of 5 points, second was Mike and Kaye Pedretti in Sunday 8 th is our general meeting with a run to Boyanup their 1990 Mazda MX5 with a loss of 3 points and First with a pie or Byo lunch at the park. place went to Steve Collins and Gary Lenton in Steve’s Sunday 15 th . Is the Joe Steddy Rally and Xmas in July. 1978 MGB with a loss of 2 points. Many positive comments See notes above. regarding the drive were made so thank you to all who par- Cheers for now, Bails.

Page 12 Early Auto June 2018 Busselton Branch: (Above) Winners of the Hunter trophy for National Motoring Heritage Day Steve Collins and Gary Lenton with Life member Ernie Hunter and Rally organiser Graham Bailey. Right: Charger run at Nannup over the last weekend in May Below: Around the World in A T visited Busselton

Intrepid World Travellers, Dirk and Trudi Regter in their veteran Model T Ford came through Western Australia. Visits to VCC branches included Esperance, Albany and Busselton before arriving at the Club Rooms at Wattle Grove (pictured below). They then headed north via the Mid West Branch and onto the Northern Territory before leaving for Asia.

June 2018 Early Auto Page 13 Donnybrook Branch visit to Peta & Larry Morgan’s collection: Left —Doug Bishop branch chair and Larry Morgan with Teddy Bear in uniform and a very old uniform

Collie Capers Above —the group who took part at the Collie Rev Head Day Left: Collie’s committee includes John Rexworthy, Chairman; John Piavanni, Vice Chairman; Secretary, Hamish Pipe (on the left) and Treasurer Wayne Millman (on the right).

Katanning and Districts Some of the cars at the Historical Village

Page 14 Early Auto June 2018 DONNYBROOK DRIVINGS Collie Capers

Recently the Donnybrook Branch vis- Our AGM held recently saw a slight ited Peta and Larry Morgan`s home to change in our executive with John Rex- inspect what is known as Policemans worthy now Chairman and John Way. After a career of 37 years in the West Austra- Piavanni Vice Chairman. Our long lian police force local Donnybrook man Larry Mor- standing Secretary retains his position as does our Treasurer Wayne Millman. After the meeting it gan has an abiding passion for collecting police was decided to visit the Collie Art Gallery to view the latest memorabilia from around the world. Larry started exhibition. Bob Turner, one of our members, had several of collecting in 1968, although he says he had always his pieces on display and he uses lots of old machinery been a bit of a collector since 10 years of age. Larry parts in his clever creations. If you are ever in Collie or began by collecting postage stamps and is still an passing through this facility is well worth a visit. To round off the morning it was then back to the clubhouse for a BBQ. avid collector although he says he specializes more We were invited to participate in the Disabled Sports these days. Association annual Rev Heads Day at the Collie Motorplex In 1981 he was given the name of a Californian on Wednesday 9th May. Intellectually and physically im- Highway Patrolman who was a stamp collector and paired people and their carers from around the south west they began exchanging stamps. He also received camp for several nights at the Motorplex and this gives some the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a dual con- from the patrolman a patch from his department, oth- trol vehicle for the first time in their lives. The smiles are ers were to follow, so Larry decided to collect police just amazing and one bloke only wanted to do laps in an patches and so the monster was born. ambulance! Our members also had a great time circulating Larry`s collection leaves you gob smacked around the track with their eager passengers. Besides a when you enter his large shed which is neatly laid number of classic, modern and competition cars there were three burnout vehicles for the participants to choose out and displayed. On entering you do not know from. The local police sergeant in a pursuit car was kept where to begin as his collection contains badges, very bury driving laps with lights and siren on. Also this patches, helmets, hats, banners, flags, replica police past month saw members travel to Boyup Brook for the cars, uniforms and many more items from all around opening of the Blacksmith’s Shop at the museum. the world. This vast collection will have your atten- Coming up on Tuesday 19th June we have a mid- week run for lunch at the Crooked Carrot in Myalup to look tion for hours as there is so much to take in. forward to and then on 1st July we have our annual Rocker The second week in September we are plan- Cover Racing Challenge against the Peel Club in Wo- ning a visit to the VCC’s Parts Shed. kalup. We are busy tuning up our racers and even building Our branch meets the first Sunday of the month new ones so look out Peel! commencing at 10 am at the Donnybrook St John A committee has been formed to begin planning for the Collie Branch 30th Anniversary which will be held in Ambulance Centre. Further information about the March 2019. Details later. club and its activities can be obtained by phoning Until next month, Doug Bishop on 97312998. Roving Reporter Rex Katanning & Districts Run organiser Lloyd Nelson said that weather wise the day could hardly have been worse with gale force Sunday May 6 th saw the winds raising dust storms off dry seeded paddocks & mak- monthly meeting of the club at ing the head wind ascent to the summit of the rock ex- Wagin. Following this, members vis- tremely difficult. ited the Wagin Shire Library and Art Gallery where Gallery Curator Steffie took the visitors on a walk & talk tour of the paintings sourced from the Sir Claude Hotchin Bequest dating back to 1960 & additional works of art sourced from the Woolorama Art Prize since. Following an ad- journment to the iconic Palace Hotel (Built by the Pioneer- ing Durack family who had Large land holdings at Wagin) and then enjoyed quite a sumptuous lunch. To walk this off, members adjourned to local beauty spot Puntapin Rock, known to local Aboriginal tribes for Aeons before settlement of the area which resulted in the 60 acre rock being rock walled to provide Wagin & the Rail- ways with a reliable water supply. Visitors from Boddington Nuts & Bolts Car Club came along & added to the day.

June 2018 Early Auto Page 15 Letter To The Editor Letter To The Editor

My friend Harold Martin Hi Geoff, At coffee this morning someone said that you wanted photos I feel sure our Albany Members know Harold Martin and of cars, not people. I am forwarding a few shots taken at the I expect many would have seen him on TV around An- Busselton Rally at the end of January. zac Day. To see one '61 Pontiac is fairly rare (unless you own one), but Harold is the 102 year old Burma Railway survi- to get two side by side is quite an event. So I was quite vor and he lives in Albany. Some of us know of his war- chuffed to see the second arrive in Busselton, and it made my time story but don’t know that he was almost a founding day. Cheers, Charles Heinrich member of the Mid west Branch of our Club and a very good member for a long time with his wife Molly and daughter Beth. Harold was a Reilley and Douglas man. He shifted to Albany to be near his wartime mate. Har- old was in A Group. The first to be sent to the railway and amongst the last to leave but he didn’t tell us a thing until the Americans came looking for him and his mate and it is an amazing story that I’ll tell you as Har- old told me. After the railway was finished Harold, with 900 others were put on a freighter to go to Japan and work in coal mines. They knew with almost certainty the ship would be sunk as the Americans had control of the sea. Editor’s note: See this photo and the full edition in colour in Harold and some mates managed to smuggle aboard Early Auto on the club website . some timber planks, a bundle of string, some bottles of http://www.veterancarclubofwa.asn.au/early-auto-magazine/ water and a pocket knife. Sure enough, an American sub, the “Pampaneto” put a torpedo in the freighter. Harold and four others swam about, covered in oil, and G.S.T. On Overseas Purchases made a raft of the planks and string. Someone dropped The info below was received by the Treasurer of the Council the pocket knife but the job was almost done. They of Motoring Clubs who has shared if for general information spent five days taking it in turns to get on the raft. Har- old said the water was warmer than it is here. A Jap To all of National Parts Depot’s valued Australian Customers: sub inspected them, then submerged. On the fifth day a We regret to inform you that effective 1 July 2018, NPD will be Yank sub did the same and ran out a machine gun but suspending shipments/purchases to Australia for all orders one of the Yanks yelled out “That fella has got white valued at $1,000 AUD or less. hair”. Harold’s hair was ‘snow’. The sub was the · For orders less than $1,000 AUD – Due to upcoming re- “Pampaneto” checking on what it had done. They also forms (effective 1 July 2018) in Australian Goods and Service took a movie picture and I’ve seen it several times and Tax (GST), NPD will effectively be required to register with you can easily pick Harold out. your Government’s taxing authority, calculate your order in There were not many survivors from the 900 on Australian dollars, and apply and remit such GST directly to that hsip. It was from the survivors that our people the Australian Government. The amount of necessary re- learnt of the sadistic treatment handed out to the prison- coding to our computer systems (both off-line and on-line), as ers. well as the ongoing administrative upkeep and processes, is The “Pampaneto” has now been made a museum too burdensome to justify. Additionally and more importantly, display. Harold and his mate were taken to America by the mere registration we become an offshore tax collector and hold told me that he was able to climb into the bunk for Australia, and are charged with all the rights and obliga- he occupied when rescued. tions of an Australian domestic business. One little part I must tell you. Almost as soon as · For orders in excess of $1,000 AUD – We are hopeful/ they were taken aboard, Harold was told “we are sorry confident that orders of parts exceeding $1,000 AUD will be but our ice- cream machine has broken down”. I can’t possible for us to accommodate. GST, Customs, Duties and tell you all his answer as it was in pure Aussie but he Border Processing Charges will all be applied and charged told them “give me a piece of meat as the biggest bit I directly to you at Customs. have had in four years wouldn’t cover your little finger We regret this decision to suspend service on smaller orders nail.” and hope you can understand our predicament. We under- Harold recently went back to the railway for I think stand that this places an inconvenience on our many loyal his fourth time to see his mates he left up there. I did Australian customers and look forward to a day when hope- hear that be bought another Reilley for his 100th birth- fully we may resume serving all your restoration parts needs, day —did I hear correctly? big or small. Stan Gratte Sincerely, Geraldton Rick Schmidt V.P., C.O.O. National Parts Depot

Page 16 Early Auto June 2018 Code 404 Licencing of vehicle concession was put at risk. To help the continuance of this concessional licensing scheme, please make sure that none of the wording on any The onus for the compliance and operation of a vehicle li- application forms associated with your club are altered. censed under Code 404 does not rest with the club of which the owner is a member, the CMC or the Department of Trans- port (DoT). It rests solely with the owner. Historic Sticker If a owner chooses to drive the vehicle that is not com- pliant with the requirements of the code, which includes me- With the advent of the new Business Rules and therefore the chanical modification as well as not being a financial member current Code 404 handbook it came to the attention of the of a club, then that driver commits an offence of driving an CMC that the current HISTORIC stickers, for use where the unlicensed vehicle. The implications of doing so extend to not fitment of metal identification plates was impracticable, were of being covered by third party insurance and comprehensive incorrect size in relation to the lettering. Letters of 25mm are insurance. Worse than that, if the vehicle was involved in a required for plates and stickers for use on vehicles other than motor vehicle accident where injury or even a fatal injury oc- motorcycles where 15mm is required. curred, without the cover of these insurances the driver could Therefore the current stickers are for use on motorcy- be liable for a ranges of charges that could lead to imprison- cles only. The CMC has placed an order for stickers of 25mm ment. lettering. So, if you are driving a non- compliant vehicle, don’t Those members who already have the old stickers on think you have got away with anything. The implications of their vehicles will be able to obtain the new correct size sticker doing so could be horrendous. One only has to look at what at no cost. The price of the new stickers for future licensing of the courts have done with drivers of unlicensed vehicles being vehicles on Code 404 will remain at $5. The CMC will advise involved in traffic accidents. all clubs when the stickers become available and members The CMC has anecdotal evidence of owners who have should replace the stickers as soon as practicable. Stickers let their membership lapse having been reported to DoT and can be obtained from the Motor Museum of WA and from the have been issued a “Please explain” from DoT. Rest assured CMC Secretary. that the department takes a dim view of members not being HISTORIC plates and stickers identify a vehicle as being on compliant. concession and should be removed when a vehicle is no longer registered under code 404. Just as the WA issued li- Is it Worth It??? cense plates remain the property of the WA government through the Department of Transport, the HISTORIC plates remain the property of the CMC through its member clubs. On another matter, see below a letter that the CMC has sent to all clubs as a result of a member attending a Driver & Vehi- cle Services centre with an altered CMC1 form. Handbook All Member Clubs The CMC was advised on the 14th February by the Depart- There have been a number of comments from clubs and ment of Transport that they had received a CMC1 form from a members that certain portions of the Code 404 handbook CMC member car club in which the wording about modifica- should be changed. This is not an easy thing to do. The Code tions had been crossed out. The owner took it to a licensing 404 handbook was written in conjunction with the DoT internal centre where the licensing attempt was apparently rejected. Business Rules. This came about after a long and protracted The Department of Transport is taking this very seri- negotiation between the CMC and the Policy department of ously and will directly take this up with this car club. DoT. The Department requested us to advise all our member The CMC cannot alter any of the conditions contained clubs that the CMC1, CMC2 and E81 forms (as applicable) in the handbook, only the DoT may amend or review the rules must be completed in their entirety without any alterations to which firstly must update their Business Rules before they the forms or their wording. would approve any changes to the code. Rest assured that The Council of Motoring Clubs WA is also taking this your code 404 delegates are in touch with DoT on all matters very seriously. Our member clubs have over 7000 vehicles on concerning the code including those mentioned above as well the Code 404 concessional license. We represent all of these as the following report owners and note that they would be very unhappy if this type

June 2018 Early Auto Page 17 Bits And Pieces For Sale 2 x Wolseley six sedans 24/80, both good condition 1927 Whippet tourer and running. Open to of- older restoration , fers. Contact Lyn 0427 651 99% completed run- 376 or Dod 9761 1061 eve- ning with plenty of nings. spares asking $14,000. Jaguar MK II 2.4L Manual I also have a soft top for a 1928 Model A tourer , 1966 EMI 370, NSW; Engine 2.4L DOC; Twin brand new with bows, pads and vinyl top still in box $1650. Con- Solex Carbs. Mileage 78500; Gearbox 4 speed 1 reverse Manual. tact: Ian Glass, 0422815365 Later after market A/C unit fitted. Stored since 1983. Engine runs, Clutch and brakes seized, Suite enthusiast. $ 3,600 ono Call 041 1939 Austin Eight. Sadly the time has 330 6086 come when we have to part with our pride and joy. 1939 Austin Eight, owned since 1963. Body off restoration From The Parts Shed Austin A30 body Someone has started to restore the body by David Reid including Engine O/haul. which is in quite good condition. Comes with doors, gearbox and Upholstery to original pattern and new front end which are stored inside the vehicle. Located at the hood by Bruce Swarbrick eight years Parts Shed. Make an offer Contact: Phil Stockdale, Ph: 9252 ago. Always in shed when not in use. 1292 Email: [email protected] Has done aprox 3.000 miles since restoration, good tyres. On Concessional license. A lovely little car for those shorter runs, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire Sedan This was a fully Turns heads and admired by many. Asking price $15,000. Con- restored and operational vehicle however it has now been partly tact Ann or Charles on 08 9242 8193 dismantled and some body components are not with the vehicle, Engine complete with twin carbies. Would make an excellent start 1946 Alvis 2 Door Drop Head Coupe. to a restoration project. Located at the Parts Shed. Make an Very - Rare, has New short motor re- offer Contact: Phil Stockdale, Ph: 9252 1292 Email: papastock- con Radiator - clutch - brakes - tyres - [email protected] upholstery - chrome paint ETC. Li- cenced $ 30,000 ONO Ph Kev 1960’s Wolseley Six Sedan : This vehicle is partly dismantled 0428134758 but six cylinder engine is in place. Would make an excellent start to a restoration project or parts car. Located at the Parts Shed. 1963 Chrysler Newport. 1 off, special Make an offer Contact: Phil Stockdale, Ph: 9252 1292 Email: order car for Chrysler employees only. [email protected] Only 2 usa owners and myself in Aust. 1950 Triumph Renown Sedan This vehicle is partly dismantled It is the only known one in Aust. Have but four cylinder engine is in place. Would make an excellent start original books etc. New w/shop man- to a restoration project or parts car. Located at the Club Parts ual, new parts catalogue. spare set of Shed Make an offer Contact: Phil Stockdale; Ph: 92521292 or tail lights. have just spent lots of $ on new radiator, electronic igni- email: [email protected] tion, brakes, etc etc. All electric windows, seats. 440ci motor. PB auto. 70,000 miles on clock. V/G cond. has been checked by Horizontal cut metal band saw; Large metal lathe; Transmig vvcc for rego. lic. until Nov 2018. Has to go. Asking $35,000 obo. 240 Mig welder. These items are surplus to requirements. Make Allan 0429415877 or email: [email protected] an offer. Contact: David Reid, Ph: 92989033 1968 Austin 1800 Mk II . Fully restored Pallet load of Mercury Vapour Lights These items are surplus with photos and receipts. (Over $16,00 to requirements – were originally obtained for use in the Parts/ spent!) Excellent condition. Private Restoration shed but are now not required. Make an offer. Con- plates and on club licence. $8250.00 or tact: David Reid, Ph: 9298 9033 near offer. More info please phone John on 97322171 or 0407092622 For Sale All States CAV headlight, model “F” . 1974 P6B, Glass cracked, very minor 3500"S" Rover . dents. $450. Phone 95373409; Cameron Green, Mob 0410 992 271, or e-mail: excellent condition [email protected] throughout En- Available Free gine and body Two brand new 8 track stereo cartridges and 4 recorded ones completely refur- from the 1960’s. Free to anyone who has a vehicle and equip- bished in 2000, Receipts to show. ment from that era. Phil Whitehouse, ph Home 92753373 or work original Rover style trim, has had limited use since. always kept 93753902 or 0428190929 undercover. A great club car with lots of appeal. Asking $10,000 Wanted ono Call 0428933100 For the new restoration shed 1984 Mercedes Benz W116 White and Charcoal exterior Tan To equip the new Restoration Shed, the Project Committee is interior and wood grain fitted with sheepskins. Overall good con- looking for an Armature Growler plus AVR (Amp, Volt, Rest) dition . Licensed for 12 months on club concession. Comes with meter. If you can assist, please call Dave Reid on 92989033 a complete car which is drivable and running for spare parts Starts first time every time nothing to spend. $5,000 ONO for Post war Armstrong Siddeley preselector gearbox in working both Phone Brian 0419397605 / 93353916 condition to suit Hurricane, Lancaster, Typhoon or Whitley. Contact Jim Runciman at 9295 4592 0r email at [email protected]

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(Inc), Meetings held on the 4th Thursday in each month (except December) in the Club P O Box 79, Bentley WA 6982 Rooms, 265 Hale Road (Cnr Tonkin Highway), Wattle Grove commencing at 8pm A.B.N. 16 234 602 729 Parts shed & library open most Wed mornings Web Site: www.veterancarclubofwa.asn.au Club room bookings - 9453 2728 CLUB CONTACTS: MODEL T FORD SECTION PRESIDENT —Tony Hume [email protected] Ph: 0457 678 898 Chairman Alan Long [email protected] ph: 0407 773 358 Immediate Past President Peter Carter, 6 Lonnie St, Daglish 6008 Ph: 9388 Secretary John Oldland [email protected] ph: (08) 9291 6254 8996 [email protected] Treasurer: Richard Brisbane -Cohen 14 Trillo Rd, Subiaco 6008 Ph 9381 8279 VICE PRESIDENT Terry Duke Ph: 9293 4349 [email protected] MUSTANG AND SHELBY SECTION Chairman Roger Bell Ph: 9364 2474 SECRETARY Alex Kirkwood Ph: (08) 9419 1654 Secretary’s email: [email protected] Secretary Sally Bell Ph: 9364 2474 (ALL mail to the Club Post Office Box as at top of this page PLEASE) Email: [email protected] TREASURER STUDEBAKER SECTION Mail to: 28 Concorde Drive, High Wycombe. 6057 John Heydon, 23 Melville Beach Rd, Applecross ph: 0409594885 Chairman Jim Wade 94371610/0419 969 783 [email protected] Treasurer’s email: [email protected] Secretary Esther Robertson 0414 723 821 [email protected] CONCESSIONAL LICENCE REGISTRAR David Reid, 205 Bailey Rd, Glen Forrest, 6071 Treasurer Leonie Wade 0419 969 783 [email protected] Email [email protected] ph: (08) 9298 9033 ALBANY BRANCH P.O. Box 307, Albany, 6330 MEMBERSHIP REGISTRAR Club rooms address:- Kitson Road, Gledhow Email [email protected] Aileen Stockdale, 6 Oxley Place, Darlington WA 6070 ph:(08) 9252 1292 Chairman Les Checketts ph: 0403 681 554 SPARE PARTS COORDINATOR Phillip Stockdale ph: (08) 9252 1292 Secretary Jenny Sinclair ph: 9841 2652 Email [email protected] BUILDING AND PREMISES CHAIR Lyle Metcalf ph: 0417 993 631 Treasurer Robert Hickling 220 Mercer Road , Albany 6330 ph: 9844 7476 MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE Lyle Metcalf ph: 0417 993 631 BUSSELTON BRANCH P.O. Box 428, Busselton, 6280 Ian Baxter ph: (08) 9381 6808 Club rooms address: Cnr Queen St and Marine Tce, Busselton Esther Robertson ph: 0414 723 821 Chairperson Stuart Pearson 56 Kwenda Loop, Capel ph 0407 190 846 Geoff Moor (Events Coord) Ph: 0418 929 035 Secretary Russell Chinnery P O Box 428, Busselton 6280 ph 0419 933 620 SECTION REPRESENTATIVES ON MANAGEMENT Email: [email protected] VETERAN John Oldland ph: (08) 9291 6254 Treasurer Ian Ellson ph: 0448 427 950 VINTAGE Bob Beames ph: (08) 9405 8808 CHITTERING BRANCH POST VINTAGE/COMMERCIAL Trevor Hooper ph: (08) 9447 2629 Chairman Roland Thomasson, 19 Hart Dve, Chittering 0431429590 MILITARY Paul Andrews 0416 070 217 MUSTANG SHELBY Roger Bell ph: (08) 9364 2474 Secretary Di Broad 9576 0311 [email protected] T FORD Alex Kirkwood ph: (08) 9419 1654 Treasurer Alvera Gibbs 34 North Ave, Bullsbrook 0488 118 492 HUMBER ROOTES GROUP John Ley ph: 0412 459 629 STUDEBAKER Esther Robertson ph: 0414 723 821 COLLIE BRANCH P.O. Box 379 Collie W.A. 6225 CLUB MEETING HOST Club rooms address: Medic Street, Collie Stefan Dumitro ph: (08) 9277 8319 Chairman John Piavanini, 0418 931 285 [email protected] EARLY AUTO EDITOR Geoff Moor (see inside front cover) Secretary Hamish Pipe 9734 2747 or 0497 156 755 LIBRARIANS Christine and John Howell ph: 9359 1176 email: [email protected] AFFILIATED CLUBS Treasurer Wayne Millman 0408477472 Vintage Motorcycle Club of WA Secretary - Jim Douglas (08) 9401 6763 Buick Owners Club of Western Australia Inc. Bev Nicholson (08) 9405 7451 email: [email protected] Daimler & Lanchester Owners Club of W.A. Tom Saggers (08) 92931915 DONNYBROOK BRANCH South West Veteran Car Club, PO Box 482, Bunbury Chairman Doug Bishop 9731 2998 email: [email protected] DATING OFFICERS Secretary Suzanne Smithers 9731 1395 email: [email protected] Veteran Ray Coyle, 19 Irwin St, Henley Brook ph: (08) 9296 1046 Treasurer Pam Licciardello 9731 0106 email: [email protected] Alex Selley, 5 Tuckey Place, Golden Bay ph: (08) 9537 3409 EASTERN GOLDFIELDS BRANCH Vintage Philip Stockdale, 6 Oxley Pl, Darlington ph: (08) 9252 1292 Club Rooms address: 13 Whitlock Street Kalgoorlie Post Vintage John McLean 30 Addison Way, Warwick ph: (08) 9448 2120 Chairman Graham Duncan 190 Cheetham St, Kalgoorlie6430 ph Military Norm Chester 3 Myrtle Street Walliston ph: (08) 9291 6767 0428853882 FIRST LICENCE VEHICLE EXAMINERS Secretary Garth Irvin 84 Davis St, Boulder 6432 Murray Lizatovich ph: (08) 9299 6774 Rick Beazley ph: (08) 9419 3149 Ph 0418 901 850 [email protected] David Reid —email: [email protected] ph: (08) 9298 9033 Treasurer Geoff Paynter P O Box 870 Kalgoorlie 6430 ph: 9021 5712 John McLean ph: (08) 9249 9457 ESPERANCE BRANCH PO Box 2409, Esperance 6450 Glenn Hodda ph: (08) 9537 7052 Branch Email Address: [email protected] Philip Stockdale ph: (08) 9252 1292 Chairman Norm Hanks 0427444125 VEHICLE SCRUTINEERS email: [email protected] Albany Les Checketts —Scrutineer ph: 0403 681 554 Vice Chair Kim Seinor 0412 072 642 David Kinnear —Authenticity officer ph: (08) 9841 3303 Graham Wright —Authenticity officer ph: 0427 907 769 Secretary Merle Hanks 0427444120 Warren Blackwood Alan Duns, Jim Harkins, Fred Doust —no contacts provided [email protected] COUNCIL MOTORING CLUBS REPRESENTATIVES Treasurer Judy Shaw 0427715180 Geoff Moor ph: (08) 0418 929 035 ; Esther Robertson ph:(08) 9454 5826 KATANNING & DISTRICTS BRANCH Postal: 6 cliff St Katanning WA 6317 CLUB ROOM BOOKING AGENT ph: (08)9453 2728 Chairman Alex Stevenson 47 Adam St, Katanning 6317 Ph 9821 8573 WEBMASTER Secretary Peter Willis Email: [email protected] 9821 5778 John Oldland [email protected] ph: (08) 9291 6254 Treasurer Garry Griffiths Email: [email protected] SECTION AND BRANCH CONTACTS: MIDWEST BRANCH P.O. Box 1900 Geraldton 6531 VETERAN SECTION Section Rooms, Wireless Hill, Applecross Chairman Mark Hatch P.O. Box 975 , Geraldton 6531 ph: 99251016 Chairman Linton Sharp [email protected] Ph: 9242 4541 email : [email protected] Secretary Bob Henley 6 Carob Tree Place, Lesmurdie, 6076 Ph: 9291 7272 Secretary Margaret Hatch 0438 051 016 email: [email protected] Treasurer Nevis Dowding 40 Wandarrie Avenue, Yokine, 6060 Ph: 9275 8994 VINTAGE SECTION Treasurer Mike Marsh Ph: 9938 1150 email: [email protected] Chairman Rod Vogel mobile 0456020002. email: [email protected] PEEL BRANCH P.O. Box 31, Mandurah, 6210 Secretary Lesley Gibbs 21 Bellevue Tce, Fremantle Ph: 6420 2535, 0478 599 563 Chairman David Munro E. [email protected] 0419 946 787 Treasurer Richard Whitehead 9 Anglesea St, East Victoria Park Ph: 9361 1258 Secretary Dianne McIntosh E: [email protected] 9582 8846 0402002469 Treasurer Jamie Easton E: [email protected] 0405 246 409 POST VINTAGE SECTION Chairman Geoff Ellis [email protected] WARREN/BLACKWOOD BRANCH P0 Box 21 Manjimup WA 6258 Secretary Greg Ricket [email protected] 0438861954 Chairman David Savage email david. [email protected] phone 97772903 Treasurer Chris Rogers 1/5 Haig St, Ashfield 6054 0407969402 Secretary Deb Weston email [email protected] ph: 0428464043 HUMBER & ROOTES GROUP SECTION Treasurer John Jonker 0439411351 email: [email protected] Chairman Alan Wegner Ph: 93104432; Mob: 0400443152 email: [email protected] YORK BRANCH P O Box 326 York WA 6302 Deputy Chairman Darryl Ferguson Ph: 9378 9260 [email protected] Chairperson Gary Byfield 9641 1741; 0414 885 338 e: [email protected] Secretary Terrance Chin [email protected] Secretary Regina Michel-Huessy 9643 1074 e: [email protected] Treasurer Gary Slater 9641 2806 [email protected] Treasurer Leo Pendergrast 0439 331 246 e: [email protected] MILITARY SECTION Change of Mailing Address and Chairman Bob Wise [email protected] Secretary Murray Connell [email protected] non-delivery of Early Auto —contact: Treasurer Tony Arrigo [email protected] Aileen Stockdale 6 Oxley Place, Darlington WA 6070 ph: (08) 9252 1292 Email: [email protected] June 2018 Early Auto Page 19 The 120 th Anniversary of the Paris Exposition of Automobiles

The Model No.1 vis-a-vis Peugeot featured in Early Auto last month was one of the exhibits at the Horseless Carriage Exhibition of 1895. This exhi- bition is claimed to be the first exhibition of horseless carriages ever held in Great Britain. The centenary of this exhibition was marked by an im- promptu show on the day in Tunbridge Wells comprising a de Dion Bou- ton , Panhard et Levassor and Peugeot Car No. 133. There was no Gladia- tor to complete the representation of the 1895 exhibits. In 1896 from May 9 to August 8 the Imperial Institute held an International Exhibition of Motors featuring Horseless Carriages, Self- propelled Cycles including motor vans and the famous Monte Carlo Or- chestra! More than a year later a small band of representatives from the French automobile industry put together a very modest exhibition of auto- mobiles including a tricycle in conjunction with the Salon du Cycle at Wagram in December 1897. In 1898 the Automobile Club de France organised the first Automobile Exhibition in France. The premier Exposition d’Automo- biles was held at the Jardin des Tuileries from the 15 th June to 3 rd July 1898. At the top of a list of more than 238 exhibitors was de Dion Bouton. Fittingly this year’s Paris Motor Show will be celebrating the 120 th anniversary of that first exhibition. Peugeot and Michelin are the only firms to have survived. The No.1 exhibitor from 1898 is no longer around but the once great name of de Dion Bouton will be represented by the greatest automobile empire of all time, Renault. It was in September 1898 the connection between de Dion Bouton and Louis Renault first appears with the latter making a payment to de Dion Bouton. And soon after on 24 December 1898 Louis Renault climbs rue Lepic in Montmartre in the car he fitted with the de Dion Bouton motor purchased from de Dion Bouton . Without the reliability of the 1¾ horse power air cooled motor made by de Dion Bouton the Empire created by Louis may have been entirely different as it was Fernand and Marcel who seized the commercial opportunities at the time that arose out of the little brother’s latest invention. Renault frères came into existence on 25 February 1899. In March 1899 the newly created Renault frères held six deposits for the construction of the Type A. On 13 July 1899 Ren- ault frères presented the first Renault to the Ministry of Public Works. Following examination of la voiturette No . 29 the Ministere Travaux Publics stamped the paperwork tendered by Renault frères to signify the Type A satisfied the prescribed articles. The first Type A had arrived and was soon delivered to the first cus- tomer. In March 1929 Louis Renault donated a Type A to the Republic of France. There is the telling early account of Louis being observed by Marcel scraping off the de Dion Bouton trade mark on the crank- case. In response to being asked by his brother what he was up to, Louis is claimed to have responded by saying that he was construct- ing a Renault and had no intention of providing any publicity for Count de Dion , before going on to explain that he had paid cash for the motor and it was his! The significance of this account is that it is in part true but happened long after 1903 and much nearer the time of the actual donation with Louis instructing someone else to remove the de Dion Bouton mark so as not to remind anyone of his and then Renault frères’ reliance in the beginning on de Dion Bouton. The Type A donated is the only known 1899 Type A in existence, is largely intact and is on display at Musee National de La Voiture et du Tourisme in the Chateau de Compiegne .

Rodney C Anderson

Photos: Top —The publicity for the Exhibition Centre —The Type A at Porte de Versailles in February 2018. Right —The Peugeot Model No. 1 in October 1895 ENTRY FORM 31st YORK RALLY —Saturday August 25 & Sunday August 26 2018 Conducted by the Veteran Car Club of W.A. Inc A Highly Competitive Rally for the Strong Hearted and if you believe that, you’ll believe anything

Entry Fee : $20.00 incl GST (Late fee if room available for entry $27.50) Entries close 10 August 2018 Entry Fee covers two people ONLY and includes start snack and morning tea. Additional people at $9.00 per head to cover morning tea costs. Entry fee with application Entries to 5 Heather Rd, Roleystone WA 6111 No Phone Entries. Enquiries to Geoff Moor 9397 5515. PRINT DETAILS IN BLOCK LETTERS PLEASE —no running writing —prize for neatest entry !!!!

ENTRANT (If you wish more than one name or another name on the rally completion certificate, please put them below) Name (s) for certificate

ADDRESS

EMAIL ADDRESS @ This is important if you have one (PLEASE PRINT IT CLEARLY!)

Phone No Year & Make of Vehicle

Vehicle Licence No Roadworthiness Certificate No if applicable

Club/Section/Branch through which vehicle registered:

CLASS : Veteran Vintage ‘30’s ‘40’s ‘50’s ‘60’s ‘70’s ‘80s M/cycle Commercial Military Other

SPEED : 50KPH 60KPH Please circle appropriate Class & Speed —for the timed section only.

Number of people on rally (needed to cater for morning teas etc) If you have extra people coming then please add the additional cost to your entry fee. If you would like them to get a completion certificate, then please advise their names —print them out and attach to this form. NOTE : We are NOT booking accommodation. Please make your own arrangements. Geoff Moor won’t be on the run this year—he’ll be in Scotland— but he will be helping plan the event. Dale Miller will be on hand once again and Deputy Daryl has put his hand up to help out.

Starting point will be at the club rooms with the usual coffee/tea and toast. Morning tea and lunch stops will be en route. Breakfast snack at start and morning tea is included in your entry fee. We will advise you regarding availability etc of lunch. There will be a competitive section at the usual high level of complexity and finesse that one has come to expect from the annual York Rally. If that fails we will draw names out of the hat.

The finish will naturally be in York. There will be a prize for the best attired person (s) in attire appropriate to the age of their vehicle . Saturday evening will be a dinner at a venue yet to be confirmed. First in Best dressed. Cost and venue of the evening meal will be advised but will try to keep it around the $40.00 per head mark. Don’t send money yet. Just send in your entry form and entry fee —will get your dinner money later.

SUNDAY —participants are asked to take part in the York Branch annual Motor Show. The Branch has moved the date so that it is on the same weekend as the Rally. Details in Early Auto

TAKE A COPY OF THIS ENTRY FORM AND KEEP IT FOR YOUR RECORD OF ENTRY .

ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND DECLARATION OF INDEMNITY I understand that my participation in this rally event may expose me, my property, my reserve driver and passengers, if any, to risk of death, personal injury, loss or damage, which risks may or may not be foreseeable, and I hereby voluntarily assume all such risks as a condition of my application to participate. I have read the Constitution and the Rally Rules of the Veteran Car Club of WA Inc. In consideration for my being allowed to partici- pate in this rally event, I hereby agree to be bound by the said Constitution and Rally Rules, and I further agree to save harmless and keep indemnified the rally event organisers, promoters and all club members, along with their respective officials, servants, agents and representatives, from and against all actions, claims, costs, expenses and demands of any kind, in respect of death, personal injury, loss or dam-age to me, my property, my reserve driver of passengers, however caused, that arise or are alleged to arise out of or in connection with my entry or participation in the rally event, except insofar as such actions, claims, costs expenses and demands are covered by an Insurance Policy with the State Government Insurance Commission or some other insurance company. I understand all monies shall be refunded should my application be denied. I declare that my vehicle is currently licensed and roadworthy, and that I hold the appropriate driver’s licence.

Signed……………………………………………………………………...… Date……………………………………….. Veteran Car Club Of W.A. (Inc)

FOUNDED IN 1958

YORK BRANCH

YORK MOTOR SHOW SUNDAY 26 AUGUST 2018

Members are invited to bring their vehicles (i.e cars, motorbikes, vintage trucks and tractors) to York for display at the York Motor Show 2018. Please note the change of the date to August.

Time: 10.00am to 3.00pm

Display Areas: Avon Park & Lowe Street in the CBD Limited Parking also in Main Street (Avon Tce) Entry: Free of charge

Please arrive about half an hour early so that our marshals may direct you to your display area.

Please send your application forms to us by Friday 17 th August that we can plan the parking (display areas).

Send to: Regina Michel-Huessy, Secretary, Email: [email protected]

or PO Box 382, York WA 6302

Enquiries: Email: [email protected]

Leo Pendergrast Mob: 0439 331 246 Gary Byfield Mob: 0414 885 338 Graeme Murray Mob 0417 944 378 YORK MOTOR SHOW SUNDAY, 26 August 2018

Organised by the York Branch of the Veteran Car Club of WA (Inc)

Entry Fee – Free of Charge

PERSONAL DETAILS:

Entrant’s Name: Mobile /Phone No:

Address:

Email: Fax No:

VEHICLE DETAILS: CLUB:

Make and Model:

Year: Vehicle Registration:

ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND DECLARATION OF INDEMNITY. I understand that my participation in this event may expose myself, my property, my reserve driver and passengers, if any, to risk of death, personal injury, loss or damage, which risk may or may not be foreseeable, and I hereby voluntarily assume all such risks as a condition of my participation.

In consideration for my being allowed to participate in this event, I further agree to save harmless and keep indemnified the event organisers, promoters and all club members, along with their respective officials, servants, agents and repre- sentatives, from and against all actions, claims, costs, expenses and demands of any kind, in respect of death, personal injury, loss or damage to myself, my property, my reserve driver or passengers, however caused, that arise or are al- leged to arise out of, or in connection with my entry or participation in this event, except insofar as such actions, claim, costs, expenses and demands are covered by an Insurance Policy with the State Government Insurance Commission or some other insurance company.

I declare that my vehicle is currently licensed and roadworthy and that I hold the appropriate drivers licence .

Signature of Entrant: Date:

Send to: Regina Michel-Huessy, Secretary, Email: [email protected] or Po Box 382, York WA 6302 Full details on back cover