Allard J2X Mkii Makes Entry in UK & EU
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ALLARD MOTOR WORKS Vol. 9 - Winter, 2011 NEWSLETTER Allard J2X MkII Makes Entry in UK & EU Going Global On November 10, 2010, the MSC Diego pulled alongside the will be configured to meet UK and EU standards, to include Liverpool dock, for what was to be a historic benchmark for the rear fog light, rear license plate brackets, head rests and new Allard J2X MkII. This event signaled Allard Motor Works’ an anti-theft device. “I am delighted to see the new Allard entry into the UK and EU markets and the establishment of a this side of the pond,” commented Phil Dunmore. “The high new distribution agreement for the area. Now in the capable level of fit and finish, combined with all of the performance hands of Premium Classic Cars (PCC), the exclusive importer components you would ever want in this type of sports car, for the UK and the EU, the new roadster was hurriedly trans- is sure to be a winner here.” ported to the Birmingham Auto Show for display. PCC manag- European and UK enthusiasts saw a first-hand look at ing director, Phil Dunmore was delighted with the response, the J2X MkII on the popular UK TV show, Fifth Gear. The particularly the surprised look on enthusiasts faces recogniz- show’s co-hostess, Vicki Butler-Henderson left no doubt in ing that the iconic Allard J2X had returned to its homeland anyone’s mind that the new J2X is much more than a sexy with a new skin and modern performance components. The car. Her laps on the Anglesey track in Wales were punctu- BRG Corvette-powered Allard later followed the show circuit ated throughout the feature with howls of laughter as she to Stuggart, where it received the accolades of thousands of drifted around the hairpin turns of the circuit. (see Page 6) classic car fans. The J2X MkII, currently available for demon- For more information on the UK/EU version of the new Al- stration rides by potential customers and media. New orders lard, contact PCC at www.premiumclassiccars.com www.allardj2x.com • [email protected] Page 1 ALLARD MOTOR WORKS BREAKTHROUGH IN CHINA This is not the first delivery of an Allard in the Orient, but in 2011, the People’s Republic of China will see their first Al- lard J2X MkII on its shores. The new AMW Allard J2X MkII left the US West Coast in a spe- cially-equipped Boe- ing 747 cargo aircraft. Imported by Jimmer’s Classic Collectibles of Shanghai (Jimmer’s). This new Allard road- ster is a stunning Pontevecchio Bor- deaux (a Maserati co- lour) and is powered by a 5.7L Chrysler Hemi V8. The optional full-width windshield, heater, fog lights, cat- alytic converters and tan leather interior round portunity to make a strong statement in the community.” out the offerings of this stunning show car. With a sales and service facility in Shanghai, Jimmer’s Classic Company President & CEO, Keith Lomason Collectibles will target marketing acitvities throughout China. “The (formerly Magna International’s head of China J2X MkII will play very well in the Chinese niche market,” adds Mr. operations) states that “The arrival of the new Lomason. “In a market where there is an abundance of traditional Allard J2X MkII breaks new ground in China. luxury cars, such as Bentley, Rolls and Ferrari, the new Allard will It provides this market with an exclusive low- provide a unique and distinctive offering.” Jimmer’s new web site production hand-built retro vehicle that has a provides potential buyers with detailed information, in Mandarin lot of appeal for Chinese car collectors and afi- and English. The site features a number of recent videos, a full cionados. The timing is ideal, as this market is gallery of photos and related information. booming and the Allard provides a unique op- www.jimmerscollections.com Chinese Auto Market Capsule • high-end luxury cars - 2010 - 727,000 - 2011 - 910,000 • best selling models - Toyota Corolla, Buick Excelle and VW Bora and - 2012 - 1,600,000 Chevrolet Cruze • most popular Aston Martin colour - orange • number of motor vehicles in China - 99 million cars, 102 million motocycles • GM sold 2 million cars in China in 2010 • automobiles added in first 6 months of 2011 - 7.6 million • Lamborghini sales - 2009 - 80 • number of automobiles in Beijing - 4.6 million - 2010 - 200 • China is the world’s largest automaker (as of 2009) • Ten Lamborghini Murcielago LP 67-4 Super • import of used cars - not allowed Veloce priced at $1.4 million sold within 10 • import of a new car comes with a major tax burden days of their debut in China. • Ferraris in China - 1,000; • Audi 2010 sales = 220,000; 2011 = 300,000 ALLARD MOTOR WORKS Global Exposure PLAISIRSDEVIVRE.INFO VOLUME 22 N° 1 MARS, AVRIL MARCH, APRIL 5,50 $ 5,50 $ 2011 PLAISIRS DEVIVRE LIVING WITHSTYLE MARS, AVRIL 2011 Virage i klasse med CL 65 AMG | Bildekavalkade fra bilmessen i Genève MARCH, APRIL 2011 G 8 AN RG | Å 11 . MARS 20 | 5 9 J’ACHÈTE ! MOTORNR. THE URGE VOLUME 22 TO SPLURGE N° 1 WITHSTYLE 5,50 $ LIVING PLAISIRSDEVIVRE.INFO DEVIVRE PLAISIRS FOTO: JYTTE NIELSEN JYTTE FOTO: kjulte PM-40014618 PM-40014618 S OBJECTS OF DESIRE OBJECTS OF DESIRE ALLARD Limitierter Allard J2X MkII aus Kanada Der Allard ist ein moderner, limitierter Technische Details: Höchstgeschwindigkeit: und handgefertigter Sportwagen. 240 km/h, Von 0-100 km/h: 4,2krefter Sek. Nye Allard J2X MkII ser ut som en oppblåst Angelehnt an das Design britischer Gewicht: 1.250 Kg, Verteilung: 50:50. TEST: Sportwagen der 50er Jahre bietet der Verbrauch auf 100 km: Stadt: ca. 17,6 l, Allard sowohl Sicherheit als auch Land: ca. 11,6 l. Tankinhalt: 76 l. Freude am Fahren. Der bärenstarke padde, men tar deg fra 0-97 km/t på 3,5 sekunder. 5,7 l V8 (350 PS) Motor garantiert ein Rufen Sie unter der +49 (0)7021 72 55 einzigartiges Fahrerlebnis auf der 895 den DARIO‘S 24/7 Concierge- Strasse oder auf der Rennstrecke. Das Service an und registrieren Sie sich für hochwertige Leder, das Mahagoni Ihren € 2.000,– Warengutschein, den Interieur wie auch der polierte Edelstahl Sie nach Kauf dieses Produkts von uns vermitteln den zeitlosen Luxus dieses erhalten. Ihre Daten werden an Allard Roadsters. Die anpassbaren Schalensit- weitergeleitet, die Sie für alle weiteren ze garantieren hohen Sitzkomfort und Details kontaktieren werden. das langgestreckte Cockpit gewährt seinem Fahrer und Beifahrer gute Beinfreiheit. REF. XXXXX • ab € 105.000,– 88 89 ALLARD MOTOR WORKS B r i a n R e d m a n : New Entry in Hall of Fame On April 14th, legendary race car driver, Brian Redman, was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame. At the induction ceremony, the veteran racer was presented by the founder of the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, Bill Warner. The induction of Brian Redman is well-deserved as he has been a long-time consistent competitive racer in many categories of performance racing. His accomplishments on the track are stellar: • four International Championship of Makes titles (1968, 1969, 1970 and 1972) • three-straight F5000 Championships (’74, ’75, ’76) • 1998 IMSA GTP Championship • 1st - Targa Florio (1970) • 1st – 24-Hours of Daytona (’70, ’76, ’81) • 1st – Nurburgring 1000 km (’69, ’73) • 1st – Spa 1,000 km (’68, ’69, ’70, ’72) • 1st – 12-Hours of Sebring (’75, ’78) st Former Allard Motor Company engineer, David Hooper • 1 – IMSA GTP - Miami GP ’84 and Road Atlanta ‘85 and Brian Redman at Amelia Island Concours. Redman has the distinction of successfully racing on many tracks, in many racing series and types of cars. He competed in Formula racing, open-wheelers, Can-AM, IMSA and FIA. He drove for a number of factory teams, such as Aston-Martin, BMW, Ferrari, Ford, Jaguar and Porsche. Despite three major accidents in his career (Belgian GP, Sicily and Montreal), the 74-year old Redman still competes in a half-dozen vintage races per year. In 2009, the veteran driver took a British Racing Green, Hemi-powered Allard J2X MkII to the track for the VRG-sponsored Jefferson 500 vintage race weekend. The event’s Honorary Chairman did pace & safety car duties for the weekend with the J2X MkII, accompanied by Allard Motor Works’ founder, Roger Allard, doing radio control duties for the start of each event. “What a delight to drive,” commented Redman at the wheel of the new roadster. “It’s tight, responsive, well balance and has torque to spare. Well done Roger!” ALLARD MOTOR WORKS Brian REdman: Profile Brian Redman’s racing career began in 1959 at the age of 22 behind the wheel of a Morris 1000 Traveller Woody! From these humble beginings, the young Brit did not waste much time moving up the ladder to- wards the top step of many podiums thereafter. His talent and tenacity was soon rec- Morris 1000 Traveller Woody ognized and rewarded with more ‘dignified’ mounts. Today, few drivers can claim to have successfully run as many marques and types of races as Brian. Brian Redman in his airbourne Porsche 908/3 Redman was very successful in sportscar racing and the World Sportscar Championship, winning the 1970 Targa Florio with a Porsche 908/3 and the 12 Hours of Sebring twice- in 1975 with a BMW Coupé and in 1978 with a Porsche 935. He was for many years associated with the Chevron marque. Redman drove for Shadow Racing Cars both in CanAm and in Formula One. He also raced in McLarens, Coopers and Alfa Ro- meo cars. He dominated North American Formula 5000 racing in the mid-1970s winning the SCCA/USAC Formula 5000 Champi- onship three years in a row (1974–1976) driving Lolas.