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March /April 2019 Volume 50, Issue 2

Classical Gas

2 | Classical Gas March | April 2019

CRUISING, NOT STREAMING

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Classical Gas | 3 March | April 2019

CRUISING, NOT STREAMING

Vehicle make and model names and logos are property of their respective owners and their inclusion does not apply sponsorship of or affiliation with Hagerty or any of its products or services. Hagerty Insurance Agency, LLC, (HIA) determines final risk acceptance. Purchase of insurance through HIA is not required to receive optional products or services through Hagerty Drivers Club, The Shop, or DriveShare. Hagerty, the Steering Wheel Logo, HAGERTY FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE CARS and THE SHOP ASSEMBLED BY HAGERTY are registered or common law trademarks of The Hagerty Group, LLC ©2019

About ClAssiCAl GAs

Classical Gas is the official magazine of CXKJR/CCMGC, and is

published bi-monthly. All articles, technical tips,

offerings and opinions seen in Classical Gas are for your enjoyment

and edification. The executive, authors, editors and publishers cannot be held

responsible for errors, omissions or misinterpretation of content.

Advertisements are not endorsements. As always, please use your own

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and photographs are all gladly welcomed. Please contact

Senior Editor Jennifer Orum at [email protected] for details.

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Monthly Club Membership MeetingsOur club meetings take place at 7:30 pm at the Burnaby Lake Clubhouse

3760 Sperling Avenue (foot of Sprott at Sperling) normally on the second Tuesday of each month.

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On The CoverCCMGC member Rod Maides' 1973 MGB roadster

close to Seton Lake near Lillooet. Photo by Rod Maides.

In This Issue...Calendar of Events 5

Board Members & Club Contacts 6

JCNA & MG News 7

Once Upon A Time [Ian Newby] 9

Vancouver Auto Show 11

Beatles Night [Bob Sherman] 12

50th Anniversary Event Schedule 14

Easter Bunny Rally; Drive Your MG-Jaguar Day; Robson Park Meeting; MASH Bash; Car Badges; Golf Shirts; Jag Richmond Discount 15

Heritage 2019 Schedule 17

Mike Powley Collectibles Night 18

Club Website & Facebook 19

Whimper Wonderland Quiz Answers [Judy & Tony Cox]; Fathers Day Picnic 21

Octagon Open House [Joe Carroll] 22

CXKJR/CCMGC Club Advisor List 24

2018 Classical Gas Awards 25

Last Word: St. Georges Show; VanDusen ABFM; BritsBest; BC Highland Games; Kid in Car 26


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Easter Bunny Rally * [see page 15]

April 27Tulip Rallye

[see page 7]

April 28LAMB St. Georges Show

[see page 26]

May May 4

Drive Your MG or Jaguar Day *[see page 15]

May 14Club Meeting at Robson Park,

Kingsway *[see page 15]

May 18All British Field Meet

CXKJR/CCMGC Display *VanDusen Botanical Garden

[see page 26]

May 19All-British Vancouver Whistler Run

[see page 26]

JuneJune 14 & 15

BC Highland Games & British Car Show

[see page 26]

June 14 - 16 Brits Best ClassicsCalgary MG Club

[see page 26]

June 16 Fathers Day Picnic *

[see page 21]

June 22MASH Bash: Re-creation

of 1991 Presidents; Run *[see page 15]

June 23 – 26NAMGBR’s MG2019

Traverse City, MI

JulyJuly [date tba]

Twilight Drive-In Movie Night *

July 10 – 14NAMGAR’s GT-44Dubuque, Iowa

July 13BC Collector Car Appreciation

Run *With Seattle Jaguar & MG Clubs

& Mt. Baker MG Club

July 20 Western Washington All British Field Meet

July 25 – 28MG Rendezvous 2019

Grande Ronde, OR

July 26 – 28Jaguars on the Island

JCNA Concours & SlalomVictoria

AugustAugust 3

Jaguars on the GreenTacoma

August 9 – 11BC Historic Motor Races

Aug 12 – 16GoF West

Prescott, AZ

Aug 23 – 2550th Anniversary Heritage

Classic *Returns to its Roots in

South Surrey/White Rock

Aug 31Crescent Beach Concours

SeptemberSept (dates tba)Presidents’ Run *

9 days over 2 weekends to locations of previous Presidents’ Runs

Sept 7 & 8Jaguar Owners Club of Oregon

JCNA Concours & Slalom

Sept 29LAMB Autojumble

NovemberNov 3

Kruise for Kids

Nov 3London to Brighton Run

Nov 12CXKJR/CCMGC AGM &

Elections *

DecemberDec 10

CXKJR/CCMGC Annual Awards & Potluck *

Dec 31New Years Party at the Newbys *

2019 goes out with a bang Firing of the Howitzer at Midnight

CXKJR/CCMGC Events are indicated by an (*) and bolded.

2019 General Membership Meetings:May 14, Jun 11, Jul 9,

Aug 13, Sept 10, Oct 8, Nov 12, Dec 10.

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NEWS FLASH!Heritage 2019 is being held August 23 to 25 and celebrates

the Club’s 50th Anniversary by returning to its original location in South Surrey/White Rock. This year, there are two Heritage registration forms: one for MG & Jaguar Display and the other

for the JCNA Concours. The registration forms are on the CXKJR/CCMGC website www.jaguarmg.com and printed copies will be

inserted in the May June Classical Gas.

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IMPORTANT CXKJR/CCMGC CONTACTS Jaguar President [email protected]

Ian Newby 604-618-2537

MG President [email protected] Doreen Newby 604-985 -4020

Jaguar Vice-President [email protected] Malcolm Reith 778-987-5858

MG Vice-President [email protected] Mike McChesney 604-316-1175

Jaguar Past President [email protected] Timothy Horton 604-922-1856

MG Past President [email protected] Chris Down 604-599-5060

Treasurer [email protected] Allen Brown 604-264-0930

Secretary [email protected] Ruth Schmidt 604-599-5060

Trustee [email protected] Troy Bell 604-613-8897

Trustee [email protected] Joe Carroll 604-988-2497

Trustee [email protected] John Morse 604-594-8992

Trustee [email protected] Ian Newby 604-618-2537

Trustee [email protected] Jerry Parkhill 604-794-3652

Membership & Club Roster [email protected] Norm & Diane Stanley 604-418-9712

NAMGAR Chapter Coordinators [email protected] Peter & Anne Tilbury 604-535-0648

JCNA Concours Chair [email protected] Tom Doyle 604-892-4890

JCNA Chief Judge [email protected] Les Garbutt 604-266-9086

Slalom Master [email protected] John Morse 604-594-8992

JCNA Director, NW Region [email protected] Carole Borgens 604-514-8414

Classical Gas Senior Editor [email protected] Jennifer Orum 604-880-7598

Classical Gas Technical Editor [email protected] Joe Carroll 604-988-2497

Classical Gas Ad Manager [vacant]

Classical Gas Distribution [email protected] Rhonda Gale 604-521-3021

Little Classical Gas Editor & Marketplace Allan Lawrence [email protected] 604-937-0439

A/V Production Editor [email protected] Vito Donatiello 604-980-0457

Website Administrator [email protected] Mike Harford 604-464-2212


MORE JCNA NEWSLETTER AWARDS!Each year JCNA presents Newsletter Awards in six categories: Photography, Event Reports, Heritage, Travel, Technical and Jaguar Life. In the years 2006 to 2017, CXKJR members have won twenty-three times for photos and articles in Classical Gas. It is interesting to note that there are over sixty JCNA clubs with newsletters, so this is not a minor accomplishment. The 2018 JCNA Newsletter Awards have just been announced and CXKJR member Les Garbutt won 1st place in the Jaguar Life category for his article “Born to be Wild” in the January February 2018 issue and 2nd place in the Events category for his “I-Pace First Drive” in the November December issue. Allan Lawrence won a 2nd place for his Technical article “Life is Like a Box of Chocolates” in the January February issue.

MAY 21: JCNA CONCOURS JUDGE TRAININGChief Judge Les Garbutt is looking for CXKJR members to join the judging team at the August 24 Heritage JCNA Concours. Why not come out to the JCNA Judges Workshop 7:00 pm, Tuesday, May 21 at the Burnaby Central Railway station to learn about JCNA judging? The Burnaby Central Railway is located at 120 North Willingdon Avenue, on the corner of Willingdon Avenue and Penzance Drive in Burnaby – four blocks north of Hastings. The gate is about 200 feet east of Willingdon on the north side of Penzance. Those who have served as Judges before are reminded to bring along your Judging Guides. For further information, contact Les at 604-266-9086 or [email protected].

JULY 26 – 28: JAGUARS ON THE ISLAND JAGUAR CAR CLUB OF VICTORIAA good contingent of CXKJR members attend this popular event each year. The weekend will include a Friday Welcome Reception at the Hotel Grand Pacific, the Saturday JCNA Concours and Jaguar Car Show at Windsor Park and the Awards Dinner at the Hotel, and on Sunday, the Picturesque City Prowl, a Brunch at the Royal Colwood Golf Club and a JCNA Slalom at Western Speedway. This year’s Featured Model is the Series I-III XJ6 and V12. For further details, see www.vijaguars.ca or contact JOTI Chair Telse Wokersien at 250-885-7391. Accommodations: Oak Bay Beach Hotel: www.oakbaybeachhotel.com or call the hotel at 800-668-7758 and quote rate code JAGUAR; Hotel Grand Pacific: www.hotelgrandpacific.com and call 800-663-7550 quoting JUL19JAGUAR; Comfort Inn & Suites: 250-382-4400, quoting Jaguar Car Club.

APRIL 27: TULIP RALLYEThe MG Car Club Northwest Centre (Seattle) is holding this 38th annual event in the Skagit Valley, with a start and finish at the Cascade Mall in Burlington. Open to all makes of cars, this is a fun gimmick rally where questions take the place of time/distance checkpoints. Participation has grown to include as many as 300 cars from 30 clubs from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, & BC. Cost is $15 US/CDN per car with pre-registration and $20 US/CDN on the day of the event. PayPal is now available. Find details and registration info at www.tuliprallye.org Questions? Email [email protected]

STONELEIGH MOTORSPORT SHOWCCMGC members John and Judy Fry live part-time in England and attended Race Retro, the International

Motorsport Show, on February 23 at Stoneleigh Park in Coventry. Seen at the show - a Jaguar D-Type

Le Mans winner (above) and an MGB Rally Car that looks like it might possibly have overheating

problems (below). Photos by John Fry.

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I bought my first Jaguar from Flight Sergeant Thompson at RCAF Station Rockcliffe, Ottawa, Ontario in June

1962. It was a black 1951 Mark 7 saloon, with a beige interior and a 3.4 litre four speed manual.

He had purchased it in Paris while he was stationed in France, and brought it back to Canada in the hangar deck of HMCS Bonaventure. He also had a Jensen aluminum bodied Austin A40 convertible and a brand new Ford station wagon, and was being transferred with his family to RCAF Station Comox in B.C. The Air Force would only pay to ship two vehicles, so either the A40 or the Mark 7 had to go. He wanted $350.00 for each, and really wanted to sell me the Austin, which I found woefully under powered, so the Jaguar became mine.

As far as I know, it is the second oldest surviving Mark 7, there being one a few serial numbers earlier in Switzerland. It had been exhibited at the Frankfurt Auto Show and was built as a right hand drive. Sold from the show to a German businessman, it was promptly converted to LHD and the wiring, generator, etc. to Bosch from Lucas. It has two serial number plates, one in English and one German. It spent the first five years of its life registered at the Palais Victoria in Cannes, France. It still has the original RHD driver’s side carpet with the pedal holes sewn over.

The first mechanical problem I had was with the front brakes dragging and heating the front drums to the point where it was throwing grease out of the wheel hubs. Not knowing any better, I booked it into the local Jaguar dealer Manotick Motors for service. A month’s pay later and a lesson learned, I got my car back just in time to decide to drive it back to B.C. for my month’s leave!

As an 18 year old with only a basic knowledge of Jaguars, I was either very brave or stupid, and with a

minimum of funds in the days before freeways and the completion of the Trans Canada Highway. I still have my diary detailing the trip, which would take another chapter to relate. I made it in three days and I still own the car.

An interesting aside is that my car was parked at Manotick Motors beside a stunning white 1939 Jaguar

SS100 3 1/2 litre S/N 39085 that belonged to Professor Brian Spenceley. The apprentice working on both our cars was Richard Sladen, later of Coventry Motors fame in Vancouver, with whom I shared many later motoring adventures. I kept in touch with Professor Spenceley and was fortunate enough to

purchase the SS100 from him and owned it for decades. There is a huge “backstory” regarding that car!

After receiving my service invoice from Manotick I bought a toolkit and a service manual and never looked back. I still twist wrenches.

Why did I buy a Jag? My parents never owned an interesting car, usually some really embarrassing ones, but my Uncle Howard Quinton in the U.K. was quite well off and in 1960 had a Mark 9. When we were there for a family visit he let me drive it. I was 16 and hooked for life; the rest, as they say, is history. n

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VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

Our club’s prime location in the West Building of the Vancouver Convention Centre ensured that most of the

115,000 attendees to the March 19 – 24 show walked past our display. We were fortunate to be provided a large space by Hagerty Classic Car Insurance, a long-time supporter of CXKJR/CCMGC. Many thanks to Nigel Matthews, Hagerty’s Global Director of Private Client Services and Company Ambassador, for facilitating our club’s involvement in the show.

Six club cars were on display: Tony & Carole Cohen’s 1952 MG TD Mk II, Steve & Sheila Kaufman’s 1960 MGA roadster, Steve & Nell Collins’1968 MGB GT, Krista Brigg’s 1966 Jaguar E-Type OTS, and both Ian & Doreen Newby’s 1987 XJ-S Hess & Eisenhart convertible and their 1993 Jaguar XJ40. The Newbys also had their very rare, locally-built 1988 Enterra on display. A photo of the Collins’ MGB GT was published in one of the Auto Show newsletters.

Brianne Kindzersky, National Account Executive with Hagerty at the show, checked with the company’s head office to find out the approximate total value of the three MGs and three Jaguars in the CXKJR/CCMGC display. The total was just under $650,000.

Comments from CCMGC Vice-President Mike McChesney, who was at the Convention Centre for the six days of the show and coordinated our club members who took shifts covering our display:

The display received a lot of attention from the people streaming past our display. Lots of: “I had one, let it go and now regret I did”, to Lucas Prince of Darkness and leaking oil jokes. Lots of picture taking. Many people recognized the cars from their past. Sometimes we’d see someone looking closely at one of our cars, we asked them a question, a big smile would appear, and they’d tell us a favorite MG or Jag story from their past. A good number of people showed interest in joining the club. Some young people - the youngest was a 14 year old with his dad. The dad said his son has two Mercedes but has a passion for Jaguars (the kid having two Mercedes stopped me for a bit). The son gave us his views on his favorite Jaguars. For him it was the classics, not interested in the new Jags at all. The dad said his son will likely switch to Jaguars. (I’m still trying

to process this interest in classic Jaguars from someone so young).

Jason and Phil Heard, two of the key organizers with the Auto Show, have been great in supporting us. They remarked about the way our club members operated together as a team, working with the show schedule for a seamless move of our cars in and out. 20 of our members did a terrific job of volunteering their time to cover the display. They all did well answering questions, relaying entertaining stories about our cars and selling the Club. Special thanks go to Ian Newby and Peter Tilbury for organizing the Club’s presence at the show. n

Twenty club members took turns answering questions and promoting CXKJR/CCMGC at the club display.

Five of the CXKJR/CCMGC cars at the Auto Show display in the Hagerty section. [Photos by Mike McChesney]

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I f you were there, you already know that the Beatles Night, February 16th, was the best winter party ever. We’ve attended

many club winter parties as they evolved from a Christmas party to a January party. All, of course, required a lot of work and planning and each had its own excellent points. However, Beatles Night had it all:

The entertainment: Fab Fourever looked, spoke and performed like the real deal. It took us right back to the 60’s and “Beatlemania.” The band didn’t skip a beat as they played all the Beatles hits. We could hardly believe a tribute band could be that good.

The venue: Some of us have been to “The Cavern Club” in Liverpool, where the Beatles played often. The Cavern has a small stage and is not a particularly large facility. It is just the type of club where you would expect many soon-to-be famous performers to start off. Coghlan Hall in Aldergrove was thus much like the Cavern club. It had an old, homey ambiance, was not overly large, and just seemed right. The dance area kept us all close and was packed all night, but wasn’t that exactly the right feel for this party?

The food: Sure, we’ve had fancier spreads. The stew, salad and rolls were very good. Stew is rather British! We weren’t there to sit around at a gourmet meal; we were there for a lively party. The menu kept the cost reasonable. Oh, and the bar prices were

very reasonable as well. (And the “taxi” service was much appreciated.)

The people: Such a lively event and a great time to visit with members. I cannot recall another CCMGC/CXKJR party where, from the first song, so many people were up dancing and having fun! Jim & Sue McClagan sat next to us and as we chatted Jim remarked that it seemed far for us to drive for a concert. (We live in Kelowna.) I replied that it was not just the concert, but the people! That is really what our club is all about, isn’t it? Of course, the cars are a nice addition.

When we visited England in fall of 2017, our friends Roger & Jennifer Glover arranged a “Beatles Tour” in Liverpool. We traveled by coach and visited all the significant Beatles sites, including the Cavern Club. This greatly increased our appreciation of the Beatles, and added to our enjoyment of Beatles Night. If you visit England, by all means take the tour!

In conclusion, we want to thank Peter & Anne Tilbury and Ian & Doreen Newby, and anyone else involved, for their hard work in putting on “The Best Winter Party Ever!” Well done! n

THE BEST WINTER PARTY EVER!

And who are these people?

The Coughlan Hall was packed with over 100 party goers.

The dance floor was busy all night long.

Ian Newby and Maria Severs part of the decorating crew.

Three guitarists, many more guitars.

Peter Tilbury, one of the event organizers.

The band played all the big Beatles hits. (Photo by Les Garbutt)

Bob Sherman [Photos by Jim & Maria Severs, unless otherwise noted]

Past MG Prez Chris Down & Club Secretary Ruth Schmidt

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J oin us in 2019 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Canadian Classic MG Club (CCMGC) and the Canadian XK Jaguar Register (CXKJR). The Club50 Committee is planning a large number of events throughout the year. The events for 2019 are listed below. Updates will be posted on the Club website (www.jaguarmg.com)

as they become available. Updates will also be published in Classical Gas and Little Classical Gas.

2019 Schedule of Events(subject to change)

Tues, Jan 1 Whimper Wonderland Drive

Sun, Feb 3 SuperBowl Party at the Newbys

Sat, Feb 16 Beatles Night. Music by Fab Fourever, Coghlan Hall, 6795 256 Street, Aldergrove

Tues, March 12 Mike Powley Memorial Collectible Night

Tues to Sun, March 19 - 24 Vancouver International Auto Show, Convention Centre West, Vancouver

Sun, Apr 14 Easter Bunny Rally

Sat, May 4 Drive Your MG or Jaguar Day

Tues, May 14 Club Meeting at Robson Park, Kingsway, Vancouver

Sat, May 18 ABFM VanDusen (featuring CCMGC & CXKJR)

Sat, Jun 22 MASH Bash, Aldergrove (re-creation of 1991 Presidents’ Run)

July (tba) Twilight Drive-in Movie Night, Aldergrove

Sat, July 13 BC Collector Car Appreciation Day Run

Fri to Sun, Aug 23 – 25 50th Heritage Classic returns to its roots in South Surrey/White Rock

Sept [dates tba] Presidents Run: 9 days in total over 2 weekends visiting locations of past Presidents’ Runs

Tues, Dec 31 2019 Goes Out with a Bang party at the Newbys. Firing of the Howitzer

PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS!We will be seeking volunteers for this ambitious program. If you would like to assist with any of the above

events, please contact Ian or Doreen Newby ([email protected]) or Peter Tilbury ([email protected])

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CXKJR/CCMGC 50th AnniversaryA YEAR OF FUN & CELEBRATION

Easter Bunny RallySunday, April 14. For many years, CXKJR/CCMGC put on an Easter Bunny Rally each spring and it will be back as part of the 50th Anniversary schedule. Organized by Simon & Donna Austin, this will be a fun driving event through the countryside for the whole family and will include on-route questions to be answered, with prizes for the best scores. The event starts from the Campbell River Store in South Surrey (790 176th Street, Surrey, at 8th Avenue), with the first car out around 10:30 am. The route is about 90 km (55 miles) and 2 hours long, with a break at halfway and the finish at a pub for lunch. Easter bonnets are welcome. If you plan to participate, please notify Anne Tillbury by emailing [email protected] or texting to 604-889-0225. Indicate how many people will be at the lunch.

Drive Your MG or Jaguar DaySaturday, May 4 Organized by Mike McChesney, this year’s “marine-themed” event will start at Fraser River Park in Vancouver, in the parking lot at West 75th Avenue & Chateau Place. The route will take NW Marine Drive around the University of BC, along Point Grey Road, Beach Avenue and around Stanley Park. After crossing Lions Gate Bridge, the drive will head into West Vancouver, eventually taking Marine Drive to Fisherman’s Cove for lunch at the West Vancouver Yacht Club (limited to 50 people). A special lunch menu will include a burger combo and several soup & sandwich combinations. An additional treat – up to 30 participants will be able to visit Peter Welch’s world-class MG collection nearby. Given the limited spots for lunch and the Welch collection visit, those planning to participate need to sign up at the April club membership meeting or notify Jennifer Orum at [email protected].

Robson Park Membership MeetingTuesday, May 14 50 years to the day, our club had its first meeting at Robson Park. The May 14 membership meeting takes us back there for a low key, informal gathering with a display of old photos and memorabilia. All attending are invited to bring a historic item or photo they can speak briefly about. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided. Bring a folding chair.

MASH Bash

Saturday, June 22 A tieback to the Presidents’ Run to Whistler & Lillooet in 1991, an army camp with all the gear will be set up in Aldergrove at the Newby Estate. Participants will be loaned a uniform shirt, a hat and dogtags and there will be live entertainment, a catered meal and a suitable movie.

50th Anniversary Car BadgesLimited edition 50th Anniversary Club car badges are now available for purchase at $50 each. You have to be a Club member to buy these. Each badge is numbered (1 – 50), and you can request a particular number, if you wish. If the badge won’t be fitted to a car grill there is a clear plexiglas stand to allow the badge to be displayed on a book shelf at an extra cost of $20. Contact Doreen Newby at [email protected] to place your order before they sell out.

50th Anniversary Golf ShirtsThe club has golf shirts to commemorate our 50th Anniversary. They are $20 each and are available in women’s and men’s sizes in various colours. Many members have already bought theirs, but there will be a re-order processed. Call Anne Tilbury at 604 889 0225 to reserve your size and colour. Cash or cheque please.

Special Jaguar Land Rover Richmond Discount OfferIn recognition of our club’s 50th Anniversary year, Jaguar Land Rover of Richmond has announced that club members are eligible for 15% off Jaguar Land Rover Parts & Accessories, and also 15% off Services (including Oil & Filter). This exclusive offer is valid only to members of the Canadian XK Jaguar Register and/or the Canadian Classic MG Club. To claim the discount, simply present your Club Membership Card. When you visit their new showroom in Richmond, enquire at the reception desk and ask for James Herzog, Roxanne or Steve. If you have questions about this offer, contact James, Shop Dispatch Controller at [email protected] n


Mike Powley Memorial Collectibles Night: March 12

1st Place Joe Carroll

2nd Place Jim Severs

3rd Place Peter Tilbury

Ian Newby

Photos by Maria Severs unless otherwise noted

1ST PLACE - JOE CARROLL: A display of ‘pocket money toys’. When I was a child, there were very few toys available in war-torn Britain and they were only available at Christmas. Arriving in Canada in the late 1950s, I was impressed with my buying power and began buying Dinky Toys for myself and my baby brother. I enjoyed myself and it got quite out of hand. So I brought all my miniature Jaguar and MG models and a bunch more that might tickle the members’ fancies. Thank you for the award - it is always a nice way to remember Mike Powley. He was a great friend and member of our club.

2ND PLACE - JIM SEVERS: My Collectibles Night display was a selection of Morse code keys I have collected over 50+ years of Amateur (Ham) radio. My first Scout badge as a teen was in code proficiency - I’ve always enjoyed using it, as Morse is more intelligible than voice in marginal reception conditions (plus I’m not blessed with a ‘radio announcer’s DJ voice’). Keys displayed are straight keys, semi-automatic keys and iambic keyers, my favourites being the ‘spy’ (miniature) keys and the ‘flameproof’ key used by the military.

3RD PLACE - PETER TILBURY: My display was a collection of golf shirts and tee shirts going back 25 years, depicting the logos of Club events, NAMGAR and NAMGBR events, and the evolving CCMGC/CXKJR logos. Basically, this was a display of anyone’s shirt drawers!

DOREEN NEWBY: “One is never too old to play with dolls.” My display celebrated the 60th Anniversary of Barbie Dolls. Created by Ruth Handler in 1959, they encouraged young girls to believe they could become anything they chose. Photo by Marj Carroll.

IAN NEWBY: “There is a story behind everything” My display depicted messages coming along with Barbie and Ken Dolls and included an XJS model assembled into the wee hours of the morning.

JENNIFER ORUM: This California Dream’n display included personal memorabilia from San Francisco and California, as well as a model of my MGB roadster, exported to California from England in January 1970. Photo by Marj Carroll n

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www.jaguarmg.comThe club’s website includes details of CXKJR/CCMGC and other club events over the next three months, as well as club history, copies of the last nine issues of Classical Gas and an archive of Little Classical Gas newsletters. A listing of our club advertisers is provided, including links to their websites. There are also useful links for MG and Jaguar enthusiasts and information on becoming a member of CXKJR or CCMGC. Recent upgrades include registration for club events and payment with PayPal. Our website administrator is Mike Harford. Feel free to send Mike comments and/or suggestions for possible additions to the website or ways to improve it.

Jag/MG Club VancouverThe club’s Facebook page currently has 96 members. Photos and comments can be posted by members about club or other events or any topic that will be of

interest to MG and Jaguar enthusiasts. Facebook members can add responses about posted items, which are often as informative or entertaining as the original posts. If you’re a Facebook member and haven’t yet joined the Jag/MG Club Vancouver page, why not do it now? The club Facebook page is administered/monitored by Anne Tilbury, Kayte Lawrence and Troy Bell.


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The following are the answers to the Quiz published in the January February Classical Gas.

1) How would you write the year 2019 in roman numerals? MMXIX

2) Which comedy legends’ epitaph reads “I told you I wasn’t well”? Spike Milligan

3) Who was the Greek god of the sea? Poseidon

4) Name the two missing seven dwarfs from this list: Happy, Grumpy, Bashful, Sleepy, Dopey, Sneezy, Doc

5) Who is Popeye the Sailor Man’s love interest? Olive Oyl

6) Petroleum is made up of two Latin words – Petra meaning rock and Oleum meaning Oil

7) Which Canadian racing car driver died in a crash in 1982, during qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix? Gilles Villeneuve

8) What is the collective name for a group of crows? Murder

9) In 2017 which vehicle brand sold the most models throughout the world? Volkswagen

10) No handy car is an anagram for a popular wine: Chardonnay

11) Which bridge was both the longest and the tallest suspension bridge when it opened in 1937? Golden Gate

12) What is the most consumed manufactured drink in the world? Tea

13) Pinch his fads is an anagram for a British staple: Fish and Chips

14) On the 6th day of Christmas my true love sent to me: Six geese a laying

15) “Seven little girls sitting in the back seat” reached #3 in the UK hit parade in 1959. Who were they kissing and hugging with? Fred

16) What car did Elvis drive in the movie “Blue Hawaii” ? MGA

17) If you were having a cocktail of cognac, orange liqueur and lemon juice what would it be called? Sidecar

18) What is special about the words “Race Car”? Palindrome

19) Complete the title of the sixties American sitcom: Car 54 Where are you?

20) The Ford model T was given which two-word nickname? Tin Lizzy

JUNE 16 - FATHER’S DAY PICNICJoe Carroll

O ne of the club’s most popular annual events, the Picnic will take place at the Confederation Park Miniature Railway,

located a few blocks north of Hastings in Burnaby at 120 North Willingdon Avenue. There are over two miles of track on two main routes, with steam and diesel locomotives hauling trains through two tunnels and over several bridges. 1/8 full size, the trains carry up to 30 passengers. What to bring? Your favourite car, picnic food, and folding chairs if you have room. There’ll be dedicated parking for MGs and Jags by the Penzance Drive entrance, with parking for non-marque sports cars along Willingdon Avenue and Penzance Drive and in the public lots on Penzance. Once you have arrived and parked, follow the signs and arrows to the west end of the station and the passenger maze. At the end of the maze there is a track crossing. Speak to one of the railway staff who will escort you across the track to the Car Club picnic area. Please note: FOR SAFETY REASONS YOU MUST BE ESCORTED ACROSS THE TRACK BY RAILWAY STAFF.The invitation includes the members’ extended families e.g. grandparents and grandchildren. Important note: Sometimes parents get upset when they bring the whole family and we are unable to carry their infants on the train. Infants unable to sit on the train seats and support themselves must be in a hands-free ‘snugli’ type carrier worn by an adult. The railway operates from 11 am to 5 pm. In the past most club members (and their families) were on site between 12:30 and 4:00 pm. How much? No charge. The club has arranged for complimentary rides on the trains. A concession sells hot dogs, ice cream, hot & cold drinks. Further information: Joe Carroll at [email protected] or 604-988-2497. n

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On a recent Sunday morning one could be forgiven for wondering whether the

‘Octagon’ building houses a new religion, such was the swarm of people clamouring to enter and find a good seat. Those in the know, however, were scrambling for the opportunity to listen to Senior Technician Syd McNabb, and learn how to bring British cars back to life and keep them alive for a long time!

This year’s presentation on suspension was very informative, with a table covered in all kinds of bits and pieces, mostly for the lower parts of British cars. A vehicle was raised on a hoist which allowed us see, with Syd’s guidance, what the bits did and where they fitted.

What followed showed us where to look and how to test the components under the car and how they should operate. An interesting point raised was the need to be sure to use new fastenings that are not just bright and shiny but

made to the correct specifications. There was also advice on ‘plastic’ and ’rubber’ bushings that often are appropriate or better than the original materials used 50 years ago.

For many of us, the visit with Syd served to make us realize there are some parts of our cars where repairs are better left to experts like Syd and his co-workers.

Thank you Syd, Shop Manager Sean Kostrzewski and everyone at Octagon for an excellent visit, complete with Tim Horton’s refreshments!

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Octagon Motor Group Open House:– FEBRUARY 24 –

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Top left : Sr. Technician Syd McNabb giving pointers to the full house crowd of 28 people. Photo by Ron Platt

Above: A 1959 Berkeley in the Octagon front showroom, a microcarwith a motorcycle-derived engine. Photo by Ron Platt

Left: A Daimler Limousine, a serious project car. Photo by Jim Severs

Annie Auclair, Vito Donatiello and Malcolm Reith trading technical tips.

Photo by Les GarbuttSyd's table of suspension parts for his demonstration. Photo by Les Garbutt


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Club members should feel free to call these contacts who have volunteered to help with the purchase, repair and/or restoration of various MG and Jaguar models.

MG• TD: Tony Cohen 604-922-3332

• MGA: MGA coupe/twin cam 1955 to 1962: John Clarke 604-291-1890

• MGB 1962 to 1974 ½: Joe Carroll 604-988-2497; Doug Gale 604-521-3021

• MGB 1974 ½ to 1980: Allan Lawrence 604-937-0439 & Kayte Lawrence 604-715-0007

• MGB GT V8: Al Riches 604-942-7370

• MG Midget: Al Inglis 604-737-0044

JAGUAR• SS100 (original & replica): Tom Doyle 604-892-4890

• XK 140: Jim McLean 604-925-0689

• XK 150: Tom Doyle (plus XK engines) 604-892-4890

• In-line 6-cylinder: Jerry Parkhill 604-794-3652

• E-type: John Clarke 604-291-1890 Les Garbutt 604-266-9086 John Morse 604-594-8992 Tom Doyle 604-892-4890

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2018 Classical Gas Awards

PHOTOGRAPHYCarole Cohen & Sandy Koven: Study in Green & Yellow, Cover photo of 1968 BRG & 1978 Inca yellow MGB roadsters near Brooks, Alberta. (Jan/Feb)

Tim Horton: Cover photo of his 1988 Jaguar V12 VDP on the Sea to Sky Highway. (Mar/April)

Allan Lawrence: Heritage 2018 photos. (Sept/Oct)

Kayte Lawrence: Cover photo of a chorus line of MGAs at Heritage 2018. (Nov/Dec)

Sara Lehmann: Photo of Allan & Lisa Lawrence’s grandkids in a 1973 Midget. (Sept/Oct)

Nigel Matthews: India Album. (May/June)

Doreen Newby: Frozen Leaper on a 1991 XJ40. (Jan/Feb)

Anne Tilbury: Cover photo of Peter Tilbury in their 1959 MGA roadster. (May/June)

Peter Tilbury: Photo of Graham in the engine bay of his father’s 1960 MGA 1600 roadster. (July/Aug)

EVENT REPORTSBob Sherman: Motorsports Can Be Dangerous. (May/June)

Marie Sherman: Queen of the Hill. (July/Aug)

HERITAGESteve Blake: 1930 M-Type. (Jan/Feb)

Mike McChesney: Auto-Biography. (Mar/April)

TECHNICALLes Garbutt: Jaquar I-Pace First Drive. (Nov/Dec)

Allan Lawrence: Life is Like a Box of Chocolates. (Jan/Feb)

Bob Sherman: Everything I Know About Cooling Systems. (Mar/April)

Peter Tilbury: Alamo Beige MGA. (July/Aug)

TRAVELJennifer Orum: Pilgrimage to Abingdon. (May/June)

Bob & Marie Sherman: Adventures in England. (Jan/Feb)

HUMOUR & NOVELTYTroy Bell: Open Letter to CXKJR/CCMGC. (Mar/April)

Les Garbutt: Born to be Wild. (Jan/Feb) n

Important Note: Selections are in alphabetical order by participant, not in rank order. The dates following the entry indicate the Classical Gas issue when the item was published.


April 28: St. George’s British Motoring ShowPresented by the LAMB Club, the 14th annual show will take place at the Fort Langley Community Hall with over 80 British vehicles on display from 10 am to 4 pm. There will be vendors, British music and a silent auction. Feature marque is Land Rover and includes a display of vintage vehicles by Rover-Lander of BC. A celebration of 60 years of Mini will fill the front walkway leading to the London taxi, double-decker bus, and military vehicles. The Mayor’s Choice Award will be presented, as well as the annual LAMB Preservation Award. The show’s net proceeds are donated to the Langley Memorial Hospital Foundation. New this year – Entries in advance only. For further information, visit www.lambcarclub.org or contact Carole Borgens at [email protected] or 604-514-8414. [Note the date of the St. Georges Show was incorrectly listed in the January/February Classical Gas as April 21.]

May 18: VanDusen Gardens All British Field Meet500+ cars and motorcycles are expected at the 34th annual ABFM at VanDusen Gardens in Vancouver. This year’s featured marques: 100th Anniversary of Bentley, 60th Anniversary of Mini and 110th Anniversary of AJS Motorcycles. CXKJR/CCMGC will have a special 50th Anniversary tent. The car show, car corral sales and swap meet is on Saturday, along with (new this year) a plated high tea. Sunday May 19 brings the All British Whistler Run along the spectacular Sea to Sky Highway to Creekside Village. For more details and registration forms for the Saturday Show and the Sunday Whistler Run, see www.westerndriver.com or contact Joan Stewart at [email protected] 604-805-7315.

June 14 – 16: BritsBest ClassicsThe 10th anniversary of this classic event for British vehicles returns to Radium Hot Springs in the picturesque Columbia Valley. While principally attended by British sports cars, they welcome British vehicles of all types. The car show will be held at Legends Field on the Saturday, with cars arranged in ‘picnic circles’ and the Best in Show determined by ‘vote with your donation tickets’. $1000 was raised last year for local youth programs and they will once again be the beneficiaries in 2019. There is a Friday evening social gathering, a Saturday evening wind up meal, informal pie runs and another Morris Calvert Memorial Rally (poker run). For further information and online registration, check: www.calgarymgclub.org.

June 15: BC Highland Games & British Car DisplayThe Highland Games & Scottish Festival will be held at a new location this year – Lafarge Lake Park, just south of Percy Perry Stadium near Coquitlam Town Centre. The entries to the British Car display are limited to 30 so sign up ASAP. Arrival time is between 10 and 10:30 am and cars will stay on the field until at least 3:30 pm. There’s no charge for registration and this gets you free admission into the Highland Games. The CXKJR/CCMGC contact is Mike Harford at [email protected] . You can also email the Car Display Coordinator Simon Scott for more information at [email protected] . For details on the Games themselves, see www.bchighlandgames.com. n

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KIDS IN JAGUARSThe latest in our photo series of Kids in Cars, this shows CXKJR member Jim Severs with family friend Alexis Chow

in his 1994 XJS V12. [Photo by Maria Severs]

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