Newsletter March 2013

AUTONEWS SOUTHERN AFRICAN VETERAN & VINTAGE
ASSOCIATION
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AutoNewS
Southern
African
Veteran &
Vintage
Association
A RECENTLY RESTORED 1904 GLADIATOR
From the Chair,
I was recently invited by the Durban Early Car
Club to attend a function near Port
Shepstone. We all assembled at a members
business premises in Shepstone where we
then left for Oribi Gorge to visit a newly
started agricultural museum that has been
formed by some of the local members. It was
very pleasant and I would urge any of our
members if in the area to make an effort to
visit them.
There were approximately 43 cars in total
that eventually arrived; The museum is
situated above the local Polo fields with an
array of Stationary engines and various
memorabilia which I found very interesting,
different from many other museums or
collections.
IN THIS ISSUE – AMELIA ISLAND CONCOURS
The members had laid on a few activities for
us during the day, one could purchase Braai
packs and salads, while the pub was open for
those who felt like something a little
stronger.
The horse took off like a bolt of lightning
closely followed by the Mustang while the
Harley was still slipping off the start line.
The main event which I found amusing was a
race across the polo field between a 1969
Ford Mustang, a 1949 10/12 Harley Davidson
and one of the polo horses.
Here they are on the starting line ready for
the siren.
By the time the Mustang reached the bottom
of the field to return the polo horse was
almost finished. For anyone betingt on the
Mustang or the Harley well… you would have
lost.
I would like to thank DECC for their invitation
and for a very enjoyable day with fellow
enthusiasts.
MARCH 2013
DATING SPECIAL – October to December
In September SAVVA released a notification
regarding the special on dating certificates
for members who would like these
documents up-dated at fee of R25.00 per
certificate. We had an excellent response to
this project as I received almost 740 changes
that have been requested / notified for our
records. The majority of the support has
come from the Motorcycling sector, partly
due to the upcoming J-D Run in March.
I would like to thank all those who took
advantage of this special and passing on the
information, but would also like to appeal to
all waiting for dating to bear with us as it has
become a major undertaking to complete. I
expect to have completed all the dating by
the end of February.
SAVVA Rally Colours
After the AGM in September “colours” for
rallying was discussed and it was suggested
that the committee look into the matter and
report back. We have come up with a
solution and hope this will be acceptable to
all the serious rallyists’ that participate in the
various events.
SAVVA will be awarding Provincial and
National Colours to participants within the
next three months based on last year’s
results from the various events held country
wide. We have requested clubs to e-mail
their lists of results to us in order to compile
the list of recipients.
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Edwardian-Veteran Run
George Motor Show
2013 Johannesburg-Durban Run
I believe that the JD has the largest entry
field ever with 198 participants. The first bike
to leave will arrive at the first tea stop before
the last bike has departed. Congratulation to
VVC and the JD committee for this very
special event celebrating a 100 Years.
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ALL OLDSMOBILE OWNERS
The Buick/Cadillac Club of South
Africa has recently decided to start
an Oldsmobile Chapter in that Club.
This decision was taken because
they want to bring the three founder
firms of General Motors, namely
Buick, Cadillac and Oldsmobile into a
single club in South Africa.
The new Buick/Cadillac/ Oldsmobile
Club therefore calls on all
Oldsmobile owners to contact the
secretary
of
the
Buick/Cadillac/Oldsmobile Club, Mr
Chris Palk, at [email protected] or
Cell: 082 8083360 to become part of
this vibrant new conglomerate.
The Colours will comprise of the following:
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A special badge that can be
mounted on their vehicle together
with a certificate. The two
categories are Motor Car events
and Motorcycle events. SAVVA will
co-ordinate an event whereby the
respective badges/certificates will
be awarded. It may require a
representative to visit to the
various provinces to present the
awards.
We will keep you informed of the progress,
but currently we are waiting for clubs to
provide us with the information.
Future Events
I would like to take this opportunity of
wishing the following events all the best for
2013 and may all the participants enjoy the
events,
ARGENTINES VISIT SANDSTONE
Peter Hall referred the Argentime family who
visited South Africa in September 2012 to
the Sandstone Estate and here are some
photographs of their visit.
MARCH 2013
TECHNICAL TIP - NO: 68
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Some years back we mentioned the
importance
of
carrying
fire
extinguishers in our vehicles. To
justify our concern we received the
following information from the
National Fire Protection Association
in the USA, last year:
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215500 vehicles were burnt
out
Every 146 seconds a vehicle
burns out
310 people were killed in
vehicle fires
1590 people were injured
$1.4 Billion damage to
vehicles.
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purchased motorcycle and was
unaware that the exhaust had a hole
in it resulting in the exhaust blowing
downwards and igniting some oil
soaked cloth on the floor under the
engine. In seconds there were flames
lapping the fuel tank. Fortunately I
was able to extinguish the flames
before there was too much damage.
We tend to forget we are working
with
dangerous
machinery,
inflammable fuels and other
combustible materials.
I’m sure most enthusiasts have
discarded the old incandescent bulbs
in their lead (inspection) lights and
replaced them with “energy saving”
tubes. They tend to last longer and
don’t get so hot. If you haven’t done
so - give it some thought.
Fire extinguishers are now readily
available from all spares outlets at
very good prices – make sure you
have one in your collector vehicle at
all times and also make sure its in
good order. It pays to buy one with a
gauge so you can see the pressure
level.
Another warning: We recently heard
of a club member in Johannesburg
who sadly ended up in intensive care
with severe burns when a fire got out
of control whilst he was working on
one of his cars. Four cars were also
destroyed. It was one of those
unforeseeable accidents. In this case
a lead light bulb exploded igniting
some petrol. He had an extinguisher
on hand but the capacity was too
small. Make sure you have a large
capacity one in your workshop or
garage.
I had a similar but not as
catastrophic accident in November. I
was running the engine of a recently
The next question is how do we sort
it out? Very simple. Remove the
handle, place the square shaft in a
vice, heat it up and gently straighten
it. It will make such a difference to
the cosmetic look of the car.
TECHNICAL TIP – NO: 70
POWER TOOLS
A month ago we mentioned the
necessity of having fire extinguishers
handy when working on our vehicles.
We also mentioned the dangers that
surround us when working with
machinery, inflammables etc.
Here’s another one to add to our list –
and that’s power tools. I have a fear
of working with tools like circular
saws and angle grinders. Years ago
when apprenticeships were still
deemed as necessary some of us
were lucky enough to have become
apprenticed in some industry or the
other. In those days, regardless of
what trade you entered the first
lesson one was taught was respect
for the tools of that particular trade
and
a)
how to treat them correctly to
ensure the tools longevity, and
b)
how to ensure your own
longevity when working with them.
TECHNICAL TIP - NO: 69
DOOR HANDLES
So often one sees a beautifully
prepared ca spoiled by “hanging”
door handles. This is especially
noticeable on cars that have a
chrome strip running along the
waistline and the handle should fit in
with the sweep of the strip.
The question is why are these
handles hanging down? Simple.
Over the years people have been
over enthusiastic when opening
doors to the point they have bent
the square metal shaft that goes
from the handle to the lock.
About a year ago my faithful old angle
grinder packed up so I purchased a
new one with all the bells and
whistles fitted. A friend looked at it
and expressed his concern that the
new one had an “on and off” switch
and not a switch you had to hold
down to operate it (like the old one). I
took no notice of his comment until
recently when I placed the “said”
grinder on the work bench and
plugged it in and it took off. The
switch
on
the
grinder
had
inadvertently been knocked on.
Fortunately, it took off South and not
North. It jumped off the work bench
with me doing the highland fling
around it. Needless to say I’ve now
fitted new brushes to the old one and
the new one will be available at a
bargain price at the next club flea
market.
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I recall some years ago, our old friend
Tom Zeederberg cut his leg very
badly with a portable circular saw. He
never really recovered from that
ordeal and could only drive automatic
cars after that.
We’ve just heard of another accident
and that was with an angle grinder.
The gentleman in question was
cutting something on his garage floor
when the disc jammed, jumped out of
whatever he was cutting and went
across his foot seriously damaging it.
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A magnificent 1924 Oldsmobile Touring
Accidents like this take a fraction of a
second to happen but can affect the
rest of our lives. Let’s be more aware
of the dangers of operating these
machines.
If you have electric tools fitted with
this type of on/off switch make
absolute sure it is in the “off” position
before plugging in.
A beautiful 1917 Oldsmobile touring
A very rare 1936 Buick Century Coupe
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INTERESTING CAR SHOW
Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance
In March 2013 two exceptional GM Dream Cars will be on exhibit at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance. They are the 1954 LaSalle II Roadster and
Sedan.
Both these cars were equipped with the new aluminium V-6 engines that GM was developing at that time. At the end of 1958 these cars were destined
to be destroyed by the Warhoops Salvage Yard north of Detroit. Both cars, however, survived, the Sedan largely intact and the Roadster was cut into
pieces, but not destroyed. Both cars remained in the Salvage Yard for close to 30 years, where they were rescued by a collector, Joe Bortz in 1988.
Bortz had these two cars, as well as a Chevrolet Biscayne Motorama Show Car and a Cadillac Eldorado Brougham Town Car (all found in the Warhoops
Salvage Yard) restored to their former glory.
The two 1954 LaSalles in the foreground and the Cadillac Eldorado Brougham Town car at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance
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The 1954 LaSalle II Roadster on the Motorama show circuit and in a GM workshop (photos courtesy of David W. Temple.)
PAST EVENTS
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The 17th George Old Car Show was held by the Southern Cape Old Car Club on 9 & 10 February 2013. The Midas Group
came on board as the name giving sponsor and therefore the show again was known as the Midas George Old Car Show.
As in the past the main focus for this year’s show was old cars that came from all over South Africa. Visitors from as far as
the P.O.M.C. in Pretoria drove down to George in old cars to visit this prestigious annual get-together in George. Apart
from the exhibition of many magnificent cars dating back to a 1901 Benz, a special exhibition for Two-stroke engines was
also held.
The oldest car at the show, a 1901 Benz ”Ideal”
A row of beautiful 1934 to 1939 Fords at the George Show.
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Overview of the George Show with Borgward’s in the foreground
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A row of Model T Fords and other Veterans at the George Show.
FOR SALE
INTERESTING CARS FOR SALE IN THE FREESTATE
Montagu Schoeman reports that a number of interesting vehicles are up for sale from a collection in the Freestate.
Those interested in the cars illustrated here can contact him at [email protected].
Dodge, Vauxhall & Anglia up for sale from the Freestate collection
Volkswagen Karman Ghia & 1963 Lancia Flavia
1937 DKW and 1958 Volkswagen Cabriolet
1953 Ford Customline and a 1937 Plymouth
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Opel, Volkswagen and Americana
Taunus, Mecedes-Benz and other cars
DKW, Ponton Mercedes-Benz and other cars
1961 Datsun Bluebird and a 1958 DKW Combi
A row of Volkswagen Beetles
Year
Model
1948
1954
1958/65
1937
1961
1964
1938
1948
1964
1961
Dodge
Austin Cambridge
VW Kabriolet
DKW Woodbody
Mercedes Benz 220
Mercedes Benz 190 Lhd
Chev De Luxe
Chev Fleetline
Studebaker Daytona
Fiat 1100D
A number of Vintage tractors
1966
R 50 000 1977
R 35 000 1967
R 100 000 1948
R 50 000 1961
R 60 000 1958
R 55 000 1937
R 50 000 1953
R 45 000 1961
R 65 000 1961
R 35 000 1958
Price
VW 1300
VW 1600SP
Anglia 1200
Pontiac
Datsun Bluebird
Borgward S/Wagon
Plymouth
Ford Customline
Vauxhall Velox
Auto Union 1000S
Borgward Coupe
R 25 000
R 65 000
R 30 000
R 65 000
R 40 000
R 20 000
R 35 000
R 45 000
R 65 000
R 65 000
R 100 000
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1958
1949
1963
1960
1958
1966
1960
1966
1958
1960
1954
1963
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Mercedes Benz 220
Citroen L15
Lancia Flavia
VW Beetle
Opel Rekord 4 Dr
VW Karmann Ghia 1300
(1600SP Engine)
Borgward 2 Dr
Anglia S/Wagon
DKW Combi
DKW Jumior
Morris Minor
Vauxhaul S/Wagon
FUTURE EVENTS
VINTAGE & CLASSIC CAR SHOWS
R 100 000
R 75 000
R 50 000
R 30 000
R 25 000
R 75 000
R 30 000
R 35 000
R 30 000
R 30 000
R 30 000
R 25 000
1966
Wolseley 610
R 25 000
1976
Mercedes Benz 230/4
R 80 000
1976
VW 1600
R 25 000
1967
VW 1300
R 30 000
1976
VW 1600S
R 35 000
1949
Fiat Topolino
R 25 000
1982
Vespa with Side-car
R 50 000
1982
Vespa 150
R 25 000
1953
BMW 250
R 35 000
1956
BMW 250
R 30 000
1964
BMW 500
R 30 000
Please note: No responsibility taken for incorrect prices,
model info, etc....
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MARCH 2013
STARS OF SANDSTONE 2013 STEAM HERITAGE FESTIVAL
The Sandstone Heritage Trust is pleased to announce its annual Steam and Heritage gathering will take place from 4 – 12
May 2013. We will be celebrating the centenary of the Kerr-Stuart NG4, a well-designed and very iconic tank engine built
specifically for the Alfred County Railway and delivered in 1913. Our NG4 will play a prominent role in the activities and
celebrations throughout the festival.
This will include a round the clock programme of 2-ft Narrow Gauge steam throughout the festival, accompanied by
traction engines, military vehicles, our world-renowned teams of Afrikaner oxen, classic vehicles, tractors, steam lorries, as
well as some surprises that will catch photographers off guard.
This event will see the inauguration of our night train “The Starlight Express”
The all-inclusive fee for the 8 day event is R8500 plus VAT per person, including all meals but excluding
accommodation. To receive further information please contact Babita Nathoo on [email protected]
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CENTENARY CAR CLUB
P O BOX 6975, WESTGATE 1734
GOODWILL RUN MOTOR SHOW – 12 MAY 2013
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You are cordially invited to the third Goodwill Run Motor Show that will take place on the 12 of May 2013 at the premises of President
Hyper Krugersdorp.
Please bring along any unspoiled food items and/or a blanket(s). All the items that we collect on this Motor Show will be handed to The
Gateway School in Ruimsig. It is a school for learners with special educational needs (LSEN) dedicated to preparing learners to live a
dignified life and assisting them to reaching their full potential.
Your contribution will be immeasurable and it will make a difference in many lives. If you know of anyone else that might be interested to
join us, please forward this invitation on to them.
Confirmation of your attendance will be greatly appreciated.
Herman Pienaar
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Herman Pienaar Snr
Tel: 011 764 2154
Cell: 084 944 9332
President Square
President Hyper Krugersdorp
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An invitation to ride a motorcycle in the seventh Century…..
This non-competitive Century Run motorcycle event which began with a handful of participants at Century City in Cape
Town is now being held in all the major centres in South Africa. Two years ago we enjoyed the participation of a machine
100 years old, and this year will witness a few more.
At present the goals are in place to host a run with 100 machines, and it will be interesting to see which city achieves this
first, although the bulk of old machines most definitely is in Johannesburg. A special certificate will be issued for the
winners of this achievement.
Another goal is the double century, or the combined age of rider and machine which equals 200 years! The winner of this
accolade will receive the Methuselah certificate.
In Cape Town, the “Century Run” is an informal gathering and the +/-100 km run will feature motorcycles and riders whose
combined ages exceed 100 years (to qualify for a certificate), and is open to the public. This growing event celebrates the
camaraderie and fun aspect of motorcycling of a bygone era. All marques, including sidecar and motor scooters are
welcome to this event which will take place on Sunday, 24 March 2013.
The event will start at a venue In Century City, situated on the northern side at the entrance next to Montague Gardens.
The departure point will be next to the second traffic circle Inside Century City (from the entrance at Bosmansdam Road),
where participants are encouraged to register from 08:00 hours to leave at 10:00 hours and entry is free. A mobile
breakfast/coffee kiosk will be at the departure point.
The routes planned for the run will be through tarred roads in the scenic Contermanskloof/Durbanville Winelands and hills
beyond. There will be three routes to choose from, the shortest one being 16 km long, and created to encourage really old
machines to participate without placing too much strain on machine and rider alike. The other routes are 44 km and 98 km
long, and all three will culminate at the Multi Motor club in Parow, where a bring and braai is planned (fires provided as
well as a cash bar).
There will be riders in excess of 80 years of age. All relevant data will be furnished at the braai, as well as finisher’s
certificates, with floating trophies for the rider and machine boasting the highest sum of ages, as well as the rider with the
highest difference of ages, where the rider is younger than the bike. The latter encourages the younger generation to
engage in vintage motorcycling.
In Cape Town, the Cape Vintage Motorcycle Club has challenged the Triumph Owners Club for the highest combined total
of years scored (the CVMC won the Magnum of vintage wine last year). Club membership is not a prerequisite to
participate, and you can elect which club you support on the day. Please note that pillion and/or sidecar passengers will not
have their ages added. If you trail your bike to the event, they can be parked adjacent to the departure point, on the
understanding that they will be collected before 2 PM later in the day.
Participants wishing to be presented with certificates will need to ride models manufactured on or before 31 December
1993. This means that you will need to be 80 years young to ride a 1993 machine! By the same token, a licensed 18 year old
will need to ride a 1931 machine to qualify for a certificate!
T-shirts sporting the logo with the words ‘I rode a motorcycle the 7th Century’ will be available at R60 each and must be
ordered in advance. You must complete the event to obtain a T-shirt.
Further details from Eddie 082 5684913, Chris 084 7131237 or Brian 082 6823116 or email
[email protected]
1909 NSU Imp
1908 Triumph Model H
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RECENTLY SEEN IN JUNK YARDS IN SOUTH AFRICA
A 1961 Daimler Majestic Major with a 4.7 litre V8 in restorable condition in a junkyard near Mooikloof, Pretoria
Prime Minister John Vorster’s Mercedes-Benz Limo in the background & one of two Dodge Bakkies in the same Yard
The other Dodge Bakkie and two Wolseley Sedans also in the Junkyard near Mooikloof, Pretoria East.
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SHAUN TYLER’S JUNKYARD “GLOBAL SPARES” NEAR PETIT
An early Austin Sedan and body parts galore for all motor car makes at Shaun Tyler’s Junkyard “Global Spares” near Petit
More cars at Shaun Tyler’s Junkyard “Global Spares” near Petit
SHAUN TYLER CAN BE CONTACTED ON CELL 083 325 4285
IF ANY SAVVA MEMBERS KNOW ABOUT OLD CARS LYING ABOUT IN
OTHER JUNKYARDS IN SOUTH AFRICA WE WILL APPRECIATE
PHOTOGRAPHS AND DETAILS WHICH COULD HELP MEMBERS TO
FIND INTERESTING CARS TO RESTORE OR SPARES FOR THOSE THEY
ARE BUSY RESTORING