What`s in this edition - Rolls-Royce Owners` Club Of Australia
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What`s in this edition - Rolls-Royce Owners` Club Of Australia
The Northern Spirit March 2015 The views expressed in this publication are those of each author and not necessarily those of the Rolls-Royce Owners’ Club of Australia. Club mailing address: PO Box 242, Spring Hill Qld 4004 What’s in this edition President’s Report .........................................................................................................................................................................2 Calendar of Events ........................................................................................................................................................................3 A Visit to Riviera Yacht Factory and Club.............................................................................................................................4 Market Place....................................................................................................................................................................................6 Golden Oldies Run 19 April .......................................................................................................................................................7 David Hack Classic Meet 3 May ...............................................................................................................................................8 National Motoring Heritage Day 17 May .............................................................................................................................9 Brisbane Bentley News ............................................................................................................................................................ 11 NBS News & Tips ......................................................................................................................................................................... 12 Page 1 of 12 The Northern Spirit March 2015 President’s Report I would like to thank Glenn Cuffe for doing a great job organising the run to Riviera Factory and Restaurant. We had a great turnout so thanks to all who participated. Our March run on 22 March is to the Scenic Rim Robotic Dairy and lunch at View Kitchen. It would be lovely to see you all come along. Check your calendars. April is the Golden Oldies run to Sketches Restaurant at Ravensbourne, with a morning tea stop at Fernvale. Everyone with an old car please bring it along and of course all of you with newer models are more than welcome. I am going up over Mt Glorious to Fernvale! My Rolls-Royce 20/25 is now 80 years old and I am 55. So in respect to James Radley and Rolls-Royce I am going to do a mini, very mini, Alpenfahrt! Please feel free to join me. Start at Samford Pub at 8:30am. Allowing 1¼ hours to Fernvale where we meet the other members at 9:45 at Fernvale Memorial Park for morning tea. Call me or send an email if you would love to join me. Especially if you have a pre war car and especially if you have a Ghost! Yes, you modern cars are welcome too, but Barry must wear his lederhosen. On a more serious note - a number of members have asked if anything more is being done about the Queensland Branch having a clubhouse. You will recall that at the General Meeting held in March 2014 a motion was passed in favour of the Branch Management Committee acquiring a Clubhouse at some time but did not pass the second motion to authorise the club to purchase the property on offer, namely Unit 1, 40 Leonard Crescent, Brendale. Since that time the Management Committee have regularly discussed the matter of an acquisition. A property such as Unit 1, Leonard Crescent, required outgoings of about $7000 per annum on top of any borrowings to fund the purchase. Reference to the last two Annual Financial Statements shows the Branch tends to generally break even over the year with the current level of income and expenditure. It could not fund the borrowings and outgoings at the current level of income. Accordingly, the Management Committee have concluded that a clubhouse would only be viable if a benefactor(s) donates the funds to purchase a property or donates a suitable building and in addition there is an identified source of income to cover the outgoings to insure the financial security of the Branch. A rent-free lease might be considered but again any outgoings would need to have an identified source of funds. A lease however may well be short term and any Branch expenditure would be sunken funds. So, in the absence of a benefactor(s) the Management Committee will not be actively pursuing the acquisition of a Branch Clubhouse at this time, but the motion passed at the March 2014 General Meeting enables the Management Committee to move on an acquisition should circumstances change. That said we would take any proposal back to a General Meeting of Members of the Branch for their consideration prior to any acquisition. I trust this clarifies things for all. Happy Motoring Ian Maitland President RROC Queensland Page 2 of 12 The Northern Spirit March 2015 Calendar of Events Sunday 22 March Tour the Scenic Rim Milk Factory/Farm at Beaudesert. Followed by lunch at the Valley Kitchen, Kooralbyn. Friday 3 April The NSW Overland group on their way to 2015 National Rally in Western Australia reach Roma, Queensland on Good Friday. Sunday 19 April Golden Oldies run to Ravensbourne with lunch at Sketches Cafe 30 April – 4 May 57th Federal Rally in Fremantle, WA. Sunday 3 May David Hack Classic Meet at Toowoomba City Airport. North Toowoomba Rotary Club invitation Sunday 17 May National Motoring Heritage Day at Queens Park, Ipswich Sunday 8 June TBC: Angelhurst Village Charity Day, Tamborine Sunday 28 June Navigation run Sunday 26 July Concours de Elegance at Ormiston House Sunday 23 August Family Day at Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium Sunday 20 September 35th annual All British Day, Tennyson Sunday 27 September Annual General Meeting of RROC-Q - venue TBA Sunday 18 October TBA Sunday15 November TBA Sunday 6 December Christmas function at Brookwater Golf Club Page 3 of 12 The Northern Spirit March 2015 A Visit to Riviera Yacht Factory and Club Words by Glenn Cuffe, photos by Brian Carson The Branch event for February proved popular with 68 members and guests in 20 Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars attending the Riviera Yacht Factory and Club on the banks of the Coomera River, about halfway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Riviera Yachts is the biggest producer of luxury production yachts in Australia and has a significant export business throughout South East Asia and the Americas. The site of some 14 hectares contains a training school for staff as well as various factory buildings. The factory employs 400 people and makes every boat from scratch, with a standard series of models which can be modified to meet the preferences and tastes of the owners. Chris Attard, Riviera Production Manager, and three of his staff, divided the group into four to do the walking tour of the various parts of the factory. We were able to see in the various sheds the production line and process from the initial hull moulds, decks, the mating of these two components, followed by the engine and fuel tank fitting, interior components, instrumentation, cabinet work, soft furnishings and the stainless steel work. This was followed by an inspection of four completed yachts that had undergone acceptance testing and were moored alongside the Riviera Yacht Club on the banks of the Coomera River. It is fair to comment that the tour was an eye opener for all, especially the management of the complexity of the process and the high quality of the finished products emerging from the various stages of the production line. After the tour we dined at the Riviera Yacht Club, which was established to cater for Riviera owners and guests. It was a club event with a difference which appeared to strike an accord with all who attended. Page 4 of 12 The Northern Spirit March 2015 Page 5 of 12 The Northern Spirit March 2015 Market Place TNS Market Place is a free service for Queensland financial members who wish to buy, sell or swap Rolls-Royce or Bentley related items: o Cars o Spare parts o Manuals o Books o Models o Wearables o Collectibles Send your Market Place notice to [email protected] The editor reserves the right to edit text and photos submitted. Wish to buy: tow bar assembly for Silver Spur or Spirit. Richard & Vicki Batty 0438 746 641 Page 6 of 12 The Northern Spirit March 2015 Golden Oldies Run 19 April To Ravensbourne with lunch at Sketches Cafe Event organiser: Graham Singer For people coming from North For people coming from South 9:30 am Meet at BP, 1112 D’Aguilar Highway, Wamuran. South 27 2’ 20.0292” East 152 51’ 32.256” 9:45 am Meet at Fernvale Memorial Park, Brisbane Valley Highway, Fernvale - opposite the Old Fernvale Bakery. South 27 27’ 15.6888” East 152 39’ 4.6368” BYO morning tea. BYO morning tea. 10:00 am depart Wamuran 10:45 depart Fernvale To Ravensbourne via Woodford, Kilcoy and Esk To Ravensbourne via Coominya and Esk 12:00 arrive at Sketches Restaurant and Café, Sketches Mountain Resort, 3142 Hampton-Esk Road, Ravensbourne 12:30 pm Lunch Lunch: Lunch is a two course meal: Main course (alternate drop): Macadamia nut encrusted barramundi with a mango, chilli & coriander dressing. Served with beer battered chips and Sketches garden salad 300g rump steak served with gravy, beer battered chips and Sketches garden salad Dessert (alternate drop): Individual pavlova topped with fresh whipped cream and fresh fruit Homemade apple pie served with hot custard Tea and coffee making facilities. Any other drinks are pay for yourself. Children’s menu: choice of chicken nuggets, nachos, battered fish, ham & pineapple pizza, or cheese & bacon pizza. And a can of soft drink. Lunch Cost: $28.00 per adult $11.00 per child http://ravensbourneescape.com.au/cafe Enquiries to event organisers Ian Maitland [email protected] 0498 647 275 Graham Singer [email protected] 0427 117 528 Bookings to club secretary, Glenn Cuffe PO Box 242, Spring Hill Qld 4002 or email booking details to [email protected] Direct banking details are on the booking slip accompanying this newsletter, however you still need to send your booking details to the Secretary. RSVP by Wednesday 15 April 2015 Page 7 of 12 The Northern Spirit March 2015 David Hack Classic Meet 3 May Members of the Rotary Club of Toowoomba North look forward to your participation and invite you to stay until the conclusion of the event for the benefit and enjoyment of the paying public. Strictly no pets. Attractions Classic vintage cars Classic modern cars Historic trucks Military vehicles Racing cars Motorcycles Warbirds and classic planes Adventure flights Timings Exhibitors of vintage and modern cars - assemble between 8 am and 9 am Registration forms available at the gate Classic Meet starts at 8:00 am Presentation of trophies 1:30 pm Classic Meet finishes at 2:30 pm Location Aerotec Hangar, Toowoomba City Airport, Spitfire Street, Toowoomba Fees Exhibitors: $10 per person (maximum $20 per exhibitor car) Public admission: $15 per adult children under 12 are free $45 capped fee for family (2 adults & teenagers) Fees payable on the day to Toowoomba North Rotary. The proceeds benefit Blue Care, Careflight, Leukaemia Foundation and other charities. More information at http://therotaryclub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/David-Hack-Flyer-2015-version-Feb-15.pdf Page 8 of 12 The Northern Spirit March 2015 National Motoring Heritage Day 17 May Event run by QHMC RROC-Q organisers: Ian Warnett and Greg Skinner Drive and display your Rolls-Royce or Bentley and have a fun day and “share the passion” with the public Attractions on the day at Queens Park: Japanese themed Nerima Gardens Lions Lookout - fantastic view of Ipswich framed by Cunningham’s Gap and the Great Dividing Range Queens Park Nursery Children’s playground (key for wheel chair access to the Liberty Swing is available from Queens Park Café, phone: (07) 3281 5167) Ipswich Nature Centre - native animals (eg bilbies, emus, quolls, snakes, wallabies, wombats), rainforest bird aviary, and baby farm animals Environmental Education Centre Especially for the National Motoring Heritage Day:o Roving entertainment o Lions/Rotary catering o Coffee van o Relevant trade stalls, eg Shannon’s Insurance Whilst there is no entrance fee registration is required and can be done online at http://fs12.formsite.com/discoverIpswich/form15/index.html Or ring Ian Warnett on 0419 730 668 or Greg Skinner on 0417 748 789 We will need to travel in convoy to Queens Park so we will be meeting at the Redbank Plaza northern car park and departing at 9:00 am so that we can be parked by no later than 9:30 am Looking forward to seeing a good number of our members for a fun day out All display vehicles have to register and have to agree to “bring cardboard or something similar to protect the lawn at Queens Park from possible oil leakage”. More information - http://qhmc.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/nmhd-flyer-2015-colour.pdf Locations & Timings: 8:30 am Meet in the northern car park of Redbank Plaza, Collingwood Drive, Redbank 9:00 am Depart Redbank Plaza and proceed in convoy to Queens Park 9:30 am Park in a group as a club at Queens Park, Goleby Avenue, Ipswich Enquiries about RROC-Q arrangements to Ian Warnett [email protected] 0419-730-668 Greg Skinner [email protected] 0417- 748-789 Page 9 of 12 Register your historic display vehicle with QHMC using the ICC webform before the day http://fs12.formsite.com/discoverIpswich/f orm15/index.html The Northern Spirit March 2015 Page 10 of 12 The Northern Spirit March 2015 Brisbane Bentley News Bentley has commenced 2015 in a prodigious position, continuing on from impressive 2014 results, this year holds many exciting announcements for the brand. Recently, Bentley unveiled bold visions of luxury and performance, unveiling the EXP 10 Speed 6 concept at the Salon International De Láuto 2015 and continues to work to deliver the first luxury SUV, Bentley Bentayga, set to be revealed to the world later this year, the waitlist to order is now filling with the first Bentayga due to arrive in Australia in early 2016. Locally, Bentley Brisbane is just weeks away from receiving in the showroom the awaited Bentley V8 S Concours Edition in onyx metallic black and glacier blue. Further, we recently hosted owners at the 2015 Formula 1 Rolex Australian Grand Prix in the Bentley Studio which was a weekend to remember and the perfect experience for Bentley owners to enjoy the opening of the racing season. Bentley Brisbane in May (21-31) will partner with Princess Yachts to display a range of Bentleys for their Luxury Lifestyle Display, on the superb Sovereign Island Marina, exuding a partnership of true luxury. The pre-owned market for Bentley is in very high demand. We are fortunate to have in the showroom a 2007 Bentley Continental GT 60 Coupe in diamond black, travelling only 29,000 km and valued at $189,900 plus on road and a classic 2004 Bentley Arnage Black Label in silver with 70,069 km and valued $149,990 plus on road. These are just two available vehicles, we welcome you into the showroom to look at the entire range, or if you are thinking of selling your Bentley or Rolls-Royce, please be in contact with Scott Newland, Sales Manager (contact details below). Bentley unveils bold visions of luxury and performance Bentley unveils the future direction of luxury and performance with the EXP 10 Speed 6 concept at the 2015 Geneva International Motor Show. The concept is a British interpretation of a high performance two seater sports car. From the racing success of the company’s early years to the international motorsport success of today, ‘speed’ is and will always be part of Bentley’s DNA. This inspiration is articulated throughout the EXP 10 Speed 6, where the iconic Bentley design cues are united with progressive craftsmanship techniques and modern day technologies. Copper elements are used as accents to both exterior and interior features to highlight the performance hybrid potential of the concept’s advanced new powertrain. Performance goals including top speed are set to challenge competitors and define a new segment benchmark. Wolfgang Dürheimer, Chairman and Chief Executive of Bentley Motors comments: “Making its global debut at the Geneva Show, the EXP 10 Speed 6 is the ultimate expression of our vision for Bentley’s future – a powerful, exquisite and individual concept. This one car showcases modern automotive design, highly skilled British handcrafting, the finest materials and advanced performance technology. This is not just a new sports car concept – but the potential Bentley of sports cars – a bold vision for a brand with a bold future,” To enquire about the EXP 10 Speed 6 Concept or any Bentley model contact Bentley Brisbane General Sales Manager, Scott Newland on (07) 3257 7222 or [email protected]. Do you have a story to tell? Send submissions to [email protected] Page 11 of 12 The Northern Spirit March 2015 NBS News & Tips NBS SERVICES Classic Car Servicing & Maintenance ABN: 11 112 772 059 March 2015 NBS SERVICES specialises in the servicing and care of fine automobiles. We offer maintenance, servicing and restoration facilities for your classic Rolls-Royce or Bentley motor vehicle. We can also service and maintain your every-day car! Expressions of interest are invited on the following vehicles: 1952 Bentley “R” type manual .........................................................................................$60,000 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith – auto, Park Ward .........................................................$38,000 1955 Bentley ‘R’ Type - Automatic partly dismantled .....................................................$25,000 1973 Rolls-Royce Corniche Drop Head Coupe ................................................................$95,000 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II 75th anniversary model ...........................................$28,000 1988 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur ...........................................................................................$28,000 1991 Bentley Turbo R .......................................................................................................$25,000 Now In Stock We stock a range of new and second hand Rolls-Royce and Bentley parts. Parts for sale White Wall Tyres to suit Silver Shadow & Silver Spirit. Rubber boots to fit carburettor solenoid – Silver Shadow Bosch fog lamps to fit Silver Spirit Helpful Hint RR 363 brake fluid Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow, T series and derivatives require Castrol brake oil RR 363 for their brake and suspension system. For some time this brake oil has been hard to come by. NBS Services does use and stock RR 363 fluid. The factory [Crewe genuine parts] recommends the use of RR 363 brake oil. But for emergency top up, the use of Dot 3 brake oil is allowed and should be drained and flushed as soon as possible. RR 363 brake oil is specially designed and manufactured for these vehicles. When topping up the brake reservoir it is important to let the vehicle run and idle for four (4) minutes to allow the system to pressurise. BREAKDOWN SERVICE: Phone Steve on 0409 475 648 NBS Services workshop is located at Unit 1, 356 Bilsen Road, Geebung, QLD, 4034 Phone: (07) 3865 3062 Fax: (07) 3865 3067 Postal address: PO BOX 325, Ferny Hills QLD 4055 Email: [email protected] Page 12 of 12