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At the 7th Annual Wine Country Concours
held by the Inland Empire Jaguar Club October 2, 2010 (The Idyllwild Inn, Idyllwild, CA.) Congratulations Ken!
Congratulations David!
David Levy's XKE scored 100 points at the JCNA Concours back east last summer. His goal of perfection and dedication is an incredible task and a fabulous accomplishment. Keep up the good work and congratulations David!
Eric Van Nice’s 1968 Fiat Abarth 1300 receives
Best Fiat in show Award Congratulations to Eric Van Nice for his 1968 Fiat Abarth 1300 that received Best Fiat in show, competing against 85 Fiats at the 2010 Best of France and Italy car show. This car show took place at Woodley Park in Van Nuys California on November 7, 2010.
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The greatly anticipated first annual Del Mar Concours d'Elegance was held on October 17th, 2010 at one of the world's most beautiful locations, the Del Mar Fairgrounds and Racetrack along the Solana Beach coast, just north of San Diego, California. Despite light rainfall throughout the day, the event was a tremendous success. It was well attended, displaying automotive excellence from all over the greater San Diego area. A good friend to Classic Showcase, Ken Smith, was honored with Best of Show for his outstanding 1961 Rolls Royce Phantom V James Young Sedanca de Ville. Tom Krefetz received a 2nd place award in the Class 4A British Division for his 1965 Jaguar Series l E-type and Colin Seid took home a 3rd place trophy in the Class 4A British Division for his 1964 Austin Healey BJ8. A great time was had by all in attendance. We are looking forward to another spectacular Concours next year and if you are in the San Diego area, this is an event you should not miss!
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Restoration Finish
This Jaguar has recently completed a comprehensive and fully documented restoration to a Show/Driver level by Classic Showcase. It is a numbers matching example with a California black plate and comes with a Heritage Certificate of Authenticity. It has been restored to its original color combination of Opalescent Light Blue with Dark Blue interior and a Dark Blue cloth convertible top. The restoration of this vehicle to a Show/Driver level included the following: First, we fully disassembled and documented the vehicle. Then the body was stripped to bare metal, we metal worked the body and fit all body parts and chrome. We sealed, primer, painted the base coat, clear coat, color sanded and buffed all body panels individually off the car to perfection. We installed new rubber, seals, grommets and gaskets. All trim and brite work was replaced or re-plated. A new proper interior was custom made, fit, installed and includes leather sport seats and original wood steering wheel. The engine and transmission have been completely rebuilt. We rebuilt the carburetor, restored the radiator and gas tank. A new exhaust system was fabricated and installed. All mechanical components were gone through and brought back to exact factory specifications. We serviced, repaired or replaced the hydraulic system and suspension. The chassis was restored and other parts restored and refinished as needed. This is an ideal example for the Jaguar collector to add to their collection, drive, enjoy and compete in their favorite Concours.
This 1966 Jaguar XKE Series I 4.2 FHC has recently completed a comprehensive and fully documented restoration to a Show/ Driver level by Classic Showcase. Included in the restoration process the vehicle was stripped to bare metal, placed on a rotisserie, metal finished, leaded, all body parts fitted to the car and chrome, prepared for primer, sealer, paint, base, clear, color sanded and buffed to a fabulous finish. It received a new windshield and door glass. All mechanical systems and components were gone through, serviced, restored or replaced as needed. The engine and transmission was rebuilt back to factory specifications as well as the rear end and suspension. All other systems such as the electrical system, hydraulic system, cooling system and fuel system were restored or replaced and the car received all new rubber and a complete new wire loom. The car also received a new correct exhaust system, new battery, the gas tank was epoxy sealed and the radiator has been restored. All chrome was re-plated. The car received a complete new custom tailored and fit interior in the correct materials by our upholstery department. A DVD of the restoration process will accompany the vehicle. It features a factory replacement head, but all other numbers are matching. This Jaguar is an excellent example to drive, enjoy and compete in your favorite Concours.
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Under Restoration
This 1953 Jaguar XK120 FHC is a fabulous example to be restored to a Show/Driver level. It has previously received most of its nut and bolt correct and documents/receipts from all restoration work by Jaguar professionals, and Classic Showcase has purchased the car to see it through the completion of the restoration. In its previous restoration work the body was stripped to bare metal, metal worked, fit all body parts and chrome, sealed, primered, painted base coat, clear coat, color sanded and buffed. All mechanical systems and components were gone through and restored. Classic Showcase will check all prior mechanical work to ensure that the level of work and correctness to Jaguar factory specifications has been met or exceeded. Classic Showcase’s talented upholstery department will be custom trimming the interior with all new raw materials, fitting and installing a new complete interior to include all correct British materials, leather seats and new headliner. All new rubber seals and grommets will be installed. All instruments will be restored, new stainless steel exhaust system installed, aluminum radiator and all brite work will be re-plated. It features a 4 speed transmission, wire wheels and documents/ receipts from all previous restoration work. A DVD of the restoration will accompany the car. Upon completion of the restoration, with no expense spared, this will be a superb example ready to enjoy, drive, campaign and compete in your favorite Concours.
This 1967 Porsche 911S Soft Window Targa is very rare and highly collectible. There were few of these vehicles manufactured from the factory, and even fewer still in existence today. This Porsche is currently undergoing a complete and fully documented restoration to a Show/Driver level by Classic Showcase. The restoration of this vehicle to a Show/Driver level will include the following: Fully disassemble and document the vehicle. Body stripped to bare metal, metal work the body, fit all body parts and chrome, seal, primer, paint base coat, clear coat, color sand and buff all body panels individually off the car to perfection. New rubber, seals, grommets and gaskets, all trim and brite work will be replaced or re-plated. A new proper interior will be custom made, fit and installed and will include leather sport seats and original wood steering wheel. The engine and transmission will be completely rebuilt, rebuilt carburetor, restored radiator, gas tank, new exhaust system will be fabricated and installed. All mechanical components will be gone through and brought back to exact factory specifications. Service, repair or replace hydraulic system and suspension. The chassis will be restored and other parts restored and refinished as needed. All electrical components restored, serviced or replaced as needed. This will be a prime example for the avid Porsche collector to add to their collection.
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Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas 2010September 23-25, 2010, at Mandalay Bay Resort Barrett-Jackson only runs four of its world-famous collector car auctions each year. The final auction is one of its newer ones. This week is Barrett-Jackson’s Las Vegas auction which appropriately takes place on The Strip at the Mandalay Bay Resort. Every year, millions of people drop billions of dollars in casinos looking to win the big jackpot. At Barrett-Jackson, car buyers will spend millions of dollars hoping to hit the jackpot by buying the car of their dreams or a collector car that will increase in value. So here are ten of my favorite cars from this week’s auction that will at least be cool for the lucky buyer that hits the auction block jackpot. View the complete results here. - Sports Car Digest
RM Auctions
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1964 Aston Martin DB5 Sold for £2,912,000 Only known remaining of the two DB5s which appeared on-screen in Goldfinger and Thunderball; offered to the public for the first time from its original ex-factory owner; original condition with all movie gadgets intact; subject of a book titled, 'The Most Famous Car in the World'. |
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1966 Ferrari 365 California Spyder Sold for £739,200 |
1931 Bentley 8-Litre Open Tourer Sold for £756,000 |
1956 Maserati 200SI Sold for $2,640,000 |
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1938 Talbot-Lago T23 Teardrop Coupe Sold for £1,792,000 |
1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Coupe Sold for £420,000 |
1967 Toyota 2000GT Targa Sold for £179,200 |
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- I am looking to purchase a Classic Jaguar for myself and my wife. What is the difference in the driver’s comfort in the seats between the early XKE’s and the late XKE’s?
Rich Erath Asked-Napa Valley, CA
Tom Says:
The early XKE has a Bale Seat that looks great but does not recline and is not real comfortable for larger people. The late series I seats are bigger and much more comfortable. Series II seats have a back that recline and in the late series II they have backs that recline and have head rests. Series III seats are even more comfortable then series II seats.
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Why did Jaguar stop making covered headlights in 1967?
Bob Leonard- San Diego, CA
Tom Says:
Federal auto equipment and safety regulations came into effect in 1967 and they felt that the glare was too high and that it would distract on-coming traffic. Jaguar was no longer able to import any vehicles with covered headlights to the United States. The headlights were changed primarily to accommodate the American market.
- How do I purchase a Heritage Certificate for my Jaguar?
Joe West- Phoenix, AZ
Tom Says:
If you are a member of a JCNA club, you can purchase them at a reduced price. If you go to the JCNA website, www.jcna.com, there is information there on how to purchase the certificate. You will need proof of ownership of the Jaguar and then you will need to fill out a form and send in your payment. Next, you will receive a proof to verify that your information matches the car and once they have the proof signed off, the original certificate will be mailed to you.
- Will the E-types appreciate in value next year as it will be the 50th anniversary for E-types?
Carl White- Florida
Tom Says:
Yes, the E-type has made a significant impact in the sports car market and people all over are fascinated with the E-type. They are harder to find and the best examples are demanding the best prices in the market.
| Dates | Event Description |
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| Dec 30, 2010 - Jan 2, 2011 |
San Diego Convention Center |
| January 14-15, 2011 |
Jan 14, 2011 - Jan 15, 201s1 |
| January 15-23, 2011 |
Detroit, MI USA |
| January 17 - 23, 2011 |
Barrett-Jackson Auction Scottsdale, AZ, USA |
| January 19 -23, 2011 |  |
| January 21 -22, 2011 |
Automobiles of Arizona Phoenix |
| January 21 - 22, 2011 |
Gooding & Company Auction Scottsdale |
| Febuary 26-27, 2011 |
Desert Classic Concours d'Elegance We invite you to experience the 4th annual Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance at the legendary La Quinta Resort and Club, in the greater Palm Springs area. Enjoy classic cars, exclusive art and collectibles, high fashion, fine wine and exceptional food, set amidst the Resort’s lushly landscaped grounds at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains. A celebration of beauty, art, design and engineering, this premier motorsports lifestyle event culminates with the prestigious Concours d’Elegance, Sunday, February 27, 2011. La Quinta, California, USA |
| Febuary 18- 20, 2011 |
Atlantic City Auction CONTACT INFORMATION |
| February 26, 2011 |
San Diego Jaguar Club - SURF AND TURF 4 “All Things British” Save the date! Surf and Turf 4 returns in February and promises to be another “fan favorite” event. Over the last three years we have entertained nearly 400 guests and had 180 cars participate in our annual Orange County fun rally and lunch. Join us this year for another fun event. We’ll meet again at Cars and Coffee in Irvine where we are lining up some very special automobiles for your viewing pleasure. Then we will tour some of the OC’s best back roads whilst puzzling out the answer to this year’s British themed Trivia Quiz. We’ll end up at an authentic British Pub for lunch (free again!) of fish and chips, bangers and mash and your favorite British libations. This year’s raffle will again benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Orange County. February 26, 2011 |
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| Febuary 25-27, 2011 |  Boca Raton Concours d' Elegance The fifth annual Boca Raton Concours d'Elegance, which will be held on February 25-27, 2011, will spotlight the 100th anniversary of the Indianapolis 500 and will feature Jay Leno as a special guest, who will be in attendance to receive an award. |
| March 2011 | The JCNA celebration of the 50th anniversary of the E-Type is being coordinated by Bryan Williams, North Central regional director, and me, Candy Williams, JCNA publicity chair. More information about JCNA's celebration will be made available at the 2010 AGM in Indianapolis March 26-27. If your club is planning special activities in conjunction with this anniversary, please contact me at allwrite2@aol.com for possible inclusion of your event in the Jaguar Journal and News Update E-Newsletter at jcna.com. |
| March 4-6, 2011 |
March 4th-6th |
| March 11-12, 2011 |
RM Auctions returns to the beautiful grounds of the Amelia Island Ritz Carlton Hotel to host the annual auction of vintage motor cars in conjunction with the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance. |
| March 11-13, 2011 |
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Amelia Island, FL |
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| March 25-27, 2011 |
Jaguar Clubs of North America will be holding its 53rd Annual General Meeting in March of 2011. The Jaguar Club of Virginia is proud to have been selected to host this distinguished event. We have contracted with The Virginia Crossing Resort to be our headquarters. This will be a spectacular setting, which we anticipate will attract much attention and high attendance. JCNA Board members will arrive Thursday evening, March 24. Friday will be devoted to the JCNA Board meeting during the day, followed by a reception that evening for the delegates and attendees. We are approaching Jaguar Cars to speak at the reception, and discuss any new Sports cars. Saturday, March 26, will be the AGM, followed by a grand banquet. This banquet will feature early remembrances of the introduction of the E-type as presented by Norman Dewis. North American awards will be presented. Click here for more info |
| March 26 - 27, 2011 |
The JCNA celebration of the 50th anniversary of the E-Type is being coordinated by Bryan Williams, North Central regional director, and me, Candy Williams, JCNA publicity chair.
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| April 30- May 1 , 2011 |
Seabrook, TX |
| April 1, 2011 |
St Ptersburg, FL |
| April 3, 2011 |  2011 La Jolla Motor Car Classic Historic La Jolla, California has long been the destination for the finer things in life. Breathtaking coastlines, exceptional cuisine, elegant homes, exquisite shopping and of course fine automobiles have been staples in this luxurious locale since the 1880s. La Jolla Historical Society will pay tribute to some of the world's finest automobiles on Sunday, April 3, 2011 from 9:00 am to 3:00 PM at the 7th Annual La Jolla Motor Car Classic, at the beautiful La Jolla Cove. Click here for more information |
| May 1, 2011 |
Greystone Mansion Concours d'Elegance |
| June 8-12, 2011 |
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| June 11-12, 2011 | The Elegance at Hershey Hershey, PA |
| July 06, 2011 |
Jaguar Association of Central Ohio 2011 Challenge Championship Crowne Plaza Hotel (Columbus - Dublin) , 600 Metro Place North, Dublin Jaguar Association of Central Ohio is proud to be hosting the J.C.N.A. Challenge Championship in 2011. The event will take place in conjunction with our annual show with the Arthritis Foundation and is shaping up to be our best ever event. For this year only, the show will be a 4-day event running from July 6 to July 9, 2011. Along with the usual Concours there will be a rally and a slalom, as well as a chance to meet, and compete, with cars from all over the country. |
| July 06, 2011 |
San Diego Jaguar Club Spanish Landing Park , San Diego All are invited to attend the San Diego Jaguar Club's 47th annual Concours d'Elegance at beautiful Spanish Landing Park in San Diego. Check our website for more information and a registration form at www.sdjag.com. |
| July 29, 2011 | Illinois Jaguar Club E - Type Extravaganza Pheasant Run Resort , St Charles |
| July 31, 2011 |  25th Annual Dana Point Concours Join us for this special annual event on the lawn at Lantern Bay. |
- Don't let the winter months cause unnecessary damage to your classic. If you plan to store your classic this winter, follow these simple precautions to keep your baby safe and happy.
1. Drain the petrol. If you do not, then add a few drops of additive so your gasoline in the tank will not break down or go bad and cause problems to the carburetors or fuel pump. Marvell Mystery Oil is an amazing product and you'll find it works wonders. To add oil to the gas, put a small amount into the cylinders.
2. Disconnect the battery. If it is very cold, remove the battery completely and place on a trickle charger.
3. Place your vehicle on jack stands. This will save your tires from getting a flat spot from sitting. If you don't have access to a stand then slightly over inflate the tires to compensate for the amount of time they won't be in use.
4. Make sure the car has plenty of anti-freeze.
5. Keep your classic in a dry environment; if possible a climate controlled one. Never store a car on the dirt. When wet it can cause rust. Always try to park your car on the pavement.
6. Finally, give her one last polish, put a car cover on, say your goodbye, and put her away until you are ready to take the scenic route again.
In the Next Issue:
Conclusion and highlights on Desert Classic Concours d' Elegance.
Classic Showcase Updates on RM, Gooding and Barrett Jackson auctions. Highlights and photos in the next issue.
Updates on Restorations in progress and
Ask Tom.
 www.jcna.com 1-888-CLUBJAG (258-2524) |
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 www.xks.com Toll-Free: (800) 444-JAGS (5247) International: (805) 544-7864 |
 www.pca.org 1-703-321-2111 |
 www.porsche356club.org |
 www.ferrariclubofamerica.org 1-800-328-0444 |
 www.ferrariownersclub.org |
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