At first it seemed the dreary grey morning and public holiday would keep
the numbers small, but over 50 cars came to show, plus a good few moderns
there to spectate. The Porsche owners from Auckland put in a strong show,
forming a row of 911’s with several more cars dotted about the parking lot.
Some of the more notable cars were a Honda NSX, a bright Audi TT, a
Pontiac Solstice, 007’s Aston Martin, a Lotus and a very rare De Lorean.
There was the usual selection of Minis and interesting cars like the
Scimitar, a Lancia and a Renault Floride. Some American big-blocks rolled
in around 9am. This was one morning that if you missed it, you really missed
something special.
One MG owner encountered problems – stemming from a newly replaced part.
The boot sale section was busy as was the Diner. Car of the Day was awarded
to the De Lorean with a consolation 2nd to a Hillman Hunter station wagon.
Furthest Travelled was awarded to the Porsche guys who got some vouchers to
the Museum.
A crisp fine morning in Hamilton greeted all who attended the Classics Car
Meet and Breakfast at Classics Museum/JukeBox Diners. The fine morning seemed
to bring out a host of classic cars, many of which had not made an appearance
before at this meet. There was everything from Aston Martin and Bentleys to
Vauxhall Vivas and everything in between.
The JukeBox Diner Car of the Day prize was awarded to a very rare
1972 Opel Rekord Coupe, HB7554 and the runner-up cash prize from the Classics
Museum went to an equally rare 1975 Chevy Vega coupe, 75VEGA. Third place
went to a very nice modified Morris Minor, EPK696, with a Datsun motor and
uprated running gear. The Furthest Traveled prize went to some folks
from Rotorua. The fine morning also saw a lot of activity in the Classics
Boot Sale area and the cool morning saw the JukeBox Dinners Buffet Breakfast
and coffees going down very well.
Another very enjoyable event.
Richard Moore, President HVCCC.
Some rain was around but did not affect the outing for this run up to the
Caffeine & Gasoline at Hampton Downs. This was in conjunction with the
Auckland Triumph Club who showed up with a variety of models. The parking lot
was filled with all sorts of big block, super sportscars, souped-up engines
and paintjobs.
The McLaren Collection was open to us for a gold coin donation. It is
well worth the visit even at the normal $10 rate. The cafe area was very busy
and the track was open in sessions to those that prebooked. You went through
a briefing and then got 3 laps, everyone following the pace car.
The weather held and was perfect, apart from it being a bit freezing just
around sunrise. Sellers and buyers poured into the Classics Car Museum
grounds. Many people left with literal armloads of items they had found, often
returning for more. Allan kept up a live commentary, broken up with some
live music in the last hour or two.
Thank you to all the Club members who pitched in and did their bit.
Also a big thank you to the Air Force Cadets who helped with parking, and
sadly had to deal with some bad apples.
A foggy morning greeted participants in April's Classics Car Meet &
Boot Sale and Breakfast, but as the morning progressed the fog lifted and
the sun came out.
Considering it was in the middle of the Easter long weekend there was
a fantastic turnout of classic machinery from vintage to moderns on display
and when the sun came out so did the people. The public were out enjoying
the cars and the sunshine.
The Classics Boot Sale was also in evidence with a few bargains changing
hands and the JukeBox Diner was doing a roaring trade with its Buffet
Breakfast and coffee.
The JukeBox Diner car of the day was awarded to a very nice 1946 Ford
Coupe NHP 231. Classics Museum cash prizes were awarded as follows: runner-up
car of the day was a 1959 Ford Thunderbird KMU660. In 3rd place was a nicely
restored 1968 Renault Floride JSYNZ. The furthest travelled prize went to a
gentleman from Auckland who was driving a 1968 Holden Premier.
Another very enjoyable Classics Car Meet.
Richard Moore President HVCCC
The March Classics Car Meet and Boot Sale at the Classics Museum in
Frankton got off to a slow start. The overnight rain and threatening weather
forecast as well as the aftermath of Covid restrictions obviously put some
not so keen punters off. However those who did front up were treated to a
nice fine morning with a great selection of classics to view. Even with the
numbers being lower than usual there was still a varied selection of makes
and models on view. The boot sale vendor numbers were also down but again a
great range of automotive and related items was up for grabs. The JukeBox
Diner's breakfast and coffee were also selling well.
The JukeBox Diner Car of the Day was awarded to a very nice 1954
Sunbeam Talbot (BP4554). Classics Museum cash prizes were awarded as follows:
the runner-up Car of the Day was a 1962 Hillman Husky (EJG584). The
Lady owner of a Classic Car was awarded to Deb in her Mini (IM BEB),
and the Furthest Traveled award went to the owner of a white Mini
who had Travelled from Matamata.
Richard Moore President HVCCC
An excellent and challenging run, well organised by Graehame and Colleen. Two pages and 29 questions later we got together for lunch at the seaside in Kaiaua. From there, no questions, but some really out of the way unsealed routes took us to the Mangateparu Hall. All done by 3pm, and most folk got home to Hamilton by 4pm. Much car washing was in order and the run prizes were most appropriate.
The morning's activities got off to a slow start, probably due to the
fact that being in the middle of a long weekend folks were hoping for a
lie-in. However as the morning progressed there was a constant trickle of
cars into the car park. By mid morning the number had grown to what was
considered an above average turn out. As usual the monthly gathering
covered a broad range of classic makes and models including a vintage fire
engine.
The Classics Boot sale vendors numbers were also up on previous months
with some reporting good sales. The JukeBox Diner was also well patronised
with its buffet Breakfast and coffee. Another very successful Classics Car
Meet at Classics Museum in Frankton.
The JukeBox Diner car of the day was awarded to a 1985 Mustang [85MUZY].
The Classics Museum's cash prizes were awarded as follows: Runner-up car was
a 1967 Austin Mini [DH6349], 3rd place went to a very nicely presented 1980
Ford Falcon [5 PNT 8] and a prize for the youngest classic owner
went to a young gentleman driving a 1952 Ford Prefect [ACD137].
Richard Moore President HVCCC
The first Sunday in January is traditionally when most people are on
holiday or at the beach, but despite that and with the weather threatening,
a large number turned out with their classics to put on display and enjoy
one another's company. There was quite a variation of vehicles across the
range from vintage and classic including Japanese through to American muscle.
Despite the number of Classic Boot Sale sellers being down on previous
months, some vendors made good sales. The JukeBox Diner Buffet Breakfast
went down a treat as did their coffee.
The JukeBox Diner $50 voucher for car of the day was awarded to a very
nice black 1950 Ford convertible. The Classics Museum cash prize for runner
up went to a very tidy 1971 Austin Mini Ute and a couple from Bunnythorpe
received a cash prize for being the furthest travelled.
A great morning out and a great way to start the Classic Car year 2021.
Richard Moore President HVCCC
