Jaguar – WrAnTz

Classic Sunday – Breakfast Club

Last Sunday, 4th August, I visited the Goodwood Motor Racing Circuit for the last Breakfast Club of 2024. I was there with my son-in-law Jon.

The Breakfast Club meetings are held on a Sunday morning and are free to attend.

All the vehicles on display are privately owned and driven or ridden to the event.

They are their owners’ pride and joy, the results of many hours of restoration and care.

And, in many cases, the expenditure of many thousands of pounds well beyond the resale value of the vehicle.

Each Breakfast Club has a theme, and this time was no different. Classic Sunday was for cars and bikes that were registered before 1st January 1984.

According to the news letter I received a few days ago, this breakfast club attracted over a thousand vehicles.

Suffice to say, Jon and I only managed to view maybe two-thirds of the vehicles on display in the time available to us. The gates opened to the public at 08:00 and we had arrived about thirty minutes after. The event closed at noon. We would have needed another couple of hours to view the remaining exhibits.

This time, breakfast club visitors were treated musical entertainment in the form of the Chichester City Band

Jaguar Kougar ? Seems like a bit of cross breeding going on here. And there certainly is with the Kougar being a “kit” car of sorts.

The Citroen DS was possibly the most beautiful car of its era and certainly its aerodynamic design and innovative suspension came the closest to the 50’s imagined transport of the future.

This is a classic example of a Rat Rod of which there were several on display. Beauty, as they say, is in the eye of the beholder.

There were a number of Corvettes on display. Most of the more usual Stingray style, unlike this example.

The 2CV was introduced to help motorise the large number of farmers still using horses and carts in 1930s France. In addition, it had been designed to cross a freshly ploughed field with a basket full of eggs on the passenger’s seat without breaking them, because of the great lack of paved roads in France at the time.

Somehow I don’t think this bright orange example would meet that criteria.

This pretty rod is at the opposite end of the spectrum from the Rat Rod above.

Beautiful, with so much chrome to catch the eye. So, so stylish.

I suspect that the front of this car would fail so many of the modern day safety rules and regulations. Style has been sacrificed for safety.

Yet another beautiful car. Pretty sure I had some pressed steel clockwork cars that looked like this VW.

Precursor to the James Bond classic DB5

Classic american muscle car. Who can forget that ultimate movie car chase with Steve McQueen in Bullitt. Apparently the real “Bullitt” Mustang sold for $3.74 million.

More muscle …

I remember the NSU from teens. To me they looked similar from the front and back.

Another “rat” or is it a work in progress ?

Triumphs are one of my favourite sports car marques. Love the shape and style of the TR4 although the predecessor TR3 has, in my opinion, the better shape.

1969 Ford Mustang with a 1976 Lotus Espirit in the background.

My preference would be for the Lotus with its superior handling. However my height and bulk would probably prevent me from getting into the Lotus or, more likely, make my exit look like a comedy routine. So it looks like I’m stuck with the yank tank.

Austin Healey 100, so named due to its ability to reach a speed of 100 mph.

Nicknamed Mavis.

Mavis claims to be a wolf in sheeps clothing due to the higher power unit fitted which has been “breathed on”. She claims to look like a tortoise, run like a hare and roar like a lion.

This MGB is another wolf in sheeps clothing. When I asked how he managed to get that lump into the car his reply was that he used some very big shoe-horns and a few cans of WD-40.

Who knew that the manufacturers of the ubiquitous 3-wheeler manufactured such great looking cars.

The Sabre 4 had a 1,703 cc engine

The Sabre 6 had a 2,553 cc engine.

Well I hope you enjoyed browsing my photos from Classi Sunday. As I said previously there were over a thousand cars on display and I have only scratched the surface with these pictures.

Jon and I played a little game between ourselves when we arrived. Jon said, “I wonder how may E-Types we will see” So we started counting.

We stopped at 27.

Till next time. The next breakfast club will be in May of 2025.

Goodwood Road Racing Club – 81st Members Meeting

Per my recent post, on Sunday, 14th April, I had the great pleasure of attending the annual Members Meeting, held at the Goodwood Motor Racing Circuit.

This was the 81st Members Meeting. It’s amazing to think that this annual event has been going for so long.

Thankfully, the weather was kind, dry with some sunshine throughout the day, although the temperatures did drop later in the afternoon.

But hey, this post isn’t about the weather. Let’s get on to the main event. It’s all about historic cars, some of which are over one hundred years old, being raced around the Goodwood circuit.

So here are some photos of some fabulous cars, oh and motorcycles.

Getting us started is a fairly modern vehicle by Goodwood standards ….

This was just one of an array of Alpines lined up to greet us as we arrived.

Close by there was this fine display of monster Bentleys.

On arrival we were just in time for the first race.

Here we are on the grid but no sign of the cars.

1954 Kieft-Climax GP, 1953 HWM-Alta F2, “Monoposto”, 1953 Connaught Type A,

These guys were all lining up to compete in the Parnell Cup, a twenty minute race for Grand Prix, Formula 2 and Voiturette cars. These cars are of a type that raced between 1935 and 1953.

Next up was the Derek Bell Cup. a twenty minute race for 1-litre Formula 3 cars that raced between 1964 and 1970.

Yes, all lined up ready for the off. Unfortunately the race start was delayed for a few minutes.

One of the many stalwart volunteers, without whom events such as this could not go ahead.

Unfortunately, due to a racing incident the race was red flagged, an ambulance was deployed and all the remaining competitors had to return to the grid for the eventual race restart.

For a totally different form of racing we move on to the Sidecar Shootout. Racing sidecars was a first for Goodwood. The shootout featured eight of the quickest pairings from the Sidecar World Championships.

The riders, or is it drivers, and their passengers have to be truly insane. One of the competitor vehicles was clocked at 144 mph.

Steven Kershaw & Ryan Charlwood, LCR-Yamaha YZF-R6

Between each racing event, the McLaren cars would come out to play.

Presumably checking that the circuit was clear of any debris prior to the next event.

Which in this case was the Surtees Trophy. The Trophy race is for unlimited sports racing prototypes that raced between 1960 and 1966. The race duration was twenty minutes.

First the formation lap …..

And then they were off.

Charging into the first corner.

Here are a few detail shots …..

As we headed into the afternoon it was time for a Mustang or two, or thirty. Yep, thirty Ford Mustangs headed out onto the grid for the Ken Miles Cup. This forty-five minute race was for first generation Ford Mustangs that raced up to 1966.

Unfortunately, due to a racing incident, the safety car had to be deployed and the track cleared before racing could continue.

And then we were racing again …..

Sadly, this guy didn’t get to the finish line …..

But the Members Meeting isn’t all about racing. Some of the events are demonstration runs. On this occasion there was a real treat in store for motorsport fans, Can-Am. The Can-Am series introduced some of the wildest, most extreme race cars of all time.

Following the Can-Am demo we were treated to a real vintage display. Part 2 of the S.F. Edge Trophy. A five lap race for Edwardian racing cars, and Aero-Engined Specials, from the early 20th Century. Here are a few of my snaps …..

And now, back to the future. Here we have a Gordon Murray Automotive T.33 “Mule” supercar

Travelling back in time, just a little, we were treated to a demonstration of Niki Lauda’s McLaren MP4/2B……

And then as time was marching on, at around 17:00, we had the final of the Sidecar Shootout.

Steven Kershaw & Ryan Charlwood ready for th off, on their LCR-Yamaha YZF-R6

Finally, as we were getting ready to leave the circuit for the day, there was much activity on the grid as Goodwood prepared for the Peter Collins Trophy, a twenty minute race for sports racing cars of a type that would have raced between 1948 and 1955.

We didn’t actually see this race get underway as we were heading to the car park, but all in all we had a fabulous day. Once again Goodwood put on a spectacular event.

Thank you to Goodwood

Thank you to all the competitors and demonstration drivers.

Thank you to all the owners who allow these fabulous machines to driven as they were intended.

I’m of an age that I remember some of these vehicles racing, watching them on a Saturday afternoon, in black and white, on the BBC. Certainly I can’t get enough of them and all being well, I will definitely be back for the 82nd Members Meeting in 2025.

Goodwood Breakfast Club – Classic Cars

Sunday was the last Breakfast Club for 2023. As usual, there was a great turnout of both classic cars and spectators.

As usual, I’m posting a few photos from my visit.

First up then is this Gordon-Keeble. A British car marque with a local base, The original concept was conceived in Slough, and construction was in Eastleigh, near Southampton. Build took place between 1964 and 1967.

Oddly, the cars badge features a tortoise. The story goes that a pet tortoise walked into frame at a photo shoot and was chosen as the emblem.

And now for something completely different. Here, we have a Daimler Scout Car, known in service as the Daimler Dingo. It is a British light (3 tonnes), fast four-wheel drive reconnaissance vehicle.

Powered by a 2.5 litre 6 cylinder engine with 5 forward and 5 reverse gears, it was capable of speeds up to 55 mph. Although, speaking to the owner, this would be a noisy experience for the driver and scary, too, as stopping could be an issue. This vehicle only has drum brakes !!

No, this next one isn’t an aircraft carrier. Although it seems big enough. All I know is that it is a Ford

Oh, and 302 CI (cubic inches) equates to around 5 litres.

Next up is a rare beast. It’s a Rover P6 3500 Estoura. It was never a production car with only around 160 conversions having been completed.

Bought new in 1973 for around £2000 the conversion cost was just under £700.

I don’t really know much about this next car. I had to Google it, and this is what I believe it to be.

Austin Seven Mulliners Style Boat Tail 1938

An Austin Seven Mulliners Style Boat tail c1938. Providing a truly minimalist driving experience.

The Citroën 2CV, in French deux chevaux i.e. “two horses.” It was designed with the french farmer in mind to replace the ubiquitous horse and cart. It was literally designed to cross a freshly ploughed field with a basket full of eggs on the passenger’s seat without breaking them. Due, at that time, to a lack of paved roads in France. The 2CV was produced from 1948 to 1990.

A bit of a wolf in sheep’s clothing. The Triumph Vitesse looked just like it’s cousin, the Triumph Herald. But under the bonnet, the Vitesse had a straight 6 with twin carburettors.

Available in either a 1600cc or 2000cc version. I was lucky enough to own a 1600 version for a couple of years until the differential failed. Sadly, at the time, I couldn’t afford to pay for it to be repaired, and with no willing buyers, I had to scrap the car.

One of the prettiest sports cars ever produced was the mid-engined Lotus Europa. Produced from the mid 60’s until the mid 70’s, nearly 10,000 cars were produced.

Just look at the beautiful flowing lines of this next example, a classic Jaguar XK120, presented here in racing trim.

Potentially worth in excess of £300,000

Back across the channel to France for another beautiful car. The Citroen Traction Avant.

The Avant was one of the first production cars to incorporate front-wheel drive, a monocoque body construction, and all-round independent suspension.

Here, putting in a rare appearance is Russian GAZ M21 Volga saloon. Produced between 1956 thru 1970

And that is it from the Goodwood Breakfast Clubs for this year. Of course, there were many more vehicles on show. I have barely scratched the surface.

The Breakfast Club events are always good value for money as they are free. Even the car parks are worth strolling around as many more classics are there to be seen

Super Car Sunday – Goodwood

Today was Super Car Sunday, part of the Breakfast Club series, held on the first Sunday of every month at the Goodwood Motor Racing Circuit.

The weather was perfect, with bright sunshine to show of the varied paint finishes.

Here are just some of the photos I captured.

2017 McLaren – 3994 cc

2016 Jaguar F-Type Project 7 – 5000 cc

2018 Porsche – 2497 cc

1993 Aston Martin – 5340 cc

2000 Dodge – Breakfast Bar

1935 Dennis Tanker

2008 KTM X-Box – 1984 cc

Come Flying at Goodwood

Audi R8

2018 Rolls Royce – 6592 cc

Dodge Viper

Curvaceous

2012 Lamborghini Murcielago – 6192 cc

Aerial Nomad

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition – 5439 cc

1981 Delorean DMC12 – 2849 cc

Ferrari

2018 Lamborghini – 6498 cc

1993 Aston Martin – 5340 cc – Nice leather but not much leg room in the back

1996 McLaren F1 GTR – 6064 cc

2015 Aston Martin Vantage – 5935 cc

2018 Ferrari – 6496 cc

Goodwood – Looking from Madgwick Corner back to startline. Theres a lot of cars here.

Mike Hawthorn – World Champion 1958

2018 Bentley – 5950 cc

2004 Noble M12 GTO – Sharks Fin Array

2004 Noble M12 GTO – 2968 cc

1996 Chevrolet Corvette – 5733 cc

2015 Lotus – 3456 cc

2010 Porsche – 3797 cc

2011 Lexus – 4805 cc

McClaren

1964 Jaguar E-Type – 3781 cc

2008 KTM X-Box – 1984 cc

Lamborghini

2015 Lamborghini – 5204 cc

Corvette Artwork

1971 Ferrari – 4400 cc

1996 McLaren F1 GTR – 6064 cc

2004 Lamborghini – 4961 cc

2008 KTM X-Box – 1984 cc

Aerial Nomad

2006 Ford GT40 – 5400 cc

2000 Dodge – 8000 cc

Corvette Artwork

2006 TVR Tuscan – 3996 cc

I would just like to say thank you to the folks at Goodwood for hosting this event and to the owners of these fabulous machines for bringing them along for us to drool over.

And the best thing about this event, it is totally free.

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