I was provided with this ad regarding my car when I bought it via the TR register. I was wondering if anyone knows any history on it. I believe Kieran Sims was the owner at this time and sold it to a Melbourne guy. I bought the car in Melbourne through the Healey Factory while living in Victoria and have bought it back to SA
Found these photos recently. I believe it to be a TSOA show from about 1977 or so. I am pretty sure the TR2 RPN843 belonged to a friend of mine Robin Heath while we were doing our engineering degree at the time. It was my introduction to TRs and most of the reason I own one today once I realised that an XK140 was unlikely to happen. Still happy with my choice.
June 21st General Meeting – Sporting Car Clubrooms -7.30pm for 8.00pm start
June 26th Club run and Day of Triumph Trophy Presentations – meet Feathers Hotel 10.00am for 10.30am departure to Mick O’Shea’s Pub, Hackham
Our May mid week run, the first for almost 2 years, was enjoyed by a small group of enthusiasts. Bob Kretschmer brought out his lovely TR4A and Stephen Wade his equally superb Stag. The autumn colours in the Adelaide Hills were brightened by the morning sun as the drive took us through Crafers, Woodside, Nairne and to our lunch destination at the Hahndorf Mill. On the way we stopped at Green Valley Strawberry farm for morning tea. All thought this worth another visit, particularly Bob who enjoyed their sticky date pudding.
Last meeting Duane Kaak gave a brief presentation on some personal memorabilia related to his Triumph motoring. I am hoping to continue this whilst members find it interesting. John Tuohy volunteered to present at the next meeting, and I will again seek further volunteers. Just to remind everyone, it is intended that presentations are brief and each item should be smallish and could be anything of interest ranging from a stainless-steel bolt to a speeding fine from SA Police. .
As I am writing, we are 3 days away from the next Berlemon Weekender, this time to Murray Bridge. Julie and I, together with more than 25 others, are looking forward to another interesting event.
At the last meeting it was announced that we have a volunteer to take over the production of FasTRak from Marg and Dean Bogisch who have been doing it for the last 9 years. Many thanks to Marg and Dean for holding the fort for so long and to Katherine Bradley, a relatively new member, for taking on one of the most important jobs in the Club.
And that reminds me that we need a firm commitment from someone to take over running of the Day of Triumph (DOT) from Ian Rigby. This is another vital Club role. Ian has outlined details for the event in a recent FasTRak.and I know that he will be willing to assist a newcomer in taking over and managing the event. Let Ian or me know if you’d like to take on the role.
Don’t forget to pay your subs and get your logbooks sorted before 30 June 2022. And remember the AGM is not far away (August meeting) so start thinking about a position on the Committee.
Check out the social calendar. I look forward to seeing you in June
Kind regards,
Peter Davidge (President)
Congratulations to Dean and Lisa on their Wedding at Lindsay Estate Winery on April 30th.
Lisa arrived in the white 2500 PI Saloon, with a very proud Father-in-law driving her to the wedding.
The weekender is coming up and the plans are in place. Just now praying for good weather, as the forecast is not so good! We have 27 Adults and 1 Child attending, so it should be a good weekend! Meet at Burnside Town Hall at 9.00 am to depart at 9.15 am.
June 26th is a club run with the Trophy Presentations from the Day of Triumph. Meals will be subsidized by $10.00 per member. Meet at the Feathers Hotel, Burnside at 10.00 am departing 10.30 am for a run to Mick O’Shea’s Irish Pub, South Road, Hackham.
Please note change of date, due to a clash with an MSCA event.
Also a diary date: Club Christmas Dinner is Saturday 26th November at the Royal Adelaide Golf Course.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the upcoming events.
Bill and Margie
What a great day the Day of Triumph was in early April. Apart from the brilliant weather and fantastic display of cars, we signed up 2 new members (Graham Parrish and Richard Ankers welcome) and had a steady stream of onlookers admiring our cars. Well done to all who displayed, to the trophy winners, to Ian Rigby who directed the event, to Bill and Margie Berlemon who arranged the Club marquees, to the judges, and to Dean and Marg Bogisch who tallied up the judging sheets. An especial thankyou to Caffé Primo sponsors Dino and Lisa Vettese. This is not only our principal display event for the year but rates highly as an outstanding social event. Don’t miss it next year!
Following a review of next year’s Budget prior to the last Club meeting , the Committee decided that members subscriptions will remain at $50 pa for 2022/23. The Treasurer, Alex Smithson, almost received a standing ovation when he announced the news. He has already sent out renewal notices which will give members adequate time to pay before the 30 June deadline.
In addition to the Budget, the Committee discussed Marque Representatives and considered that the following broadly describes their role:
“The role of marque representatives is to act as conduits for anyone enquiring or seeking advice about any aspect of the category of Triumphs they represent. They are not experts but rather voluntary facilitators in the timely resolution of all enquiries made by members of the Club and the public. Being available at Club events and meetings enhances their effectiveness.”
The Committee would welcome any comment on the above description, as it intends to initiate its annual review of nominated marque representatives soon.
Last meeting 4 members gave brief presentations (max. of 2 minutes) on an item of personal memorabilia related to motoring or the Triumph marque. It was intended that each item should be smallish and could be anything of interest ranging from a stainless-steel bolt to a speeding fine from SA Police. I would like to repeat this from 3 members at our next meeting and I am seeking the following members to volunteer – Ian Rigby, Garry Buckton, Kevin Foster and Duane Kaak. Let me know if you can’t do it.
And finally, I am organising a mid-week run to Hahndorf on Wednesday 18 May (the day after our next Club meeting). Details are as follows:
Please let me know (0438 765 358) if you are planning to come.
Check out the social calendar and I look forward to seeing you in May.
Kind regards,
Peter Davidge (President)
Calendar 2022
May 17th General Meeting – Sporting Car Clubrooms -7.30 pm for 8.00 pm start
May 18th Mid-Week Lunch run to Hahndorf – details in Fast Trak
May 28/29th Weekender – meet Burnside Town Hall 9.00 am for 9.15 am departure.
June 19th MSCA Super Sprint – The Bend (West Circuit)
June 21st General Meeting – Sporting Car Clubrooms – 7.30 pm for 8.00 pm start
June 26th Club run and Day of Triumph Trophy Presentations – meet Feathers Hotel 10.00 am for 10.30 am departure to Mick O’Shea’s Pub, Hackham
Socially Speaking for May 2022
April, we booked into the Tramway Museum at St. Kilda. We had a tour of the facilities before the public arrived. We had an early lunch so we could ride on the trams from 12.20 pm. 20 Adults and 5 grandchildren enjoyed the day, travelling to St Kilda and back on each of the three trams available on the day.
The Day of Triumph was held at Civic Park also in April, and a great day was had by all. Many thanks to Ian Rigby and team for a successful day.
The weekender planning is going ahead. The dates are May 28th and 29th. We have secured visits to two classic car venues, which are both amazing. The Murray Bridge Classic Car Club is also hosting us for dinner on the Saturday evening, so a fun weekend is planned. Bookings are essential, please advise Margie if attending (0438836837) the cost will be $ 130.00 per person twin share. Payment to Alex by May 6th . . . 15 rooms are reserved and 14 rooms are already taken!
June 19th is a club run with the Trophy Presentations from the Day of Triumph. Meals will be subsidized by $10.00 per member. Meet at the Feathers Hotel, Burnside at 10.00 am departing 10.30 am for a run to Mick O’Shea’s Irish Pub, South Road, Hackham.
Also a diary date: Club Christmas Dinner is Saturday 26th November at the Royal Adelaide Golf Course.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the upcoming events
Bill and Margie
Just wondering if anybody has had a look at the photos taken by “cars around adelaide “ at the day of triumph recently ?
regards Nathan
Each year TSOA fields a team in the MSCA 6-Hour Regularity Relay and this year we have a complement of 5 TR7 / TR7 V8’s plus one invited interloper in a TR7 – Toyota 86.
What we need are people to support your team. We need team members to man (or person?) the Stop Watches on each lap, we need people on the pit wall to relay the lap times to our drivers as they pass, and we need people to manage the changeover of cars as they finish and start their session. Plus we need someone to do the running for Roger, poor boy.
So if you can spare your Sunday, 1st May, for a fun time supporting your TSOA team in this prestigious event, please contact Roger 0458 621 161 to register your commitment.
The team needs you from 8.45 am at Mallala (Garages 36, 37, 38 and 68,69 – right behind the form-up area for cars entering the track) through to 5.00 pm for the conclusion of the 6 Hour event . . . you may have guessed the official start time for the event is 11.00 am.
Lunch and drinks are provided (courtesy of your club) and Cherri is providing her famous muffins for sustenance during the day.
Join us for a fun day supporting your Team and your club.
Roger