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FYI – the June edition of Classic & Sports Car has a three page buyers guide for the Ace and Aceca. Page 192 of the edition with the two Aston DB7s on the cover.

The following is from the organisers of the event. Please let me know if you are interested and I will be happy to email the details to you.
   Thanks - John.
   
   The first ever Bath Pageant of Motoring will be making its debut this summer on 23 – 24 June 2012 at Bath Racecourse.
   
   This charity event will appeal to families and enthusiasts showcasing a vast array of Vintage, Post-vintage, Pre-war, Veteran and Classic Carand Motorcyclesto marvel over. Plus Super Car Rides: Ferrari, Porsche, Lotus, Aston Martin, AC Cobra, Jaguar.
   
   A whole spectrum of Car Clubs, Trade Stands and Exhibits will also be on display.
   
   COME AND JOIN US!
   A whole host of exhibitors will be attending this premier and we'd like to invite you to come and take part.
   
   All pre-registered exhibitors will benefit from FREE ENTRY for themselves plus one adult passenger and two children.
   
   http://bathpageantofmotoring.com/register
   
   •      Individual Exhibitors
   •      Exhibiting Clubs*
   •      Auto Jumble Trade Stands
   •      Motor Trade Stands
   
   *If your Club Stand is registered before the 29th April 2012, it will be free of charge!

The organisers of The Cholmondeley Pageant of Power http://www.cpop.co.uk/
   are keen to have the Cobra represented at their event in June (15th to 17th). It would be good to have  the club represented so please let me know if you are interested and I will be happy to provide you with info and contact detail for the organisers and local accommodation.
   Thanks – John.

The organisers of The Cholmondeley Pageant of Power http://www.cpop.co.uk/
   are keen to have the Cobra represented at their event in June (15th to 17th). It would be good to have  the club represented so please let me know if you are interested and I will be happy to provide you with info and contact detail for the organisers and local accommodation.
   Thanks – John.

I have been in contact with one of the organisers of the Double Twelve event at Brooklands (Surrey).
   www.brooklandsmuseum.com/index.php?/double12
   
   We have the opportunity for a few of our cars to be part part of a static ACOC display during the weekend of the event. We don't have to have the same cars for both days so you can only do one day if you want. The one requirement from the organisers is we must have at least one club member man the stand at all times. This is because in previous years they've had complaints from the public who have been unable to talk owners / club reps because some clubs have got in for free and then leave their display unmanned.
   
   I would appreciate an indication of interest in order to let Brooklands know. Please email me if you are interested and I will start a list and email the paperwork to you.
   Thanks – John.
   john@moonlightmedia.co.uk

The March edition of Classic Cars has 18 pages on Cobras. The articles compare a '62 260( reg.CSX 1 )with a '63 Ace 2.6 Ruddspeed ( reg 1000 PF ). The second article gets Jack Sears and Keith Schellenberg behind the wheel of Kevin Kivlochan's car.

The March edition of Classic Cars has 18 pages on Cobras. The articles compare a '62 260( reg.CSX 1 )with a '63 Ace 2.6 Ruddspeed ( reg 1000 PF ). The second article gets Jack Sears and Keith Schellenberg behind the wheel of Kevin Kivlochan's car.

I've recieved an email from a chap in Palm Springs, California who wants to change the oil filter on his 1955 Aceca with AC engine. He would like advice on which filter to use and where to obtain one. If anyone can give me a reference or recommendation for any of the following brands: Coopers Fiaam, Fram, Crosland, Ac Delco, Motorcraft, Bosch, Purolator and Purflux.
   
   Thanks for your help - John.

The following is FYI. Admission cost is reduced from £15 to £10 on production of a race licence or club membership - John.
   
   MotorSport UK
   Special Offer for Club Members
   
   MotorSport UK, the new motorsport show that promotes all categories and types of national racing has confirmed a host of star names who will be attending the inaugural event, which will take place at the Jaguar Exhibition Hall at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on the 5th- 6th November.
   MotorSport UK will be showcasing all varieties and levels of national motorsport and includes some of the biggest and most diverse names from British motorsport, such as Formula Kart Stars, 750 Motor Club, Murtaya Sports Cars and the Hovercraft Club of Great Britain to name a few.
   MotorSport UK has been designed to appeal specifically to those who are looking to get involved in club motorsport and provide individuals with the chance to meet manufacturers, clubs, teams and suppliers to discuss their next racing steps.
   Show Founder and Organiser, Martin Capenhurst explains.
   "Over the last few years a great number of people I have spoken to have told me there is a need for a motorsport show that breaks down the barriers for new competitors to enter motorsport. MotorSport UK will be an event that allows enthusiasts and competitors to identify and take the next steps in their motorsport careers."
   Go Motorsport's Jonathan Gill adds,
   "We are delighted to be supporting MotorSport UK which will be showcasing many of the opportunities available. Every year there are close to 5000 events organised by MSA motor clubs throughout the country encompassing a wide variety of disciplines ranging from autotests and hillclimbs to kart races and navigational rallies that you can contest in your everyday road car. To find out more either visit the GoMotorsport.net website or, better still, visit MotorSport UK."
   
   The Speedworks Toyota Avensis NGTC Touring Car will be on display and the event will also play host to a number of stars of British motorsport who will take part in a series of interviews on the MotorSport UK Live Stage which will be hosted by sports presenter Gemma Scott.
   
   Visitors will be treated to an eclectic mix of the latest machines and equipment, including track day, kit, rally, off road cars and motorcycles.
   For Club members, admission is just £10 on the door (normal on the door price £15) on production of MSA Licence or club membership. Parking for show visitors is FREE.
   ENDS
   
   For further information please contact:
   Nick Richardson
   
   T:   0793 152 1145
   E:   nick@apex-consultants.co.uk
   W:   www.apex-consultants.co.uk
   A:   Apex Consultants, Delta House, Wavell Road, Manchester, M22 5QZ

I've had a request from a journalist intending to write an article for Classics Monthly. He wants to write a comparison article of the Greyhound and the Jensen 541 and would like a Greyhound for a photoshoot in Colchester (Essex) on 13 November. He does not need to drive the Greyhound, only photograph it.
   
   Please let me know if you can help out.
   
   Thanks - John.

Nice 5 page article on the 1963 MA 200 in the December edition of Octane.

FYI – There is a nice three-quarter page article about the National Day in the current edition of Classic & Sports Car (page 18 of the November edition).
   John.

THE KENT CLASSIC CAR SHOW IS ON SUNDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER 2011 AT THE AYLESFORD PRIORY,  AYLESFORD, KENT ME20 7BX.  10AM - 4PM.  ALL CLASSIC CARS AND AUTO JUMBLE WELCOME SEE WEB SITE FOR INFORMATION AND BOOKING FORM.
   
   http://kentsclassiccarshow.co.uk

While not many of us drive our cars though forests, we may enjoy rallying. Forest stages in the UK could be under threat from possible changes.
   The below is FYI.
   Thanks - John.
   
   Urgent action required – Government's Forestry Review Panel
   The government's proposed changes to the ownership and management of public forests in England pose a very real danger to UK motor sport – and in particular Stage Rallying.
   The Independent Panel established earlier this year to look at the forestry issue and make recommendations to government contains only one representative of leisure users – and that is the Ramblers' Association. Consequently, there is a great danger that the interests of motor sport will not be considered in the panel's final report; the disastrous impact of this would be to risk motor sport being excluded from both the public forest estate and any of the forests transferred into private ownership.
   The panel is currently consulting with the general public to find out 'What the forests mean to you?' It is essential that as many people as possible from the motor sport community make their views known to the panel.
   THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES IS SUNDAY 31 JULY 2011.
   The panel is asking the following questions:
   Q1 – What do forests and woods mean to you?
   Q2 – What is your vision for the future of England's forests and woods?
   Q3 – What do you feel to be the benefits of forests and woods to:
    a) you personally;
    b) society as a whole;
    c) the natural environment; and
    d) the economy?
   Q4 – We would like to hear about your suggestions of practical solutions and good practice which can be replicated more widely.
   Q5 – What do you see as the priorities and challenges for policy about England's forests and woods?
   In order to submit feedback to this consultation, simply send an email to: forestrypanel@defra.gsi.gov.uk, detailing your name and answering as many of the questions as you wish.
   PLEASE RESPOND BEFORE THE END OF THIS WEEKEND.
   It is essential that as many people as possible emphasise the importance to motor sport of continued access to the public forest estate. If we fail to do this, there is every chance that the requirements of motor sport will simply not be considered by the panel.
   A sample response paper can be found on the MSA website with some key issues highlighted that you might like to consider when completing your submission. You do not need to answer all the questions, but please respond in your own words, as this is significantly more impactful than an obviously orchestrated campaign.
   Further information about the panel and the consultation process can be found on the defra website.
   Many thanks for your assistance in this very important matter.
   Kind regards
   Colin Hilton
   Chief Executive
   Motor Sports Association

There will be a Classic Car event on Sunday 24th July at Painshill Park.
   The park is conveniently located near the junction of the M25 and the A3 near Cobham in Surrey.
   If you would like more information please let me know and I will email you the details.
   John.

A nice 4 page article in the latest (August) edition of Classic Cars.  It's a Buying Guide for the Ace Brooklands and features David Goose and his car.
   John.

FYI – there is a nice 9 page article in the June issue of Classic and Sports Car comparing the Lancia Aurelia with Mike Jopp's  Ace.
   John.

Kevin Kivlochan is working the maps this week as co-driver with Shaun Lynn in the Tour Auto over in France - as you are all friends and club members he thought you may like to be kept posted on their progress so I will try to post this update on a daily basis once I have the latest news from the road via Russell Brown. This is an event that Kevin and Shaun have competed in for the last four years and in 2009 they won in Shaun's Ford GT. This year they are competing in Shaun's AC Cobra - 644 CGT (Chassis No 2130).
   
   Cobra History
   Chassis 2130 was the one-off Willment Team Cobra raced in period by Bob Olthoff, amongst others, and more widely known as the "Le Mans Prototype". Shaun has owned this Cobra for around ten years and on the first entry in the Tour Auto in 2007 they finished in 32nd place. In 2008 and 2010 they retired in the lead. Fingers crossed this will be the year for the Cobra.
   http://www.secondstrike.com/Coupe/Olthoff.htm
   
   The main rivals in the Tour Auto are the black Cobra of Ludovic Caron (2008 winner) and the three Ford GTs. There is also the large unknown with Tour Auto where organisers would always prefer a French winner so this will make Shaun and Kevin even more determined to avoid dodgy speed cameras and penalties.
   
   If you would like to check the event website you can find it here (in French)
   http://www.tourauto.com/fr/s01_home/s01p01_home.php
   
   There is also a translated (English) version of the website here:
   http://www.tourauto.com/en/s01_home/s01p01_home.php
   
   The Schedule:
   
   The cars are gathering in Paris ready for an open day today
   Monday - Paris open day in the Jardins des Tuileries
   Tuesday - Paris to Poitiers via Le Mans
   Wednesday - Poitiers to Objat
   Thursday - Objat to Bordeaux
   Friday - Bordeaux to Pau
   Saturday - Pau to Biarritz

FYI - there is a nice 5 page article on the 2 Litre saloon in the April edition of Classic Cars (in the UK shops end Feb).
   John.

Interesting Cobra up for sale soon. What I don't understand is if you owned this car, why would you just park it up for the last 30 years ?
   http://www.classicdriver.com/uk/magazine/3500.asp?id=14916