Postal Address: P.O Box 3531 Richmond 7050
Email: nelson@vcc.org.nz
Club Rooms: Speedway Assn Grounds, Entry Lower Queen St, Richmond .
Web Site: www.nelsonvcc.org.nz.
Branch Bank Account : 03 –1354-0058853-00
Hi Everyone
The AGM is over and we have filled a few position which were vacant and brought some new blood into the team. We are very grateful to you all for taking on the se positions . Thankyou
Please take the time to get to know these folk - after all they are there to help you .
As you can see on page3,we require somebody to put their hand up to run the swapmeet in 2026 and some one to take over the swapmeet website program. If someone is willing to take on these rolls you have many months to learn the roles.
We would also like someone to step up as a second Asst. Club Captain - once again we have several people on the committee able to bring you on into the role gently.
Kind Regards Ray
Front Cover : Kit Brydon and Frank Davidson discuss the recent restoration of the JBM Ford 10 owned and raced by Kit’s father Bruce Brydon at Tahuna Beach
Branch Management and Appointments
Patron Lloyd Ewing (Gwen) 027 590 1042 lloydgwen@hotmail.com
Chairperson Joanne Hoffman (Vern) 021 598 873 Joanne.hoffman2@gmail.com
Immediate Past
Chairman
Mike Bryan 027 223 4893 rootesgpnz@gmail.com
Secretary/ Treasurer John Barker 027 9 110 763 drivingbaby7s@gmail.com
Club Captain Maureen Joblin 0275 552 5690 leighandmaureen@gmail.com
Asst. Club Captain Dianne Lewis 021 0848 2878 pauldiannelewis@gmail.com
Asst. Club Captain VACANT
Editor Crankcase Ray Robertson (Debbie) 027434 0228 razar.robertson@gmail.com
Committee Jarod Dacombe 027 547 7968 jjdacombe@gmail.com
Committee (Buildings) Paul Lewis 0212502553 pauldiannelewis@gmail.com
Committee Rob Thompson (Karen 03 547 5120 or 027 5475120 rob.karen@slingshot.co.nz
Committee Vern Hoffman 027 485 5583 vernonhoffman@gmail.com
Committee ( Mowing & Grounds
Malcolm Baker 03 542 3846 or 021 032 8833 1949grumpi@gmail.com
Committee Lesley Barker 021 255 1571 drivingbaby7s@gmail.com
Swapmeet Website VACANT
Beaded Wheels
Carolyn Bolland 021 1063 135 carolynbolland@gmail.com
Membership / Badges Wayne Price 03 542 3033 jandwprice@outlook.com
Website, IT Wes Dayton 0220357110 wesdayton29aus@gmail.com
Vehicle ID
Stephen Mortimer 027 548 3701 mortflying8@gmail.com
Vehicle ID Trevor Carston 021 262 4009 t_ccarston@hotmail.com
Librarian Roy West 027 298 6994 61motra@gmail.com
Clubroom
Custodians Jim & Kyra Wareing 0275449998 or 0275448001 jimnkyra@xtra.co.nz
Swap Meeet Co-ordinator VACANT
Daffodill Day Co-ordinator
Dianne Lewis 021 0848 2878 pauldiannelewis@gmail.com
Nelson VCC Calendar Of Events
Please note these events may be subject to change and some-
Sat 26 10.00am Morning Tea & Mystery car
Sun 27 10-2pm Henry Ford Birthday Tahuna Beach Camp - Gold Coin
Donation page 32 August 2025
Tue 5 7.30pm Committee Meeting
Wed 6 10am Morning Tea
Check Roster
John Barker
Check Roster
Thu 7 9-4pm Ladies Craft Day Kyra Wareing
Fri 8Sun 10
National AGM & Execitive Meeting Invercargill
Mon 11 7.30pm 2026 Vero Com. meeting
Thu 14
Sun 10
Wed 20 10am
Sat 23
Sun 24 11am
Sun 31
Club Night - Proposed Movie Night at Silkey Otter page 35
Club Run - The Long way Round to Ewings
Morning Tea
Daffodil Day set up p41
Daffodil Day for Cancer “ Show n Shine” p19
Daffodill Day postponement date
September 2025
Tue 2 7.30pm Committee Meeting
Wed 3 10am Morning Tea
Thu 4 9-4pm
Ladies Craft Day
Joanne Hoffman
Karen Thompson
Maureen Joblin
Maureen Joblin
Check Roster
Dianne lewis
Dianne Lewis
John Barker
Dianne Lewis
John Barker
Check Roster
Kyra Wareing
Sun 7 Marlborough Trials Peter Thwaites
Thu 11 Club Night (TBA)
Fri12Sun14
Biennial Rally - Reefton pgs 23-25
Mon 15 7.30pm 2026 Vero Com. meeting
Wed 17 10am Morning Tea
October 2025
Wed 1 10am Morning Tea
Mike Bryan
Karen Thompson
Check Roster
Check Roster
Thu 2 9-4pm Ladies Craft Day Kyra Wareing
Sat 4 NBS Car Display Murchison Mike & Rex Tue 26 1.00pm Daffodil Flower Delivery p20
October 2025 Continued
Mon 6 7.30pm 2026 Vero Com. meeting Karen Thompson
Tue7 7.30pm Committee Meeting John Barker
Thu 9 Club Night (TBA)
Sat 11 Club Run (TBA)
Wed 15 10am Morning Tea
Check Roster
Mon 20 7.30pm 2026 Vero Com. meeting Karen Thompson
November 2025
Mon 3 7.30pm 2026 Vero Com. meeting Karen Thompson
Tue 4 7.30pm Committee Meeting
Wed 5 10am Morning Tea
John Barker
Check Roster
Thu 6 9-4pm Ladies Craft Day Kyra Wareing
8-11 Nov Coast to Coast (C2C) Joanne Hoffman
Thu 13 Club Night (TBA)
Sat 15
Club Run (TBA)
Mon 17 7.30pm 2026 Vero Com. meeting Karen Thompson
Wed 19 10am Morning Tea
December 2025
Check Roster
Mon 1 7.30pm 2026 Vero Com. meeting Karen Thompson
Tue 2 7.30pm Committee Meeting John Barker
Wed 3 10am Morning Tea
Check Roster
Thu 4 9-4pm Ladies Craft Day Kyra Wareing
Thu 4 Club Night (TBA)
Sat 13 Club Run (TBA
Mon 15 7.30pm 2026 Vero Com. meeting Karen Thompson
Wed 17 10am Morning Tea
Check Roster
Mon 22 7.30pm 2026 Vero Com. meeting Karen Thompson
Wed 24 10am Morning Tea Check Roster
January 2026
Mon 9 7.30pm 2026 Vero Com. meeting Karen Thompson
Mon 16 7.30pm 2026 Vero Com. meeting Karen Thompson
Sun 15Fri 20 Mar 26 2026 Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring Nelson Ray Robertson Festival Director
Nelson Branch Committee &Appointments
Joanne Hoffman
Chair
Mike Bryan
John Barker
Immediate Past Chair SecretaryTreasurer 021 598 873 027 223 4893 027 911 0763 Joanne.hoffman2@gmail.com rootesgpnz@hotmail.com drivingbaby7s@gmail.com
Maureen Joblin
Asst. Club Captn
Dianne Lewis
Ray Robertson
Asst. Club Captn Crankcase Editor 027 552 5690 021 0848 2878 0274 340 228 leighandmaureen@gmail.com pauldiannelewis@gmail.com razar.robertson@gmail.com
Paul Lewis
Rob Thompson
Jarod Dacombe Committee (Buildings) Committee Committee 0212502553 027 5475120 027 547 7968 pauldiannelewis@gmail.com rob.karen@slingshot.co.nz jjdacome@gmail.com
Malcolm Baker
Lesley Barker
Carolyn Bolland Committee (Grounds) Committee Beaded Wheels Scribe 021 032 8833 021 255 1571 021 1063 135 1949grumpi@gmail.com drivingbaby7s@gmail.com carolynbolland@gmail.com
Stephen Mortimer
Trevor Carston
Wayne Price Vehicle ID’s Vehicle ID’s
Membership/Badges 027 548 3701 021 262 4009 03 542 3033 mortflying8@gmail.com t_ccarston@hotmail.com jandwprice@outlook.com
Vern Hoffman
Lloyd Ewing Committee Swapmeet Co-ordin Patron 027 485 5583 027 590 1042 vernonhoffman@gmail.com lloydgwen@hotmail.com
Jim & Kyra Wareing
Wes Dayton
Roy West Clubrooms Custodians Website/ IT Librarian 0275449998 or 0275448001 0220357110 027 298 6994 jimnkyra@xtra.co.nz wesdayton29aus@gmail.com 61motra@gmail.com
From the Chair
It’s just after 7am on a cold, frosty but beautifully clear morning. I’m on the bus heading to work. With Rocks Road closed due to slips, the trip is slow red tail lights as far as the eye can see. A perfect time to relax and write my first report for The Crankcase
Let me introduce myself. I’m Joanne Hoffman, married to Vernon. We live in Richmond and are members of Grace Church. Between us we have six children, three sons-in-law, five grandchildren (with two more due very soon), and two cats.
Our garage is home to my club-eligible car a 1990 Mazda Eunos Roadster (Milly), Vern’s 1928 Model A 5-window coupe (Annabelle), and a partially restored 1951 Morris Minor (Betty). If all goes to plan, Betty will be back on the road by the time you read this.
Vern and I both work full time. A few years ago, I changed careers and completed my Pharmacy Technician qualification while working in a busy Nelson pharmacy. I’m now moving to a role closer to home in Richmond, which will hopefully free up more time. Vern is a Fonterra tanker driver, navigating the highways and byways in his 21-metre Volvo 550. He often finishes the day over the Takaka Hill or sometimes as far south as Culverden. Next time you see a Fonterra tanker on the road, give it a wave it might be Vern!
Enough about us.
Our AGM was held in the break between two storm systems thankfully both now behind us. With any luck, we’ll get some dry weather to help the ground recover. It was fantastic to see such a strong turnout on the day.
I’m pleased to welcome two new committee members: Jarod Dacombe and Vernon Hoffman. Mike has taken on the role of Vice Chairman, while John and Lesley Barker continue their excellent work as Secretary and Treasurer. Ray Robertson remains our .
dedicated Crankcase editor. Maureen Joblin has stepped into the role of Club Captain, with Dianne Lewis as her Vice Captain.
The rest of the committee includes Malcolm Baker, who looks after the grounds and mowing; Paul Lewis, responsible for building and maintenance; and Rob Thompson, who will be lending his support to the Club Captains.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributes whether it’s painting, cleaning, organising, writing, maintaining the library, managing VICs, or simply showing up to support events. Each of you plays a part in making our club the vibrant community it is.
Just days after the AGM, as another storm approached, we held a special meeting to adopt our new constitution. Thank you to everyone who attended. There was plenty of positive feedback, and we passed a constitution that truly reflects our club. The night ended on a sweet note with dessert!
Looking ahead, we’ll be heading to Invercargill in early August to represent the Nelson Branch at the National AGM. Mike will attend, and Ray will be there too, wearing his Vero hat.
Speaking of Vero it’s coming up fast! This national event is always a highlight on the club calendar, bringing together vintage and classic vehicle enthusiasts from all over the country and further afield. It’s a fantastic opportunity to see some truly special vehicles, meet likeminded people, and proudly represent our branch. If you haven’t already, be sure to get your registration in before 31st August so you don’t miss out.
And just around the corner, we have Daffodil Day! Dianne has been working tirelessly behind the scenes to organise what promises to be a fantastic day. It’s one of our most important events, offering a unique opportunity to showcase our club to the wider public, connect with other car enthusiasts across the region, and most importantly, support the Cancer Society a cause that touches so many. If you're able to lend a hand whether it’s marshalling, parking, setting up, or helping on the day please reach out to Dianne. Many hands make light work, and every bit of help is appreciated!
And don’t forget the Biennial Rally is only a month away! This year’s rally is based in Reefton, and Mike, Rex, and Zoe have put together an exciting weekend. If you're like me and haven’t registered yet don’t wait. Do it today!
That’s all from me for now. I look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events.
Keep those wheels turning, Joanne
Club Captains Report
I hope you have come through the weather bombs we have had recently, rela vely unscathed. We know of Lloyd & Gwens property at Quail Valley being severly damaged & have a clipboard at the clubrooms for names to help with the cleanup. Lloyd contacted Rob Saturday and we can help with the cleanup at long last, this Tuesday 22nd, Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th. If you have hens or been around hens recently, you unfortunately cannot go onto the property. If there is anyone else in the club that needs a hand or an ear please let us know.
I want to say a huge hear elt THANK YOU to Rob Thompson our long standing, enthusias c club captain extraordinaire who has finally stood down having been in the role for 8 years. Rob has been a great Club Captain with the good of the club at the heart of everything he does. These are huge boots to fill but Dianne & I will do our best.
Some of the ac vi es from July and for August. Remember we try and have the calendar as up to date as we can, but events, dates or venues can change
We also need Seven cars and volunteers to help deliver Daffodil Flowers for the Nelson Cancer Society on August 26 1pm onwards depar ng from 102 Hardy Street.
JULY
Wednesday 3 Morning Tea & Mystery Lunch
Kind regards Maureen Joblin
Rays Visit to North Shore Branch - I could not let the opportunity go by without showing you “how the other half lives” - I enjoyed a very hospitable morning tea followed by tour of what is an amazing facility they have created. Parts sheds, Tractor shed, Members car storage, upholstery unit, electrical workshop, machine shop , body shop ,engine bay, Hoist bay, 7 club cars for the use of members , some in restoration stage .
Not to mention the Clubrooms sitting central to the property with a large grassed area in front of the clubrooms for display days.
Wednesday mornings sees members working on their own vehicles with Thursday morning at least on the day I was there, approximately thirty guys were working on four club cars, in the parts shed or painting on the Clubrooms - in other words a day for the club.
The club owned vehicles are : Dennis Bus, 35’ Chev Fire engine, Bedford breakdown Truck,39’Chevrolet Taxi,35’ BSA Van, 37’ Lanchester, & a 36’ Morris Eight
Top: The many large sheds making up the complex Below: Club BSA wood work being worked on in background
Below:Half the members car storage
Above: the other half of the members stored cars
You though your car was too far gone - The Dennis Bus now and once upon a time
Corporate Daffodil Delivery
We need Seven VCC members with old cars to help assist Cancer society deliver Daffodils to Business houses through out the Nelson Richmond areas
The Nelson Cancer Society has arranged everything else.
Tuesday 26th August 1.00pm onwards
Departing from 102 Hardy Street to different areas with maps and a list and of course the flowers
Barker
John
Membership
Sadly we offer our deepest sympathies to Phil, Bridgitte & Marion and their families on the passing of their father, Denis Le Cren who passed away on the 26 June 2025 at the age of 91 years.
Denis joined the VCC of NZ in 1965 and played a huge part in recording the history of the branch, in particular the “First 50 years”. He was also the Branch editor for many years ably assisted my his wife Helen.
On my account I had fond memories of Denis as he was one of two members who nominated me for members ship back in 1973 - a time when nomination was a very serious affair. Ed.
Passing of Ken Morris
Diane, Matthew, Simon and family would like to thank and acknowledge the large gathering of the Vintage Car Club who attended the memorial service for our beloved Ken. Especially Rob Thompson on his role as MC.
The Quilting & Beyond Group for supplying & serving our delicious afternoon tea.
Your ongoing support is very much appreciated
Kind regards, Diane. Matthew, Simon Morris
We welcome new member to the Branch - Wesley (Wes) Richards - Wes lives in the Aniseed Valley and owns a 1945 Willys Jeep - Wes and partner Lauren and kids have already entered the Vero International Rally and are really looking forward to it.
We also welcome Graham Humm - Riwaka, who has transferred to Nelson from the Canterbury Branch - Graham has a rather unusual vehicle which will be disclosed at a later Wednesday morning tea Mystery Car.
Our Poor Tractor
Above: Tractor “Broke” in half to replace clutch plates
Below: Bill Dense, Dave Bell and Geoff Brunning at work on the clutch at the press
Above: A fancy jig in place to press something on the clutch plate
Below: a very serious Malcolm Baker contemplates what the boys have done to his tractor
2025 BIENNIAL RALLY. 12th - 14th SEPTEMBER.
Based on Reefton. Entries close 5pm Fri 22nd August.
ENTRIES to MIKE BRYAN, Murchison. 027 223 4893. rootesgpnz@gmail.com
Please make your payment to NBS 03 13540058853 02, with name, Branch, BIENNIAL.
WEEKEND INFORMATION and PLANNING.
FRIDAY 12th. If you are travelling via Murchison, Rex has organized a Noggin and Natter at the Murchison Bowling Club, Rec Park grounds, at the end of Hampden St at 6pm.
Club bar will be open, nibbles and hot drinks served. Enjoy a chance to chat n catchup!
SATURDAY 13th. Those leaving from MURCHISON, meet in the BEACHWOODS CAFE, Carpark by 8.30am for an 8.45am departure and a quiet drive 1.25 hours to Reefton.
10 am. Reefton Working Men’s Club will be open for Morning Tea, Natter, Toilets and distribution of your Rally packs.
Time to explore this historic town where light was first produced just over the river.
[ loop track takes you to view the power station restoration]. Antique shops in town.
11.30am Drive 2km towards Springs Junction to visit BLACKS POINT MUSEUM and guided tour of the STAMPING BATTERY and the MACHINERY SHED.
Tour takes 1 hour. Cost $5 per person, inc Museum. Payment on the day.
Time for your picnic lunch or a choice of Cafes in Reefton. Rally start is at your leisure but all vehicles should be leaving Reefton by 1.30pm.
Rally instructions will be handed out in BROADWAY [Main St] by the intersection
with SH 7 to GREYMOUTH. From 12.30 till 1.30pm.[Watch for blue VCC banner.]
Your RALLY QUESTION ANSWERS will be collected at your destination. Look for the blue NELSON VCC banner near the hotel. You should hand in your paper by 3.30pm.
Have a wander around the town, buy your afternoon tea at the cafe/pub, or bring your own.
Return to Reefton at your leisure, either following the route you travelled down, or by crossing the river and rejoining SH 7. [ See map in your rally instructions ].
6.30pm Meet at the REEFTON WORKINGMEN’s CLUB for pre dinner drinks
[your cost] 7.00pm Dinner. [the Club has given us the exclusive use of the facility.]
A chance to chat, raffles, lucky draw and prizes. Bar open until...well not late for oldies!
SUNDAY 14th. Breakfast OTU. 9.30am Assemble outside the REEFTON W.M’s Club.
9.40am. Depart for a visit to the ECHO COAL MINE. This will take approximately 2 hrs. PLEASE WEAR STRONG FOOTWEAR, BOOTS or GUMBOOTS.
After driving carefully to the site [private road and a little rough] we will first have a presentation by the Mngr, Eamon, then we will visit the opencast pit, view the Rehabilitation Site, including the Mussel Reactor. We should be finished by 12 noon.
LUNCH in town or stay another night to explore more of Rugged Reefton.
Thank you for joining us and we hope you enjoyed our BIENNIAL RALLY, 2025!
REGULATIONS; VCC Member in the vehicle, Vehicle rego and WOF, NZ Road Code must be adhered to and no actions should reflect badly on the organizers or the VCC. Mike, Zoe, Rex.
Nelson Branch Members
We would appreciate a great turn out of Nelson Vehicles in the 2026 VERO Festival and the Teams Relay Challenge
Don’t delay - hop on line and register now
If you need help to register call Karen Thompson ( Festival Secretary) on 022 1201124
Below. Incoming Chair Joanne Hoffman, Outgoing Chair Mike Bryan, Secretary Treasurer John Barker and Lesley Barker
L. Rob Thompson
Above. Martin Wallace
L. Lorraine and Grant Russ
Tim McDowell receives the Fix it Shop (Auto Focus) hardluck Trophy from Mike Bryan
Above: Yvonne Bell receives the Carston Family Trophy for Price of ownership of her Model A Roadster
Left: David Ching picks up the John White Restoration of the Year trophy for his Vauxhall
in
Two entries
the Restoration of the Year. - David Chings 1934 Vauxhall (27 votes and John Herds Model T Truck (21 votes)
A couple of shots of the Ching Vauxhall & a pic of Malcom Baker for no other reason than he has a great smile
Our New Patron - Lloyd Ewing addresses the AGM membership after accepting his appointment as Branch Patron, Lloyd was quick to point out that He and Gwen were a partnership and had been very lucky to be able to jointly share their resources to the benefit of the club.
The Duncan Rutherford Award is awarded to a person who in the view of the Branch Chair has contributed especially well to the branch.
2025 award was made by Mike Bryan to Max Clarke. Max has contributed in so many ways whether it be organising building or infrastructure items, helping other members out with mechanical advise or has he has in the last few years enabled the registration of many many VICs
Proposed Movie Night
At Silkey Otter Richmond Thursday 14August
Aiming for 6.00pm subject to what is screening (TBA)
FOR SALE
Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT
Year: 2006 Condition: Very Good Kms: 104,147
Transmission: ZF 6speed Auto/manual NZ New
Quattroporte means Four Door in Italian, this fifth generation Quattroporte denoted M139 was built on an entirely new platform from its predecessor. This luxury family sedan has a naturally aspirated 4.244 Litre V8 producing greater than 400 break-horse-power and has a 0-100kmph sprint time of 5.2 seconds, and a top speed of 275kmph. The Interior and exterior were both penned by Italy’s best design house. Stunning sumptuous leather interior with reclining seats. No sticky overheated surfaces on controls etc. Happy to discuss or provide evidence that controls are clear of sticky surfaces.
Fitted with brand-new superior $5,000 Tubi exhaust system, amazing sounds. Complete motor overhaul at 100,000 kms, (costing approx $18,500 and have all receipts for the work done). Happy to supply copies of service records for work to overhaul the engine.
Compression ratio of 11.1:1. Maximum torque 442Nm. Also a virtually new VARTA, AGM battery in 2024, 12v 95Ah 850A (EN).
Comes with a Genuine full-service kit with; air filter, oil filter and a new serpentine belt. Also full owner’s service manual(s).
Asking Price: $34,000.00
Contact Darryl on phone number; 021 415 377
Daffodil Day Show n Shine
If you taking your Ford car to the Henry Ford Day on Sunday 27th July please let Dianne know.
From Week starting 4th August
Helpers required to Sell raffle tickets - contact Dianne to set up roster
Saturday 23rd August- Set up Day 9.00am
Helpers Required
8-10 people to set up marquees
· Set up chairs and tables under marquees
· Put toilet signs up and tell Portaloo where to place portaloos
· Mark out where food carts are going
· Set up our own VCC stand
· And much more
Sunday 24th August - Show n Shine Day 9.00am
Helpers required
We require many helpers to assist with
· Manning our the gates - taking cash/ donations from entries
· Manning our VCC Stand
· Carparking volunteers - contact Paul, Yvonne and Dave
Contact : Dianne Lewis Co-ordinator on 021 0848 2878 or email her on pauldiannelewis@gamil.com
If you can help with any of the above
TASMANAUTO ELECTRICS
We have the largest range of batteries in the Top of the South, including batteries for –Vintage Cars, Golf Carts, Mobility Scooters and more!!
All with GREY POWER DISCOUNT!! 10 Poutama Street (off Gladstone Road) Richmond Ph: 544 8388 – Come in and see us!!
From the Secretary
We would like to acknowledge and to thank all the Nelson Branch Members who attended the Special General Meeting
We have made great progress towards the dealing with our new Constitution required to meet the requirements of the
John & Lesley Barker.
LADIES CRAFT GROUP Sew, Paint, Knit, Everything
Calling all VCC ladies Wives, Partners, etc. to come and enjoy the company of other members at our Craft group. Held on the first Thursday of every month at the clubrooms.
Next meeting Thursday August 7th 2025 9am to 4pm
Just come for a chat and or share your hobbies with others. Come for the day or an hour or two. Tea and coffee on the house. If staying for the day bring your lunch. Need to be pickup, this can be arranged.
For more info contact
Kyra 544 9998
