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les · 03-11-2009, 10:24 PM

les · 05-11-2009, 06:25 PM

Valvoline Autofest a resounding success

Posted on November 4, 2009, 7:07am

Judging by crowd response, the inaugural Valvoline Mount Gambier Autofest was a resounding success and future editions look almost assured.
Held at the Mount Gambier Showgrounds over both days of last weekend, an estimated 4800 people got their “fix” of all things motorsport.
Incorporating the old Show ‘N Shine event, Autofest also included a variety of driving events as well as simulated displays to keep spectators entertained.
More than 150 entries were received across the board of all associated events and Autofest is the first of a national tour that will also include similar shows at Shepparton, Murray Bridge and Corowa.
The Show ‘N Shine section, held in the showground’s main pavilion attracted plenty of interest with cars in different categories.
One of the most eye catching was a 1933 Chrysler Coupe, dubbed “Jekyll and Hyde.”
Owned by Anthony Whitehead of Adelaide, the vehicle has been repainted blue and white and features a dramatic skull.
“Jekyll and Hyde” was judged the best hot rod on show.
Driving events also proved to be extremely popular with both crowd and drivers (and eager passengers, only too willing to hop into selected cars).
Angus Sweet, driving a Nissan 200SX won the corkscrew challenge, where drivers were required to negotiate a number of witches hats, evenly spaced over a 140 metre course.
Melissa Justin in a Toyota Aristo won the female equivalent of that event.
Victor Sakaris in a HK Monar won the V8 Dyno Challenge, where cars were put their horsepower range whilst in a stationary position.
The Go-to-Whoa was a new event where drivers were asked to sprint a certain distance but brake on a dedicated spot. The male winner was Darren Wagner in a Holden HZ, while Karen Keeves in a Holden Monaro won the girls’ race.
Steven Johnson was judged the overall winner of Autofest, edging out Rod Cambert and Lincoln Tucker.
Results:
Hot rod: Anthony Whitehead.
Sedan: Lincoln Tucker.
Coupe/tudor: Anthony Whitehead.
Ute-pickup: Rod Lambert.
Panel van/wagon: Steven Johnson.
Interior: Haydn Rowley.
Engineered: Anthony Whitehead.
Standard paint: Tony McKenzie.
Custom paint: Chris Haebich.
Undercarriage: Geoff Smith.
Engine bay: Bendt Rasmussen.
Import: Brad Reynolds.
Authentic: Neale Guthrie.
Particpating club: Mount Gambier Street Machine Club.
Participating club display: South East Street Machine Club.
Female vehicle: Cristy Turley.
Custom: Darren Wagner.
Pro street: Darren Wagner.
Driving events
Corkscrew (males): Angus Sweet.
Corkscrew (females): Melissa Justin
Dyno challenge (V8): Victor Sakaris.
Dyno challenge (6 cylinder): Darren Reynolds.
Dyno challenge (overall): Victor Sakaris.
Go-to-whoa (male): Darren Wagner.
Go-to-whoa (female): Karen Keeves.
Motorkana (male): Angus Sweet.
Motokana (female): Melissa Justin.
Autofest (overall): Steven Johnson 1; Rod Cambert 2; Lincoln Tucker 3.

les · 13-11-2009, 09:36 PM

2009 results

HQGTS350 · 28-11-2009, 07:14 PM

Great show Les looking forward to 2010 this time i will be bringing the HQ Stato
Congradulations to my beautiful wife , for taking her Monaro in the LADIES EVENT GO TO WHOA AND THE MOTORANA Karen won first in the Go to Whoa and 2nd in the Motorana , not bad for a NANA................. Had a great weeekend , lets see more burnout guys next year.

28-11-2009, 07:14 PM	#74 (permalink)
HQGTS350 Newby Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: adelaide Ride: hqgts308 Posts: 25	Mount Gambier Great show Les looking forward to 2010 this time i will be bringing the HQ Stato Congradulations to my beautiful wife , for taking her Monaro in the LADIES EVENT GO TO WHOA AND THE MOTORANA Karen won first in the Go to Whoa and 2nd in the Motorana , not bad for a NANA................. Had a great weeekend , lets see more burnout guys next year.

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03-11-2009, 10:24 PM	#71 (permalink)
les Provisional Driver Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 423	Here a few vids of the weekend http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eRHDnU5-EA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EfbvW9TZlQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8kIz20PyFM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXSqnR4qsJ4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmid11snijU http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Em7XwykuzEY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pThPm93kbNk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ALdEN5ahNY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htYA973Af_4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0dX0nk22bI http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-5fO4E6gAo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=knDny1PJPTo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IEVGo-OS9c http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Id4tQ570KRA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pt1IGj8cs0 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOZ8SLYf5Zo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZ0z48YIN2M http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LIEN9X2Hqg

05-11-2009, 06:25 PM	#72 (permalink)
les Provisional Driver Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 423	Valvoline Autofest a resounding success Posted on November 4, 2009, 7:07am Judging by crowd response, the inaugural Valvoline Mount Gambier Autofest was a resounding success and future editions look almost assured. Held at the Mount Gambier Showgrounds over both days of last weekend, an estimated 4800 people got their “fix” of all things motorsport. Incorporating the old Show ‘N Shine event, Autofest also included a variety of driving events as well as simulated displays to keep spectators entertained. More than 150 entries were received across the board of all associated events and Autofest is the first of a national tour that will also include similar shows at Shepparton, Murray Bridge and Corowa. The Show ‘N Shine section, held in the showground’s main pavilion attracted plenty of interest with cars in different categories. One of the most eye catching was a 1933 Chrysler Coupe, dubbed “Jekyll and Hyde.” Owned by Anthony Whitehead of Adelaide, the vehicle has been repainted blue and white and features a dramatic skull. “Jekyll and Hyde” was judged the best hot rod on show. Driving events also proved to be extremely popular with both crowd and drivers (and eager passengers, only too willing to hop into selected cars). Angus Sweet, driving a Nissan 200SX won the corkscrew challenge, where drivers were required to negotiate a number of witches hats, evenly spaced over a 140 metre course. Melissa Justin in a Toyota Aristo won the female equivalent of that event. Victor Sakaris in a HK Monar won the V8 Dyno Challenge, where cars were put their horsepower range whilst in a stationary position. The Go-to-Whoa was a new event where drivers were asked to sprint a certain distance but brake on a dedicated spot. The male winner was Darren Wagner in a Holden HZ, while Karen Keeves in a Holden Monaro won the girls’ race. Steven Johnson was judged the overall winner of Autofest, edging out Rod Cambert and Lincoln Tucker. Results: Hot rod: Anthony Whitehead. Sedan: Lincoln Tucker. Coupe/tudor: Anthony Whitehead. Ute-pickup: Rod Lambert. Panel van/wagon: Steven Johnson. Interior: Haydn Rowley. Engineered: Anthony Whitehead. Standard paint: Tony McKenzie. Custom paint: Chris Haebich. Undercarriage: Geoff Smith. Engine bay: Bendt Rasmussen. Import: Brad Reynolds. Authentic: Neale Guthrie. Particpating club: Mount Gambier Street Machine Club. Participating club display: South East Street Machine Club. Female vehicle: Cristy Turley. Custom: Darren Wagner. Pro street: Darren Wagner. Driving events Corkscrew (males): Angus Sweet. Corkscrew (females): Melissa Justin Dyno challenge (V8): Victor Sakaris. Dyno challenge (6 cylinder): Darren Reynolds. Dyno challenge (overall): Victor Sakaris. Go-to-whoa (male): Darren Wagner. Go-to-whoa (female): Karen Keeves. Motorkana (male): Angus Sweet. Motokana (female): Melissa Justin. Autofest (overall): Steven Johnson 1; Rod Cambert 2; Lincoln Tucker 3.