Irish Vintage Scene Magazine

Alfa Romeo Owners’ Club Ireland

editor — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:51:55 +0000

Irish Alfa Romeo owners now have a new club that will proudly fly the serpent at events this year. No longer will owners have to arrive and park under the flag of Italian cars, or be directed to the “other cars” parking at an event. Alfa Romeo Owners’ Club Irelandhas been formed by a number of enthusiasts who will participate in a variety of diverse events around Ireland. In this first year, a trip to the Capri Club Irelandtrack day in MondelloParkon the 28^th of April is planned, while an altogether different experience will be the more sedate but hugely-popular Norman Pratt Run in Co. Meath on the 6^th of May. The event that really kickstarted the renewed interest in forming an Alfa Romeo owners club was the huge Alfa Romeo display at Classic Car Live two years ago; supported by Irish Vintage Scene Magazine, Ireland’s “mini Goodwood” will again take place in Mondello Park this year on the 17^th of June. For those that like to display their cars in the nicest of surroundings, the Irish Classic & Vintage Motorshow in Terenure College, Dublin on the 8^th of July will feature a special club display. Finally, an Alfa Romeo-only weekend away is planned for October, with details to be announced shortly.

These events offer something for everyone, and will hopefully bring out all those Alfa owners who have long waited for their own club. For further information, contact Gordon Rowland on 086 8150620 or email arocireland@gmail.com.

Picture Alfa

Autojumble Season

editor — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:25:34 +0000

The first few months of the year host some of the best autojumbles all over the country. The season started off with the Abbeyshrule event run by the Lakeland Vintage Club, and this year’s jumble was without doubt one of the largest in recent years, with the indoor section packed to capacity and outdoor stalls extending beyond the village. Edre Mills, who organises the event, stated that it was great to see such a crowd attending, and after having two bad years due to poor weather conditions the mild day was very welcome. Next up was Taughmaconnell, another one well-established on the calendar; the day started off wet, but this didn’t deter visitors and, from early in the morning, there was a steady flow of customers for the many autojumblers in attendance. While this issue is at print the Fermoy Bring & Buy event will take place, while next up on the 19^th of February is the Shrule & District Vintage Club event at Shrule, Co. Galway, one of the longest-established events in Ireland and a favourite with enthusiasts from all over. Just the following weekend, on the 26^th of February, will be the Western Vintage Tractor & Engine Club’s autojumble at Roundfort, Co. Mayo. Then it’s northward to Ballinagh, Co. Cavan where the Breffni Vintage Club will hold their Autojumble, Vintage & Classic Sale on the 11^th of March. This is a great event, and the welcome one receives is worth the trip alone. Towards the end of March, on the 30^th the Kilkenny Vintage & Classic Sale & Autojumble will take place, which continues to grow each year. The following day, the 1^st of April will see jumblers heading to the capital for the Classic Car Show/Sale & Autojumble in Swords; while this event runs twice a year, the April event always proves to be the bigger one, and is not to be missed.

Photo Auto Jumble: Not only are autojumbles a place to get the part you need to get your classic up and running, they are also a great social opportunity to meet like-minded enthusiasts over a cup of tea. (Photo from Abbeyshrule 2012, by Patrick Mullan)

ROAD RUN

editor — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:46:20 +0000

19^th February: Road run for tractors, cars, bikes and commercial vehicles, in aid of, Rathangan Day Care Centre, Rathangan, Co. Kildare, starting at noon; for more info,

call 087 2332388.

Irish Escort Club Calendar

editor — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:06:53 +0000

Declan Casey from the Irish Escort Club has been in touch to remind our readers that their 2012 calendars are still available. The well-designed and attractive calendars have proven very popular since their release late last year, and no doubt very many of them are already brightening up the walls of houses, offices and garages all over the country and beyond! The calendars are full of high-quality photos, and also feature a list of this year’s upcoming event dates as well as the release dates for this year’s issues of Retro Classics Magazine, so don’t miss out; we can see these selling out in the very near future, so to bag yours for a very reasonable €10 (£9stg) including postage and packaging, order online at www.irishescortclub.com or call Declan on 087 8390289. To order fromNorthern Ireland, call Colin on 078 54877123.

Durrow 1st Diecast Model & Diorama Show

editor — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:34:37 +0000

Durrow Vintage Club are holding their 1^st Die Cast Model & Diorama Show on Saturday 17^th December 2011. It will be held in the Castle Arms Hotel in Durrow, Co. Laois and will run from 9.30am to 5.30pm. There is a lot of entries so far both from Model Traders and Exhibitors. Some of the traders that have confirmed their attendance is Mad for Models, M & M Models, N.L. Auto Models – Portlaoise and Kevin Finlay will also be attending on the day. Some other stands that will be there will be Don Mc-Clenahan with books and DVD’s others have yet to confirm. Most of the model exhibits at our show are exhibiting for the first time and some are members of surrounding vintage clubs. We also hope to have some miniature steam on display outside the hotel. The hotel will have special rates available for anyone wishing to stay over and there will be carvery lunch available on the day also. All are welcome to our show and remember this will be your last chance to buy that special gift before Christmas.Looking forward to seeing you all there. For further information contact Austin on 086 8860598.

Charleville Bring & Buy

editor — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 21:18:31 +0000

The organisers of the great Charleville Vintage Rally are holding their bring-and-buy autojumble this Sunday the 6th of November in the showgrounds in Charleville, Co. Cork; all are welcome, the gates open at 8am and breakfast rolls and food will be available in the field that morning for everyone. For further details, contact John on 087 9624937.

IVVCC Autojumble

editor — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 07:53:25 +0000

The IVVCC’s season finale autojumble will take place on Sunday the 30^th of October at its traditional location at Toughers Restaurant in Naas, Co. Kildare. This event marks the closing of the show season for many, and time to get a few bits for the garage to carry out planned repairs during the winter months. The array of items for sale at this event is usually very varied, with a headlight for an early 1920s Rolls-Royce beside a taillight for a 1980 Mini on one table last year. There is always a great variety of autojumble at the event that includes parts, tools, books, models and much more, and I’m sure that anyone who has ever attended this event will agree that Maura and Mick Jones do a great organising job. For full details, give Mick a call on 087 2787044.

Kilkenny Vintage & Classic Sale

editor — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 07:51:15 +0000

The second vintage and classic sale of the year will take place in Kilkenny on Saturday the 29^th of October; this event is held in the great facility of the Kilkenny car boot sale indoor venue, just a few miles from Kilkenny on the Callan Road, a simply brilliant venue for an indoor event (and as I have said before, serves a great breakfast also!). The event has increased in size, and the autojumble section is getting better with each passing year. At the last event there were a number of cars sold, so contrary to common opinion any vintage vehicle that is in good condition and priced right will sell. There were some excellent bargains to be had last time around, so why not head to Kilkenny on Saturday the 29^th of October to see what you can pick up; remember, the weather doesn’t matter as it’s mostly indoors. For full details on the event, call 087 2432935 or 087 2844370.

Irish Vintage Scene at the National Ploughing Championships

editor — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 13:42:31 +0000

Once again Irish Vintage Scene Magazine will have their trade stand at this year’s National Ploughing Championships, which takes place in Athy, Co. Kildare from Tuesday the 20^th to Thursday the 22^nd of September. Also this year the Irish Vintage Scene Ferguson 20-Build Challenge will be on hand, neighbouring the magazine’s trade stand on Row H at Stands 220 and 221; these are on the main thoroughfare from Gate 4, close to the vintage display area and main catering arena. This year Irish Vintage Scene will have a number of special offers on the stand at the event, including a free polo shirt with every new subscription taken out over the three days, plus a free back issue when you buy the current issue. There will also be a once-off clearance sale of back issues of the magazine, so if you’re at the event then don’t miss out, and be sure to call over to say hi to Tom, Andrew and Carl, who will be on the stand over the three days. Don’t forget that the tractor-build challenge will take place each day, with two new ladies’ teams competing on Tuesday and Wednesday, with the main builds taking place at 10am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm and 4pm each day. See you there!

Open Day at Kevin O’Leary Opel Dealers, Bandon.

editor — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 09:10:09 +0000

An Open Day will be held at the Opel showrooms of Kevin O’Leary Motor Group in Bandon, Co. Cork on Saturday the 10th of September from Noon to 4.30 pm. The event is being held in association with the Opel Owners’ Club of Ireland, and is an indication of the close and friendly relationship between the dealer and the club; only a few weeks ago the club held their annual run, which the Kevin O’Leary Group co-sponsored, and which had a total of 84 cars participating, from a 1964 Holden to a 2011 Insignia. So, on Saturday the 10th of September why not call in to the Kevin O’Leary Opel showrooms in Bandon to see the old and new together; there will be some rally cars (including a very famous Circuit of Ireland Rally winner), and a new sporty model not yet seen in the dealers’ showrooms. Refreshments will be served, there will be something to keep everyone amused, and a great day is assured for all. For details on the event, call Ted O’Connell, Chairperson of the Opel Owners’ Club of Ireland, on 086 3256751 or email tedoconnell1@gmail.com.