AUCKLAND CAR CLUB
ROLL OF HONOUR 2016
Jim Donaldwas originally one of Auckland’s top racing and rallying mechanics but after
commencing his own rally driving career in the 1970s won three NZ Rally
Championships and the 1980 Rally of NZ. Driving Ford Escort RS1600s and 1800s
as part of the legendary Masport Escort Team he also represented NZ in
international rallies in Australia and Wales then contested several long
distance saloon car races in NZ.
Ross Stone worked
as a top racing mechanic in NZ and overseas but in NZ contested both Formula
Ford and Formula Pacific driving cars designed and built by his brother Jim and
himself. After winning the Gold Star Championship he concentrated on building
and servicing saloon and touring cars culminating in winning multiple V8
Supercar titles under the Stone s Racing banner.
Jim Stonealso worked as an engineer in both Formula 1 and CanAm but on his return to NZ
contested Formula Ford racing and Touring Car racing with some success driving
cars designed and built by he and his younger brother Ross. After retiring from
driving and building cars and servicing for various teams he formed Stone
Brothers Racing with Ross and the rest is history.
Rod Millenis a legend in NZ rallying having won the first three NZ Rally Championships
for Mazda then taking several North American titles. Having founded a
successful motorsport engineering business in California he went on to become a
dominant force stadium truck racing and at the Pikes Peak Hillclimb.
Ian Iverswas one of NZ motorsports hardest workers who maintained a "behind the scenes”
profile despite his huge efforts. He undertook roles such as Clerk Of Course,
Chief Grid Marshall, Chief Scrutineer, MANZ Steward and served on the club’s
executive Committee for 20 years including several years as Vice-President.
Greg
Lancaster commenced racing in 1965 and retired in 1994 driving
a variety of saloon and touring cars. As a successful corporate Chief
Executive, he also instigated and oversaw major sponsorship of both racing and
rallying including the 1983 and 1984 Sanyo Rally of NZ. Greg also held high
positions in motorsport administration and as a director of the NZV8s board of
control. Unofficially he also ensured the Clubrooms were equipped with modern
TV sets and sound systems!
Jim Palmercommenced racing as a 15 year old and is a legend in NZ motor racing having won
multiple Gold Star championships and finished first resident Kiwi in the NZ
Grand Prix several times. A move to touring cars saw him race big banger
saloons, production cars and the legendary red Porsche 911. He also contested
and won long distance saloon races throughout his lengthy career.
Dr Ken Orrwas one of the lesser known motor racing officials whose 40 year contribution
as the club’s Chief Medical Officer was immense to say the least. As a
successful doctor located in the central city, Ken would take his caravan
Ardmore and Pukekohe where he would undertake all serious medical work single
handed. He also performed this task for the Northern Sports Car Club and NZ
Grand Prix Association.
Rick Hillhas been constantly involved as a volunteer on the Auckland rallying scene
since the mid-1970s mainly operating the recovery vehicle and then as a
sometime competitor and regular sponsor of the club’s rally events. Having
owned and run a successful panel beating business in for several years, Rick
owned his own tow truck which he hauled around Auckland area rallies rescuing
crews from their difficulties for over 20 years.
Jack
Christie was a notable businessman and motorsport
administrator for over 40 years and served as the club’s representative on the
NZIGP board for 30 years. He also served on the Board of Motorsport Management
Ltd and was a former Executive Committee member of the Club. Jack’s constant
loyalty saw his company TISCO sponsor the club’s annual Gold Star Trial for
several years during the 1970s.
Dennis
Marwood started racing in a Humber 80 in the early 1960s and competed
at the highest levels until retiring in the mid-1980s. He drove with success in
both the historic Rothmans Cooper and the brutal Eisert Chev F5000 single
seaters before achieving legendary status in the Rorison Chev Camaro and a host
of production and long distance races.
Allan Woolfhas been racing and rallying successfully since the 1950s and although starting
in a Ford 8 was better known for his exploits in Triumphs. Despite being an
exponent at production touring car racing, Allan also won an NZ Touring Car
title in a rapid Escort BDG before heading up a family motorsport dynasty in
racing and rallying. His company, Woolf Mufflers, also became a regular sponsor
of high profile motorsport events.
Doug Bonewas renowned as a hard working executive committee member who served terms as
Club Captain and Vice-President together with organising several trials, car
shows, film evenings and a host of other motorsport events. Always a keen
competitor in hillclimbs and gymkhanas, Doug was a respected rally co-driver in
national and international rallies together with winning six Gold Star trials
Championships.
Jim Richardsfirst came to notice driving an Anglia 105E then progressed to a Williment
Escort twin cam then the legendary Sidchrome Mustang. He notched up several NZ
Touring and Production Car titles before moving to Australia where he became a
racing icon. His career includes five Australian Touring Car & V8 Supercar
Championships together with seven Bathurst 1000 victories. After more than 50
years of racing, Jim still races in the Australian Touring Car Master Series
and contests Targa Rally events in his Porsche 911.
Paul
Radisich leapt to immediate prominence driving Formula Pacific
in NZ before undertaking stints in North American Formula Atlantic and in
British Formula 3 where he established a solid reputation. Having come to the
eye of top touring car teams in both Britain and Australia he became a regular
winner in both British Touring Cars and Australian V8 Supercars. His career
culminated in winning two World Touring Car Championships with Ford during the
early 1990s.
Ralph Emson was
keen on racing cars since he was a boy and raced competitively for over 40
years contesting a variety of events and classes especially production cars
where he specialised in long distance events. He also excelled in trials and
rallies most notably finishing second overall in the 1970 Heatway Rally of NZ
in a Holden Torana XU-1.
Ben Hamiltonwas a long time stalwart of the club having competed in early trials and undertaking
various administration duties at race meetings over several years. After
serving on the Executive Committee for over 20 years where he worked as the
Club’s Membership Secretary, Ben was awarded a life membership of the Club.
Jack Nazerhas been a club member for over 50 years and was at the forefront of the 1960s
"Allcomers” saloon car racing scene followed by many years in the "Big Banger”
Touring Car Championships. Jack’s exploits three legendary cars – the yellow
Lotus Anglia fastback, the Cossack Escort FVA and the Vauxhall Victor-Chev
"Lady Victorious” – established him as a crowd favourite together with winning
the NZ Touring Car Championship during
the 1970s.
Barry Webberwas a regular competitor in trials and racing during the 1950s and 1960s but
after stepping down from competing focused on his role as Club President for
nearly 15 years. Under Barry’s leadership the Club was prominent in the transition
to a more commercial and professional era of motor racing and the advent of
special stage rallying. Barry was one of motorsports finest diplomats and was
awarded a Life Membership of the Club for his efforts.
Les McLarenheaded the early years of the world renowned McLaren motor racing dynasty which
was most notable for the exploits of his son Bruce, an earlier Roll Of Honour
Inductee. Les was a former President of the Club and a Life Member who always
maintained an interest by making regular visits to officiate at various functions,
prizegivings, etc. Les was a keen competitor for many years in the early days
of the Club before stepping aside to concentrate on his son’s career.