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Patrick Ryan
Grand Master Username: patrick_r
Post Number: 1276 Registered: 4-2016
| Posted on Wednesday, 22 March, 2017 - 11:19: |    |
Gents, My wife & I had the pleasure to attend the RROC Federal Rally which was held last weekend in our nations capital of Canberra. The weather was very kind which was good. I was lucky enough to be made an apprentice judge on the Saturday morning in a factory unit at a place called Hume. I was placed in a group of gents that are just outstanding in their knowledge of all things Rolls Royce & Bentley. The guys were very happy to share their knowledge with me, thanks chaps. I did learn plenty, which is always great. Here are some images of the judging.
The Sunday was our display day, and started off a little wet. We attended the customary Dawn Patrol at 6:30am and headed to the lookout for some coffee & breakfast. What a meal we had supplied by the gents from the Vietnam Veterans.
We arrived to the grounds of the National Library overlooking Lake Burley Griffin. What a lovely spot to spend the afternoon. We were very lucky to be graced with the presence of five Phantom III's. I've never really seen one up close, let alone under the bonnet. Please enjoy some images.
Please enjoy some more images from our display day in Canberra.
I copped a rather bad (and wet) bird crap straight over the bonnet of SRH12255. As I was cleaning I failed to notice a local news guy filming. It made it onto the news that night.
This ex demo 2015 Phantom was for sale. Asking price $999,888.00
Oh, And I had some awesome pizza for dinner.
I will leave the best till last. Here is a shot JUST for Vlad. Enjoy mate.
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Alan Ford
Prolific User Username: herne13
Post Number: 171 Registered: 8-2016
| Posted on Wednesday, 22 March, 2017 - 16:54: |    |
This is what I have been waiting for, thanks Patrick I knew you wouldn't let us down. Bloody awesome display and excellent photo's mate. So damned pee'd off that I had to get ill only days before the big event, just my damned luck. |
   
Brian Crump
Prolific User Username: brian_crump
Post Number: 158 Registered: 2-2007
| Posted on Wednesday, 22 March, 2017 - 17:03: |    |
Nice photos Patrick but why were you polishing YOUR car when you could have polished the PV?  |
   
Jeff Young
Grand Master Username: jeyjey
Post Number: 323 Registered: 10-2010
| Posted on Wednesday, 22 March, 2017 - 20:37: |    |
Great stuff, Patrick! Thanks for posting. |
   
Mark Herbstreit
Prolific User Username: mark_herbstreit
Post Number: 163 Registered: 5-2005
| Posted on Wednesday, 22 March, 2017 - 21:35: |    |
My Shadow II back in the good books after 1500 trouble free kms
Buttercup GNS60
A very rare Continental SC
B25KL MKVI special
Vice regal Phantoms 5VF159 and 5VF155 with Silver Wraith HLW48 reunited for the first time in decades.
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Graham Watson
Experienced User Username: graham508
Post Number: 26 Registered: 3-2016
| Posted on Wednesday, 22 March, 2017 - 22:14: |    |
Patrick and Mark thanks for sharing those great pictures. The engine shots were really super. |
   
Alan Ford
Prolific User Username: herne13
Post Number: 172 Registered: 8-2016
| Posted on Wednesday, 22 March, 2017 - 22:32: |    |
Good stuff, more magnificent photo's of the event. Thanks guys, I appreciate you sharing. |
   
michael vass
Prolific User Username: mikebentleyturbo2
Post Number: 288 Registered: 7-2015
| Posted on Wednesday, 22 March, 2017 - 23:28: |    |
so many wonderful motor cars. Thanks for the pics Mike |
   
Patrick Lockyer.
Grand Master Username: pat_lockyer
Post Number: 1166 Registered: 9-2004
| Posted on Thursday, 23 March, 2017 - 00:17: |    |
Wow what a collection of cars RHD as well, Have a couple been converted from LHD. Tell signs maybe. What was the overall winner. Looks like the summer has been a scorcher judging by the grass. |
   
Mark Luft
Experienced User Username: bentleyman1993
Post Number: 38 Registered: 10-2016
| Posted on Thursday, 23 March, 2017 - 03:48: |    |
Patrick and Mark, fantastic photo's and coverage. I only hope there is an event like this in the states this year. I'd love to attend. Thanks guys! |
   
Larry Kavanagh
Frequent User Username: shadow_11
Post Number: 58 Registered: 5-2016
| Posted on Thursday, 23 March, 2017 - 08:45: |    |
Stunning, thanks for sharing. |
   
Brian Carson
Experienced User Username: brian_carson
Post Number: 29 Registered: 7-2009
| Posted on Thursday, 23 March, 2017 - 16:07: |    |
Dont forget to go to the clubs facebook page for more video's and pictures. https://www.facebook.com/Rolls-Royce-Owners-Club-of-Australia-717862548361172/ |
   
Patrick Ryan
Grand Master Username: patrick_r
Post Number: 1278 Registered: 4-2016
| Posted on Thursday, 23 March, 2017 - 20:12: |    |
Alan, Thanks for the comments. It is a shame you didn't make it mate. Was looking forward to catching up. Brian, I could only wish my car was as shiny as the PV You do a fantastic job with it. Thanks Jeff. Great set of photos Mark, Thanks for adding them to the thread and making it even more interesting. Good stuff. Thanks for the comments: Graham Michael Patrick Mark &Larry |
   
ross kowalski
Grand Master Username: cdfpw
Post Number: 331 Registered: 11-2015
| Posted on Sunday, 26 March, 2017 - 22:35: |    |
Patrick and Mark, Wow. What a great day that must have been. The only problem is that I think I need a single light Bentley now. Thanks |
   
Patrick Ryan
Grand Master Username: patrick_r
Post Number: 1291 Registered: 4-2016
| Posted on Monday, 27 March, 2017 - 06:58: |    |
Ross, I thought you may have been a Phantom V driver. I could just see one of those driving around the farm with sheep in the massive rear passenger area. Yes Ross, It was a great day, the cars looked fantastic, everyone did a great job in getting them to look their best for the day. |