PREVIOUS EVENTS – 2010
12th December 2010 – Chaeli Champaign golf winners drive
7 members of the club donated their time and petrol to drive the lucky winners of the Chaeli Champaign golf day auction and two Protea Hotel representatives around the peninsular. The weather was very warm, and although the Cape Doctor was out in full force on the Cape Point side, it did give some relief from the 33 degree heat. We stopped at various locations, allowing the passengers to swop cars so as to experience the different versions. The sponsored lunch at the Protea Hotel President was spectacular, as was some of the talent around the swimming pool adjacent to our table.
21st November 2010 – Classics in the Bay, Hout Bay
After numerous weather checks and phone calls, 8 Cobra’s ventured out to Hout Bay and were rewarded with a good turn out of other cars and spectators. Initially there were a few drops of rain, but it soon cleared up enough for us to even get a little sun-tan!
14th November 2010 – Live to Race, Killarney
Although only 4 Cobra’s attended the last Live to Race event for 2010, a great day was had by all the children, despite it being a very hot day. As may be seen in the photo below, there were many children who wanted rides, so we certainly got plenty of track time.
17th October 2010 – V&A Waterfront display, breakfast, drive
I was trying to beat our previous number of cars at a venue, also the Waterfront, and we certainly did – 28 cars in total. OK, we had 3 hire cars too, but even 25 is a big increase over the 2008 record. The weather was superb with not a breath of wind, making it quite hot on the run through Sea Point, Camps Bay, Hout Bay. Chappies, to Dixies at Glencairn, where we stopped for a quick drink before heading back home.
25th September 2010 – Whales & Wheels show – Hermanus
Unfortunately only 6 Cobra’s attended the annual car show in Hermanus this year, which was blessed with a glorious sunny day. I believe last year’s rain was still on the minds of many entrants, not just the Cobra owners, as there were quite a few “regulars” missing from the event, which was well supported by the public who made good use of the long weekend to visit the whales!
29th August 2010 – Breakfast & run – Franschhoek
11 Cobras ventured out to Franschhoek for a great breakfast at Le Bistro, followed by a photo shoot in front of the monument. Even though it was sunny, it is still quite cold early in the morning, yet everyone seemed to enjoy the first run of the season.
9th August 2010 – LIVE TO RACE – Killarney
After many SMS’s about the pouring rain, Monday cleared up enough for 6 Cobra’s to venture out to Killarney for anothet Live To Race event organised by Joe. The track started off very wet, and a few folk decided to do some farming – some even some plouging! By the second session the sun had dried the track out a bit, just before a light drizzle made it exciting for some more of us who tried a little dancing on some of the corners, ending up pointing in the wrong direction! As usual, all the guests had a great time, as did we.
8th August 2010 – Atlantic Rail – Cape Town Station
Show rained Cobra display out, but steam engine did make it out!
8th May 2010 – FASHKOSH – Stellenbosch
The weather was very kind to the Stellenbosch Flying Club and their visitors for the FASHKOSH Fly In and mini air show. One GT40 was later joined by six Cobras. At about 13:30 the parking area was flooded with Harley Davidson motor cycles. The magnificent men and their flying machines were providing good access to their aircraft and kept the crowd entertained from about 11:00 with their “mini air show” that went on till well after 15:00. The Cobras had a drive past the crowd at 13:00 led by a flying club member in his white GT40 followed at the rear by one of our own members in his 40. He managed to organize a two way high speed “flip” down the airfield main runway while the Cobra parade was under way. He had to take a navigator, complete with radio, to regulate his movements from the control tower on an active air strip. He managed to change up all six gears but had to deal with a sticky open throttle on the second run in top. All ended well however. (John Davidson).
2nd May 2010 – Live to Race – Killarney
Spectacular weather welcomed about 65 children and 35 drivers at the Live to Race event organised by Joe Struwig at Killarney. 8 Cobra’s went onto the track many times, much to the enjoyment of the large crowd, press and supporters. Two new members brought their cars to the track, and a few other members were there in their “tin-tops”.
1st May 2010 – Driver Training – Killarney
After a sleepless night and visions of putting my cobra into the barrier I mustered up the courage – took my brave pill and set off to the track.
Thankfully there were very few novices and the track was relatively uncongested. One other Cobra joined on the day as well as a stunning Mustang fastback. All the rest were Porsche, Ferrari and BMW, which were no mach for the brute power of a V8. Every lap was exhilarating and fifteen minutes proving to be just as much as I could handle. This is a must do for everyone no matter your skill level!!
Craig Corbett
Ed – I believe Craig is looking for new engine parts !
28th March 2010 – Wine & chocolate tasing, lunch – Bilton Wine Estate
Wine, chocolates and Cobra’s DO go together! This was the consensus of the 21 folk who attended the great wine & chocolate tasting followed by lunch at Bilton Wine estate in Stellenbosch. Only 5 Cobra’s were there, but that didn’t stop us having a very sociable outing in the glorious sunshine.
7th February 2010 – Execuline International Historic race day – Killarney
After much polishing and waxing, it was rather disappointing to wake up to the sound of rain! However, 13 Cobra’s found their ways out from all over the peninsular and beyond, to Killarney where the weather played along and even became very hot in the afternoon. The classic racing was as usual, very entertaining, and we all got the opportunity to drive (very sedately) around the track at lunchtime. Peter Colebank & Peter Versfeld’s cars were entered in the concourse competition, and were placed 2nd and 3rd behind an immaculate Triumph.
23rd January 2010 – Timour Hall show, Plumstead
This may sound strange after all my e-mails asking for extra cars for the show, but I was relieved only 8 arrived! This was due to one of the other clubs “invading” our space and us just managing to fit our cars into our usual corner. As per last year, there was a strange mix of cars, bikes and static engines on display, with our field along with the Mustangs, being declared by many as the most spectacular. A large crowd attended, and were very interested in the Cobra’s, asking many questions and chatting to us.
10th January 2010 – Farmers Arms brunch, Riebeek West
While driving through the mist in town, I was concerned that the 100km drive to Riebeek West was going to be quite cool or even wet, but after meeting most of the cars at the N1 Engen, the sun came out and we had stunning weather. The breakfast at Farmers Arms was great and attended by about 20 people from as far away as Saldanha Bay, and even one local Cobra owner! Unfortunately Allesverloren was closed, so after not being able to buy some Port, we drove back on the R302/4, which is a great open road – ideal for snakes!