Images From My Past - Nigel Watts Collection

[Bruce302]

There are/were 5 or 6 of them in the country. Nigel Russell, Donald, Lloyd Gleeson, I had one, now with Pete Benbrook, Neil Tolich had one (now overseas)

Those are very cool cars, was one of those above yours ?

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[Bruce302]

Fabulous shots Nigel, fabulous cars.
That McKechnie looks like he's out for a Sunday drive.

[Oldfart]

Those are very cool cars, was one of those above yours ?

B.

No Bruce. Those shown there were both in possession of Nigel when that was taken. I could well be wrong, but \I think the one on the left went to Neil Tolich and the other is either still with Nigel, or sold to Oz.

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[ERC]

Great pics as always. Brings back a few memories of cars we haven't seen for a while - and some that are still going strong.

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[Rex Bentham]

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Great photo Nigel, lots of nostalgia there. Anyone know the grid line up. Is that a Viva on the front row?

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[Rex Bentham]

Third row Mike Westall MK2 with that unusual white roll cage.

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[Grant Ellwood]

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Nigel, is the chop-top Anglia a tribute car or does it have racing history? Looks immaculate!

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Nigel, is the chop-top Anglia a tribute car or does it have racing history? Looks immaculate!

I'm not sure Grant. This was the one and only time I saw it.

[Spgeti]

I'm not sure Grant. This was the one and only time I saw it.

Tribute car Grant.

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[Roger Dowding]

Nigel some great cars - Great Photo's- have " borrowed " the Buckler one,I hope you don't mind - full credit given .. Cheers,Roger D

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[Oldfart]

Somehow the Central Muscle Cars don't look right to me on their roller skate wheels and tyres.

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Somehow the Central Muscle Cars don't look right to me on their roller skate wheels and tyres.

Yes I can understand how you feel. I go to a lot of hotrod events to photograph the cars so I'm used to seeing BIG wheels and don't really notice them on the CMC cars anymore.

[Kiwiboss]

Yes I can understand how you feel. I go to a lot of hotrod events to photograph the cars so I'm used to seeing BIG wheels and don't really notice them on the CMC cars anymore.

Yes, you nailed it Nigel "Hotrod" is what they are................funky spoilers, scoops, body work and big wheels doesn't do it for me either, let alone whats under em. Historic Never, Classic NO, hotrod YES..............a fantastic run race series that's definitely worth watching, infact they are pretty much the top tier of NZ motorsport at the moment.................all started way back by some lads down in the Naki.

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[Roger Dowding]

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Nigel, great photos and love the Jaguar .. thanks
Roger D

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Whose is the #07 Mustang? Don't think I've seen that one before.

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Whose is the #07 Mustang? Don't think I've seen that one before.

Didn't get a programme unfortunately. I haven't seen it before either and it's not listed on the CMC website so can't help sorry.

[Steve Holmes]

Didn't get a programme unfortunately. I haven't seen it before either and it's not listed on the CMC website so can't help sorry.

Thanks Nigel. Dale Matters will probably know. He is a big fan of CMC.

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says C. Booth on the rear quarter glass if that helps

[Steve Holmes]

says C. Booth on the rear quarter glass if that helps

Ahh, right, that makes sense. It's Craig Boote, multi time NZ Superstock speedway champion from Nelson. Thanks for that.

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[Steve Holmes]

Outstanding photos Nigel. Thanks for sharing.

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[Bruce302]

Great photos Nigel, Thank you very much.

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and then the rains came down!!

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[Spgeti]

Great phots Nigel as always

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[928]

Nigel, nice to see some different cars.thanks

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Nigel, nice to see some different cars.thanks

My pleasure. I'm off to the Historic GP in Taupo next weekend so hopefully I'll get some good shots there.

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[ERC]

1195#/4 - that mid engined Micra is a fantastic piece of kit! Great stuff as always Nigel.

[khyndart in CA]

Nigel,
I am always impressed with your photography and I hope we get a chance to meet this weekend although you will probably chew my butt for bringing this up, but I always thought the TRS forum was for Historic Motor Racing and Motorsport History and the events and vehicles had to be at least from 20 years ago so when I see some of the photos here of much more recent years I get confused or did I miss something ?
Ken Hyndman

[ERC]

Good point Ken, but the attraction of the site is that it isn't a narrow focus.

I emailed Steve very early on to see if pics I had taken out of NZ were acceptable. Obviously they were and I know there are now many overseas visitors to the site. A 20 year cut off would merely diminish the opportunities to see great photographs but those pics also serve to show people the sort of variety you can expect at a meeting these days.

It is no secret that the number of older cars out on track is slowly diminishing in several areas, as it gets more and more difficult (and expensive) to keep them running and as their values also rise.

[Roger Dowding]

Nigel,
I am always impressed with your photography and I hope we get a chance to meet this weekend although you will probably chew my butt for bringing this up, but I always thought the TRS forum was for Historic Motor Racing and Motorsport History and the events and vehicles had to be at least from 20 years ago so when I see some of the photos here of much more recent years I get confused or did I miss something ?
Ken Hyndman

Ken agree with you about Nigel's photos, but the purpose of the forum,- taken from the About us tab on the front page of TRS says " The Roaring Season.com was created with the intention of building an international online community for enthusiasts of motorsport history, and modern day historic racing.

We encourage members to share their facts, figures, and photos with others, and to ask and answer technical questions and provide opinions on building cars for historic racing, including recommendations on parts and services.

For those who've built, or are building a car for historic racing, we want you to share your experiences and photos with others.

For those on the other side of the fence, who take an interest in historic racing as spectators, or as enthusiasts of motorsport history, share your thoughts, your photos, your experiences, your knowledge, no matter how big or small.
"

Certainly photos from all over the world are enjoyed, including your large collection from the USA and other places outside of NZ.

Enjoy it all.. and I am sorry to be missing Taupo, wishing you all good weather,like we had at Hampton Downs, the weekend just gone.

Cheers

Roger D

and drive carefully, and unless on the track stay at the legal speed limit.

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[Spgeti]

My pleasure. I'm off to the Historic GP in Taupo next weekend so hopefully I'll get some good shots there.

Hi Nigel,

Please call in to the HMC/HSC Marque, would like to catch up and put a face to the name...

Cheers
Bruce

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Hi Nigel,

Please call in to the HMC/HSC Marque, would like to catch up and put a face to the name...

Cheers
Bruce

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[Allan]

Just love the dude sitting on the front wheel of the Talon "peaceful contemplation"

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That's the Tasman Revival done & dusted - now for the Historic GP

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Mmmm - I see that Formula E is on the telly. I'm afraid the constant sound of squealing tyres and nothing else does nothing for me. Now if some clever bastard could come up with a tread design so that the squeal sounded like a screaming V8.....now that could be a game changer!!

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[Reeceracer]

Just like to say Thanks Nigel for the great pics of the Merc at Taupo - neat to see what the setup looks like from outside the car.....Cheers,Reece

[Steve Holmes]

Love the Historic GP pics. Was it a good weekend?

[nigel watts]

Love the Historic GP pics. Was it a good weekend?

Steve, I only attended the Saturday event. It was HOT and noisey. The noise was GOOD but the heat I could have done without. Some of the grids were a little light on entrants but we take what we can get and are grateful to those that continue to support the sport.

[Allan]

Can someone explain what the story was with the Hampton Downs meeting this past weekend, that was two days and then one.

[nigel watts]

Just like to say Thanks Nigel for the great pics of the Merc at Taupo - neat to see what the setup looks like from outside the car.....Cheers,Reece

Cheers Reece. Love seeing your car out on the track. It looks and sounds great. I also remember your little blue Imp with the enlarged heart.

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