Countdown to Orange

[customFC]

Well, it is now only 50 days before the start of the 13th FE FC Holden Nationals in Orange.
To help get everyone in the mood for the biggest gathering of FE FC's since the 50's I thought it might be interesting to look back on the history of the event. Every 5 days (or so) I will put up some pics from previous Nationals in this thread, counting back to the first ever Nationals. So look out for the next installment!!
I think the 12th and the 11th Nationals have had some good coverage over the past few years, but here are a few links to fairly recent posts to refresh your memory.

12
Mt Gambier in SA was the venue for the 12th Nationals in 2008, check out some coverage here:
http://fefcholden.org.au/forum/index.php/topic,13117.0.html

11
Philip Island in Vic played host in 2006, to the largest gathering of FE FC thus far.
Here is some coverage of the 11th Nationals:
http://fefcholden.org.au/forum/index.php/topic,9121.0.html

10
Jindabyne, Snowy River country, was the home of the 10th Nationals back in 2005. The FE-HR Holden Club of ACT were the organisers of this event, and featured some beautiful backdrops and a great venue in the Station Resort.






The winner of Grand Champ at this Nationals was John Rapinette with his Modified FC sedan.

Want to see more, check out this thread and follow the links to more pics.
http://fefcholden.org.au/forum/index.php/topic,6338.0.html

Regards
Alex

[EffCee]

Alex,

Fantastic photo's as always and obviously some great memories for you as well. Thankyou so much for starting this topic in the lead up to the Nats, it gives those of us that have never been before some idea of what to expect. There are some period accessories that I have not seen before in some of the photo's, such as the rear spats on the FC with the rego "OLKAT". I am really looking forward to attending this event.

Keith

[customFC]

I should also add that the winner of Grand Champion Stock at Jindabyne was Graham Pryce.

Regards
Alex

[WIGGSFC]

alex .                                                                                                                                            GREAT PHOTOS GOD I WISH I COULD MAKE IT TO ORANGE WOULD BE A BLAST ARE WELL NEXT ONE MAYBE LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT LOT OF PICS  REGARDS BROWNY

[customFC]

9
In 2003, the 9th Nationals were held for the first time in Queensland, with all activities centred around the Gold Coast.







Grand Champ was Kevin Woolard in his FC ute.


Runner up GC was Mick Koetsier with his FE wagon.


Heres a few links to my pics.
http://s3.photobucket.com/albums/y90/customfc3/9th%20FEFC%20Nats%20Qld/Sat%20Cruise/
http://s3.photobucket.com/albums/y90/customfc3/9th%20FEFC%20Nats%20Qld/Sun%20Shownshine/
http://s3.photobucket.com/albums/y90/customfc3/9th%20FEFC%20Nats%20Qld/Travel%20and%20non%20Entrants/

Only 45 days to go for Orange.
Regards
Alex

[customFC]

8
The 8th Nationals were held in Sydney, in 2001.
The basecamp was at Penrith in Sydney's west, with the show being at Windsor.
The weekend also included games events in Homebush, adjacent to the Olympic precinct and a cruise into the city and across the Harbour Bridge.














Grand Champ of the 8th Nationals was Ken McLean in his beautiful standard FC sedan.


Sorry, no other pics to share at the moment, need to do more scanning.
Regards
Alex

Only 40 days to go for ORANGE!!

[EffCee]

Alex,

An amazing lineup of FE and FC's. With just 40 days to go it will be here in no time

Keith

[customFC]

7
The 7th Nats returned to Adelaide for the second time.










A memorable feature of these Nats was the FC raffle car.

Grand Champion at the 7th Nationals was John Wanner with his unique convertable FE.

[customFC]

Only 35 days to go for ORANGE

[customFC]

6
The 6th Nationals was held in Mildura, with the Victorian club playing host for the 3rd time.












Winner of Grand Champ was Mark Henderson in his V8 powered FC sedan.

Runner up GC was Julius Goboly in his immaculately presented stock FE.


Regards
Alex

only 27 DAYS to go for Orange.

[customFC]

5
The year was 1995, and the Nationals were held in Sutton, NSW, just across the border from the ACT.



















Grand Champ at the 5th Nationals was Des Gillette, with his cream FE ute. Seen here on show beside Phil's blue FE ute.

Regards
Alex

Only 22 DAYS until the 13th Nats in Orange.

[RET]

Ahh, memories. That's the Zig-mobile and my ol' Faecal get raced across the paddock. 'Revhead_FC', 'FE_STD_WAGON' and 'Al' are all in that pic. So am I, in the driver's seat. There are probably more forum members in the background there.

The rocker-cover racing pic has at least 3 forum members in it that I can see: 'ziggy', 'Tailshaft_Tim' and 'mcl1959': all with a few less miles on the clock

It's after midnight. That means only 21 days 

[GOA350]

Does that yollow and white FC have the same trim kit as Tony Galeas Patina FC?

[julius]

It is so fantastic to go into memory lane and see 3 of my cars, makes me feel grand and sad all at the same time.

I wish for these Nationals I still had Violet our purple race car I took to Adelaide... I really miss that car.

looking forward to the Nationals an seeing you all .

Regards

Julius

[customFC]

Does that yollow and white FC have the same trim kit as Tony Galeas Patina FC?

Hey Scott
That trim kit is a Tilli kit known as the Crestline.
Not the same as Tony's FC, which is unconfirmed as a Miami.
Take a look in AotW for more info.
Regards
Alex

[surferboy]

Please stop reminding me how close it is 

Only 9 more sleeps before we hit the road

I'd better get started on that "list of things to do before we go to the Nats" list

 

[customFC]

4
The 4th Nationals saw a return to Victoria, held in Bendigo, with the show taking place in the grounds of the Bendigo pottery.


















Grand Champion of the 4th Nationals was Kevin Woolard, seen here accepting his trophy.

Kevins car, 'Old Blu' was the first and only car to win 2 GC awards, and he did it at consecutive Nationals.
'Old Blu can be seen in several shots, but for a closer look, you will have to wait a few days for the next installment.
Regards
Alex

Only 19 days until the 13th Nats in Orange

[NosFEratu]

Always interesting photos and information from you Alex.

BTW - keep forgetting to mention this - the 2/3 page "advert" in the current Australian Street Rodding (page 5) looks good - should help drum up some more interest. 

Kathi

[EffCee]

Alex,

As always a great collection of photo's. What is even more interesting is how your own car has evolved over the years

Again, well done. I look forward to meeting you in Orange

Keith

[NascoHunter]

Hi Alex,
  You are correct my FC is fitted with a KC Miami Dealer Fitted Trim Kit.
Thanks for posting all those great pictures from past Nationals they bring back many memories.
Let the 13th Nats Roll On.
Cheers,
 Tony.