Torque of the Town Issue 2-2026

ISSUE 2, 2026

OF THE TOWN

M3 4OTH ANNIVERSARY TARGA CLASSICA CENTRAL COAST MEET SHOALHAVEN ESCAPE DAWN DRIVE SUPERSPRINT 1 MOTORKHANA 1,2 ANNUAL DINNER AWARDS STREET TO CIRCUIT TECH TORQUE SOCIAL SCENE BMWCLUBSAUST

Upcoming

EVENTS

For the most up-to-date schedule please check the BMW Drivers Club NSW Website as events are added regularly

Social

Motorsport

4 July

Christmas in July Historics Drive & Escape

7 July

Mid Coast Motorfest 26 - Tuncurry

DRIVER EXPERIENCE:

Join the Nationals Sub-Committee!

The BMW Drivers Club NSW Committee is seeking enthusiastic members to join our Nationals SubCommittee.

This is a pivotal event in the BMW Clubs Australia calendar, and we need a dedicated team to help organise and deliver an unforgettable experience for members across the country.

If you’re passionate about BMWs and would like to contribute your skills, ideas or time, we’d love to have you involved.

To express your interest, please contact the committee today! nationals@bmwclubnsw.asn.au

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1 Aug DX.3 Amaroo circuit night - Driver Experience Driver Training

SUPERSPRINTS: 14 Jun SS.2

Supersprint Gardner Circuit - BMW / Porsche Challenge - PCNSW Host

27 Sep SS.3

Amaroo circuit day - SS + Come and Try

18 Oct SS.4

Supersprint Druitt - SS + Come and Try

6 Dec SS.5

Supersprint Druitt - SS + Come and Try + Family Motorsport event

MOTORKHANA CHAMPIONSHIP: 26 Jul

MK.3

Sydney Motorsport Park Skidpan

4 Oct MK.4

Sydney Motorsport Park Skidpan

6 Dec

Sydney Motorsport Park Skidpan

MK.5

+ Family event

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ANDREW GREEN Editor andrew.green@bmwclubnsw.asn.au DENIS MAMO Art Direction denis@whitespaceconcepts.com.au

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Sapphire Coast

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Social Scene

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Street to circuit

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BMWCA AGM

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M3 40 JAHRE

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Feb Dawn Drive

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Annual Dinner

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Annual Awards

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Member Honours

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Tech Torque

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Targa Classica

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Member Benefits

COMMITTEE JOHN COTTER President president@bmwclubnsw.asn.au IAN MCLACHLAN Vice President vicepresident@bmwclubnsw.asn.au RANDALL LUMBEWE Secretary secretary@bmwclubnsw.asn.au DAVID GILLIES Treasurer & Public Officer treasurer@bmwclubnsw.asn.au RANDALL LUMBEWE HVS/CVS Registrar historic@bmwclubnsw.asn.au BOB WILLIAMS Motorsport Manager motorsport@bmwclubnsw.asn.au ASH SHERRY Social Events Manager clubevents@bmwclubnsw.asn.au PHILIP MIDDLEBROOK IT & Web Manager webmaster@bmwclubnsw.asn.au STEPHEN PAGE General Committee stephen.page@bmwclubnsw.asn.au

PRESIDENT John Cotter The Club continues to enjoy an incredibly varied lot of activities.

In recent times we have been able to attend a number of Tuesday Lunches at various venues (organized by Carolyn Williams), a dawn drive, our Annual Presentation Dinner at Terrey Hills, a General Meeting of members where a lot of valuable information was provided to members on things financial and on Conditional Car registration, an absolutely fabulous weekend away as our Escape to Shoalhaven which was exceptionally well attended, Cars & Coffee events and a very popular Supersprint/ Track Day/ Come and Try day.

Your Club Committee has certainly been beavering away in the background to prepare and provide all of these very varied events for your enjoyment.

President. During that time I think that I have achieved the things that I set out to do when I joined the Committee and have provided support to other Committee members for them to achieve their goals, such as Ash Sherry’s hugely successful SuperFest event and the introduction of a track day component at Supersprint events run by Bob Williams.

I earnestly ask that some of our younger members stand for election

Do, however, remember to check the “Events” page on the Club’s website on a regular basis as new things are being added all the time and, sometimes, a date of, or venue for, an event may change.

Speaking of the Committee, by the time of the next Annual General Meeting I will have been on the Committee for three years with one year as Vice-President and two years as

Some things have not worked as well as I had hoped being, basically, the quarterly Members’ Meetings which, for some reason that I don’t understand, still struggle to achieve strong numbers of attendees.

All of the Committee, however, needs to be congratulated on the effort that every single one of them put in to support the endeavours of all of the other Committee members.

I think, however, that the Club and the Committee need someone with a younger mind-set than me to lead the Club into the future.

For that reason I will not be standing for election to the Committee at the next Annual General Meeting but I earnestly ask that some of our younger members (anybody under 60) stand for election to the Committee so that the Club can continue to appeal to all age groups.

SUPERFEST PAUSES IN ‘26 Your Committee Over the past two years, BMW SuperFest has quickly become Australia’s biggest BMW festival.

What began as an ambitious idea has grown into a major BMW gathering, bringing together hundreds of cars, track activity, Show N Shine entries, judged displays, parade laps, sponsors, trade stands, family activities, photographers, spectators and a huge amount of enthusiasm from across the wider BMW community.

The 2024 event showed us what was possible. The 2025 event confirmed SuperFest’s major event status.

It has also shown us that an event of this scale requires significant structure, planning time, support and resources.

After careful consideration, the Club has decided to pause BMW SuperFest while the Club reviews the future format and structure of the event.

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We know this may be disappointing for members who were looking forward to another SuperFest at Sydney Motorsport Park.

SuperFest has now grown into something much larger than a standard calendar event, and it is important that any future event is approached with the right level of planning, support, sponsor engagement and lead time to deliver the experience our members, sponsors and guests have come to expect.

In the meantime, BMW Drivers Club NSW will continue to offer a full calendar of motorsport, social, display and club events throughout the year.

To everyone who has helped make SuperFest what it is entrants, members, sponsors, officials, photographers, trade partners, supporters and spectators - thank you.

EDITOR Andrew Green It’s hard to believe that we are already into June. The year seems to have absolutely flown by, and when you stop and look back at the first half of 2026, it’s incredible just how much the club has already packed into the calendar.

With the club’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) approaching in the coming months, now is also a great time for members to start thinking about how they might like to become more involved in the future of the club.

From Driver Experience days and motorsport events through to social gatherings, Cars & Coffee meets, dealership events, cruises, and major club displays, there has been no shortage of opportunities for members to get out, enjoy their cars, and spend time with fellow enthusiasts. Every month seems to bring another memorable event, another great drive, or another story worth sharing within these pages.

Each year, committee positions become available across a range of areas including events, motorsport, administration, media, membership, and communications. These roles are vital to ensuring the club continues to grow, evolve, and deliver the experiences members enjoy throughout the year.

What has stood out most is the incredible variety of experiences the club continues to offer. Whether your passion is track driving, classic BMWs, modern M cars, social drives, or simply meeting like-minded people over a coffee, there truly has been something for everyone.

And the exciting part is — there is still so much more to come.

The second half of the year is shaping up to be just as busy, with more events, more drives, more motorsport, and more opportunities to connect with the amazing community that makes this club what it is. If the first half of the year is anything to go by, members have plenty to look forward to in the months ahead.

Merch Alert

One of the best things members can do between now and the AGM is simply start conversations. Speak with current committee members at events, ask questions about the different roles, and get a better understanding of what is involved. You may find there’s a position that aligns perfectly with your skills, interests, or passions within the BMW community.

The reality is that clubs like ours only continue to thrive when members are willing to step forward and contribute. Fresh ideas, new perspectives, and enthusiastic volunteers are what keep the club moving forward year after year.

Because at the end of the day, this club has always been about the people behind the cars.

Make sure you check out the new Merchandise page on the website: www.bmwclubnsw.asn.au/merchandise

Merch update for the next edition is that the new hoodies and jackets have hit the shop and selling fast.

We have some limited edition red hoodies that are selling quite well and there are limited numbers.

There are also navy and black coloured hoodies.

The hoodies are the AS Colour brand and they wear and wash very well. They don’t change shape in the wash.

The new soft shell jackets are black with aqua fleece inside. Very warm and fit very well.

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SCENE Alroy Tavern The massive increase in petrol prices this week did not appear to influence our regular Tuesday Lunch group.

We even had some new members in the group with a total of 21 members.

Maybe it is the history of the excellent food at the Alroy Tavern or maybe the location, just about ok travel distance for most of us. The Alroy Tavern is a terrific old house, and we had the outside area to ourselves. Today the dish; French Prawns, pan fried, cream, garlic, shallots and Jasmine rice was magic.

The regulars attending today were Alison and John, Trish and John, Allan and Renate, Michelle and Stephen, Helen and William, Kay and Michael, Mariapola and George, Peter, Henrik, Carolyn and Bob, and we were very pleased to see Arthur return to the group and new visitors Dominique and Allan.

I checked the car park and the rumour that our club members drive old bombs is wrong. We had three brand new BMWs, one Z4, an M135, and an M235, one near new Z4, one almost as new Z4, then a beautiful E31 840i, an F87 M3 and a few assorted nice BMWs. Join the Tuesday Lunch group, we look forward to seeing you. One date and venue each month is on the website and please register so places are booked for you.

Drummoyne Sailing Club We enjoyed lunch on an overcast Tuesday afternoon at one of our usually most popular venues, Drummoyne Sailing Club. From this club there are views over Snapper Island and the Parramatta River but this time we had a smaller than usual group.

Regulars, Stephen and Michelle were off in Victoria on their Veteran, Historic, Car Drive, and we expected Arthur Scerri but he was unable to attend. With us, Carolyn and myself, were John and Alison, Allan and Renate, John and Trish, with one newcomer, Leah Zhang.

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Written by: Bob Williams Photos by: Bob Williams Victor Yee

SOCIAL SCENE Meet the members - Silverwater Park, Silverwater Club members gathered at Silverwater Park for a relaxed morning breakfast, with the Committee on the tools serving up bacon, eggs, sausages and onions for everyone to enjoy. No adverse culinary events were reported. ;-) With club flags flying, plenty of cars on display and families making the most of the park, it was a friendly and easy-going morning that brought members together off the road and away from the track.

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CLUBS AUSTRALIA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Written by: Bob Williams Photos by: Bob Williams AJ Green Photography

Each of the 15 Official BMW Clubs in Australia is a member of the BMW Clubs Australia umbrella and that is part of BMW Clubs International Council. Each club sends a Delegate to the BMW Clubs Australia Annual Meeting.

This year the Annual Meeting was in Melbourne, Rendezvous Hotel on Sunday 22 Feb, and the next day at BMW Group Head office at Mulgrave. I attended this meeting as our club’s Delegate and was accompanied by two Observers, David Hogg and Andrew Green.

BMW CA Chair, Bailey Grifith, welcomed Delegates and Observers. Roger Way from Car Club Gold Coast was not available and Graeme Bell from Drivers Club Melbourne was replaced by Jo Mawson. All the usual reports; minutes, financials, census, Tourboss, and international were presented with a full report on the 2025 Nationals presented by Joe Mawson and Lawrence Glynn from Drivers Club Melbourne. Chuck Hamilton, Delegate from Touring Club NSW, presented the plans for 2026 Motorrad Nationals to be at Mudgee, later in March. Our Observers, David and Andrew presented our plans for Car Nationals that we will be hosting at SMSP and Bathurst in March 2027.

As part of the meeting, Car and Motorrad representatives separated into breakout sessions with the theme “Engagement & Retention”. Reports were then presented.

The BMWCA Award of Excellence was presented to Graham Ball from Car Club Canberra and the there were elections for members of Clubs Australia Executive. Graham Bell was elected Vice Chair Cars and I was elected International Delegate. The day was concluded with the Annual Dinner at Belgian Beer Café.

On Monday we moved to BMW Head office at Mulgrave where we were welcomed by Leanne Blanckenberg, GM of Corporate Communications. We then received very interesting presentations from Steven Dunn, Manager Motorrad Australia and Brendon Michel, Head of Product and Market Planning.

We then inspected the beautiful BMW Neue Klasse iX3. This was the first one in Australia and I have seen a video of one of these iX3s completing 1,000KMs on a single charge.

There was also that strange many coloured pre-production BMW. Then a final presentation by Steve Dunn introducing 2027 MotoGP riders Miguel Oliveira and Dani Pedrosa.

Remember, if you are heading for Munich, contact me as International Delegate and I can provide visitor information and may be able to assist your visit to BMW Velt BMW Classic and maybe a BMW Factory Tour.

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DAWN DRIVE to the Lower Hunter Valley

Dawn drives are back, and they appear to have been missed! Full with 26 registrants within 6hrs of registrations opening and the event being announced.

The demand is certainly there after a long break between dawn drives.

I decided to re-run an favourite drive route from the archives! We started at Waitara McDonalds at 6:20am, setting out slightly after 6:30am, the convoy jumped on the M1 motorway and Peats Ridge. Lately I’ve been choosing to avoid Old Pacific Highway for our drives as the 60km/hr speed limit and Highway Patrol make Old Pac a little more suited to a Sunday brunch pace.

We turned off at Peats Ridge and headed towards Wollombi via Bucketty, such a nice drive aside from some traffic we were stuck behind. We arrived in Wollombi nice and early, however it meant there weren’t many options for coffee or snacks! Oops! Had I chosen a comfort stop location without coffee available at 8am in the morning?! Almost was a fail, 10

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but luckily not. The General Store delivered excellent coffee thankfully.

We cruised back the same way we’d come, but turned off in time to take the fantastic Bumble Hill Road into the stunning Yarramalong Valley. I absolutely loveee that road! Highly recommend it and if you have time, I would drive it up and back, so you get to enjoy the uphill, it’s actually probably better than coming down. From here we cruised through the valley floor to Wyong Milk Factory for breakfast.

As per usual, great conversations about BMWs and life was had, including excellent coffee and breakfast. This location also includes a chocolate shop and cheese shop, both highly recommended if you haven’t tried them yet.

A big thanks to all attendees for coming along, having fun and enjoying themselves. Even better thanks to my copilot Mr Bentley, my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. He goes alright in a two seater Z4M around those corners.

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2025DINNER ANNUAL

ANNUAL DINNER

2025 DINNER Celebrating in style

The BMW Drivers’ Club NSW Annual Presentation Dinner was once again well attended, with members gathering to recognise the achievements of the past year and celebrate the people who make the Club what it is.

Awards were presented across a range of categories (see the following pages for the full list), and the evening provided a chance to acknowledge the many volunteers and contributors who support the Club’s activities throughout the year.

One of the highlights of the night was a conversation between Bathurst racers John Cotter and Peter Doulman, who shared stories from their time racing BMWs at Mount Panorama. Their reflections on the Frank Gardner era-and the realities of campaigning BMW touring cars at the timemade for an engaging and informative discussion.

A special mention also goes to Bob Williams’ granddaughters, Zoe and Zara, who received the Rookies of the Year award. Both have made a strong start in motorsport and are already becoming familiar faces at Club events.

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support of the event and its charitable focus. The charity auction in support of Variety – The Children’s Charity again raised valuable funds, thanks to contributions from supporters including Total Tools, Trent McVey, Col Crawford BMW and Ian Ashton.

The address also reflected on another busy year for the BMW Drivers’ Club NSW, with a full calendar of social drives, Cars & Coffee gatherings, weekends away, driver training days, motorkhanas, supersprints and track events.

Many members also travelled to Melbourne to attend the BMW Clubs Australia Nationals earlier in the year.

Looking ahead, planning is already underway for SuperFest on 18 October 2026, as well as the BMW Clubs Australia Nationals to be held around Bathurst from 18–21 March 2027.

The President also acknowledged the ongoing work of the Club’s volunteers and contributors, including those involved in producing Torque of the Town.

Overall, the evening was a good opportunity to recognise the year’s achievements and catch up with fellow members ahead of another busy season of Club events.

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2025 ANNUAL DINNER

AWARDS Geoff Hollingshed Memorial Trophy Member of the year TRENT MCVEY New member of the year ZOE WILLIAMS & ZARA WILLIAMS President’s Award ALEX WONG Motorsport Member MARK ROBINSON Rookie TYSON LAURA Encouragement Award ALEX WONG David Kempt Memorial Award DOMINIQUE OAKES AND MATT ROSENTHAL

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MOTORSPORT CLASS C OLDER NON-M BMWS

Denis Mamo

CLASS B MODERN AND SPORTS NON-M BMWS

Max Levesque

CLASS A MODERN AND FORCED INDUCTION NON-M BMWS

Trent McVey

CLASS MB CLASSIC M BMWS

BMW 635CSI E24 1986

2nd Bob Williams

3rd Colin Sands

2nd Peter Kilner

3rd Andrew Anderson

Chris Kingsland

2nd Heon Lee

3rd Ashleigh Sherry

CLASS MA MODERN M BMWS

David Beneke

2nd Grant Herron

3rd Marcus Hon

CLASS PREPARED C MODIFIED BMWS

Mark Robinson

2nd Winston Loke

3rd Bojan Serafimovski

CLASS PREPARED B MODIFIED BMWS

Gerard Skelly

CLASS PREPARED A MODIFIED BMWS

Daniel Mariov

2nd Mark Boudib

3rd Ozzy Tokulluoglu

CLASS OB OPEN CLASS FOR NON-BMWS

Todd McVey

2nd Bill Kinnane

3rd John Driver

CLASS OA OPEN CLASS FOR NON-BMWS

Damian Lomax

SPECIAL OPEN CLASS FOR LOTUS CARS

Colin Rudd

MOTORKHANA CHAMPIONSHIP BMW

Alex Wong

BMW Z3 E36 1997

BMW E82 125i

BMW E86 Z4M

BMW M3 G80 2022

BMW E46 M3

BMW 135i E82 2009

BMW M3 E92 2011

Suzuki Swift Sport F

Holden Monaro VT 200

Lotus Exige 410 2019

BMW E82 135i

2nd David La

2nd Geoffrey Linders 3rd Martin Duursma

2nd Philip Middlebrook

3rd Chris Benny

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2025 ANNUAL DINNER

MEMBERSHIP HONOURS 10 YEARS

25 YEARS

30 YEARS

40 YEARS

Colin Scerri

Allan Haywood

Judy Gombos​

Heather Lambley

Ash Sherry

Cheryl Haywood

Neville Lambley

Salvatore Solano

Grant Herron

Kerri-Anne McBrien​

Victor Yee

Mark Daly

Rob McBrien​ Sue Nolan​ Arthur Scerri​ Edward Yates

BMW FRIEND OF THE MARQUE John Comino #22 Heather Lambley #54 Bob Williams #148

LIFE MEMBERS

David Atkin

Chris Kingsland

Don Collyer

Carolyn Williams

Gary Speechley

Bob Williams

John Comino

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Tech

TORQUE Understanding Conditional Registration For many BMW enthusiasts, especially those with older or special vehicles tucked away in the garage, Conditional Registration (historic or classic registration schemes) is one of the most valuable — and sometimes misunderstood — parts of owning a vehicle which is older than 30 years from the year of manufacture car in NSW. Recently, however, it has also become a topic of increased focus and importance. Following communication from Transport for NSW, a series of compliance inspections have been carried out across multiple car clubs, highlighting both the strengths and the risks within the system.

While many vehicles were found to be well maintained and compliant, the inspections also uncovered defects, safety concerns, and vehicles that were ineligible for the scheme.

In some cases, registrations are now being cancelled, and further enforcement action is underway.

This serves as a timely reminder that Conditional Registration is not just a cost-saving measure — it is a privilege to have an older vehicle access the NSW roads that comes with clear responsibilities. Both owners and clubs play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of the scheme, ensuring vehicles remain safe, compliant, and correctly registered.

Put simply, Conditional Registration allows eligible vehicles to be driven on the road at a significantly reduced cost, provided they meet certain criteria and are used within defined limits. It’s designed for vehicles that aren’t daily drivers, but instead are enjoyed through club events, occasional drives, and the preservation of automotive heritage.

Written by: Andrew Green Photos by: AJGreen Photography

In NSW, Conditional Registration primarily operates under two schemes: the Historic Vehicle Scheme (HVS) for largely original vehicles, and the Classic Vehicle Scheme (CVS) for those that have been modified or no longer remain in factory specification. Both schemes require the owner to be a financial member of an approved and affiliated car club, such as the BMW Drivers Club of NSW, and are administered under Transport for NSW guidelines.

For many BMW owners, particularly those with modified vehicles, the Classic Vehicle Scheme is often the more practical pathway. It allows for a broader range of vehicles to be included, provided they meet safety and engineering requirements.

To be eligible, vehicles must generally be 30 years or older, under 3.5 tonnes GVM, and compliant with NSW vehicle standards. Modified vehicles may require additional certification, particularly where engineering changes have been made, ensuring the car remains safe and roadworthy within the scope of the scheme.

One of the most important differences between Conditional Registration and full registration is how the vehicle can be used. Vehicles on Conditional Rego can be driven for official club events, approved runs, maintenance purposes, and— with the use of a logbook—up to 60 days of general use per year. This provides a great balance between affordability and usability, allowing owners to enjoy their cars without the burden of full registration costs.

Additionally, not only is conditional registration cheaper it is inclusive of CTP insurance. And it is important to note, if you are going to purchase a vehicle which is 30+ years old, purchase it Unregistered so you do not have to pay the stamp duty upon transferring title to you, as the new owner The role of the club in this process cannot be overstated.

The BMW Drivers Club of NSW works closely with governing bodies to verify membership, assess vehicle eligibility, and approve applications before they are submitted. This ensures that all vehicles within the scheme meet the required standards and that the integrity of Conditional Registration is maintained for all members.

While the application process can seem detailed, it follows a relatively straightforward path. Owners must ensure their membership is current and at a minimum covers the entire period of registration of the vehicle, complete the required documentation, obtain the necessary inspections, and provide supporting information such as photographs and compliance details. Once reviewed and approved by the club, the registration is finalised through Service NSW. Recent updates have also introduced new “Classic” number plates for vehicles under the Classic Vehicle Scheme.

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These plates provide a clearer visual identity for conditionally registered vehicles and align with the evolving structure of the scheme.

Ultimately, Conditional Registration plays a vital role in keeping older BMWs on the road. Whether it’s an E3, E21, E9, E30 or E36, the scheme allows owners to preserve and enjoy these vehicles while remaining connected to the club and the broader BMW community.

However, as recent compliance activity has shown, it is essential that all members take their responsibilities seriously. Maintaining your vehicle in a safe, roadworthy condition and ensuring it meets all scheme requirements is not only a legal obligation, but also a way of protecting the future of Conditional Registration for everyone.

At its core, Conditional Registration is about more than saving money — it’s about preserving automotive history while continuing to enjoy it. And as always, if you’re unsure about your vehicle’s eligibility or requirements, the club’s Conditional Registration Registrar is there to help guide you through the process.

Because at the end of the day, these cars weren’t built to sit still — they were built to be driven.

For more info email our HVS/CVS Registrar historic@bmwclubnsw.asn.au https://bmwclubnsw.asn.au/ CONDITIONAL-REGO TORQUE | Issue 2 2026

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Adventure

TARGA CLASSICA Italian translation refers to a commemorative plaque

Written by: Randall Photos by: Randall

Most car enthusiasts know of the Australian Targa events such as Targa Tasmania, Targa High Country and Targa Great Barrier Reef. These events are motorsport events as well as touring events for those vehicles which are not necessarily race prepared.

The competitive element of these events is conducted on “closed roads” to which the non-competitive touring groups are afforded access. To drive on challenging closed public roads in a nice driver’s car is a complete indulgence. One fine example is from Mirimbah to Mount Buller in Victoria’s High Country. Posted speed limit is 60km/h but for the likes of a Targa Tour, a vehicle is limited under the Targa Tour rules to 120km/h which is incredibly challenging given the number of blind switch backs, varying road surfaces, and changing weather conditions. And as a Tour from start to finish, the real challenge is to just finish – it is not about who is fastest but to just enjoy the drive – fast, slow or indifferent. And of course, most will know that these Targa events were unfortunately suspended for a few years due to three fatal accidents.

Many members may recall (by name at least) the Italian Targa Florio which was held between 1906 and 1977 and traversed the mountain roads of Sicily. Back then it was considered dangerous, treacherous yet prestigious and to drive on open public roads. Whatcould go wrong? Plenty it would seem, as Targa Florio was discontinued in 1977 due to safety concerns.

However, the essence of Targa Florio lives on in Australia as a tribute and respect to its Italian founder Vincenzo Florio. Targa Classica is the Australian event which has, to an extent, been modelled off the legendary Targa Florio and had its inaugural event in 2017. It is different to “The other Targa” events.

So, what is the difference?

It is a regularity event, the roads are open, speed limits are as posted, and directions are all incredibly detailed and well documented in the issued Targa Classica Road Book.

Navigation is essential and demanding for both drivers and navigators, testing patience and relationships for both, but fun, at the same time. The regularity sections are events within the event, time trials (Prove Conglomerate or PC for those who do not understand Italian) and average speed tests Prove di Media (or PM) and where Navigators must 22

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learn the various “roadbook tulips” which are a short-hand pictorial representations of travel directions, where and when. No Pun, but it is sign language for rallies.

Accommodation and food along with some beverages are all inclusive with the entry fee, and I can assure you the food “was top” shelf!

What vehicles are eligible to “compete”? There are two categories: Classica – 1906 to 1976 and Legends – 1976 to present. As you can imagine with this age spread, there is a plethora of marques involved, the oldest being a 1930 V8 powered Oakland, a 1954 Fiat Zagato (pictured), Porsches, and XK150 Jaguar, Bentleys, and a slew of BMWs from an immaculate E9 3.0CSL to the new G87 M2 CS. The Legends comprised of a wide range of BMWs, well represented were the M3’s since it was the 40th Anniversary of the model. This event was supported by BMW Australia supplying their E36 M3, E46 M4 CSL, a G81 M3 Touring and a G80 Sedan The 2026 Targa Classica driving commenced on March 2 at the Mornington Peninsular, and ended at Melbourne in the Melbourne and Olympic Park. It was conducted over some of the south-eastern roads of Victoria starting at Port Leo

MARCH 2-5 2026 Estate on the Mornington Peninsular. Most competitors gathered in Flinders, on Sunday March 1 for registration and training as well to catch up with friends from past events, meeting other participants and general social activity.

Registration involved the usual checking of documentation, scrutineering of vehicles and applying the Targa Classica / car number stickers as well as sponsor windscreen banner signage from Wiper Tech. Roadbooks were issued along with details of all competitors and vehicles, and we were given the opportunity to digest the information provided and go through the training process to retest our skills for a couple of local test time trials.

The support from the local community was appreciated.

The PC time trials involve driving a mapped-out route, where there are a series of pressure pads which cross the roads to measure the time between each set of pads. The mapped route advises the average speed which is required and the time between each segment.

Points are accumulated for every one-tenth of a second off the scheduled time. The distances between the pressure pads can be as little as 30 metres and upwards from there.

Sounds so simple until you have to do it and it is amazing how the competitive spirit emerges from most participants.

And whilst we were “competing”, we are helping each other.

It creates a definite bonding between teams.

On the first evening we were bussed from Flinders to Port Leo Estate, a beautiful amenity featuring a sculpture Park, the Port Leo Estate winery and a restaurant for the evening of fine dining. It’s Sculpture Park contains an amazing an array of different examples of sculptures? The food, wine and service was excellent It is worth a visit should you be somewhere near Phillip Island.

March 2 - Day 1: Port Leo Estate Mornington Peninsular to San Remo, a mere 176 kilometres to San Remo’s Silverwater Resort. We were waved off by the Italy’s Consul General on our way to Red Hill Recreation Reserve for 4 PC tests and then on to Mornington Peninsular’s farmlands and winery country. The scenery was spectacular around Arthur’s Seat as were the roads. Onwards to Lang Lang with the day’s destination being at the lovely Silverwater Resort where we stayed for two nights.

March 3 - Day 2: The San Remo Loop, a 391 kilometre run, commencing at Silverwater Resort taking us through Gippsland and returning to the Resort where were staying.

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TARGA CLASSICA 2026

An 0830 departure and into the Bass Coast hinterland, up into the Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve for a time trial (PC), Cape Paterson, Inverloch, Fish Creek, Foster and Stoney Creek Go kart track for yet another time trial. It is a challenge driving a full sized vehicle on a go-kart track and having to maintain an average speed to complete it within a defined time. We covered the scenic drive through Coalville, Thorpdale, Mirboo, Hallston Ruby, Korumburra, Bena and Glen Alvie. Overall there were 17 time trials (PC) and 6 average speed tests (PM).

March 4 - Day 3: Silverwater Resort to Yarra Valley Lodge, a 348km run via the scenic Bass Coast hinterland and through more rolling hills and farmland. The roads were all to the East of Melbourne and whilst not far from the Melbourne CBD, were mostly relatively smooth and fast ….

Well as fast as one chooses to go.

One of the benefits of being part of a reasonably large group was being in contact with each other via WhatsApp and given the Classica vehicles were all slower than the Legends and had led the way, we Legends were given adequate notice of Victoria’s mobile safety cameras to ensure our safe progress. The drive from Willow Grove to Powelltown via the forests at Fumina and Noojee was 24

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an amazingly fast and flowing section, a road made for my G87 M2 CS. And whilst the distances travelled were rather lengthy, there was not time to get bored or fatigued, it was just fun where some of us were travelling in convoys, and all being similarly tested. Our day ended at the lovely Yarra Valley Lodge for drinks, dinner and overnight stay. This is a place where I shall return to for the 2027 event, since it is not too far out of the city, yet is reasonably cost effective, has undercover parking and is a safe place.

March 5 - Day 4: Yarra Valley Lodge to Garden Square, Melbourne Park A leisurely 300km drive with just 2 time trials comprising of 11 PC tests (rapid fire time trials) along with 3 PM tests. The morning drive was just 139km taking us from Yarra Valley to Kinglake (many will recall from those bushfires in 2009) and of course the roads were not as the crow flies but more of the scenic winding forested roads to the West of the Black Saturday memorial. We visited the Broadford go-Kart track for another PM test having to average 55 km/h for the 2,940 metres as well as for coffee and refreshments.

A quick trip across to Seymour and the long way back to Melbourne CBD for the finish. The biggest

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challenge for us was navigating through Melbourne to get to Melbourne Park.

Traffic in the afternoon into the CBD was hectic and it felt like all the Formula 1 visitors seemed to be using the roads we were taking. Thankfully the GPS’s (yes plural) were working overtime when moving from one mistaken route to another, but ultimately we reached our final destination.

The G87 M2 CS was just a couple of weeks old but by the time I got back to Sydney it had 5450km on the clock. What a way to run in a new BMW.

Targa Classica is a credit to the Lawson family who organise the event. Yes they have done it before, yes there were some routes which we covered in the 2024 and 2023 event, however, to plot the new routes and incorporate the old, test drive the route several times and document it with amazing precision is to be commended. Obviously there were a host of volunteers who tended to the PC and PM timed events, well done to them, and to each of the navigators, no one got really lost to the extent they did not make evening drinks and dinner.

The registrations for the Targa Classica 2027 event is now open and my wife and I will be there. Yes we survived the navigation missteps, had fun driving and moreover, enjoyed the camaraderie and social activities with fellow competitors.

As for many events such as this, when there are breakdowns, a lifted bonnet will always attract a multitude of mechanics bearing tools, only to see the quick fix and a happy onward journey. Being amongst other people with passion for motoring is a nice friendly place to be.

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Escape to the

SAPPHIRE COAST Sheer driving pleasure in Shoalhaven.

The year is off to a great start with another action packed escape! This time, I took 28 valued club members to the beautiful Shoalhaven area. An area we have not escaped to before. The escape included a great blend of activities including amazing and scenic roads, historic stops, the best fish and chips of my life, and the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts.

Day One: Southern Highlands to the coast An early start saw the group gather at McDonald’s Narellan, by 8:30am the convoy rolled out, heading south toward the Southern Highlands.

Our first stop in Bowral set the tone for the weekend. At Hearth by Moonacres, members enjoyed excellent coffee and a relaxed breakfast, with some taking the opportunity to browse the nearby Ngununggula regional art gallery.

There was a bit of friendly banter in the queue for the café over the last custard filled donut that was on display that Lola Dalzotto had her eyes on for her husband Dennis.

Luckily for Dennis, those in front of Lola were tempted by cronuts and other delicious pastries. Absolute must visit next time you are in Bowral!

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A short stroll brought us to the stunning Retford Park, where a guided tour of the historic mansion offered a glimpse into its 19th-century origins and its lavish 1960s transformation by James Fairfax. The mansion was nothing short of impressive, with every room beautiful styled and it having retained its originality. My favourite room was a dining room which had the most interesting hand painted wall murals I’d seen since the Sistine Chapel in Italy. Another must do when you are in the area!

From Bowral, we took the route through Kangaroo Valley and over Berry Mountain to the charming town of Berry for lunch. Beware of the road up Berry Mountain is it is quite… exhilarating and in some sections very poor condition at present. Fun nonetheless.

By mid-afternoon, the group arrived in the Shoalhaven region, settling into accommodation across Ulladulla and Mollymook.

Dinner that evening was at the Beachside Bistro at Mollymook Golf Club, where great food, drinks and conversations capped off a fantastic first day.

13-15 MAR 26 Day Two: The Ultimate Social Drive Saturday was all about the drive.

Departing Ulladulla, the group headed inland along the iconic Kings Highway—a driver’s road that winds through forests and escarpments toward the historic town of Braidwood. The Kings Highway is one of the best roads in the State. Excellent condition, and lots of spots to overtake if needed, which we did! The convoy rejoined at Braidwood.

Laurie Bilsborough took some of us through the model car shop which was awesome! I was keen to buy a 1977 Toyota Celica model, but resisted, saving my $$ to put toward the real deal.

A highlight of Braidwood was a delicious slice that Sharolyn Skelly had made, which we all enjoyed at our photo location.

Thank you all for following my instructions on exactly how and where to park, everyone did very well!

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ESCAPE TO THE SAPPHIRE COAST From there, the convoy took the Kings Highway back to the coast, arriving in Batemans Bay for lunch at the Innes Boatshed. I was very chuffed with my find, as I hadn’t eaten here before, but it was absolutely sensational. Although my fresh prawns were not local, they were the best I’ve had in my life! Wild Caught SA prawns. I also had some calamari rings and chips.

After a well-earned rest, the evening brought a change of pace. The group gathered in the Wine Garden for sunset drinks and dinner at Cupitt’s Estate. The evening sunset, atmosphere, food, wine, and company was a perfect end to a big day of driving! This venue was perfect as it meant everyone could mingle and swap tables as desired. The pizzas were divine! Another highly recommended venue, well done me.

Day Three: A dual birthday celebration Sunday morning provided a great conclusion to the escape, with the group meeting at the ever-popular Milk Haus.

Set in a beautifully restored 19th-century cheese factory, Milk Haus delivered a standout breakfast experience. Excellent coffee, fresh local ingredients, and a welcoming atmosphere made it the ideal final gathering point. It was also a fitting occasion to celebrate a special milestone—happy birthday to John Cotter and Sarah Basak!

Milk Haus was extraordinarily busy, and the meals and drinks took a long time to arrive, and so I do not recommend it for big groups. The event concluded and I went to Collers Beach in Mollymook for my own break. A spot I stumbled across by accident, a gem that I’m willing to share with anyone who has read this whole article!

Hope to see you at the next one.

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From Street

TO CIRCUIT An E30 M3 in the Spotlight

As Editor of Torque of the Town, it’s not every day you receive a message from BMW M in Munich. When that email came through, the request was simple but exciting - they were looking for the perfect car to feature in an upcoming video and photography project tied to an international event coming to Sydney.

Naturally, the call went out to our members.

What followed was an overwhelming response. From beautifully restored classics to modern M machinery, the submissions showcased the incredible depth and quality within our club. However, from the many, many replies received, one car stood out - Peter’s 1989 BMW E30 M3 Johnny Cecotto Edition.

It’s easy to understand why.

The project itself was centred around the globally recognised Street League Skateboarding (SLS) event, which brought some of the world’s top skaters to Sydney. Sponsored by BMW M, the event created a unique blend of automotive performance and skate culture — two worlds connected by precision, style, and individuality.

Peter’s E30 M3 became part of that story, selected by BMW M for use in both video and photography throughout the week. The car’s presence added an unmistakable sense of heritage to the modern, fast-paced energy of the event.

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The Johnny Cecotto Edition, limited to just 505 examples worldwide, is one of the most collectible variants of the iconic E30 M3. Named after the Venezuelan racing driver and BMW works driver Johnny Cecotto, the edition celebrates BMW’s motorsport success and remains highly sought after by enthusiasts. Finished in Nogaro Silver, Peter’s example is a beautifully preserved representation of BMW’s racing pedigree.

The journey began at Sydney Park in St Peters, where the skaters and BMW M team gathered before heading out across New South Wales. From there, the group travelled through the Blue Mountains, taking in sweeping scenery and winding roads, before making their way to Bathurst for the Bathurst 12 Hour event — a location deeply connected to BMW’s touring car heritage.

The week concluded with an open event at Redfern Skatepark, where the public had the opportunity to experience the atmosphere firsthand. Representatives from BMW Australia were also in attendance, highlighting the importance of the collaboration on a local level. While Peter only managed to capture a few photos from the Redfern session, the experience itself was clearly something special.

What makes this story stand out is the intersection of eras and cultures. A homologation special from the late 1980s, built for the racetrack, found itself at the centre of a modern

global sporting event — and felt completely at home. It’s a testament to the timeless design and enduring relevance of the E30 M3. For Peter, having his Johnny Cecotto Edition selected by BMW M is a moment of recognition, not just for the car itself, but for the care and passion that goes into preserving such an important piece of BMW history.

For the club, it’s also something to be proud of — a reminder of the calibre of cars and members we have within our community.

And for the rest of us, it reinforces a simple truth: you never quite know where your BMW might take you next.

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Word and Images - BMW M

The Power of 3.

Born into motorsport, in 1986 the BMW M3 E30 began a success story which still shows no signs of stopping or even slowing down.

For more than six generations now the sportscar has been setting standards in its class.

Here are all M3 models at a glance. In 2026, the car also celebrates its 40th anniversary.

The BMW M3 G80 from 2020.

Output: 353–405 kW (480–550 hp) Max. torque 550–650 Nm From 0 to 100 km/h in 4.2–3.4 seconds The first available with M xDrive all-wheel drive The first available as Touring model

THE BMW M3 E30 from 1986.

Output: 143–175 kW (195–238 hp) Max. torque 230–240 Nm From 0 to 100 km/h in 7.3–6.5 seconds A legend in motorsport Very rarely found as a convertible ONLY DOORS AND ROOF from the series model were retained by BMW Motorsport 32

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The BMW M3 E36 from 1992.

Output: 210–236 kW (286–321 hp) Max. torque 320–350 Nm From 0 to 100 km/h in 6.0–5.5 seconds The first straight 6-cylinder engine in the BMW M3 First time available as a sedan Boasting 70,2 kW per litre after the facelift, the BMW S50 engine with 236 kW (321 hp) was one with the highest litre performance series engines worldwide.

The BMW M3 E46 of 2000.

Output: 252–265 kW (343–360 hp) High-rev concept up to 8,000 rpm Max. torque 365–370 Nm Von 0 auf 100 km/h in 5,5–4,9 Sekunden Legendary special edition BMW M3 CSL 85.139 units of the BMW M3 E46 were produced in total – which makes it the biggest-selling M model to date.

The BMW M3 E90 from 2007.

Output: 309–331 kW (420–450 hp) High-rev concept up to 8,300 rpm Max. torque 400–440 Nm From 0 to 100 km/h in 5.3–4.4 seconds The only M3 with a V8 engine Extremely rare is the 450 hp-strong special edition BMW M3 CRT from 2011. Only 67 were produced, which makes it one of the rarest M3 series models ever.

The BMW M3 F80 from 2014.

Output: 317–338 kW (431–460 hp) Max. torque 550–600 Nm From 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3–3.9 seconds Six-cylinder engine for the first time with exhaust turbo charger Nomenclature split into M3 and M4 M carbon roof available as standard for the first time in the M3 Sedan.

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SS1 & Track Day

GARDNER CIRCUIT Frosty start to a beautiful Autumn track day On Sunday, April 19th, we kicked off the BMW Club’s first SuperSprint of the year.

It started out at 9 degrees Celsius, but by the time the sun warmed the asphalt, we had perfect conditions for pushing the cars. Indeed early laps provided the best times with a cool track, warm tyres and nice dense cool air for the engines to breathe.

It was a combined SuperSprint and Come & Try day, alternating between points-chasing drivers and enthusiastic owners.

The volunteers, flag marshals, and organisers made the fantastic event happen seamlessly.

By the end of the day, those who stuck around got to experience something new: a run on the Brabham Circuit. That was a twist! We’re still debating if we’ll use that layout again, but it kept things interesting. All in all, it was a great day to hang out at the track, get some laps in and check out the cars in the pits. if you weren’t there, you definitely want to make the next one.

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Central Coast Drive

BUCKETTS and bucketts of fun...

Our April run started with a 10am meet up at the 3 Beans Cafe at Fighterworld, Willaimtown.

Some got there early – but not as early as our beloved Editor Andrew Green who managed to get his dates mixed up and arrived a whole 24 hours early! Sadly this meant he was unable to join us on the correct day!

We had 14 members in total including new members Helen and Chris who had just joined the Club that week! It was a bit chilly out by the airfield watching planes takeoff from Newcastle Airport, but after a warm cuppa we hit the road through Medowie, successfully navigated the right hand turn across the hell that is the M1 on a weekend and then on to Bucketts Way (which is a cracking road) and on to The Farmers Wife where our Social Co-ordinator Ian and Trish Ashton had managed to score us a private function room.

The property here is stunning – a very rustic looking place set in the middle of the bush, but the menu is anything but your typical bush tucker. Very chique! We managed to get all our Beemers lined up together and oohed and aahed at everyones cars before heading in.

The afternoon flew by and before we knew it, it was time that we all had to start heading home (except for Freya who had to go to work). An absolutely perfect day of weather, driving, cars and company.

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M-KHANA Round 2 for 2026

Written by: Alex Wong Photos by: Victor Yee

What a massive day at Sydney Motorsport Park! The weather turned it on, the tracks were tight, and the competition was absolutely fierce for Round 2.

A huge thank you to everyone who came out, competed, and volunteered.

Here is how the podiums shook out across the board: Overall Winners The battle at the top end was tight, but consistency across all four tests secured the top steps: 1st Place: James Hughes (NB MX5) – 103.50s 2nd Place: Chris Benny (F87 M2) – 109.27s 3rd Place: Alex Wong (E60 M3) – 110.13s See you all at Round 3 on the 26th of July!

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POINTS PLACE

CAR

DRIVER

POINTS

1st

27

Hughes

James

19.06

2nd

7

Best

Andrew

20.63

3rd

4

Benny

Chris

20.64

4th

29

Wong

Alex

20.99

5th

12

Kong

Patrick

21.64

6th

16

Hughes

Kim

21.94

7th

28

Nuthall

Jono

21.97

8th

22

Morrell

Kyle

22.05

9th

10

Fish

Adam

22.17

10th

11

Middlebrook

Philip

22.31

11th

30

Jebrine

Raymond

22.42

12th

19

Radikovic

drijan

22.67

13th

5

Benny

Benjamin

22.91

14th

32

Adamczewskii

Adam

23.13

15th

33

Nuthall

Daniel

23.3

16th

13

Lee

Heon

23.66

17th

25

Nuthall

Benny

23.78

18th

9

Li

Edmund

23.97

19th

31

Natoli

Daniel

24.69

20th

2

Daly

Mark

24.81

21st

23

Hinds

Chris

25

22nd

21

Macovaz

George

25.28

23rd

3

Bhandari

Nakhil

25.45

24th

24

Boyle

Nicholas

25.58

25th

6

Chuang

Hsin Ta (Edward)

25.6

26th

20

Oakes

Dominique

25.77

27th

36

0

David

26.96

28th

34

Awad

Mena

27.02

29th

26

Portale

Michael

27.12

30th

1

Middlebrook

Kat

27.27

31st

8

Jiang

Jay

27.44

32nd

18

Levesque

Max

27.5

33rd

14

Middlebrook

Daniel

31.9

34th

15

Kong

Hayden

37.52

35th

17

Bianco

Roberto

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Supersprint 1

POINTS PLACE

CAR

DRIVER

VEHICLE

CLASS C OLDER BMWS THAT ARE NOT M MODELS 1

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BEST TIME 0-85 POINTS

BMW JPS 635csi Group C

CLASS B MODERN NON-M MID RANGE & OLDER PREMIUM ‘SPORTS’ MODELS 2

67

Bob Williams

POINTS

BMW 328i GT f34 2015

02:04.154

25

90-145 POINTS 02:07.004

18

CLASS A MODERN NON-M, GENERALLY LATE MODEL FORCED INDUCTION 150-205 POINTS 1

59

Max Levesque

BMW Z3 E36 1997

01:51.309

25

2

379

Peter Kilner

BMW 320ci E46 2002

01:51.439

18

3

815

Trent McVey

BMW 125i E82 2010

01:51.650

15

4

155

George Rounis

BMW 335 E92 2007

01:52.470

12

5

2

Andrew Anderson

BMW 328i E30 1986

01:54.024

10

6

19

Arthur Scerri

BMW 1 F70 M135 2025

02:00.000

8

CLASS MB - CLASSIC M CARS

0-205 POINTS

1

53

Anthony Crepulja

BMW M3 E46 2005

01:51.237

25

2

79

Aaron Snook-Kandarak

BMW M3 E36 1994

01:52.820

18

3

7

Mark Daly

BMW Z4 M Roadster E8

01:58.537

15

CLASS MA - MODERN M CARS, GENERALLY LATE FORCED INDUCTION 1

141

Damian Lomax

BMW M2 Competition F

01:40.044

25

2

32

Sam Hou

BMW F80 M3 F80 2016

01:40.655

18

3

680

David Beneke

BMW M3 G80 2022

01:43.192

15

4

82

Johnny Tran

BMW M2 Comp F87 2020

01:44.418

12

5

14

Shyamal (Sonny) Sing

BMW M3 F80 2015

01:45.544

10

6

132

Tim Cavill

BMW M2 G87 2024

01:46.135

8

7

51

Kyle Barnes

BMW M2 G87 2024

01:46.613

6

8

9

Tyson Laura

BMW M3 G81 2024

01:46.852

4

9

45

David Minarik

BMW M2 F87 2017

01:46.940

2

10

86

Isaac Russo

BMW M3 E92 2007

01:46.946

1

PREPARED C CLASS

MODIFIED BMWS 210-240 POINTS

1

91

Michael Osmond

BMW E36 1994

01:48.146

25

2

98

David Pride

BMW 335i E92 2008

01:48.568

18

3

61

Xavier Homann

BMW 135i E82 2008

01:49.902

15

4

198

Nikki Pride

BMW 335i E93 2008

01:50.980

12

5

43

Ghassan Fatayerji

BMW 135i E82 2008

01:51.195

10

6

505

Bojan Serafimovski

BMW 135i E82 2009

01:51.509

8

7

72

John Morgan

BMW X3 M40i G01 2020

01:53.813

6

8

54

Winston Loke

BMW Z4M E86 2006

01:55.009

4

9

97

Johnny Fiorenza

BMW 318i E30 1989

01:58.227

2

1:55.075

25

PREPARED B CLASS 1

44

210 OR MORE POINTS

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MORE MODS 245-265 POINTS BMW 135i E82 2009

Gardner Circuit SMSP 19 Apr 26 PLACE

CAR

DRIVER

VEHICLE

BEST TIME

POINTS

PREPARED A CLASS EXTREME MODS AND ROLLCAGE 270 OR MORE POINTS

SS1Points Yang Duan

BMW M4 2016

01:39.111

25

Joseph Lenthall

BMW M3 E36 1996

01:41.063

18

181

Lachlan McBrien

BMW M3 E37 1996

01:43.717

15

46

Adam Laura

BMW M3 E30 1986

01:44.487

12

5

17

Gavin Clarke

BMW M2 G87 2023

01:47.670

10

6

64

Philip Allen

BMW M3 F80 2017

01:47.766

8

1

813

2

81

3 4

7

27

Simon Belhumeur

BMW M2 F87 2016

01:47.848

6

8

47

Yacine Berrada

BMW M3 F80 2015

01:48.762

4

9

74

Adrijan Radikovic

BMW M4 F82 2014

01:50.062

2

10

641

Luke Allen

BMW M3 F80 2017

01:50.627

1

01:57.974

25

CLASS OB- NON BMW VEHICLES 0 - 195 POINTS 1

105

James Hughes

Mazda MX5 NB 2001

2

240

Todd McVey

Suzuki Swift Sport F

18

CLASS OA - NON BMW VEHICLES 200 OR MORE POINTS L 1

143

Troy Patterson

Subaru WRX STI EJ25

01:34.843

25

2

33

George Zaharof

Toyota GR Yaris GXPA

01:41.695

18

3

90

David La

Nissan 350Z Z33 2005

01:42.642

15

4

147

Marco Farina

Alfa Romeo 147 GTA

01:44.272

12

5

177

Mark Robinson

Mercedes A Class AMG

01:45.217

10

6

55

Rob Dunston

Aston Martin V8 Vant

01:55.628

8

7

63

William Hughes

Audi Sedan RS3 2017

01:57.980

6

8

69

Nick Smith

Mazda Rx7 series 6 1

01:59.062

4

01:40.950

25

CLASS OL - LOTUS VEHICLES 200 OR MORE POINTS L 1

18

Louis Chan

Lotus Exige 350 sport

THANK YOU TO OUR OFFICIALS AND CLUB VOLUNTEERS WHO RAN THIS SUPERSPRINT Trevor Kilner

Clerk of the Course/MA Steward

Luke Wise

Driver Coach

Bob Williams

Event Secretary/Driver Coach

Grant Herron

Driver Coach

Dominique Oakes

Race Control Times & Record

Bart Williams

Driver Coach

Matt Rosenthal

Race Control / Scrutineer

Victor Yee

Photographer

Rachel Sugden

Chief Scrutineer

Pete Kilner

Grid Marshal & Flag Manager

Simon Venn

Assistant Chief Scrutineer

Oliver Kilner

Grid Announcer

Tony Martin

Scrutineer

Andrew McLean

Flag Marshal & Grid Marshal

Greg Fereday

Scrutineer

Anthony Lo Castro

Flag Marshal

Lachlan Graves

Scrutineer

Sarah Walden

Flag Marshal

Trent McVey

Sign-on Desk

Jessica Oakes

Flag Marshal

Todd McVey

Sign-on Desk

Lachlan Graves

Flag Marshal

Helen Poulos

Sign-on Desk

Basil Yum

Flag Marshal

John Cotter

Driver Coach

Mark Hughes

Flag Marshal

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02 9879 7557 www.bavariacars.com.au

PARTS Club members receive a full trade discount with presentation of your club card – up to 40% off retail. Ask for Michael or Alastair.

141 Alexander Street, Crows Nest NSW 2065

02 9438 4588 www.frysspares.com.au

Exceptional HANDLING, BRAKING & MECHANICAL for all types of vehicles, but in particular *Performance,*Prestige & *Race Cars with up to 22” wheels.

www.mybm.com.au

02 9438 1669

Advan Performance is your one stop servicing and performance shop. We pride ourselves in our work and love maintaining, servicing and building cars, from wheel alignments to oil changes and performance engine builds - we can achieve this all inhouse. 10% off all work when you present your members card.

Contact Peter Hennessy

02 9684 2826 service@roadandraceperformance.com.au www.roadandraceperformance.com.au

Revolution Racegear Auburn offers club members 10% off most regular priced items such as race suits, helmets, gloves, boots, and accessories. See Ross.

Unit 3, 191 Parramatta Rd Auburn NSW 2144

02 9648 4044 www.revolutionracegear.com.au From dayglo numbers to windscreen banners, race numbers to tow triangles, MRN is your one stop shop for all your motorsport graphics.

BMW Drivers Club NSW members benefit from a 15% discount, apply coupon code “MRN15” Contact Troy Seven

0422 257 551 www.magnetracenumbers.com

Clickable offer $10 off shipping on orders over $100 to club members, for parcels sent with Australia Post road service.

Simply send an email to hello@clickableautomotive.com.au to obtain the promotional code to use during checkout.

1300 739 311 www.clickable.com.au SWEA is one of Australia’s largest distributors of European New, Used and Reconditioned parts. We offer an extensive range of Genuine, OEM and OES parts covering all European Makes and Models. Our branches are located in key points in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. So, what are you waiting for? Experience the SWEA difference today 150 Eldridge Road Condell Park NSW 2200

1300 240 440 www.swea.com.au Whether you are looking to modify or restore your BMW, we have a range of quality performance and OEM parts to suit. To apply your 10% membership discount, contact Andrew for the Code!.

0404 908 203 sales@bavarianspeed.com.au

Lithiumax is the world’s best lithium engine starter battery with a model suitable for all BMWs from dedicated race cars through to daily drivers. Weight saving is in the order of 12kg to 20kg depending on your model, many Lithiumax batteries now with Bluetooth App monitoring and Restart control. 10% discount for Club members Contact Vic

02 8011 4776 admin@lithiumax.com.au www.lithiumax.com.au

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All offers are subject to change without notice. The BMW Drivers Club NSW Incorporated provides this information for the benefit of its members; however, the Club does not endorse, recommend, or guarantee any of the companies, products, or services listed on this page. Members are encouraged to undertake their own enquiries before engaging with any provider.

Whilst all care is taken, the BMW Drivers Club NSW Incorporated and associated businesses take no responsibility for the accuracy of any information contained herein. All ideas, opinions and suggestions published herein are those of the respective authors.

BODY CARE

Exclusive 10% discount to Club members on all Sonax products. Just use the discount code BMWDCNSW10 to have the discount applied.

1800-4-SONAX Basha Autohaus is a quality focused Auto Body Shop specialising in BMW & European vehicle repairs. Contact us today & present your member card to take advantage of our 10% discount for all BMW Club Members.

Contact Greg.

www.sonax.com.au

88 Falconer Street, West Ryde NSW 2114

10% off for BMW Club members when using check out code BMWCLUB

www.bashaautohaus.com.au

www.iglcoatings.com.au

CARBON DEMON specialises in OEM-quality vinyl wraps. We are a 3M & Avery Dennison trained, certified & recommended wrapping company. Our wraps are enthusiast-grade.

Smart Polish Pro provide members 10% off all orders on their range of premium car care products. Simply send an email to hello@smartpolishpro.com.au to receive your discount code for use during checkout.

CARBON DEMON is the vinyl wrapper of choice for Audi (Aust), Citröen (Aust), Ferrari Australasia, Peugeot (Aust), Jaguar (Aust), Suzuki (Aust), FOX Studios and numerous established new-car dealerships & tuning shops.

02 9621 4701

Club members get 10% off.

0433 111 652 carbondemon.com.au Fancee Car are vinyl wrapping specialists, working on over 500 cars in the last two years. We offer all Club Members $500 off on a whole car wrap, $600 off on clear Paint Protection Film, 20% off on calipers respray, 20% off on wheels respray, 20% off on ceramic coating and $50 off for window tinting.

Contact Sherina Li.

0452 478 288 www.fanceecar.com.au

Awash Car Care & Café is a quality-controlled complete hand car wash, detailing and vehicle accessory service. Show your club Card at the café counter to receive a 10% discount on all services over $35.

459 Victoria Road, Gladesville NSW 2111 1206 Victoria Road, Melrose Park NSW 2114

02 9817 8111 www.awash.com.au Renovo offers a 10% discount on all Renovo convertible car care products purchased online and using the promotion code 85pmdc during the checkout process.

www.smartpolishpro.com.au

Purfit Covers has been manufacturing and designing custom car covers for the last 18years for most OEM’s.

We offer all BMW NSW members10% off our products. We have a huge BMW library of patterns for inside or outside covers, plus we add the BMW NSW members badge for free on all inside covers. Contact Michael

0478 681 551 info@purfitcovers.com.au

Drive GHT would like to offer a 10% discount on all European arrive and drive packages for all members of the BMW NSW club. That’s a huge saving of over $400 on a BMW M3 package! Ask for Ashwin.

0431 065 777 www.driveght.com.au

Protect your business with our comprehensive cybersecurity packages, secure Microsoft Surface laptops, and secure Microsoft 365 licenses. Tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. Safeguard your data and boost productivity with confidence.

Contact: hello@cisoonline.com.au www.cisoonline.com.au

March 2027

02 9807 5677

Protective Surface Coatings and Car Care Products

0430 164 123 www.renovoaustralia.com.au

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RE WARD S THAT D E FINE YO U R D RIVE .

F EE L THE THRI LL OF OW N IN G A B M W.

EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS: Programme Benefits for members of BMW Car Clubs: • Complimentary BMW Service Inclusive for 3 years or 60,000km.* or • 4 years / unlimited km BMW Service Inclusive Basic on fully electric vehicles.* • Recommended dealer delivery reduced to $1,850 excluding taxes.~ • Benefits extended to your spouse or de-facto partner.^ • Access to a dedicated Corporate Sales Manager.

STANDARD BMW BENEFITS: 5 years unlimited kilometre warranty. Access to BMW Genius. BMW Roadside Assistance.

Competitive finance rates across a range of products through BMW Financial Services.^^ Ready to take it further? Contact your dedicated Corporate Sales Manager at your preferred BMW dealer.

Vehicle exclusions apply. *BMW Service Inclusive - Basic is based on the vehicle’s condition based service monitoring system for 3 years from the date of first registration or up to 60,000km, whichever occurs first or 4 years / Unlimited Kilometres (Electric Vehicles) from the date of first registration. Normal wear & tear items & other exclusions apply. Scheduled servicing must be conducted by an authorised BMW dealer. See www.bmw.com/en-au/home.html for full terms and conditions. ~Dealer Delivery subject to negotiation between the customer and the vendor dealer. ^Vehicle to be registered in private name of spouse or de-facto partner. No entitlement extends to a business or company owned by a spouse or de-facto partner. ^^BMW Financial Services, Australian Credit Licence 392387. Fees, charges and eligibility criteria apply. Conditions apply. Rate may differ base on the borrower risk profile. Members of BMW Car Clubs must be a member for a minimum of 12 months in order to be eligible for the BMW Professional Programme Benefits.

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