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[REDA9X]

Just wondering, what was that one mistake AMC made about the VK big banger? I didn't see them make a mistake at all, and I didn't suggest they did, so don't misquote me. AMC wrote a story on the two cars, they never at any stage said which car was which, despite the fact they had the proof of which was which for fear of causing a drama, it's not AMC's job to verify cars or argue which is which. It wasn't until Peter Brock misread the article, and a rather angry phonecall, Mark was obligated to publish his (heavily edited/swearing removed) fax that the question over which car was which became an issue in AMC. They still never quoted which car was which, only printed his letter. The fact is Brock was wrong, and everyone knew it, but it seems people will believe things they read.

Mark was a genuine enthusiast, he had a real passion for it, you could tell every time he was around the cars.  I don't think Luke is doing bad job, and I never said that, I said it's not the same without Mark.

Well Done Wayne , That is a Outer Control front cover. Both car's look a million dollars. I am sure anyone with a Muscle Car or Two would love to be on the front cover of this magazine.

 REDA9X , Just because AMC Mag made one mistake about the VK Big Banger and Mark leaving does not mean that the story's are not Genuine. Luke West is doing a great job , and we are lucky that we can buy copy's of this magazine. To me it sound's like you have a interest in becoming a editor for this mag. Who know's one day you might.   

Sorry Wayne getting back to your Beast's, nice to read your story and photo's about your car's .Thank's for sharing .  Great Magazine Luke West .........

[a9x868]

Another 3 years and the hair dressers contigent can celebrate 40yrs too and i will be there too

all jokes aside
wayne
a couple of beautiful cars there man!
wish they were in my garage
thanks for sharing in the amc magazine
love this stuff
p.s.
you forgot the N in contingent
but i don't want to be critical
so enjoy
thanks again
davemc

[a9x868]

Just wondering, what was that one mistake AMC made about the VK big banger? I didn't see them make a mistake at all, and I didn't suggest they did, so don't misquote me. AMC wrote a story on the two cars, they never at any stage said which car was which, despite the fact they had the proof of which was which for fear of causing a drama, it's not AMC's job to verify cars or argue which is which. It wasn't until Peter Brock misread the article, and a rather angry phonecall, Mark was obligated to publish his (heavily edited/swearing removed) fax that the question over which car was which became an issue in AMC. They still never quoted which car was which, only printed his letter. The fact is Brock was wrong, and everyone knew it, but it seems people will believe things they read.
Mark was a genuine enthusiast, he had a real passion for it, you could tell every time he was around the cars.  I don't think Luke is doing bad job, and I never said that, I said it's not the same without Mark.

and i think that is a fair and just reply red
this amc mag is the only magazine i buy now and god knows how many i have recently
dumped at the tip
australian muscle cars are indeed a passion of mine
no matter what breed
once biased as a young bloke
now i find i love them all
especially with a bathurst heritage
the whole win on sunday sell on monday thing!
if i had my way i'd have one of everything
and one of my favourite times is when the latest issue of
australian musclecar reaches the shelves
we are still learning about all of these cars
and i don't believe anyone is
a full bottle!
i for one am still learning about A9X torana's
and i've had mine for 29 years
that's a part of what keeps me excited and full of lust for these cars
your comments and knowledge are always appreciated
and also many thanks to the other forum members who teach me so much
and all the other bastards that make me laugh!!!!
i only hope that my son will one day make me proud
and read every page of every issue like i have!
god forbid if he buys a turbo piece of jap crap
cept a nissan bluebird or a godzilla gtr
oooh fu$ sick sierra
to use as parts on a customised hatchback
thanks for the bathurst heritage or we would not have any great cars at all
bring on the next issue luke

[xu2308]

I think Luke West is doing a great job, Mark did a great job for sure, And all the Ad's these days in Magazine is the nature of modern times, Just keep searching for info Wayne, the truth is out there.

[xu2308]

I thought he charged a gold coin for a autograph, unless its gone up for these hard times and mass job losses under our new government in control lol

[Tyre biter]

Dire Straights said: "two men say they're Jesus, one of them must be wrong..."

Make for interesting reading - would love to hear all three sides...

Cheers, TB

Edited by Tyre biter, 25 February 2014 - 07:28 PM.

[REDA9X]

Dunno about that racer8, I don't push the A9X like some people push other cars, I appreciate them
All, but I can think of one or two that wouldn't have made an issue

[xu2308]

LXSS350

When we run out of the dino fuel for these old cars, the Electric Car will be the TREX the king of the hill, unless a forum member converts the first Torana into a electric car, Who's going first

[Shiney005]

Same here Outer. Mine still has the original Banjo and still going strong even with picking up an inside ten inch T/A at the odd track day. Congrats to yourself and AMC.

[xu2308]

The running gear out of the McLaren P1 in a Torana  SS Hatch, need room to fit it all in, what a beast it would be.

[xu2308]

Your plan sounds better than the one I said

[Torananut]

Beautiful looking cars, enjoyed the article and photos, just one thing I should clarify for you. Your race car is most certainly not the Charlie O'Brien L34 as I have owned it foe the last ten years. Having said that I'm interested in finding out which race car your L34 was. Can show you some photos of the trick little bits and modifications on mine if you are interested. Cheers,               Grant

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