Orange snags some Jags

Car enthusiast and Orange Mayor John Davis is looking forward to welcoming around 200 members of the latest car club to visit Orange this weekend.

The Jaguar Car Club of Australia will be visiting Orange on Sunday September 18, bringing a collection of pre-1950s classic Jaguar cars.

“There’s been a string of car clubs who’ve found Orange to be a fantastic place to come for a day or a weekend,” Cr John Davis said.

“They love the food and hospitality.

"There’s nothing like a drive through the beautiful Orange countryside. It’s just a great destination.”

“When car buffs come for a visit, there’s often a club dinner or they stay in local accommodation, so there’s many benefits for local businesses.”

“And local motoring fans like nothing more than a slow walk amongst the cars at Brabham Park.”

About 80 early Jaguars are expected to be on display with a range of newer models displayed by Tony Leahey Motor Group.

The show is on from 9:00am to 12:00 noon at Sir Jack Brabham Park

Around 200 participants are expected for the event.

EXCITED: Along with Mayor John Davis, local jag owners like Graham Barrett (at left who owns a 1964 Mk II) and Gwyn Mulholland (who owns a 1970 Series 1 XJ6) are looking forward to checking out the collection of pre-1950s classic jaguars during this month’s car club visit to Orange.