News : MX-5 Club of NSW

Run to Picton and Jinbai Ittai Karting Challenge

12 August 2013 / Peter Feutrill

The Illawarra Chapter hosted the inaugural Jinbai Ittai Karting Challenge at Picton in June 2013 and this could be a regular way for the Chapters to indulge in some healthy competition!

Nurbushring and Pacific Palms Run

11 August 2013 / Report by Peter Rodgers with photos by Keiran Rodgers

What a glorious day for a drive in our MX-5s, too hot for a jumper at 9:00 in the morning and hard to believe that we are still in winter. The weather has been very kind to us on our last couple of runs here on the Mid North Coast, which makes up for some "interesting" weather on some of our earlier runs.

Xmas in July

10 August 2013 / Report by Bruce Bettinson, Photos by Peter Hilkmann

A beautiful winters day for a drive from Beresfield to Minmi. It's only a 10min drive by the direct path, but MX-5 owners prefer the 180km scenic route via Dungog, Gresford, Branxton, Kurri Kurri and Mt Sugarloaf. Xmas in July lunch was had at the Minmi Hotel.

How to clean soft top drains on an NC

09 August 2013 / Guy Coles

Here's a link to an article I wrote some time ago on how to clean the soft top drains. It's not difficult after the first time you do it and is one of those general maintenance things that you should do on a regular basis.

Doppio espresso and car wash

07 August 2013 / Adam Walker

Every month member Robert Forsyth opens up his factory in Artamon for a morning coffee and wash day.

Wollombi Wander

30 July 2013 / Report and Photos by Peter Hilkmann

Wollombi Wander ... driving with the tops down on a rainy winter's day.

Canberra Chapter Christmas in July

28 July 2013 / Iris & Tony McDonald

The Canberra Chapter held its annual Christmas in July lunch at Benedict House, Queanbeyan, on Sunday 28 July 2013. The function was attended by 32 enthusiastic chapter members and friends, some from as far afield as Wagga Wagga, NSW.

National Motorcycle Museum Run

28 July 2013 / Words - Peter Rodgers, Photos - Keiran Rodgers

Seems like many MX-5 drivers were right into motor bike riding in previous years (some of course still are keen riders) and the opportunity to see Australia’s largest collection of motor bikes was keenly anticipated.

Xmas in July - Illawarra Run

16 July 2013 / Peter Feutrill

Seven 5s and a 3 joined the Illawarra Chapter run to Wallerawang for Xmas in July, for a fabulous drive on the Tablelands Way.

Bryan Shedden demonstrates his hands off technique

Look Ma, no hands!

10 July 2013 / Bryan Shedden

Club President Bryan Shedden demonstrates how to drive with no hands.

Track day results for 6 July 2013

09 July 2013 / Zan Menzel

The latest results from our track day on 6th July at Sydney Motorsport Park are now available.

The run regoups and enjoys the views at Marie Byles Lookout

Central Coast Jaunt

30 June 2013 / Words by John Morgan, photos by Peter Hilkman & Gaye Morgan

A run down to Patonga sounded like a good idea as some of the Hunter Chapter members had done it before and had raved about the home made chips at the local fish shop. As this was the first run that I had organised and lead I was a bit apprehensive: would the weather be okay, would we lose too many people on the way, would it be an enjoyable run?

Canberra members assemble at Captains Flat on 16 June 2013

Captains Flat Brunch Interlude

16 June 2013 / Report by Ian Bottcher, Photos by Peter Le

On this crisp sunny morning 13 MX-5s (mostly topless) convened at Blamey Square, Russell Offices before firing up engines and cruising to Captains Flat, a former mining town 55 kilometres south/east from Canberra.

RPM Chapter members proudly show off their new shirts, thanks to Blue Mountains Mazda for their sponsorship

Blue Mountains Crossing Bicentenary BBQ

25 May 2013 / Report by Pam Estreich, Photos by Lesa Bunn & Chris Flak

The Bicentenary of the Blue Mountains crossing was celebrated in style with a BBQ hosted by Blue Mountain Mazda, sponsor of the RPM Chapter.

Both this engine and the Appleby operate virtually soundlessly. The flywheel is rotating at around 20rpm.

Goulburn Waterworks Museum

19 May 2013 / Report and photos by Ed Cory

Sunday 19th May dawned cool but sunny – a perfect day for a cruise in the countryside! Assembling at Gunghalin College carpark, we took some new roads out of Canberra heading for Gundaroo and our coffee stop at Gunning, and then on to the Goulburn Waterworks museum.

How to fit coilovers on your MX-5

17 May 2013 / DriftworksLtd

MX-5 Coilovers are straight forward and easy to fit. Here's a step-by-step DIY video guide from DriftworksLtd, about how to remove, prepare and fit coilovers to an NB MX-5.

Richard Hammond testing an MX-5

14 May 2013 / Top Gear

Richard Hammond test drives the Mazda MX-5 in Ireland, and puts the car to the test with an unusual race against a greyhound at Shelbourne Park. Who will win? Man or dog?

The Illawarra Chapter crew gathered on the steps of the old Nerriga School

Bob's Long Way Round

21 April 2013 / Report by Robert Collins, Photos by Bryan Shedden

Bob led the Illawarra Chapter on a merry 309km circuit via the Shoalhaven, Nerriga and Southern Highlands.

Coffee and sustainance at Gold Creek Cafe

Lake George & Gundaroo Run

21 April 2013 / Malcolm Bernhardt

18 happy people started with hot coffee and good conversation at the Gold Creek Café. Then, having cleared the cobwebs out of our eyes, we jumped in the shiny carriages and headed NE towards Lake George.

Dave’s “How To” Day and Shannons Wheels

16 March 2013 / Words and photos by: Bob Judd

Each year, the ACT Council of ACT Motor Clubs arranges a show and shine day for its member clubs to raise money for a local charity. This year, the ‘Technical Aids for the Disabled, ACT’ group were the beneficiaries of the profits from the Shannons Wheels Exhibition.