Ernie Sprague was already well versed in the tricks of the trade when, with the MK111 Zephyr, he headed Ray Archibald's Jaguar and others around the house's at Waimate in 1963.
First B&H win for Sprague/leonard came in 1969 though they had gained individual laurels before then.
With son Gary, Ernie began Timarus monopoly with a "Wills Six Hour" win in the Zodiac in 1967.
Yes, thanks heaps Rodders, I've cursed for years at the disappearance of my Pegasus annuals, an invaluable record of those incredible years of fast development and big crowds. Also now with the benefit of hindsight, it's interesting to see the development of Euan's camerawork and composition. But the opportunity to see all that stuff together once again after all those years is extremely welcome, so thanks again.
Rod, you are to be congratulated for getting all of this, tabulating, formatting and posting. Obviously this full time job should not be given up according to the accolades given.For me personally you have given a picture of my car I never knew existed.Likewise a lot of others would agree with all the new pages, and your descriptions-Russian Circus included.
The last part is 1972 which was very kindly loaned by Barrie McBride, and as he told me it is well thumbed (by son I suspect).
I have done best I can and also there was not as much descriptions of some of mass photos, but will fill as best as can.
(I sent it back, forgetting I had to re-write captions) but should be OK.
Oblivious to the sinister looking devices behind him that feed air to the mcLaren engine, Teddy Pilette seemed in reflective mood.
Frank Gardners 1st N.Z.G.P. winand last open wheeler victory came in the Lola T300 at pukekohe.
"I would'nt have believed it" said Matich; 'Nor would I mate' said Max Stewart; "it was nothing really' said medallion winner Francevic; "He must be joking' said Matich.
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