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The South Canterbury Zephyr and Zodiac Enthusiasts Club, based in Timaru, New Zealand,
was formed in 1990 when a meeting of local owners was held. Prior to this
some locals were members of the Christchurch Zephyr and Zodiac Club, but, because
of the distance from Christchurch, were unable to participate in club events
on a regular basis. The club has continued to show good growth and has retained most of its original members. The club members have an excellent selection of Zephyrs and Zodiacs including 8 Mark I convertibles and 5 Mark II convertibles - probably the highest concentration of Mark II convertibles anywhere in the world. Club members also have MarkI Zephyr and Zodiac sedans, Mark2 sedans, utilities and station wagons, a Mark III Zodiac station wagon, Zephyr sedans, including 1 one owner vehicle, and 19 Mark III Zodiac sedans. Club members also have 8 MarkIV Zephyrs and Zodiacs. Such is the presentation of members' vehicles, they have been successful at National Conventions, All British and All Ford Days and other classic car shows. The club has an emphasis on family outings and involvement with social events organised throughout the year, generally with a club run once a month interspersed with social events. General meetings for members are held on the first Monday of each month and the club also produces a monthly magazine to keep members informed on what's happening and what events are coming up. The club has organised a biennial All Makes Classic Wheels Show with up to 180 vehicles on display. Proceeds from these shows have benefited club funds with donations also being made to local charities. The club hosted the 1992 Southern Connection in Timaru, which attracted nearly 90 cars, and is proud to have hosted the 1999 International Convention in South Canterbury. |