» History
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Some background: During 1988 - 1991, our founding member Dieter Roth, Owner of
Custom Automotive Services, Oshawa, Ont., was heavily involved in Z-Car
racing (GT2, GTU IMSA, Ice Racing) as owner, mechanic, crew chief,
driver and enthusiast.
The OZC Club met monthly (1st Tuesday at 8pm), and we had several club events planned along with 9-10 newsletters. Membership was only $25/yr. but we had no club insurance nor any affiliation with anyone who could provide it. We spent 11/93 - 11/94 building membership to 40 active members. Our first official scheduled club event was a BBQ in an Oshawa park ...it was rained out and everyone got lost anyway (This led to the decision for the need for an Events Director on future executives). We did successfully execute several club events like a Show & Shine, Cruises, and participation on the track at Mosport. The "Flying Z" first appeared in the club newsletter in May '95. The Red circle behind the Z represents the Japanese origin of the Z. Just look at the Japanese national flag. The faux granite finish of the Z represents the age and timeless nature of the vehicle. The tattered checkered flag speaks for itself.
Our Mission :
A network of enthusiasts dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of the Nissan/Datsun Z Car through regularly scheduled meetings, newsletters, occasional sporting, display and social events. |
