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On one of his many journeys since the full restoration of his beloved 1955 FJ Holden sedan "Ray", a valued SWRC customer, came across a billboard advertising the city of Bundaberg, QLD and how wonderful it was. Experience the dream was the headline and Ray promptly parked his "dream" beneath the billboard for a photo opportunity. He proudly reflects on how he is indeed "experiencing the dream" since his pride and joy was restored.

Ken and Teresa first met the man who can only be described as a true gentleman (also a wonderful, sincere story teller), Ray, in 2004 when he brought his FJ sedan to Ken and requested for it to be restored and repainted. It was in lovely condition as it had been lovingly cared for all its life (owned by Ray since August 1968). Ken quickly realised Ray was a man after his own heart seeking perfection in his pride and joy.

Ray's car has been involved in every RACV "Fly the Flag" tour from 2001 to 2013 except for 2 years, a remarkable achievement. He has taken his pride and joy to local and state car shows and recalls being awarded Best Overall in the stock vehicle category in all bar one show, out of 16 shows he recollects... and he came 2nd in that show!

This beautiful vehicle has also brought Ray many happy memories and joys as he tours our country. He has driven it from Melbourne to Port Douglas and back, a total distance of 5,600 km. Another trip involved driving 13,047 km; venturing from Melbourne through Western Australia, Northern Territory, South Australia and back to Melbourne.

"Where will the FJ take me next...?" Ray contemplates.

We are very proud to be a part of Ray's dream yesterday, today and into the future.












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