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Aloha kakou!
Welcome to the 2008 Hyundai Malfunction
Von Weirdos charity item in support
of The Cancer Council NSW
At every Von Weirdos Auction, we run one item under the hammer
with all proceeds going to a nominated charity. This year’s charity is
Surf Auction, and the weird and wonderful
world of surf collecting, and mahalo to our
vendors for such a choice range of surfcraft
and memorabilia from all around Australia
and beyond!
By the way don’t forget you’ll need to register
in order to bid tonight, and I’d like to point
the Cancer Council of NSW. They will receive the proceeds from the
out that Von Weirdos policy is not to charge
sale of this truly unique piece of memorabilia - A framed Limited
any “buyers premium” at any of our auction
Edition Print (No 5 of 25) - kindly donated by Jack and Dawn Eden.
Title Reunion Of Spirit. Celebrating the reunion of the First World
events! In other words the successful bid is
the final price of that particular item, so you
can easily keep track of exactly how much
Surfing Championship contestants at the Noosa Festival in 1999.
you’re spending.
Artist Tony Morris
Remember it’s never too late to enter the
Photography Jack Eden Surfabout Collection
Hand signed Midget Farrelly, Mike Doyle, Joey Cabell, LJ Richards,
world of surf collecting, and Australia has to
be one of the most exciting countries in which
to collect! - Baron Von Weirdo
Mick Dooley and Jack Eden.
2008 Hyundai Malfunction Surf Auction presented by Von Weirdos - The Surf Traders’ Emporium
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1 : RECORD/SHEET MUSIC
2 : MOVIE POSTER
Co-written by Jan Berry and Brian Wilson in 1963 this
record went to number one and defined teenage beach
culture in California in the early ‘60s. A 1976 surf film by Alan Rich and very collectable especially
as this particular poster shows the northern NSW dates! The
film had not only great footage of Shaun Tomson surfing
Cape St. Francis in South Africa but also Michael Peterson
and Paul Neilsen surfing Bells! Framed Surf City by Jan and Dean.
Estimate range $50 to $100
Framed Playgrounds in Paradise. Estimate range $200 to $300
3 : RECORD
4 : PHOTOGRAPH
The definitive surf film made by Alby Falzon in 1972
featuring that famous Michael Peterson cutback shown here
in the center spread and signed by MP himself! This item
comes from the estate of the late Benny King. One of Dick Hoole’s fabulous shots from that period in
surfing when MP was king, and once again Michael has
signed this along with Dick Hoole. Framed Morning of the Earth soundtrack. Estimate range $900 upwards
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Framed black and white of Michael Peterson surfing Kirra
circa 1976.
Estimate range $350 to $500
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5 : 1970s SURFBOARD
6 : 1970s SURFBOARD
An original example of an early ‘70s swallow tail single fin
by local craftsman Joe Larkin who has also signed the deck.
This board was also part of the Ben King collection and has
been kept in repaired but not restored condition, so it could
still be ridden.
This board’s a bit beat up but it’s the rare Rabbit
Bartholomew model from the mid ‘70s, and would still
make a good rider for the single fin competitions! It’s a
fabulous hot dog shape and features a cool deck spray, and
if you ask Rabbit nicely he might even sign it for you! Estimate range $350 to $550
Estimate range $350 to $500
7 : 1970s SURFBOARD
8 : 1970s SURFBOARD
A beautiful little twin fin shaped by Bob McTavish featuring
a channel bottom. Bob has signed and dated this board at
1979 and it has just had a cosmetic restoration to keep
it as original as possible. A great rider or display board for
the wall. An excellent example of a mid ‘70s flyer pintail mini-gun
by the legendary waterman Dick van Straalen. I know Dick
didn’t make many boards featuring the bamboo logo which
also makes this board very collectable, plus it’s still in quite
good original condition. Estimate range $650 to $850
Estimate range $700 to $900
6’10” Joe Larkin. 5’10” Sky Bluebird. 6’4” Hot Stuff. 7’5” Dick van Straalen. 2008 Hyundai Malfunction Surf Auction presented by Von Weirdos - The Surf Traders’ Emporium
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9 : 1970s SURFBOARD
8’0” McCoy. 10 : 1970s SURFBOARD
5’11” Rip Curl shaped by Wayne Lynch.
A rare original Reno Abelliro model island gun from the mid
‘70s. Yes the bottom’s brown but the deck displays well,
and it has a beautiful McCoy laminate by artist Shane Egan.
Although Reno did shape some boards during his trips to
Australia I think Geoff shaped this one under licence. What a ripper! A flyer swallow tail with fin box plus a nice
blue fade spray on the deck and it’s in great condition! Has
only had some cosmetic restoration in order to retain it’s
originality and value. This board has been signed by Wayne
and is museum quality. Estimate range $700 to $900
Estimate range $1300 to $1800
11 : 1960s SURFBOARD
Woosley 8’ stringerless shaped by Rod Teys in Brisbane.
12 : 1960s SURFBOARD 7’10”
McDonagh shaped by Geoff McCoy in the late 60s.
Typical pintail design from the period and although made
in Brisbane they were very popular on both the Sunshine
and Gold Coasts. This is a nice clean original example to
hang on the wall of the beach house or to take out for the
occasional surf!
Features include a hi-density foam stringer and Geoff’s
“loaded dome” reverse vee in the tail plus that period
perfect McDonagh logo on the deck! This would be a wild
little rider and is in fully repaired condition for surfing.
Estimate range $500 to $700
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Estimate range $700 to $850
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13 : 1960s SURFBOARD
Keyo 8’6” stringerless.
14 : 1960s SURFBOARD
Scott Dillon 8’6” stringerless.
This is typical of the type of board Nat and friends were
riding during the pre vee bottom period in 1967. Has had
the original fin moved up to make it ride super loose and
fast rail to rail. In repaired fully surfable condition these
boards are becoming really sought after!
What a wild beast, no not Dillon but this board! Check
out the rocker and the deep vee bottom. Probably a late
‘67 design commonly called the Plastic Fantastic period in
Australian surfing! Has everything: yellow and orange tint,
wild raked fin and trippy logo. Very good original condition.
Estimate range $800 to $1000
Estimate range $900 to $1200
15 : 1960s SURFBOARD
Dewey Weber Performer model.
16 : CONTEST PROGRAM
1966 NSW State Championships. Very rare collectable Californian board from 1966/7 and
in unrestored but repaired condition. This was probably the
most popular model manufactured by Weber, and has his
distinctive “hatchet” type fin and a funky floral deck inlay.
These were the perfect boards for hot-dogging!
Framed original Surf-riders Association program from the
collection of Australian champion surfer Richard Harvey.
These form an important part of Australian surfing history.
Sought after by museums and private collectors alike.
Rare to find in such good original condition.
Estimate range $2000 to $2500
Estimate range $180 to $280
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17 : MOVIE POSTER 1970
Innermost Limits of Pure Fun by George Greenough. 18 : MOVIE POSTER 1976
Tubular Swells by Dick Hoole and Jack McCoy. This highly significant film with a fabulous soundtrack by
The Farm has gone down in the annals of surfing history,
and you have the chance here to own an original Greenough
poster numbered and signed by George. This one is #58 of
100 only, and mounted ready to frame. Tubular Swells featured unreal footage from Burleigh, Bells,
Indonesia and Hawaii with a hot soundtrack to go with it!
The most significant Australian surf film of 1976 by far.
Signed by Michael Peterson and Shaun Tomson who appear
in the film, as well as Dick and Jack, and then framed. Estimate range $300 to $400
Estimate range $400 to $500
19 : MOVIE POSTER
Search for Surf by Greg Noll.
20 : ART PRINT
Burleigh Point Surf Scene, framed. Framed official poster celebrating Noll’s series of films from
1958 to 1961. Featuring cool artwork by John Severson
and signed by the great Greg Noll himself. This has become
a collectable item that will certainly increase in value over
the years.
This impressive piece of art has been signed by all the
surfers that participated in the Stubbies Reunion held at
Burleigh last year! This is a one of a kind item offered
here for the first time. This is an irreplaceable piece of
memorabilia that can only increase in value! Estimate range $250 to $350
Estimate around $2000
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2008 Hyundai Malfunction Surf Auction presented by Von Weirdos - The Surf Traders’ Emporium
21 : RECORD
Captain Goodvibes. Framed ‘70s original LP in aqua vinyl. 22 : T. SHIRT
Michael Peterson image. Voted the worst record of all time! That has helped to
make it collectable.Goodvibes already had a big following
in Australian surfing thanks to Tony Edwards’ art work and
his regular appearances in Tracks magazine! Cover has been
signed by Tony Edwards. First time offered! Framed obscure Coolangatta print featuring MP surfing and
signed by Michael and dated 1972. This is a fabulous and
well presented piece of Gold Coast surfing memorabilia!
First time offered. Estimate range $250 to $350
Estimate around $1000
23 : SKATEBOARD early 1960s. 24 : PLYWOOD BOARD
Beautifully crafted timber inlay deck with clay Chicago
wheels in excellent condition! No visible brand name but a
classic example of the ‘60s period. A restored hollow plywood “cigar box” or a kook box as we
called them on the Gold Coast! Estimate range $150 to $250
9’10” built by N. Haselgrove of Seacliff in the 1950’s era. Estimate range $450 to $650
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25 : PLYWOOD SURFBOARD
9’10” Okinui. 26 : BALSA SURFBOARD
9’7” Gordon Woods. Good example of Australian craftsmanship. These hollow
plywoods were based on the American Balsas that arrived
here in 1956. The first Aussie balsa boards didn’t start
appearing until 1958, so the hollows filled that gap for two
years. No surf collection is complete without one of these. A fully restored circa 1958 balsa board from Sydney master
craftsman Gordon Woods! This is an excellent example of
an Australian classic! Estimate range $3000 to $4000
Estimate range $2000 to $2500
27 : 1960s SURFBOARD
9’8” Gordon and Smith. 28 : 1960s SURFBOARD
9’8” Scott Dillon. T-band stringer, tail block, timber D fin. This black beauty looks to be a Californian made G&S from
the mid ‘60s, and features tail and nose blocks plus a
great two tone fin. The board would be an easy restoration
project, but could be surfed and/or hung on the wall just
as is! This is a rare Bob Pike Point Surf model from the early ‘60s.
Along with Dillon, Bob Pike was one of Australia’s legendary
big wave chargers. Between them they designed this style
of board for the bigger waves. Original watermarked and
sunburnt condition. An easy restoration project. Estimate range $1200 to $1600
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Estimate range $600 to $800
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9’5” Hayden. 30 : 1960s SURFBOARD
10’5” Hayden. This is a circa ‘66 Ken Adler step deck model. Looks like a
good rider from the Sunshine Coast that has had an older
resto job and legrope plug added. Hayden longboards from
the mid to late ‘60s are very sought after and hold their
value well. Yes a 10’5” shaped by Kevin Platt on the Sunshine Coast!
This is one rare board from the 1966 era and has the look
of a top rider that’s still in original surfable condition with
dings repaired. Just wax it up and go! Estimate range $1000 to $1500
Estimate range $1300 to $1800
31 : 1960s SURFBOARD
9’4” Cord. 32 : 1960s SURFBOARD
9’7” Barry Bennett. A very rare and unusual Queensland board signed in pen by
both Bob McTavish and Kevin Platt on the laminate! Made
in 1967 after the pair left the Hayden and established the
Cord brand on the Sunshine Coast. Unrestored and the
yellow pigment job is the original. An unrestored mid ‘60s board from the Bennett factory
in Sydney, with great looking balsa and redwood T-band
stringer and nylon dork fin. The blue cigar band on the deck
is original.
Estimate range $1000 to $1400
Estimate range $800 to $1000
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33 : 1960s SURFBOARD
9’6” Dale Competition Model. 34 : 1960s SURFBOARD
9’4” Dale. This is a circa 1965 model with a red fibreglass dork fin and
is in good unrestored condition. A circa 1966 nose rider model shaped by Ron Wade. Could
make a good rider and although it has a twist running
through the board it still shows really well on the wall! Estimate range $900 to $1200
Estimate range $1000 to $1200
35 : 1960s SURFBOARD
9’6” McDonagh. 36 : 1960s SURFBOARD
9’3” McDonagh. Circa 1967. Original unrestored condition! Modern board
for the time, glassed in 6oz instead of the usual 10oz and
an upright Hayden style pivot type fin and 1/4” redwood
stringer. Original red white and blue competition cigar band.
Last of the classic Australian longboards. Unreal condition! An early 1960s D fin model with twin stringers and in good
original condition, apart from a repair around the fin. Has
obviously been owned in the early days by someone called
A. Woolley, which adds a nice touch to it! Estimate range $1500 to $2000
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Estimate range $850 to $1100
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37 : 1960s SURFBOARD
9’9” Joe Larkin. 38 : 1960s SURFBOARD
9’8” Bill Wallace. From circa 1964 with a reverse D fin and twin stringers,
and complete with 3 old surf permit stickers from
Randwick! Has been re-pigmented at some stage over the
years but at least they masked around the stickers and the
classic Joe Larkin decal. A circa 1966 triple stringer from Brookvale with Phil
Edwards influenced narrow speed nose. Lots of rocker, good
rails and a red dork fin. The owner tells us this is one real
good rider by the way! Unrestored condition. Estimate range $600 to $800
Estimate range $800 to $1100
39 : MOVIE POSTER. New Free Ride 40 : TRACKS POSTER. Oct 1973
Remake of the 1977 original Free Ride and also features
some great footage of the hot young Aussies plus South
African Shaun Tomson all “bustin’ down the door” in
Hawaii! A pivotal film by Bill Delaney with brilliant water
footage by Dan Merkel, and this poster has been signed by
them as well as Rabbit, MP, PT and Shaun! Not just the original poster but also this lot includes the
magazine and the cover photograph by Dick Hoole! But
wait, there’s more! Yes also signatures from Wayne Lynch
who’s surfing in the cover shot, and Albert Falzon who was
Tracks publisher at the time. To be sold as one lot. Estimate range $350 to $550
Estimate range $350 to $450
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
Von Weirdos Pty Ltd
Von Weirdos - The Surf Traders’ Emporium is the auctioneer of the
2008 Hyundai MalfunctionSurf Auction.
Buyer Registration
All buyers must be registered. Only registered buyers may purchase
an item. Buyers will be issued a bidding number upon payment of
a $15 registration fee. CASH ONLY.
Form of Payment
All payments must be made by cash or credit cards. We accept
MasterCard and Visa. All items must be paid in full on the day of
the sale. No purchases may be removed until paid in full.
Estimates
The price estimates given have been drawn from previous auctions,
collector sales, and current going rates at the time of publication.
However, it should be noted that these are purely estimates of
the range of prices that items could bring. This shall give bidders
an idea of what the bidding range is expected to be. There is no
guarantee that prices will fall within this range. In some cases,
individual items may vary in price due to the exceptional quality or
rarity of the item.
Reserves
Many items will have no reserve. For those that do, it is usually
the case that without a reserve, the item would not be offered.
Reserve prices will normally be reflected in the low estimated
value.
Preview of Items
All auction items will be available for preview in the Domain Resort
Conference Centre, Casuarina Resort on 25 April from 2-5pm. This
preview is open to the public.
Sales
All sales are final upon announcement by auctioneer as “sold”
to the highest bid. The highest bidder shall be the purchaser.
No purchaser shall retract his bid. All sales are final. However,
a registered buyer’s bid is not a sale when it is less than the
minimum reserve on that item. In this case, the auctioneer will say
“offer” at the close of the bidding process. The bidder must contact
a Von Weirdos representative to find out if offer is accepted.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser to insure his purchases
immediately.
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Terms of Sale
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the auction and all costs, responsibility and risk of such removal
shall be borne by purchaser. If for any reason the purchaser fails to
remove any lot within the time specified, the lot shall be deemed
abandoned, and the auctioneer at their sole discretion may resell
or remove and store the said lot at the purchaser’s sole risk and
expense. The purchaser shall be liable for any rent incurred or
damages suffered by the auctioneers because of the purchaser’s
failure to remove any lot.
2. There shall be no guarantees or warranties, expressed or
implied. Each and every lot will be sold ”as is, where is”. The
bidder agrees that he has satisfied himself and is not relying on the
auctioneers, nor are the auctioneers liable.
3. Any dispute arising as to any bidding shall be settled by
the auctioneers at their sole discretion and the auctioneer
may, immediately, put the lot in dispute up again for sale. The
auctioneers reserve the right to refuse any bid which they consider
to be an insignificant advance over the preceding bid.
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privilege of bidding at this auction sale and to revoke such privilege
at any time.
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available for inspection.
6. Auctioneers may, at any time, at their sole discretion and
without notice or liability to the bidder withdraw or cancel the sale
of any lot.
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noxious, corrosive and pressurized substances are present,
heavy equipment is being operated and electrical circuits may
be live. Every person at the auction site before, during and after
the auction sale shall be deemed to be there at his own risk
with notice of the condition of the premises the activities on the
premises and the conduct of third parties and the bidder shall so
advise his agents and employees. No person shall have any claim,
demands, or causes of action, whether al law or in equity, against
the Auctioneers, their agents, employees, or principals for any
injuries sustained nor for damages or loss of property which may
occur from any cause whatsoever.
8. These Terms of Sale may not be amended except by agreement
in writing signed by the auctioneers and the respective purchaser.
Packing and Shipping
Purchaser shall be responsible for all packing and shipping costs
incurred.
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