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Jag-lovers Norman Dewis' Birthday Greeting Summary
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Norman Dewis on his 80th Birthday!

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Norman Dewis, Jaguar driver extraordinaire, celebrated his 80th birthday on August 3rd 2000.

Below is a list of all greetings sent so far by Jag-lovers worldwide - these were printed and presented to Norman on his Birthday by Terry Larson.

 

Here are all 496 of the greetings, most recent first

Posted by Paul Patek [patek at hawaii.edu] in USA on Thursday, 10th August 2000 from 128.171.230.50
To one of the people that have made Jaguar the passion for so many. Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Ronald Young [youngllron at aol.com] in USA on Thursday, 10th August 2000 from 205.188.200.53
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I just bought a jag (E-type) two months ago and I love it. I know why You have stayed with jags so long. I hope I can send you a birthday memo 20 years from now Happy Birthday Ron Young
Posted by stephen mitchell [ddandw at hotmail.com] in uk on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 212.49.244.213
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! from one new jag nut to an older one. all the best
Posted by Paul Kluka [paul.kluka at lineone.net] in England on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 212.140.43.40
Congratulations on your 80th Birthday. Many happy returns!
Posted by ole oestergaard [ooe at sa.aarhus.dk] in Denmark on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 194.239.178.201
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by DAVID PACE [davidpace at maltanet.net] in MALTA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 195.158.98.139
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Judi O\'Bryan [judio at ipa.net] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 207.50.161.103
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! And many, many more. Kinda like the life of a Jag!
Posted by Trevor Maycock [trevor at tmaycock.freeserve.co.uk] in UK on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 195.92.198.79
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Without your great dedication and vast experience, I am sure that Jaguar would not be what it is today. You made the marque then and continue to uphold all that is good with the marque today. Congratulations on your 80th. I hope that you have many more.
Posted by Franck Guilloteau [franck_guilloteau at hcc1.com] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 208.249.47.93
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by David Hodges [dav.lyn at virgin.net] in UK on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 62.252.0.5
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Happy Birthday Norman I am new to Jaguars and until now I did not know you, all the same Happy Birthday mate and good luck to ya
Posted by Dennis Hanna [dennis_h at ix.netcom.com] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 64.63.6.85
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Doug Collins [dougcollins at mediaone.net] in United States on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 24.130.1.29
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I caught the Jaguar fever in the early 60's with the E-type and have been driving them ever since. My daily driver is an '87 XJ6 and I am restoring my 73 e-type. Thanks for all of you help in making these automobiles so special. Doug Collins
Posted by george desantis [gorgula at look.ca] in canada on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 24.141.17.171
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! keep shifting norm
Posted by Tex Terry, II [actiims at csonline.net] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 206.101.123.215
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! First heard of you in '57 while living in Venezuela, So. Amer. Mother (from South Wales) made a point of getting me interested in Jaguar at that time of your running. Great things have come from your involement with Jaguar and certainly appreciated world over! I now own a 1986 XJS V12 as a result of this. Thanks!!! Tex.
Posted by Bill Smith Jr. [sas1 at surfsouth.com] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 216.128.140.171
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! With much admiration and envy, I wish I could have just a small fraction of your knowledge and experiences with Jaguar. Thanks for helping create some of the most beautiful cars on the planet. (They even look good on a trailer... or in pieces...)
Posted by Richard and Lyn Gress [richard at skarn.med.utah.edu] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 155.100.100.190
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! From all of us whom your life's work has touched in such positive ways, our best greetings. From now on every time I work on those disc brakes on the S Type I shall remember your contributions! Richard
Posted by Jeff Broughton [qwikv6 at hotmail.com] in US on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 207.144.120.3
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for all of your contributions to the Jaguar world over the year!
Posted by Gerald H. Roehner [ghrainer at aol.com] in Ohio, USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 152.163.206.201
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! From a long time (from my perspective) Jaguar lover. Thanks for all you have done. Best Wishes, Gerry Roehner 2259 Panhandle Road Delaware, Ohio 43015 (1957 XK140MC OTS #S812644) (1974 XJ12L)
Posted by Richard Fleming [daimlerman at free.net.nz] in New Zealand on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 210.55.227.8
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! My XJ Coupe is my pride and joy, thank you for your part in creating such wonderful cars.
Posted by O. H. Olsen [odd.olsen at maritech.no] in Norway on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 193.216.80.66
Thanks for your contribution to making excellent cars! Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Ersoy Karabadjak [ekarabad at bigpond.com.au] in Australia on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 139.134.27.67
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Lew Haines [lewhaines at aol.com] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 152.163.207.76
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for your work of love to get us these great cars!!!
Posted by Jari Rinne [jari.rinne at finnkino.fi] in Finland on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 194.197.68.45
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Have a wonderful day, and thanks a lot of a beautiful cars.
Posted by Frank Gauer [fgauer at pacbell.net] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 206.170.238.154
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for the wonderful automobiles you've given us! Frank Gauer
Posted by Peter Murray [pjmurray at bechtel.com] in England on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 212.133.25.179
To a Great survivior of the Best. Happy 80th Birthday Norman, have a great day!
Posted by bob seconder [bocher at webtv.net] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 209.240.200.42
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! happy birthday,god bless.
Posted by Bradley Mclean [jagman_74 at hotmail.com.au] in NSW - Australia on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 203.63.252.251
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! May your 80th birthday bring you as much pleasure as the two vehicles I have bring me and always remember - Old Jagmen don't stop they just get restored!
Posted by Philip Baier [jag5 at vbe.com] in usa on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 64.77.131.119
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for helping make Jaguar the Marque it is, and many more great years to you. I wish I could meet you and hear the stories of glory from one who lived them. Maybe you can come to the EAA next year and do that at the Jaguar Factory Display! HBTY , Phil
Posted by John Whitford [whitford at insync.net] in Texas on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 209.113.31.202
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for all the wonderful cars! John Whitford
Posted by Gerry Peterson [smoothy58 at aol.com] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 152.163.197.201
Norman- On the 80th celebration of your birth, let me be among the hundreds of Jaguar lovers worldwide to wish you "Congratulations!!". The development work your acomplished at Jaguar Cars was instrumental in that marques' success and forever changed the automotive world as we know it. I am the proud owner of 63 E-Type FHC s/n 888764 and believe it is even more lovely today than when it was manufactured 37 years ago!! Happy Birthday again! And may you have many more!! Gerry Peterson
Posted by R.Tinkler [rtink at saber.net] in U.S.A. on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 205.139.65.85
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Way to go, hope you have many more! R. Tinkler
Posted by Dennis Barr [barrmark262 at aol.com] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 64.12.104.182
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for being a part of my happiness. I love my Mark 2, and hopefully in a few months I may be driving it after a complete ground up restoration. We all appreciate you very much.
Posted by Errol Chin [erchin45 at altavista.com] in Canada on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 154.5.113.118
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Oliver Marks [omarks at rpminteractive.com] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 209.246.19.51
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I grew up in Coventry - my school friend Peter Weston now test drives on the MIRA test track as you did for Jag! Thanks for getting the lumps out so I don't have to experience them!
Posted by Phil Morgan [pmorgan15 at home.com] in Canada on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 24.112.158.238
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Bob Buchenan [rbuchenan at aol.com] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 152.163.207.209
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks to your many years with Jaguar, I (and many other Jag-Lovers) have a car that has no equal. I wouldn't trade my 84 XJ6 for anything. It is a joy to drive and just plain sexy to look at, even after 16 years and 150,000 miles. Sure says a lot for the vision and competency of the people involved with Jaguar. Best wishes, you deserve them. Bob
Posted by Bob Cathey [1jagman at bellsouth.net] in South Carolina, USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 209.215.18.25
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! What a great way to celebrate!! Jag lovers all over the world wishing you a Happy Birthday. Add me to the list. An xk140mc restored and a Mark IX in the works here. Thanks for all you mean to Jaguar enthusiasts and lovers all over the world.
Posted by Lee Walden [k6lw at arrl.net] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 209.239.201.95
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I am in the process of restoring a 1966 Mark X. My brother still has the 1966 Mark X my grandfather bought new from the factory. He drove that model around the world. England to South Africa to Turkey to India. There he put it on a boat and shipped it to San Francisco and then he drove it to Miami Fl. I only hope I can do justice to this fine car in my restoration work. I hope you have a grand and glorius birthday Norman. Lee
Posted by James W. Downhour [jimnopal at netusa1.net] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 216.117.65.31
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Wish you many more birthdays. I have a 63 XKE coupe and can appreciate how you must have felt driving in those races.
Posted by Dennis Beisswanger [beiss at ix.netcom.com] in US on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 165.121.84.140
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I have owned my 82 XJ6 for 5 pleasurable years. No other car I have owned has come close to giving me the enjoyment I get from my Jag. It still brings smile to my face whenever I'm driving or just admiring it. Thanks for your many years of hard work.
Posted by Mark Moore [birdwire at texas.net] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 209.99.40.95
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Jim Ellis [jellis at metz.une.edu.au] in AUSTRALIA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 129.180.4.204
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I wish you many more miles of Jaguar driving plus all the other good things in life that are important to you. best regards, Jim Ellis. Armidale, NSW.
Posted by Darius J Padko [dpadko at howmet.com] in USA on Wednesday, 9th August 2000 from 152.163.201.214
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I purchased my first Jag in Nov98, it's been simply a joy to drive. I hope all the good that you have done comes back to you many times over. Nazdorovlyah, Darius J Padko Succasunna, NJ USA 1986 SeriesIII euro4.2 Sovereign
Posted by Mike Condon [mikec445 at msn.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 63.36.153.105
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I'm a recent Jaguar driver (55 years old)and wish you the best and many more years behind leaper.
Posted by Troy Amason [thelink at cmxway.net] in United States on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 209.186.42.22
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! And thanks for the hard work and wounderful cars!!!!
Posted by gerard vincent [gerard.vincent3consultants at wanadoo.fr] in France on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 193.250.49.82
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for contributing to help us dreaming, driving or not our Jag! Cheers, Gérard.
Posted by Ted Zenuk [zaidaz at flash.net] in USA Tucson, Az on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 216.215.112.87
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I bought my first XK140 in 1959. I owned it for 7 months & it put me in debt for 3 years. But I was hooked. I bought my second XK140MC FHC in 1966 & still have it. It's the only car I have ever "loved." Thanks for all you've done for Jaguars. I wish you many more years to enjoy.
Posted by T.R. Dearden [trdearden at aol.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 38.203.162.137
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for all you have contributed to making the Jaguar cars I have come to love what they are. Best of luck, many happy returns, and keep on drivin'!
Posted by Ben Pittarelli [bpittarelli at yahoo.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 63.82.34.194
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Your efforts and dedication are inspiring! The results of your work are evident every time my 3 year old's face lights up when he sees that we are going for a ride in the Jaguar (pretty much like his fathers'). Best wishes on your 80th! Ben and Matthew Pittarelli
Posted by Warren C. Warburton, Esquire [warren1 at ao.net] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 205.244.242.106
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! My XJ-S and I wish you the best on your 80th. Thanks for the cat
Posted by Tom Simon [tcsimon at mciworld.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 216.192.217.58
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! From a new XJ-S owner. Thank you for making the XJ-S the car that it is.
Posted by Andy Jordan [andy_jordan at mail.com] in Canada on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 199.85.124.150
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks so much for all your efforts - without you my work day wouldn't be able to end with such a wonderful car - 88 XJ-S. Here's to many more birthdays - I figure you have to be at least an ND120 :-)
Posted by George Shabatura [jag52 at uswest.net] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 216.160.23.115
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Hi Norman congratulations on your 80th, hope you have a wonderful year & many more. It's nice to hear about people like you that helped made driving a Jaguar such a pleasant experience. I will think of you every time I drive my 1972 OTS and once in a while when I drive my 1952 XK120 OTS, OK, whenever I drive either one of them I will think of you Regards & Best Wishes George Shabatura
Posted by Bruce Cunningham [bcunning at together.net] in Vermont, United States of America on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 209.91.3.53
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for everything you have done and are still doing to make owning a Jaguar such a beautiful experience. Ours is a 120 OTS (673099) which we drive about 6,000 miles a year (just about every day that there isn't salt on the roads). We know that it is the passion that you and other Jaguar people put into these machines that makes our passion possible so we practically celebrate you birth every time we turn the key or enjoy working on this fine machine. Bruce and Donna Cunningham
Posted by Larry Lee [leelarr at mail.auburn.edu] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 24.12.219.28
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! All of us who enjoy classic Jaguars--mine is an SII XJ6--are in your debt. Your unique talents contributed much to the making of a unique marque. As you enjoy you birthday--including, I presume, a drive in your favorite Jag--I would like to join Jaguar lovers the world over in wishing you all the best! Larry Lee Auburn, AL, USA
Posted by Michael J. Flook [mflook at seic.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 12.20.48.100
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks so much for the work you put forth to make these cars the best driving machines in the world!
Posted by Jerry Lippmann [jerry.lippmann at asu.edu] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 32.100.146.105
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! And thanks for your many contributions which have resulted in many sublime and long-lasting smiles from Jaguar drivers everywhere!
Posted by Jerry Meissner [jerry.meissner at att.net] in United States of America on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 12.4.254.30
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! We all appreciate what you have contributed to the Jaguare experience as we know it. God Bless, Jerry Meissner
Posted by J. Rick Smith [g.s.i.investigations at home.com] in United states on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 24.4.254.3
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for the many years of devotion!
Posted by Peter B. Morris [pblstnm at aol.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 152.163.213.71
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! We all owe you a great deal, and we truly appreciate all you have done for our beloved marque! Best wishes for good health and great happiness! Sincerely, Peter B. Morris USA
Posted by John Walker [jw202035 at msxssc.shell.com] in United States on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 134.163.248.87
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! May you have many more. Thank you for helping make the E-type what it is.
Posted by Scott Phillips [scottphillips2 at yahoo.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 209.220.84.202
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! As a forever Jaguar lover ---- especially a high school romance with an E-Type --- and then a loving owner of a used '88 (yup!) XJ40 -- I wanted to say HAPPY BIRTHDAY and thank you for your years of work on the VERY BEST MARQUE in the WORLD!!!! Scott Phillips
Posted by Trey McCay [tmccay at automatikdesign.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 64.34.209.185
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! It is an honor to have the opportunity to send a birthday wish to someone so formidibly associated with the Jaguar marque, if not the autombile industry itself. Enjoy your day. I'm sure we'll be chiming in again on your 90th! Trey McCay 85 VDP--Ethyl
Posted by Thomas Christiansen [tchristian at sbw.schuler-ag.com] in Sweden on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 195.2.173.29
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Steve Scibilia [scibilia at optushome.com.au] in Australia on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 203.164.3.165
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Happy Birthday Norman
Posted by Kerry L. Vickers [vickersk_ at excite.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 199.211.220.33
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for your contribution in developing a vehicle every young man aspires to own and is never satisfied until he is able to drive down the road with a kid-like grin from owning his first Jaguar. Best wishes!
Posted by Bert Buchmann [bbuchmann at dplanet.ch] in Switzerland on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 212.28.137.130
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! All the best for the future...thank you for everything you have done for the great JAGUAR movement.
Posted by Sylvia Koberger [sylvia.koberger at smart.com] in Germany on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 53.122.34.115
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! The Jaguar E Type is the best car ever built! I fell in love with a Series 1 4.2 litre E-Type which I own for a year. Testdriving with this car must be a dream. Not so much politics like today... I wish you a lot of nice trips with a roaring cat. Sylvia Koberger
Posted by Frank Gerber [frank.gerber at swissonline.ch] in Switzerland on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 195.24.91.101
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for all your work which helped in establishing Jaguar as a marque with such a strong bias to racing and sports cars. With due respect and most friendly greetings, Frank Gerber 1988 XJ-S V12 Le Mans XJ-S Lovers List Jaguar Racing Club Gold Member
Posted by Dag Bakka [dag at access-data.no] in Norway on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 195.204.185.8
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by paul piskor [ppiskor at aol.com] in usa on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 205.188.198.39
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! thanx for all you've done! happy b-day and i wish you many more!
Posted by Mark D Young [saphoto at iafrica.com] in South Africa on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 196.2.45.69
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Among many other greetings, this may seem like just one more. For me though, the immense pleasure and on-going joy derived from owning and using a machine which benefitted from your considered input over many years, is infinite and beyond the norm. I appreciate, on a personal level, the efforts from which I and many others have reaped rewards. We cannot repay the debt save for organising this raft of messages. I hope you have a great day and a blessed existence into the future. Thank you.
Posted by Chris [thisthis at hotmail.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 24.21.186.33
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanx for everything you have done for Jaguar. Best wishes, Chris Margiotti, New Orleansm LA
Posted by Per Arne Braaten [braaten at c2i.net] in Norway on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 195.0.135.10
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Best wishhes from Norway, and thanks for the E-Type, I have just finished a total restoration of my Series 2 Roadster, it shines and works perfect. Regards Per Arne Braaten
Posted by Raymond E. Sharp [resharp at home.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 24.4.252.69
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thankyou for helping to develop the E-Type and giving so much pleasure to those of us who appreciate speed with beauty. I fell in love with the E-type in 1961 as a poor kid in England. Now I have two ( an early flat floor, welded louver coupe and a 1971 roadster). Thankyou so very much! All the very best Ray Sharp.
Posted by Charles E. Gilmore Sr [cgilmore at satx.rrcom] in United States on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 24.26.233.57
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I am new to the Jaguars, but I've loved them nearly all my life. After buying a real lemon (1985 XJ6) in 1993, I am now hooked. I maintain everything on it myself, to include rebuilding the engine and transmission. I am very proud of my Jag because everywhere I go, I get complments on it and it just feels great. While I may not know you personally, I'm sure that owning a Jag is knowing something about you and your contributions to a fine car. Thanks for everything. I hope you enjoy your birthday and that you will have many more to celebrate. Sincerely, Charles from Converse, Texas (San Antonio)
Posted by David Shield [dshield at pacbell.net] in US on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 207.215.85.237
Norman, Wishing you a very happy birthday. A lifetime full of accomplishemnets, for which we are grateful. Many happy returns, Holly and David Shield
Posted by Ken Veary [smokestack20 at yahoo.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 63.214.75.94
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Been an E-type admirer since the first time I had seen one, and have been lucky enough to have owned two. Thanks for your contribution to the sucess of the marque. Your welcomed to show me how to drive the E-Type the way it was meant to be driven if your ever in town :-) Thanks! Happy 80th Ken
Posted by Rich Neary [richneary at aol.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 152.163.213.46
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Have fun, Rich
Posted by Tom Carson [carson at alaska.net] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 209.112.136.65
Norman, Please accept my heartfelt wish for a grand 80th birthday. You are one of a select group of gifted individuals who established Jaguar as a respected and sought-after marque. Excellent, inspired work! I own a 1962 Mark 2, and a 1954 XK 120SE OTS. I own these cars because I recognize and love what they are...and because there is nothing else like them in the world
Posted by Stu Romberger [rummy at epix.net] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 209.74.11.72
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Your love of Jaguar shines brightly in my 66 E-type FHC! Happy Birthday and Thank You!!
Posted by Bruce Hornaday [bhornaday at aol.com] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 205.188.198.23
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Your contributions are what have made the Jag what it is today. You should be proud of you life's accomplishments, you have brought joy to so many! Thanks!!!
Posted by Michael Patrick Moore [mmoore8425 at aol.com] in United States of America on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 152.163.213.62
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I feel honored to be able to send you this greeting. I own two Jaguars, and love them. I wish you many happy returns!
Posted by David Hansen [coates.best at bmts.com] in Canada on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 216.183.140.3
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! All best wishes on your Birthday Norman. As a fellow "Jag-Lover" I can't begin to convey my appreciation for your contribution to unarguably the finest marque in the automotive world. My sincere thanks.
Posted by Michael & Janice Goodwin [koolkataz at uswest.net] in Phoenix, AZ USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 130.13.67.2
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for attending our Concours in 1998, that was the show where Terry showed off the SS-90 that he had rebuilt, it was a real pleasure for me to chat with you and learn some Jaguar Company history from someone who was there when it all was happening. I was glad to get your autograph in one of my Jag books. I enjoy driving my ' 68 OTS "E" and it is a pleasure to rip around the mountains of AZ in the best body design of all time. The sound of the XK engine is a real joy to hear as One is pushed back into those great seats and play with the gears, Happy Birthday and thank you for your work. Please come back to Phoenix and speak again at one of our club meetings. Michael & Janice Goodwin
Posted by Phil Evans [pre at hotkey.net.au] in Australia on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 203.134.9.12
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Another marvellous milestone in a great man's life. I hope you enjoy your 80th very much and I hope you continue "carrying the Jaguar flag" for many years to come. My best regards, Phil.
Posted by George Hutchins [george5852 at aol.com] in U.S.A. on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 205.188.197.37
Keep on driving!!! Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Jim Coombe [jcoombe at ipa.net] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 208.142.2.42
As long time Jaguar lovers, my wife Barbara & I would like to wish you the happiest of birthdays. We have owned 2 E-Types for over 25 years, and more recently an XJ-6. As the years go by, we come to a greater and greater appreciation of the outstanding work by you and the others back at Browns Lane some 40 years ago. One only has to drive an E-Type to recognize how far ahead you truly were. Happy 80th and many more!!
Posted by James & Susanne Warren [warrensj at together.net] in USA on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 209.91.40.154
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! There has been no other marque with the mystique of Jaguar...and this due to the competitive edge always lurking behind the elegance. Your contribution to establishing and maintaining that edge deserves the thanks of the industry and certainly of those of us who have tasted the water and cannot leave. Our heartiest congratulations on the 80th anniversary of your birth.
Posted by Wayne Hendy [wrhendy at hdc.com.au] in Australia on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 165.228.130.11
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! A job well done ,By your biograghy your the cause of all of our adictions to Jags(it was the ride that sucked me in) Wayne
Posted by Evan Thompson [ethompson at nexus.edu.au] in Australia on Tuesday, 8th August 2000 from 203.108.165.44
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! All the best for the next twenty - plus years.
Posted by Nancy and Scott Gilbert [kc7mzj at aol.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 12.13.226.13
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! The Spirit of the Marque is in no small part due to the efforts you put out - A hearty thanks from all of us who have so benefitted from your expertice. Many more Happy ones!
Posted by Philip Jones [phil at smartcomm.freeserve.co.uk] in UK on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 195.92.194.19
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! How do you tell how happy a C Type driver is - Count the flies in his teeth! All the best to one of the pioneers of our great hobby.
Posted by Doug Ingram [dougi at home.com] in Canada on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 24.69.48.14
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for all you did for my favourite British marque!
Posted by David Johnson [davesjag at netzero.net] in United States on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 12.78.199.102
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! It's a pleasure to wish you a happy birthday! Here's my wish for many more! Dave
Posted by Mark Treworgy [trew at n-jcenter.com] in usa on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 209.26.119.60
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I and my cars thank you. Have another wonderful 80 years.
Posted by Dylan Smith [copper925 at aol.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 205.188.198.23
Norman, Happy Birthday! While my Jag is sometimes a bit of a pill due to my lack of mechanical skill, when it ticks over it's really a thrill. Much of the credit for that thrill is owed to you, sir. Many happy returns.
Posted by Dick McCutcheon [rmccutch at bellsouth.net] in US of A on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 216.76.180.9
Happy 80th Birthday Norman,and may you have many more! Being a retired development flight test engineer I can appreciate the experiences you must have gone through over the years in being a key member of a development team for Jaguar. The ups and downs of develpoment with the associated extreme lows and the satisfaction of final success make for an interesting and rewarding life. I am sure that yours has been very rewarding and will continue to be so for a long time. Regards Dick McCutcheon
Posted by Frank Basten [fbasten at recorder.ca] in Canada on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 206.47.98.151
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! We all appreciate your impact and the contribution you made in the development of the various Jaguar vehicles you worked on . All of our cars are probably recipients to some degree of your influence. Best Regards, Frank Basten (91xj40&86xj12vdp)
Posted by Michael Allen [mgallen at neeo.net] in United States on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 24.147.154.162
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Your legacy will be with us long after we're both gone. Thanks
Posted by Graeme Adamson [claymore at iname.com] in South Africa on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 196.34.250.7
Thanks for what you've done for Jaguar! Have a great birthday!
Posted by Paul Bjarnason [bearson at erols.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 38.201.1.2
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Congratulations and thanks a million -- you outdid Hugh Hefner by creating cars that a man can lust after and enjoy long after he can't do anything with Playmates any more. All the best to you. Paul
Posted by Marvin Match [match at ee.utah.edu] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 128.110.18.70
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Congratulations. I'm honored to be able to write to a living legend! My first car was a '62 E-type. The most wonderful automobile I've ever owned. Now I own a mostly-restored '74 XJ6. It's wonderful as well, but in a different way. Marvin Match
Posted by Ewout Belderok [belderok at hetnet.nl] in The Netherlands on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 194.134.211.237
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for your hard work for Jaguar making them the best cars.
Posted by Glenn Beck [jaguarxjscv12 at aol.com] in California, USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 205.188.197.59
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for your work! I now proudly own a Jaguar after many years of lusting. It was worth the wait!
Posted by Ray Farmer [rfarm at msn.com] in UK on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 212.139.37.251
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by David North [dnorth1 at optonline.net] in US on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 209.2.156.250
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for your work with Jaguar. I know that my '87 XJ6 is just that much better and fun to drive due to your enthusiasm and skill. David North 1987 XJ6 sIII
Posted by Jim ODell [jimodell at home.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 24.4.254.71
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for all you've done to make our cars what they are!!! Jim '86 XJ-S
Posted by Matt Dillon [jagginroun at aol.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 206.213.209.31
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Henk Smit [h.smit2 at chello.nl] in The Netherlands on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 62.108.1.72
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! And many many Years !!!
Posted by Lyndon Martin [lyndon.martin at ubc.ca] in Canada on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 24.115.133.16
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for helping to create such great cars! Here's to many more years of driving
Posted by John Testrake [jtestrake at aol.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 205.188.199.196
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! It is an honor to be able to wish you a happy birthday. I have always loved Jaguars and am truly indebted to those such as yourself who devoted their lives to producing a truly remarkable automotive legend. Thank you for all your hard work and tireless devotion.
Posted by Art Blackwell [aeb1 at americanisp.net] in US of A on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 208.244.175.94
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! At least your driving wasn't " Go Fast, Turn Left " like my Dads! He now owns successful World of Outlaw Sprint cars instead of driving them ( 5 wins out of the last 6... a bounty has been placed for the first driver beating that car ).... ...... Thank you for your contributions to the marque and to racing in general...
Posted by Pete Forte [pete4t at yahoo.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 12.38.103.22
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I recently bought a '92 XJS convertible, I swear it has taken 25 years off my age! Give it a try, or maybe that's what's keeping you young now......
Posted by Allan Pebworth [allanp32 at hotmail.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 208.244.245.2
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! As a enthusatic owner of two XKE's (Series 1 OTS and Series 3 Coupe) as well as being an mechanical engineer and sometimes SCCA racer, I appreacate all the hard work and effort you put into making the Jaguar all that it was (and a great car it was). May you have a happy birthday and many, many more. Allan
Posted by Michael Metlich [m.var at aon.at] in Austria on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 62.47.23.44
Happy 80th Birthday Norman and many thanks to your contributions to Jaguar !
Posted by Simon David [cosmo at informix.com] in England on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 192.147.111.2
Best wishes on your 80th birthday Norman and thank you for providing the world with truly wonderful motor cars. Cosmo
Posted by Hal Bryan [hal at actioncity.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 131.107.3.76
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Many thanks to your contributions to Jaguar history! All best regards - Hal Bryan
Posted by John and Sue Richardson [jtrichardson at alturaenergy.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 63.71.99.114
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Sue and I really love our Jags and would like to say "Thanks" for all the effort you put into helping make the Marque what it is today. Now...about the A\C and electrical systems :-)) John and Sue in West Texas
Posted by Chuck Renner [crenner at dynalivery.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 209.184.153.83
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for all your work towards making our favorite marque so exceptional.
Posted by Ted Trim [ted.trim at icl.com] in England on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 194.176.223.193
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for all the work you put in to make Jaguars such a pleasure to drive.
Posted by dave ginieres [duesenberg at juno.com] in usa on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 63.214.76.252
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! and thank you for being involved in the efforts that led to all of our frustration, consternation and general malaise these many years later, namely our very quirky but loveable goddamned jaguars.....thanks a lot pal ! happy birthday and many more of 'em !! and thanks again.....i enjoy my jaguar, i really do ! dave g.
Posted by Ken Nicks [tr302 at aol.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 152.163.201.73
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Each time I take a friend for a ride in my '51 MKVII for thr first time, besides the obvious comments about the styling of the car and the beauty of the interior it is never fails that they have some comment about the ride or the handling or the lack of body roll etc. I think that this an on going testimony to you and the entire Jaguar orginization for all the long hours of development work!! I wish you the best of birthdays and maybe in you next go-round work on the windshield wipers a little harder!! Warmest Regards! Ken Nicks
Posted by John Kieffer [kieffer at softek.net] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 216.248.14.212
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for helping develop such a great automobile. John
Posted by Steve B. Hiland M. D. [pendoc at apex.net] in United States on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 205.204.186.1
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for these fabulous cars, and very best regards. Doc
Posted by Rich Murrell [torchlake at webtv.net] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 209.240.200.72
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Wishing you all the best from here in Northwest Lower Michigan! And our 74XJ12L sends it's thanks as well :^) Have a wonderful Birthday!
Posted by Randy Anderson [radata3 at aol.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 205.188.198.166
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by George Brown [george.brown at uk.mckhboc.com] in England on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 204.152.29.253
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! My daily driver is a 1985 XJ6 Sovereign, now having covered 175,000miles - and she still turns heads. All the best!
Posted by Ralph Cooke [rcooke at yadtel.net] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 206.74.50.62
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! We're still enjoying the fruits of your labor. Hope you have many more birthdays to come! You're just now coming "on cam." RMC
Posted by Allan Charlton [allancharlton at ozemail.com.au] in Australia on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 203.108.0.58
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I fell in love with Jaguar when I learnt to drive in my father's Mk IV. He never owned another Jaguar, but I have owned a few and I still own an early XJ-S. I am grateful for the efforts you made to make my cars such a pleasure to drive -- elegant, graceful, sure-footed, and a huge amount of fun. Thank you, Norman. Have a wonderful birthday! Allan
Posted by Dave Morrin [dave.morrin at xtra.co.nz] in New Zealand on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 203.96.106.224
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! being a test driver for Jaguar Cars would be the pinnacle of one's career in the motoring industry. All the best.
Posted by Andrew Robertson [kinrob at xtra.co.nz] in New Zealand on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 203.96.105.58
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I race a 7.5 litre XJ S1 saloon, and despite being a bit bloated, it's a good thing and tons of fun - thanks for your fabulous contribution to the sporting heritage of Jag
Posted by Bill Sotiras [bsotiras at arcom.net.au] in Australia on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 203.26.206.10
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Eric Mitchell [eric at brightgreen.net] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 158.252.241.82
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! As a owner of an Series 3 XJ6, 1987 US spec, I can't begin to thank you for the effort you've put into Jaguar reaching the levels of excellent quality and engineering that it has. An electrical engineer by profession, I am constantly impressed with the terrific engineering that went into these automobiles. I'm hooked for life, I'm afraid. Many happy returns on the birthday, Norman, and best regards from the "colonies". Eric Mitchell
Posted by David Lister [dlfix34 at aol.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 152.163.207.193
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Wm. R. Simpson [wsimpson at coin.org] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 204.184.41.28
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Ihope that I'm driving my jag at 80. Keep on jagging. Simpson
Posted by Russell A. Melancon [jaguar at cajun.net] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 206.65.74.201
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Darrin Hodges [darrin.hodges at qmi.com.au] in Australia on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 203.35.192.132
Congratulations!! Happy 80th Birthday Norman! regards
Posted by Steve Corbally [steve.corbally at defence.gov.au] in Australia on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 203.5.217.4
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! May you continue to enjoy your life to the full. By the way, it's at least six months, probably closer to a year ago since you last visited Australia, and the Bay to Birdwood and the Classic Adelaide are again coming up.....what's keeping you lad.....time for another jaunt Down Under.....we'd be very pleased to see you again. Regards Steve Corbally
Posted by Les Halls [l_halls at yahoo.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 198.211.232.224
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Very few can claim that their life's work made such a difference to not only a company or marque, but to an entire industry. We are still reaping the benefits of your work to this very day, sir. I wish you much health and happiness in the years ahead.
Posted by Don & Joyce Cole [jagdj2 at aol.com] in California, USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 205.188.193.172
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Susan Salsburg [old_cat at prodigy.net] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 63.252.139.132
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! You're my inspiration ! If you can still be so damn fast, then I'm not too old to race my 56 MGA & 61 Jag MKII. Enjoy the day & keep the greasy side down !
Posted by Raymond OBrien [obriens1 at medaone.net] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 24.147.101.168
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! You are certainly one of the "Jaguar Greats" Many Happy Returns of the day. Regards, R. O'Brien
Posted by Paul [paulbentz at home.com] in USA on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 24.11.201.36
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for making our Jaguars handle and stop like a Jaguar should. You never know when it may come in handy, and thanks to your work, these cars have become much safer and aggressive!
Posted by Jannis [jannis.p at chello.se] in Sweden on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 213.200.168.78
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! All the best to you :-)) Jannis Politidis 1985 SIII
Posted by Terry & Darlene Larson [tlljaguar at cs.com] in Arizona, U.S.A. on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 205.188.199.145
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! We would like to wish you, all the best for your 80th birthday. We treasure not only our friendship but also the times we have spent together. We are inspired by your youthful attitude and presence. Your loyalty to the marque is superb. Jaguar cars would never have become what it is today without your dedication & hard work. You have earned & deserve the respect from enthusiasts all over the world. Here's wishing you continued health & happiness for many more years of "carrying the flag" for Jaguar. Your good friends, Terry & Darlene Larson
Posted by Ken Davis [kenjdavis at home.com] in United States / New Zealand on Monday, 7th August 2000 from 24.4.254.99
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! All your years of work, dedication and love of the Marque is truly appreciated by "us ol' Jag owners". First Jag I ever remember seeing was a 120 (?) on a farmers field in new Zealand, many years ago. I now have an XJ6 (S3) and I'm looking at a restored 67 E-type. Happy Birthday SIR!!! Enjoy the run at Monterey!
Posted by John Danhires [john at nt-sux.com] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 24.29.4.115
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by bob lonewolf [j5538rstu at aol.com] in u s a on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 152.163.197.76
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Ben de Snoo [ben at desnoo.nl] in Netherlands on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 212.238.77.114
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I hope to get the 80e good luck
Posted by Jan Aarnoudse [j.g.aarnoudse at med.rug.nl] in The Netherlands on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 129.125.36.152
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Loudon Seth [sethl at earthlink.net] in Ohio, USA - ex N. Ireland on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 38.27.177.158
Dear Norman, Congratulations and a very happy 80th birthday! You are in part responsible for my love affair with Jaguars. I well remember your sensational high speed run at Jabbeke in the XK120 in 1953. I confess it was that young whipper-snapper, Stirling Moss's win at Dundrod in 1950 that is my first great Jaguar memory. (I grew up not far from him and am just a few years younger.) I was an avid supporter of Jaguar in the C-type and D-type days and was lucky enough to be at Le Mans for some of the epic races in the 50's, including one where, if I remember rightly, you yourself were one of the drivers.Jaguar's success owes so much to you. Thanks for the memories and for all your great work making the marque what it became.May you have many more happy years - and one day I hope I might get to shake your hand.Sincerely,Loudon Seth - Jaguar driver and proud
Posted by Keith Morris [keithm at olypen.com] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 208.229.228.228
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I have had deep feelings for Jaguar's long before I really understood what they represent to the automotive world. I thank you for you efforts to bring Jaguar to the top of the racing world. Keith Morris Seattle
Posted by Colleen [fstcoke at aol.com] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 152.163.206.189
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Congratulations on your many years as a test driver for Jaguar. Talk about a dream job, imagine getting paid for something that you (presumably) totally enjoyed. May you celebrate many more enjoyable birthdays in the future. Best wishes, Colleen
Posted by Steve Wilke [slwilke at tampabay.rr.com] in Florida, USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 24.164.14.68
Best wishes for a very Happy and Healthy 80th Birthday, Norman! Thanks largely due to your efforts, Jaguars are as pleasing to drive as they are in appearance. Cheers to you, Norman! Best of health and happiness this year, and the years to follow. Best regards, Steve Wilke
Posted by Matt Grimes [matt at ctshoppe.com] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 216.81.179.131
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I LOVE my Jaguar! Thanks for all you've done.
Posted by Bob Gallivan [rgallivan at monmouth.com] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 209.191.59.184
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Dear Norman, I just want to take this opportunity to wish you all the best on your 80th birthday and thank you for your commitment and dedication to this superlative breed of cars. If you could see the smile on my face & hear the laughter as I take those sweeping curves at speed in my 1984 XJ-S H.E you would be proud, as well you should. The next time that happens I'll be thinking of you. All the best and thank you. God bless. Bob Gallivan
Posted by Charlie [cnowlin at goodtimes.com] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 206.162.78.55
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Charles van Sorgen [cvs at innotime.com] in The Netherlands on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 194.134.11.187
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Dear Norman, I wish you many great moments in your live with family and XK-Jaguars.
Posted by Jim Carney [carney_fam_ark at msn.com] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 63.27.191.97
Mr. Dewis, Thank you so much for playing such a big part in developing my favorite, the Series I E-Type. I rebuilt mine from scratch, and drive it often & enthusiastically. Happy birthday! Sincerely, Jim Carney
Posted by Carlos Artal [carlos.artal at ncr.com] in UK on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 195.92.67.67
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for all the hours of pleasure.
Posted by Bradley Starcevich [starchb at altavista.com] in United States of America on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 166.90.68.123
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks so much for all that you have done to promote the marque that we all love.
Posted by Andrew Olson [andrewolson at mediaone.net] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 24.163.225.170
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I love my E! Thanks for helping to make it possible! Andrew 66 OTS
Posted by Wade Lovell [success at ceoathome.com] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 24.25.216.10
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for helping with the rear end rebuild on my '77 XJ6L. It was almost as good as having you here. My friend, George Herreros (70) says he will give me a hand when he finishes his latest hotrod, a blown '64 Corvette convertible. If he didn't have a Jag rear end in his '31 Nash restoration hotrod I'd think he didn't like kitties! Yours, Wade
Posted by Les Falconer [lfalconer at juno.com] in USA expat Kiwi on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 38.33.22.154
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I first fell in love with the beauty, engineering and the mystique of the marque about 35 years ago when I was totally intrigued by a Mk1. Being a young bloke, my dad totally ruled out the idea of owning such an incredible performer, but the passion remained and was finally realised some 16 years ago with the acquisition of a Series 2 XJ6. Since then I have had the pleasure of owning a series 3, and an XJS HE and am currently driving an XJ40. So thank you for your invaluable work in helping provide the magic that only belongs to Jaguar. Happy 80th Norm.
Posted by Bob Sawyer [xkejag64 at aol.com] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 205.188.200.191
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank You, and all the men and women of Jaguar for giving such a wonderful Marque. Cheers, Bob Sawyer
Posted by Stephen J. Keppler [asapkep at gateway.net] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 129.61.146.21
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Hope you have a great day and enjoy it as much as we enjoy our 1969 XKE-FHC. Thanks for your many contributions to Jaguar and motoring itself. Without the effort (and often courage) of men like you, the modern day motorist would not enjoy the perfomance and safety of twin cam engines, four wheel disc brakes and four wheel independent suspension. Thanks for a job well done! Steve
Posted by George Leicht [glite at eos.net] in USA on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 205.133.149.140
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Trevor Law [trevor_law at yahoo.com] in England on Sunday, 6th August 2000 from 62.188.151.97
It's great to be able to wish you happy birthday Norman... I spend many happy hours with my Jags - one (an XJR) for work and one (XK150 DHC) for play, and often read about the early post-war days. My home is pretty close to the Jaguar factories in the Midlands so I see many of the new models before they are released... a few years ago you would probably have been driving some of them. I know you attend some of the Jaguar club functions and hope to meet you there sometime. I shall toast your birthday with a wee dram of Laphroaig 15 year old malt... Best wishes - Trevor Law
Posted by LEN WHEELER [lenscats at flash.net] in USA on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 216.215.118.183
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! So!! You are the guy I can blame for my fascination with Jaguars. After restoring a Series 1 1/2 OTS and a Series II 2+2 for my wife, we now also have two XJS's. I have had to retire just to take care of all these cars. Gosh though they are gorgeous and I never take any of them out but I get many complements. Thanks for all your efforts with Jaguar and have a great birthday!!
Posted by John Morgan [suka at intergate.bc.ca] in Canada on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 207.34.182.82
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I grew up in London GB and when I was a kid, I deeply admired the shape and styling of Jaguar cars-still do. I'm lucky enough to own a MK VII, an XK 140 and an XJC They still need lots of attention yet to get them back to original condition and by the time I'm your age, I might have achieved that goal! Congratulations on a meaningful life, well spent and thanks for contributing to the enrichment of the lives of so many people like me who cannot create as you have done but can appreciate the results of your work. I hope you enjoy many more happy years with your hands on the wheel, Happy Birhtday! Regards, John Morgan, Vancouver Canada
Posted by Mr.Shelley Yoelin [shelleyyoelin at peoplepc.com] in U.S.A. on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 4.16.62.242
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I have enjoyed Jaguars since I was 14 in 1963 and my Dad bought a Mark 2. I am now restoring a 69 E-type FHC and drive a 90 XJ6. Many thanks for your contributions to these beautiful machines. Peace and Love, Shelley Yoelin
Posted by Burgess Howell [bfhowell at knology.net] in The Deep South of the US (a state of mind) on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 24.214.40.53
Hello, Norman. Happy 80th birthday and thanks for all your excellent work with Jaguar. We Series III XJ owners appreciate your contribution to the refinement of our automobiles. -- Burgess Howell (1986 XJ6 VdP)
Posted by Frank Heselton [frhj at erols.com] in USA on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 216.164.225.126
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! In 1956, while in high school, I bought a magazine featuring the race cars of the world. The most attractive to me was the Jaguar, and I've been in love with them ever since. My E-Type restoration isn't finished yet, so I haven't been able to personally enjoy the results of your work with Jaguar, but I'm certainly looking forward to it! Again, happy birthday, and many more to you!
Posted by Leroy Curtis [leroy at baram.demon,co,uk] in UK on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 212.188.149.189
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for all the work you did to make Jaguar the great marque it is today.
Posted by Barry Goldman [bgold at wizard.com] in United States of America on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 209.170.209.168
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Many happy, and HEALTHY returns.... at least a day driving a Jag is a good one. I have an XK140 SE - Fixed Head Coupe, I brought it from the New York City area to my retirement home in Las Vegas, Nevada. Always a rather hot car in the summer, the desert climate here only adds to the warmth in the cockpit...not to mention the engine temperature. When it is necessary to lose a few pounds, I take it for a drive and sweat it off! Again, Happy 80th!
Posted by John Tompane [ouzler at pacbell.net] in USA on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 63.192.216.249
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Let me extend my warmest wishes on your birthday, as well as my heartfelt gratitude for your life's work. I know Jaguar would not have been the same without your fine efforts. My ownership of the marquee spans from the XK120 through the XJ-S with a couple of XJ sedans as family transport. Your touch and attention to detail shows throughout these cars, and is indeed why these cars are so special. Sir William obviously knew how valuable you were to Jaguar, and I'm glad I have an opportunity to echo his feelings. Cheers, JT
Posted by Mark Hicks [mhicks at mathe.com] in USA on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 141.150.40.89
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I was in love with the E-Type since I was a child. I finally purchased my first one in my 30s and now have two so they keep each other company. ;-) I must say thanks for all your contributions toward bringing cars like the E-type into existance. Enthusists the world around owe you profound gratitude for helping create the cars we love so well. Your work will live on to future generations of enthusists and continue to inspire.
Posted by w.i.wong [wiwong at hkstar.com] in hong kong, china on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 203.198.1.102
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Happy speeding!!!
Posted by Markus Radocha [markus_radocha at hotmail.com] in Austria on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 212.152.137.10
Dear Mr. Norman! My best wishes and a big thank you for giving us so many stories and having taken some of the flaws off the cars we love and drive. Happy birthday! Mark
Posted by Byron Gillard [bcgillard at dccnet.com] in Canada on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 209.5.131.172
Happy 80th Birthday. Many happy returns to you Norman. Glad you were born!!!!!
Posted by Robert G. Erb [erb99 at msn.com] in USA on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 63.17.93.18
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Bought my first Jag. (XK-l50) last week. Thank you for your work in developing this fine machine and the ones that preceeded and followed it. Happy Birthday!
Posted by Gary Leonhardt [ghiaguru at swbell.net] in USA on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 209.184.9.99
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I have read some of your tech tips and can't wait to put them to use. My realm is the VW, specifically the Karmann Ghia. If you want to see what I have ahead for me, check out my personal web page, http://home.swbell.net/ghiaguru Cheers!!!
Posted by David M. Lokensgard [dlokensgard at earthlink.net] in United States of America on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 209.179.223.96
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I am pleased to be able to send my best wishes to you on this occasion via the Jag-Lovers organisation. I have owned Jaguars since 1967, my first being a '55 XK140 OTS. I still have that car, and my wife and I use XJ6 sedans as daily drivers. We have a sign in the garage reserving parking for the marque only. Thanks for your efforts in making these cars so enjoyable and interesting! Dave Lokensgard
Posted by John Meyer [johnjmeyer at earthlink.net] in USA on Saturday, 5th August 2000 from 206.15.1.207
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I understand you will be at Monterey for the historics. I do hope my son and I have a chance to say hello to you then. I own a 68 EType OTS - have since 1971 and prior to that had a 67 coupe. You have had a wonderful career. I'm envious! John Meyer
Posted by Ed Gordesky, Larry Wilkinson, David Smith [edgelb at aol.com] in USA on Friday, 4th August 2000 from 205.188.193.27
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Best wishes from the three of us at Charles Maund Jaguar, Austin, Texas,USA
Posted by Tom Pettersen [tompettersen at c2i.net] in Norway on Friday, 4th August 2000 from 193.216.212.201
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Hope You are still going strong. Greetings from north of the polar circle (Bodř, Norway)where my old Mark V and me are living under the midnight sun. Good luck for the years to come! best regards Tom
Posted by Craig Sawyers [c.sawyers at tech-enterprise.com] in England on Friday, 4th August 2000 from 62.255.0.5
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! And many thanks for your contribution to the legend of Jaguar. All the cars we love and drive (mine an XJ12) bear evidence of your total committment to engineering, development and driving skills. Best Wishes Craig Sawyers
Posted by Gary Temple - Vice President Customer Care Jaguar Cars [gtemple at jaguar.com] in USA on Friday, 4th August 2000 from 136.1.1.101
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Have a wonderful birthday! God Bless, Gary
Posted by Chris Gilson Jaguar Cars [cgilson at jaguar.com] in USA on Friday, 4th August 2000 from 136.1.1.101
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for all your efforts in making Jaguar one of the worlds premier marques. Have a great "B" Day and have fun in Monterey. Make Terry sweat a little while driving his car!
Posted by Roy White [roywhite at ev1.net] in USA, TEXAS on Friday, 4th August 2000 from 38.227.25.2
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Bill Issa [cars at dreamsoft.com] in California, USA on Friday, 4th August 2000 from 207.218.158.102
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! May you live another 80 yeqrs, you have contributed engineering and beauty to our lives. It is time life gives you lots of appreciation and love back. Best of luck and happiness, Sicerely yours, Bill
Posted by Urs W. Haehnle [haehnle at bluewin.ch] in Switzerland on Friday, 4th August 2000 from 213.3.5.34
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Dear Norman I hope that we can see you for a long time still at future events driving the famous XJ-13. Saw you last time in Jabbeke and admired your fitness and enthusiasmus. All the best, happiness and good health wishes you Urs Haehnle and all SS-Register members of the Jaguar Driver's Club Switzerland.
Posted by Tomas [thomas700 at hotmail.com] in U.S. on Friday, 4th August 2000 from 130.191.184.61
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I just happened to stumble across this site while looking for stuff about mini coopers. anyways my b-day was the 1st of august and i wanted to wish you a happy birthday just because. Happy Birthday. From Tom
Posted by Jim Michael [jmikol at aol.com] in USA on Friday, 4th August 2000 from 152.163.194.214
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! My E-type is the light of my life and I'd like to thank you for all you've done to make it possible. Best wishes for a happy birthday and many more
Posted by Denis Hakanson [d.hakanson at bom.gov.au] in Australia on Thursday, 3rd August 2000 from 134.178.30.65
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! In the 50s I gazed upon the Jaguars you helped design with awe and now, finally in the following century I have realised those dreams and can now enjoy the fruits of experts such as yourself. A truly beautiful machine and a genuine tribute to all those who stayed true to the Jaguar legend.
Posted by Stan Carpenter [scarpenter at ofc.com] in USA on Thursday, 3rd August 2000 from 205.247.255.27
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Since becoming an E-type owner in the Jaguar family several years ago, I've come to greatly admire the contributions you've made to the Jaguar legend. Someday soon I hope to meet you. The honour would be all mine. Best wishes for a happy and healthy birthday and to come.
Posted by Ian Hissey [ian_hissey at ichiexport.com.au] in Australia on Thursday, 3rd August 2000 from 203.134.33.74
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! It was a pleasure to meet and talk with you on your recent trip to Australia, after both reading so much about you and your exploits, and hearing first hand from one of your "apprentices" (Mike Duncalf, who I stay with down at Lymington) of the excting times at Jaguar, you have had a wonderful and fulfilling life, I'm sure your memories are absolute treasures. We are organising a 16,000km round Australia trip in July next year, including the commemorative XK Darwin to Alice Springs re-enactment, and you will be in the centre of many night-time discussions. Thank you for your solid and beneficial contribution to all things Jaguar, congratulations again on your 80th birthday.
Posted by Rick Hill [risorijo at att.net] in USA on Thursday, 3rd August 2000 from 12.78.7.12
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Without your help in development and testing work, we might driving cars no better than Studebakers or Nashes...or worse yet, something Italian or French! Best wishes, Rick Hill Boca Raton, FL
Posted by Steve Stewart [saplstewart at optushome.com.au] in Australia on Thursday, 3rd August 2000 from 203.54.56.148
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for inspiring so many within and outside Jaguar.
Posted by Randall Walker [walkiens at worldnet.att.net] in Texas (USA!) on Thursday, 3rd August 2000 from 12.73.231.205
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Jaguars, especially of the 50's and 60's, are the all-consuming passion of many of us. Success for these products of innovative design and superb engineering would not have been possible without your personal attention to detail and scrupulous professionalism. Thousands of us thank you and wish you many more years of hearing such appreciation. See you at Monterey!
Posted by Graeme Dalling [graemedalling at hotmail.com] in New Zealand on Thursday, 3rd August 2000 from 202.180.64.90
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! As a young boy in the 1950's Jaguar always held a fascination for me and the mystique even to this day is still there.The shape,the sound of that XK engine and the power and speed for their day was impressive indeed. Thankyou Norman, as it is for people like you and the rest of the team you had around you at the time that I am still enjoying motoring in Jaguars of the 50's and 60's. All the best on that special day,from down under,Graeme Dalling,New Zealand.
Posted by Everett Turner [eeturner at blomand.net] in USA on Thursday, 3rd August 2000 from 204.116.17.51
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Great go old chap!
Posted by Mark A. Riley [mriley at nucmar.physics.fsu.edu] in USA on Thursday, 3rd August 2000 from 128.186.111.32
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! You have been one of my heroes since I was a "wee lad" and it is so wonderful to still see you active and being made a "fuss of" in Jaguar events all around the world. This is exactly how it should be! In 1969 my uncle got an E-type. I was 9 at the time but I spent almost every Saturday morning for the next 5 years cleaning and polishing it. Ever since then I wanted an E of my own really badly and spent countless hours reading every book about them (and of course reading your name and all of your adventures!). My dream came true 3 years ago and my wife and children will tell you I have not been the same since. It is something I will cherish forever and I want to thank you for your role in making this car the classic that it is and for helping to bring so much joy to so many people. Have a wonderful birthday Norman! Take care, be good and thanks again for changing my life! Very best regards, Mark Riley (Tallahassee, Florida, Tel: 850 668 7759) ps If you are in Tallahassee ever please feel free to drop by! By the way, my wife makes a mean "Yorkshire pudding!" pps I recently took a colleague at work for a spin in my car. The result is that he is this very weekend off to Jacksonville to pick up his first Jaguar (S-type). Another has now experienced the magic that you helped create!
Posted by Rick Ashworth [rick.ashworth at launceston.tas.gov.au] in Australia on Thursday, 3rd August 2000 from 193.35.197.197
I would LOVE to send a message to Norman....he was our guest here in Tasmania a couple of years back and he and I spent a very interesting couple of hours standing in a field in pouring rain watching the Targa Tasmania contestants go by....at least 6 Jaguars in their too! Norman could tell how each contestant was going to fare on a tricky corner merely by listening to the sound of their engine as they approached. He was uncannily right almost every time! He also gave our club a very interesting after dinner talk. If you could forward my very best wishes to Norman for his 80th, I would appreciate it. We owe him a great deal, not only for his work with Jaguar, but for his service with No.2 Group, Bomber Command RAF. There are not many of his kind that survived, and our debt can never be repaid. Here's to you, Norman!! Cheers, mate. Rick
Posted by John Bruce [john at the-bruces.freeserve.co.uk] in Scotland on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 212.188.134.72
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I have loved Jags for many a year, and for all that time your name has been synonymous with the marque. Thanks to you we have a spoting heritage. See you at Le Mans sometime? Cheers John
Posted by tony [ceap89 at a0l.com] in usa on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 152.163.213.203
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by scott jacobsen [rburkh8788 at aol.com] in usa on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 152.163.207.54
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Dougie Kerr [www.dougie at kinver-house.freeserve.co.uk] in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, England. on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 195.92.194.72
Congratulations on your 80th birthday and all the very best for the future from the members and friends of the Leicester Region of the Jaguar Enthusiast's Club. We enjoy your company at the Jaguar events around the country and long may this continue. Have a wonderful time on your big day and many more to come. Happy Birthday, Norm. !!!!
Posted by scott miller [thunderdome at hotmail.com] in usa on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 63.27.47.41
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! happy birthday norman, love tha jags, what a wonderful job it must have been.hope to see you at goodwood nest year.
Posted by Glenn Dharmin [glenn_d at engineer.com] in Jakarta - INDONESIA on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 202.146.253.4
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Lee Mason [lee.mason at banctec.com] in United States on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 192.252.0.3
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I envy you and your achevments. Your accomplishments have enabled me to enjoy driving a fine machine like my Jaguar XJ6. Best wishes and Happy Birthday. Lee Mason
Posted by Christopher C. Cole [chris at ccc.com] in United States on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 24.165.105.53
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! God Bless you!
Posted by Dave Draper [dd at dial.pipex.com] in England on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 193.149.85.139
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I am aware that driving my Jag that I am driving part of your genius and experience. Thanks!
Posted by Michael Ifverson [michaelifverson at hotmail.com] in Sweden on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 212.151.83.51
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thank you for all the work you have been doing during all the years for us that love to drive our Jaguar cars. I hope that your birthday will be a big celebriation. Best regards Michael Ifverson Sweden Driving a lovely Jaguar E-type SI FHC 1963
Posted by Adam J. Owens [ajowens at aol.com] in USA on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 172.131.131.248
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! A man who truly deserves the title 'living legend'! All the best, A.J. Owens - USA Correspondent Jaguar Driver magazine, President Jaguar Association of New England
Posted by Shane Jarvis [jarviss at optusnet.com.au] in Australia on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 198.142.200.250
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! You are one of the few peoplw in the world to malke a career driving Jaguars. I have read that the drive at 172 mph in the modified XK120 was nothing short of absolute bravery. So on reaching 80, congratulations, and may you have many more.
Posted by STACY HENRY [stacyhenry at worldnet.att.net] in USA on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 12.73.8.81
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Wes Channell [channell at cvc.net] in U.S.A. on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 198.106.217.239
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Your work continues to give us joy in all of our vehicles.
Posted by Tony Ortega [surcaribe at aol.com] in Cuba on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 152.163.204.16
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Love British automobiles, as soon as I finish this project with the Jag, I will go into the Rolls Royce. Many more happy Birthdays.
Posted by Ron McGrice [mcgrice at eisa.net.au] in Brisbane Australia on Wednesday, 2nd August 2000 from 202.139.8.102
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! At this stage in life I think it best that you now drive your Alfa UNDER 100mph, unlike the Jaguars in the past. Cheers, Ron
Posted by john colville [jdcolville at home.com] in Canada on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 24.69.48.14
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!
Posted by Brandon B Shriver [sea-clusion at intergrafix.net] in USA on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 216.37.135.55
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for all your hard work through the years!!
Posted by John Lomas [onejag at home.com] in Canada on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 24.65.174.204
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for your contribution in making these cars the truly wonderful automobiles they are. What a great job this must have been over the years. Wishing you many more years at the wheel.
Posted by Lynn Allin [jaggrl at mindspring.com] in Texas, USA on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 207.205.148.223
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! A newcomer to this Jaguar community/addiction, I nonetheless realize the rich history and recognize the genius of so many of the people involved. It would be remiss if I did not take an opportunity to thank you for your contributions on this very special occasion, your 8th decade. If you've plans of retiring soon, can I have your job? Sadly, our Jaguar, a 1967 420 RHD, is still in need of some work...namely 7 years worth, and I can't stand it any longer! I "allowed" my husband to buy MY dream car foolishly believing a few minor adjustments were all that were needed, and I would be cruising and gathering tickets in no time. You inspire me. Maybe when I am 80 it will be finished and I too will get to race it. Today I am 32. This gives my husband a deadline. But back to the point...Happy Birthday. Keep the rubber down. love, Lynn (and her mechanic/husband Shawn)
Posted by Finn O. Sveen [finn.sveen at netcom.no] in Norway on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 62.92.23.149
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! We wish you many years to come,with these beautiful cars.Thanks for your great work for Jags. Bjoerg og Finn
Posted by Rick Hurst [hurst50 at hotmail.com] in USA on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 38.27.164.101
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Dear Norman, thanks for all the smiles your work has provided people over the years.But most of all thanks for the beautiful cars you helped to give to the world. You're a rare lucky soul whos job was a labor of love. A very happy birthday sir and keep on driving. And could you maybe help Eddie Irvine out a bit.
Posted by Dan Mooney - Classic Jaguar [danmooney at classicjaguar.com] in Austin, Texas on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 216.171.25.205
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Dear Norman: On behalf of everyone at Classic Jaguar in Austin, Texas I am delighted to extend my best wishes for your 80th birthday. There are many (like me) around the world who have literally built their lives around our love of Jaguars. You cannot know how much your contributions/life's work are appreciated - you are an inspiration to us all. Had it not been for your work with Sir William developing some of the greatest cars in automotive history, some of us might have to go out and get ourselves proper jobs! Have a great birthday celebration, Norman. Warmest Regards, Dan Mooney Classic Jaguar www.classicjaguar.com
Posted by George Keller [keller120 at aol.com] in Worthington, Ohio USA on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 205.188.198.33
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Keep the petal to the metal. What an exciting ride through life you have seen. Keep racking up those miles and smiles. All the best my friend. Cheers!!
Posted by David Cleary [david.cleary at eds.com] in England on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 199.228.142.8
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! To the man who has driven more Jaguar miles than anybody else to ensure that when we drive a Jaguar it feels special. All the best.
Posted by Keith Vincent [keith.vincent at ukgateway.net] in UK on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 194.69.109.210
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Norman, Thank you for all you have done for Jaguar. I first fell in love with Jaguars in the 60s and bought my first car (a Mark 1) in 1977. I now have an XK140 and a Mark 2 and have been involved in the club scene for more than 20 years. Jaguars have been a great part of my life, so thank you for the part you played in making them what they are today. Have a great celebration. Keith Vincent Vice Chairman Jaguar Enthusiasts' Club
Posted by yuji kobayasi [rook at parbox.or.jp] in 1-7-12 honcyho gosen city niigata pref japan on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 210.163.26.105
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I want to hear your 100th Birthday!!
Posted by Caylie Maryai [bentleylady at aol.com] in USA (INDIANA) on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 205.188.192.179
HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY NORMAN! :) Hope u have a wild & delightful day! Congratulations on "BRDC" and good luck in California. I must say u are an amazing guy u should be very proud of yourself for everything you have accomplished. I unfortunately don't own a Jag,I don't even have a car because a drunk driver totalled mine, But I do love Jags and if I ever win The lottery u know what I will be getting! I will even nick name it after u! I must say I am 1 chick who wouldn't mind meeting u or even getting your signed autograph. Once again allow me to wish a HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the Legend himself NORMAN DEWIS! Your 22 yr old fan Caylie GOOD LUCK
Posted by Gary Goldstine [gilroyggg at aol.com] in Gilroy, California USA on Tuesday, 1st August 2000 from 64.12.105.151
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Thanks for your contributions to the Cause!! I continue to enjoy reading of your work and seeing the historic pictures you appear in. I am reminded of this everytime I see your signature on the door panel of Terry Larson's C-Type. Best wishes, Gary Goldstine
Posted by Richard Tufts Holland [holland-rick at juno.com] in 10 Fieldstone Drive Somerville New Jersey USA on Monday, 31st July 2000 from 216.112.168.150
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! God Bless you on your 80th...age is an attitude not a chronological measurement...You, Sir are measured by the joy you bring to others...people like myself and other Jaguar "lovers" who enjoy the comradship of the unique automibile and the folks that have been part of it.... Today, the 31st of July, is the anniversary of my birthday, but you are 19 years my senior..and I only hope that I can travel as far... Regards, Rick
Posted by Lesley and Roy Johnson [royandlesley at telus.net] in North Vancouver, Canada on Monday, 31st July 2000 from 209.53.245.40
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! Many happy returns of the day. Thank-you for all you have done and are doing for the Jaguar marque.
Posted by Mike [mike78977 at hotmail.com] in Canada on Monday, 31st July 2000 from 24.66.126.35
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I dont know who you are but u like jags so im gonna wish u a happy birthday!
Posted by Doug Corby [dougannopt at hotmail.com] in Originally England, currently USA on Monday, 31st July 2000 from 63.24.137.51
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! I don't know you, until a few minutes ago I hadn't even heard of you, and you certainly don't know me, but after reading about how much you have contributed to the history and development of my favourite car manufacturer, I am compelled to send you birthday greetings. If I am lucky enough to make it to 80 (23 to go!), I would wish that I could look back on my life and know that I had helped as many people as you have to find pleasure in their lives. If I could be there I would definitely buy you a Guiness! Many Happy Returns! and may there be many more birthdays! Doug Corby.
Posted by Olav O. Kristensen [ook at hib.no] in Bergen , Norway on Monday, 31st July 2000 from 158.37.87.78
Happy 80th Birthday Norman!!! The best wishes for the Day and the future from the Bergen Jaguar Forum and the Norwegian Region of the Jaguar Enthusiasts´ Club . Thank You very much for all You have done to the Marque .
Posted by Jens Peter Hoegh [jp at revisor.dk] in Denmark on Monday, 31st July 2000 from 212.242.16.84
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! All the best wishes. It was a real pleasure to see you driving the NUB 120 in Copenhagen CCCC in 1998. Best regards Jens Peter Hoegh (xk 120 fhc 680113)
Posted by Richard A. Fortune [richard at netvoyager.com] in Houston, Texas USA on Monday, 31st July 2000 from 216.62.148.42
Happy 80th Birthday Norman! My personal love affair with Jaguars began in