Hi Portmax,
Although I don't have one of John's delightful cars, I have had the pleasure of briefly meeting him back in August 1999, when on my one-and-only "Big O.E". At the time from New Zealand.
I now live 'back home' in Australia.
At the beginning of my month in Canada I had four days in Vancouver.
On the last day I was finally able to track him down, & we were able to spend most of the day together.
Interestingly John's two passions; cars & bikes are similar to my eldest brother & I. Rob is 'into' cars, I'm 'into' motorcycling.
Of course we differ from John's 'exotic' tendencies, but appreciate his tastes in these two passions.
Yes we are 'distantly' related, I'm glad to say.
If you get the opportunity to be in contact with John, please give them my regards.