In late September 2019 the second Library, Tool Loan program opened at the Classic Showcase in Southern California. Through the generosity of Tom Krefetz, owner of the Classic Showcase, dedicated space was provided fir or second library, and tool loan program to better service those Jaguar enthusiast in the western half of the U.S. along with Canada and Mexico. Local volunteers, Glenn Wior and Harry Cosmos, have worked hard to set up, organize, and generally make the donated space clean and comfortable for those who visit. See the full press release below.
Classic Showcase is pleased to support the Coventry Foundation, which has been created by passionate Jaguar people who donate their valuable time and resources to keep the Jaguar heritage alive.
We are proud to announce that Classic Showcase will be the official host of the Coventry Foundation’s West Coast Facility, to support the Foundation’s Library and Jaguar tool-sharing program. This new facility will complement and work in conjunction with our existing headquarters in Columbia, South Carolina. The program is for Coventry Foundation Patrons and Sponsors, as well as JCNA members throughout North America. The Coventry Foundation has had a donation of original factory tools, service and parts books, and service bulletins directly from Jaguar. These assets are very valuable, rare, and will provide proper tooling for usage by our patrons, sponsors, and members.
The opening of the Library and Tool program is scheduled to start on Monday, September 23, 2019 – more details to be announced soon. Appointments will be scheduled at specific dates and times.
The goal of the foundation is to better serve and preserve the heritage for future generations. The foundation seeks to leave a legacy for our children’s children so that they may be able to appreciate, enjoy, and continue with the work that we started. All donations are tax deductible, as the foundation is set up as a 501c3 non-profit, and we encourage all Jaguar enthusiasts to donate what they can to get the Foundation’s museums filled up with vintage Jaguar items.
