Basics

The Oil Leak series started in 2011 to celebrate the 50thanniversary of the E-Type Jaguar. Every year since then, with the exception of 2020 when Covid intervened, there has been an Oil Leak trip. Though Jaguar E-Types predominate as participants, other Jaguars have also made appearances including XK120, XK140, Mark 10, XJ8, XK8 and F-Types. All are welcome. 

Unlike many other organized road trips, the Oil Leaks are very much DIY experiences – just a bunch of friendly Jaguar enthusiasts sharing enjoyable driving roads and interesting places to visit. Each participant is responsible for their own hotel arrangements, luggage, navigation, spare parts etc. There is no dedicated support vehicle – we all support each other. The organizers are volunteers – this year it is a collaborative effort from long-term leakers Glen Barker, Michael Jenkins, and David Langley. They outline the daily routes, research the stops along the way, research accommodation for each overnight stay and seek out eateries for group dinners in the evening and sometimes lunch along the way. Though numbers have varied widely over the years we have found that it works best with 8-12 cars and 20-25 participants. 

The following daily itineraries are the ones that the organizers have researched for the group to follow.  As with any Oil Leak, anyone is free to substitute their own itinerary – please let others know that you are doing so that we don’t needlessly wait around for you. As we get closer to the event these itineraries will become more detailed with timings.  

Monday's drive - 156 Miles ~3.5 Hrs

We will drive the Rowena Curves and then make our way to visit Timberline Lodge and Government Camp. Our day will end with dinner at the Garden View Restaurant at the Oregon Garden Resort.

Tuesday's drive - 117 miles ~3.5 hrs

After a morning of touring through wine country we will then drive to Silver Falls to view South Falls.  Some might like to hike the Trail of Ten Falls, might want to stroll the level grounds. Dinner is your own.  

Wednesday's drive - 187 miles ~4.25 hrs

The morning will be spent touring several Historic Bridges in Linn County followed by lunch in small lumber town of Monroe.  Then buckle-up and prepare for the Alsea Highway which will wind us through the coastal range en-route to the coast 

Thursday Drive - 55 miles ~1.5 hrs

Together we will explore parts of Cape Perpetua. The rest of the day will be left for individuals to explore coastal towns, light houses, Newport Aquarium, Hatfield Marine Science Center, etc.  We can share lots of ideas of where to go and what to do. 

Friday Drive - 133 miles ~3.5 hrs

After a beautiful drive up the scenic Oregon coast we will treat ourselves to a laid back picnic as we watch the sun set on the Manzanita Beach.  There we can reminisce about our trip over wine/beer/beverage of your choice in front of a camp fire.