Fundraising record for NTI resto truck
The insurer’s immaculate 1946 Jailbar has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for motor neuron disease researchNTI’s latest classic truck restoration has been raffled off to one very happy winner, raising a record amount of funds for motor neuron disease research in the process.
The beautifully presented vehicle dubbed ‘Jolene’ is actually a hybrid of a 1946 Ford Jailbar and a donor Isuzu N Series light-duty truck.
The winner of the restored truck was announced at the recent Brisbane Truck Show, with Elizabeth Fritsch, from New South Wales’ Mid North Coast, the name pulled from over 27,000 entries.
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In it to win it
“It’s a wonderful result,” said NTI CEO, Tony Clark.
“She’d bought two tickets via Facebook, which goes to prove if you’re in it, you have a chance of winning.
“We had the pleasure of meeting Elizabeth and her family to congratulate her and hand over the keys in person. Seeing the sheer joy on their faces was priceless.”
The raffle for the spectacular restoration/upgrade raised a total of $235,000, with an additional contribution from NTI boosting the sum to a total of $335,000.
Every dollar raised will go directly to aid research for motor neuron disease, the deadly illness that claimed the life of previous NTI CEO, Wayne Patterson.
Deadly disease
Two people are diagnosed with MND each day, with over 2100 Australians living with the disease at any one time. Currently there is no known cure.
The money raised follows on from $534,000 already donated by NTI to organisations MND & Me and MND Research Australia over the previous five years.
“’Jolene’ is a work of art,” continued Mr Clark.
“She’s not just a truck and the result is a team effort. The commitment NTI’s people have shown to fundraising for MND research is humbling.
“And, of course, none of this would be possible without our sensational industry partners – especially Isuzu Trucks and Royan Truck & Trailer Repairs Brisbane – who jump on board each and every time with the same level of support and enthusiasm.”
Labour of love
The truck took over 1500 hours to restore and utilises numerous Isuzu parts and components, including its engine and driveline.
It also features independent coil front suspension and an Isuzu six-speed automated manual transmission, plus modern safety aids including antilock brakes and traction control.
The truck is the fifth project of a similar nature undertaken by NTI, and the fourth to be given away.
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