Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Component weight comparison between a 1939 Studebaker Model Champion and a Vauxhall estimate. | ||
| View original record | 1092. C 17/8/39. STUDEBAKER 1939 COMPARED WITH MODEL CHAMPION. | | Studebaker Weight. | % | Latest type Vaux. estimate. | |---|---|---|---|---| | (1) Body. | 857 948 | 35.6 | 800 | | (2) Frame | 119.5… | ||
| scan0002 | Weight comparison table for vehicle components between a Studebaker and an 'E type' estimate. | ||
| View original record | Studebaker Weight | % | Latest estimate E type. (9) Steering Gear with wheel drop arm and cross link (Ross 2 pin gear) | 24.42, 30 1 3/4 | 1.01 | 24 (10) Wheels and tyres. 5 wheels 18.18, 5 (5 1/2 x… | ||
| scan0003 | Weight breakdown analysis of competitor American cars, listing components as a percentage of total weight. | ||
| View original record | Chevrolet.) Ford. } Plymouth. } Olds. } Pontiac. } Hudson. } Dodge. ) Average wt. of these cars is 3,000 lbs. % of total. | Section. ------------|---------- 30.9 | Body. 5.9 | Frame. 36.8 | Body &… | ||
| scan0004 | Letter to M. Wilks at The Rover Company Ltd. concerning the headlamps on a Studebaker and arranging an inspection. | ||
| View original record | 1092 Rm.2/MH. 14th. October, 1939. M.Wilks, Esq., The Rover Company Ltd., New Meteor Works, COVENTRY. Dear Wilks, I was particularly interested in the headlamps on the Studebaker. I hope you will not… | ||
| scan0005 | Studebaker tyre sizes and specifications in relation to a new small car project. | ||
| View original record | 1092 To Ev. from Rm. c. Jnr. Rm.3/MH.14.10.39. Herewith particulars of the Studebaker. I notice it has 5½ x 16 tyres; it therefore looks as if 6 x 16 will be amply big enough for our little car. It… | ||
| scan0006 | Technical specifications for a 2.7 Litre Studebaker. | ||
| View original record | 2.7 LITRE STUDEBAKER. ENGINE. 6 cyl. 3" x 3 7/8" - 2693 c.c. 21.6 R.A.C. BHP. = 78 at 4000 C.R. = 6.5/1. SIDE VALVES, Manual tappet adjustment. Pistons, light alloy, split skirt, tin plated two comp… | ||
| scan0007 | Specification sheet listing vehicle dimensions, price, and weight. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/NRC.5/JH.14.10.39. Wheelbase. Track 56¼ front 57 rear. Overall length 15 - 5⅛ Price £299 std. £329 Deluxe. Just over. 21 cwt. Rm/NRC. | ||
| scan0008 | Letter from The Rover Company Ltd concerning the return of Studebaker headlamps and the handover of a Studebaker unit. | ||
| View original record | Hs. 1092. THE ROVER COMPANY LTD NEW METEOR WORKS COVENTRY TELEGRAMS: ROVER, COVENTRY. TELEPHONE Nº 88081. YOUR REF. Rm.2/MH. OUR REF. MCW/JM. 18th. October, 1939. W.A. Robotham Esq., Messrs.… | ||
| scan0009 | Request to arrange transport for an incomplete Studebaker car from The Rover Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1092 Mr. Barkworth. Rm/FD.7/JH.24.10.39. Will you please arrange for a transport lorry to collect a Studebaker car from The Rover Co.Ltd. New Meteor Works, Coventry. at the most convenient… | ||
| scan0010 | The arrangement of a lorry to collect a Studebaker car from Rover's. | ||
| View original record | 1092 To Rm/FD. from Rm. Rm.6/MH.24.10.39. Please arrange for a lorry to call at Rover's as per the letter I gave to you, and collect the Studebaker car. Rm. | ||
| scan0011 | The arrival and examination of a small Studebaker car. | ||
| View original record | 1092 . To Ev. from Rm. c. Jnr. Rm.14/MH.30.10.39. We now have the small Studebaker car at Derby. This will be laid out for examination in the Experimental Garage on Wednesday, Nov. 1st. Subsequently… | ||
| scan0012 | Sg. to Rm. enquiring about the arrival of a small Studebaker car from Rover's. | ||
| View original record | 1092 To Rm. from Sg. Sg19/E31139 Re the small Studebaker which we agreed to take over from Rover's, from what you said yesterday evening I am not quite sure whether we have got it. If we have, I… | ||
| scan0013 | Collecting a Studebaker car in pieces from Rover's for examination and rebuilding. | ||
| View original record | 1092 To Sg. from Rm. Rm.3/MH.4.11.39. STUDEBAKER CAR. With reference to Sg.19/E.3.11.39, we collected the Studebaker car from Rover's in pieces. It was obviously not worth while building it up at… | ||
| scan0014 | Letter to Rover Co. Ltd. inquiring about specific details of a Studebaker gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1091 Rm/Gry.1/JH. 13th. November, 1939. M.Wilks Esq., The Rover Co.Ltd., COVENTRY. Dear Wilks, Naturally we are interested to know when we may expect the Studebaker gearbox, but in the meantime are… | ||
| scan0015 | Letter from The Rover Company to G.H. Grylls regarding a Studebaker Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS: THE ROVER COMPANY LTD TELEPHONE Nº ROVER, COVENTRY. NEW METEOR WORKS 88081. COVENTRY YOUR REF. OUR REF. MCW/JM 14th. November, 1939. G.H. Grylls Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., DERBY. Dear… | ||
| scan0016 | Breakdown of the weights of a Studebaker rear axle and its various components. | ||
| View original record | 1093 (crossed out) 1015 16.11.39. Studebaker Rear Axle - Weights. Weight of rear axle, complete with all brake mechanism, brake drums, wheels fitted with 'Firestone' tyres 5.50 x 16 4 ply. oil in rear… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter to M.C. Wilks of The Rover Company Ltd. regarding a received gearbox and a request for an M.E.P. curve. | ||
| View original record | 1092 Rm.10/MH. 17th. November, 1939. M.C.Wilks, Esq., The Rover Company Ltd., COVENTRY. Dear Wilks, Many thanks for the gearbox duly received. I think we may have to borrow your fellow who pulled the… | ||
| scan0018 | Letter from The Rover Company Ltd enclosing the M.E.P. curve of the Studebaker engine. | ||
| View original record | 1092 TELEGRAMS: ROVER.COVENTRY. THE ROVER COMPANY LTD NEW METEOR WORKS COVENTRY TELEPHONE Nọ 88081. YOUR REF. Rm.10/MH. OUR REF. MCW/JM. 20th. November, 1939. W.A. Robotham Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce,… | ||
| scan0019 | Weight analysis comparing the Studebaker car body with the B.2. and B.V. bodies. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1092 & 458 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Mr. Ward. c. to Rm/FD. c. to Rm/Cr. Ev.7/JH. 8.12.39. re Studebaker body. We have examined the weight analysis of the Studebaker body, and have noted its… | ||
| scan0020 | Weight comparison in lbs and ozs for various car components between an S.B.V. and a Studebaker model. | ||
| View original record | Appendix. Ev.7/JH.28.12.39. S.B.V. Studebaker. Diff. lbs. ozs. lbs. ozs. lbs. ozs. Bodyframed and panelled. 589 9º 432 0 Headlamp 7 0º 214 4 Rear blind 1 10 31 8 Seat board. 6 0 Side arm rest. 2 14… | ||
| scan0021 | Comparison drawing of the Studebaker Champion Saloon and the Bentley II Saloon. | ||
| View original record | THE COMPARISON IS MADE BY SETTING TOGETHER THE BOTTOM OF THE BODIES & THE FRONT OF THE DASH PRESSING ON THE STUDEBAKER WITH THE DASH DATUM ON THE BENTLEY. STUDEBAKER - THIN LINES - FROM PL. 74.… | ||
| scan0022 | Blueprint comparing the body designs of a Studebaker Champion Saloon with a Bentley Saloon B-B.5. | ||
| View original record | THE COMPARISON IS MADE BY SETTING TOGETHER THE BOTTOM OF THE BODIES & THE FRONT OF THE DASH PRESSINGS. STUDEBAKER - THIN LINES - FROM PL. 74. BENTLEY - THICK LINES - FROM PD. 98. COMPARISON OF… | ||
| scan0023 | Blueprint of a Four Door Six Light Saloon, 1939 Model, 2.7 Litre 6 Cylinder Studebaker Champion. | ||
| View original record | PL. 74 NO SUNSHINE ROOF FIXED WINDSCREEN. QUARTER LIGHTS ARE HINGED. BACKLIGHT SIZE: 30.500 x 8.500. SPARE WHEEL CARRIED IN LUGGAGE SPACE OF BOOT. OVERALL HEIGHT: 5FT. 7.50 IN. APPROX. TYRE SIZE:… | ||
| scan0024 | Listing Studebaker parts sent to the coachbuilder Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Ward. c. to Rm/FD. c. to Rm/Hlm. 1092 & 1021 Rm/Hlm.1/JH.15.1.40. Studebaker Parts sent to Park Ward. Body Shell - including. Windscreen. Rear quarter windows. Rear window. Floorboards… | ||
| scan0025 | List of seat components, specifically front and rear seats. | ||
| View original record | -2- Front seat - complete. Rear seat squab. Rear seat cushion. | ||
| scan0026 | To the transport department regarding a delayed delivery of a Studebaker body to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1092 To Mr. Barkworth. (transport dept) c. to Hd. Rm/FD.2/JH.15.1.40. It is now 2 weeks since we first asked you to let us know when it would be possible to deliver to Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd.,… | ||
| scan0027 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming the dispatch of luggage boot and switch keys for a Studebaker. | ||
| View original record | 1092. Rm/FD.9/JH. 25th. January, 1940. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sirs, As requested by you on the telephone today we… | ||
| scan0028 | Letter from Park Ward & Co Ltd acknowledging receipt of a letter and keys for a Studebaker. | ||
| View original record | 1092. DIRECTORS: A.F. SIDGREAVES C.W. WARD R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY C. FALCONER F.C. HONEYMAN W.S. PACE TELEPHONE: WILLESDEN 2595 (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS: WARENPAR-WILLROAD-LONDON YOUR REF. Rm/FD.9/JH. OUR REF.… | ||
| scan0029 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward Ltd. regarding the dispatch of Studebaker body parts. | ||
| View original record | 1092. Rm/FD.12/JH. 31st. January, 1940. Messrs. Park Ward Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Herewith Studebaker body parts as despatched by lorry to your Works last week.… | ||
| scan0030 | The acquisition and planned disposal of a Studebaker car obtained from the Rover Co. | ||
| View original record | 1092. To G/GLB. Rm/FD.12/ML.16.2.40. re Studebaker Car. This car was obtained from the Rover Co., Coventry on 26/10/39 for our examination. It is not our intention to keep it after it has been… | ||
| scan0031 | Internal request to obtain specific engine parts from a Studebaker distributor. | ||
| View original record | 1092 To Les. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.7/JH.6.4.40. Will you please obtain from the Studebaker Distributors, 385 Euston Road, London. 1 Crankcase lower half joint. Twin timing case joint washers. Engine… | ||
| scan0032 | Requesting the rebuild of a Studebaker car following a weight analysis. | ||
| View original record | 1092 HPS. from Rm. c. HPS/RH. c. Rm/FD. c. Rm/HLm. Rm.1/HL.7.4.40. STUDEBAKER CAR. Will you please rebuild the Studebaker car as soon as possible. Rm/Hlm. has now finished the weight analysis and the… | ||
| scan0033 | Request to obtain brake system parts from Studebaker Distributors in London. | ||
| View original record | 1092- LBS. from Rm/FD. c. G/JWH. Rm/FD.1/JMS.2.5.40. Will you please obtain from the Studebaker Distributors, 385, Euston Road, London: One...Square adaptor and looking plate together with screw for… | ||
| scan0034 | Letter from Studebaker Distributors Ltd. regarding a complaint about a spare parts order. | ||
| View original record | REGISTERED OFFICES: 385, EUSTON ROAD, N.W.1. CUSTOMERS CARS ARE ONLY DRIVEN BY MEMBERS OF OUR STAFF AT OWNERS RISK 1092 CABLES: BENTLEYS, TELEGRAMS: STUDEBAKER, NORWEST, LONDON. STUDEBAKER… | ||
| scan0035 | Examination of car 30.G.6 and the related logistics of other vehicles. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wym. from Rm. Rm.2/ML.18.8.40. EXAMINATION OF 30.G.6. Will you please have the Studebaker licenced until the end of September and leave this car at Duffield Bank House, so that you can lend 2.B.50.… | ||
| scan0036 | Request to license a Studebaker car providing its particulars. | ||
| View original record | D/Mr. Lomas from Rm. Rm/WYM.2/ET.19.8.40 We wish to take out a licence for our STUDEBAKER car to the end of Sept. 1940. We give below the necessary particulars: Chassis No. GW7 - 3304 Engine No. GW7 -… | ||
| scan0037 | Letter to Rover Motors Ltd. requesting an invoice for a Studebaker car for licensing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 1092 Rm.S/ML. 27.8.40. M.Wilks,Esq., Rover Motors Ltd., New Meteor Works, COVENTRY. Dear Wilks, We have now got our Studebaker on the road again and want to licence it. We cannot do this until we can… | ||
| scan0038 | Letter from The Rover Company Ltd regarding an invoice for a Studebaker car. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS: ROVER, COVENTRY. THE ROVER COMPANY LTD NEW METEOR WORKS COVENTRY TELEPHONE Nº 88081. Rm.8/ML. MCW/JM. 30th. August, 1940. W.A. Robotham Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sir, As… | ||
| scan0039 | Invoice from Studebaker Distributors Ltd. to The Rover Co. Ltd. for a 1939 Studebaker Champion Saloon. | ||
| View original record | COPY. IN VOICE. Studebaker Distributors Ltd., 385, Euston Road, LONDON, N.W.1. 16th May 1939. The Rover Co.Ltd., New Meteor Works, COVENTRY. Stock No. S.7314 To:- One 1939 Studebaker Champion Saloon,… | ||
| scan0040 | Request to send an official order to Sanderson & Holmes for a pair of number plates for a Studebaker car. | ||
| View original record | 1092 To: "Roy", c: "G/JWH" c: "G/Mt". Rm/Wymt/Dm4.9.40 re Studebaker Car. Will you please send an official order to Sanderson & Holmes for: 1 Pair Number Plates - RC 8039 for our above car. We have… | ||
| scan0041 | Need for an outline drawing of the Bentley and Studebaker bodies for the weight analysis book. | ||
| View original record | 1092 F.Hallam. from Rm. Rm.3/ML.15.9.40. re WEIGHT ANALYSIS. Further to Rm.20/ML.13.9.40. the Studebaker Weight Analysis Book should contain an outline drawing showing the overall dimensions of the… | ||
| scan0042 | The renewal of a road fund licence for a Studebaker car. | ||
| View original record | 163/1092 Rm/ML. This licence should be renewed Rm Rm. ROAD FUND LICENCES. D/AN.11/GH.17.9.40. STUDEBAKER. CAR RC. 8039. The Licence for the above mentioned car expires on the 30th instant. Please let… | ||
| scan0043 | Renewal of a Road Fund Licence for a Studebaker car. | ||
| View original record | D/AN. from Rm. Rm.1/ML.19.9.40. With reference to your Memo. D/AN.11/GH.17.9.40. re Road Fund Licence for the Studebaker car RC.8039. It will be necessary to renew the licence for this car until the… | ||
| scan0044 | Comparing the frame and component weights of Vauxhall, Studebaker, and Opel cars. | ||
| View original record | 1092 COPY. To: Rm from Rm/GB. Copy to Rm/EAG " " Ev. Re your letter Rm10/ML.16.9.40. The new VAUXHALL mentioned in this letter is a 14 HP car with passenger accommodation as roomy as the present… | ||
| scan0045 | Enclosing a license renewal for a Studebaker car for three months. | ||
| View original record | Rm. D/AN.10/GH.30.9.40. STUDEBAKER CAR.RC.8039 -------------------- Reference your Rm1/ML.19.9.40 herewith we enclose Licence for the above mentioned car for a further three months to 31st December… | ||
| scan0046 | Modifications and blueprints for the Studebaker Damper B.80. | ||
| View original record | 1092 To Rm. from Rm/HH. C. Ev. C. Jarr. [Illegible handwritten note] Rm/HH.5/SW.3.10.40. Studebaker Damper B.80. We send you herewith blueprint of PL.352 Modified Damper B.80. This scheme revises… | ||
| scan0047 | Payment liability for a Studebaker car used for aero transport between Belper, Derby, and Nottingham. | ||
| View original record | Rm. G/GLB.1/JM.27.2.41 1092 Studebaker Car We attach hereto copy of memo Rm/FD.12/ML.16.2.40. We are now informed by Mr. Whyman that this car is being used on aero transport between Belper, Derby, and… | ||
| scan0048 | Studebaker car obtained from the Rover Co. for examination and its subsequent disposal. | ||
| View original record | COPY To G/GLB. Rm/FD.12/ML.16.2.40 Studebaker Car This car was obtained from the Rover Co., Coventry on 26.10.39 for our examination. It is not our intention to keep it after it has been rebuilt, and… | ||
| scan0049 | Use of a Studebaker car and a future financial arrangement with the Rover Company. | ||
| View original record | G/GLB. from Rm. Rm.8/ML.4.3.41. STUDEBAKER CAR. With reference to your Memo. G/GLB.1/JM.27.2.41., the fact that we are using this car for transport does not affect our arrangement with the Rover… | ||
| scan0050 | The cost of replacing a broken windscreen on a Studebaker RC.8039. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. from Rm/Wym. 1092 Rm/Wym.6/ET.7.5.41. In reply to D/L.4/G.5.5.41, the total cost of replacing the broken windscreen on the Studebaker RC.8039 is £3.15.6. The work was carried out by Messrs.… | ||
| scan0051 | Request for a report on the performance of Studebaker, Vauxhall, Morris, and Austin cars. | ||
| View original record | 1092 To Rm/Wym. from Rm. Rm.9/ET.28.5.41. Will you please let me have a report on the running we have so far done on the Studebaker, Vauxhall, Morris and Austin. As a confirmation of the poor quality… | ||
| scan0052 | The performance of a self-locking tappet on a Studebaker 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | 1092 To Rm. from Rm/Wym/C.Lee. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/FJH. Rm/Wym/C.Lee.11/OH. 7.12.42. Studebaker 20 HP. Attached is a photograph showing self-locking tappet on our Studebaker car. The absence of a… | ||
| scan0053 | Photograph showing a Studebaker tappet and its self-locking device. | ||
| View original record | STUDEBAKER TAPPET SHOWING SELF LOCKING DEVICE. | ||
| scan0054 | With attached photographs showing the condition of exhaust valves from a 1940 Studebaker 20 HP car after 35,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/Wym/C.Lee. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/FJH. 1092 Rm/Wym/C.Lee.6/OH. 14.1.43. Studebaker 20 HP. 1940 Model. Attached are photographs showing condition of the Exhaust Valves taken out of our… | ||
| scan0057 | Photograph showing pitting on an engine valve head. | ||
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| scan0058 | Close-up photograph of a fractured valve head. | ||
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| scan0059 | The weights of the components for a Standard 8 Box Section chassis frame. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Rm/Clapham Please note & return Handwritten: u/c Standard Handwritten: 1093 To Rm. from Ev/JD. c.c. to Ev. c.c. to Rm/GB. c.c. to Ev/DB. Ev/JD.3/JH.1.11.40. CHASSIS FRAME WEIGHTS. We took… | ||
| scan0060 | Noting the collection of a Bentley petrol filter and anti-freeze mixture to be charged to a private account. | ||
| View original record | 1093 Rev. from Rm. c. c/WFH. c. G/Mt. Standard. Rm.S/ML.14.11.40. Will you please note that I have taken for use on my Standard car, one Bentley petrol filter, FW.166C.A. exe Experimental Stores and… | ||
| scan0061 | Comparing the Morris 8 HP, Standard 8 HP, and Vauxhall cars, with a view to post-war production of a small, economical car. | ||
| View original record | 1093 To Sg. from Rm. Rm.11/ET.18.11.40. The Morris 8 HP. car is now available for you to try. There is an astonishing amount of roar from the engine, and this is the worst fault of the car. It is… | ||
| scan0062 | The critical effect of engine water temperature on carburation and the use of a radiator blanking plate. | ||
| View original record | 109B To Ev. from Rm/Wym. Copy to Jnr. Rm/CTS. Rm/APS. Rm/Wym.2/ET.11.11.40. 8 H.P. STANDARD - PAR.649. We have found on the above car that the carburation is very critical to engine water temperature.… | ||
| scan0063 | Performance report and commentary on an 8 HP Standard car, model FAR.649. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To Rm. from Rm/Wym. 8 H.P. STANDARD - FAR.649. We have the following comments to make on the above car: ENGINE. Periods at 26-28 MPH. and 38-40 MPH. both ways. Engine performance is good. Engine… | ||
| scan0064 | Performance review and test report of a car's suspension, body, and engine. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wym.1/SW.7.10.40. - 2 - SUSPENSION. Ride poor - usual small car characteristics. One would not suspect independent front suspension on this car. Speedometer needle is very steady and very quiet -… | ||
| scan0065 | Specification sheet detailing vehicle performance, including petrol consumption, gearbox ratios, and chassis components. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Petrol consumption alleged. 20 MPH. Not given. Actual 20 MPH. 49.9 MPG. 30 " 52 MPG. 30 " 48.6 " 40 " 45 " 40 " 44.2 " 50 " 36 " 50 " 39.3 Average on long run alleged. 45 MPG. Actual over 100… | ||
| scan0066 | Specification sheet detailing overall dimensions, engine data, and weight of a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Em/Wym.1/SW.7.10.40. - 4 - OVERALL DIMENSIONS. Length (locker closed) 11' 7" Width 4' 7" Height (unladen) 5' 1" Wheelbase 6' 11" Turning Circle 34' 0" Track 3' 9" Ground clearance (axle) 7" No. of… | ||
| scan0067 | Table of interior measurements and clearances for various horsepower models. | ||
| View original record | Em/Wym.1/SW.7.10.40. - 5 - 8 H.P. 8 Tourer. 8 H.P and 9 H.P. Super. 9 H.P. 10 H.P. 12 H.P. 14 H.P. and 20 H.P. Standard wheel clearance from seat cushion. 7" | 7" | 6" | 6" | 5½" | 5" Steering wheel… | ||
| scan0068 | Table comparing front and rear seat dimensions and maximum interior width for various models. | ||
| View original record | Bm/Wym.1/SW.7.10.40. - 6 - Front seat width. 19" 19" 20" 20" 20" 20" Front seat depth. 19" 19" 17" 17" 17½" 19" Rear seat width. 36" 36" 36" 36" 40" 46" Effective. 39" 42" Super Deluxe Rear seat… | ||
| scan0069 | Performance review and commentary on the 8 HP Standard FAR.649 car. | ||
| View original record | 1093 Rm. from Rm/Wym. tell new standard file Rm/Wym.1/SW.7.10.40. 8 h.p. Standard FAR.649. We have the following comments to make, on the above car. ENGINE. Periods at 26-28 MPH and 38-40 MPH both… | ||
| scan0070 | Vehicle road test report detailing handling, ride quality, and engine performance data. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - STEERING. Over-steers with all tyre pressures tried - otherwise good - steady and no joggles. Steering column together with the front end of the car generally is very steady - Monocoque?… | ||
| scan0071 | Specification sheet comparing alleged and actual vehicle performance data alongside component details. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/Wym.1/SW.7.10.40. Petrol consumption alleged. 20 MPH Not given. Actual 20 MPH 49.9 MPG. 30 MPH 52 MPG 30 MPH 48.6 MPG. 40 MPH 45 MPG 40 MPH 44.2 MPG. 50 MPH 36 MPG 50 MPH 39.3 MPG. Average on… | ||
| scan0072 | Specification sheet detailing a vehicle's overall dimensions and component details. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Rm/Wym.1/SW.7.10.40. OVERALL DIMENSIONS. Length (locker closed) 11' 7" Width 4' 7" Height (unladen) 5' 1" Wheelbase 6' 11" Turning Circle 34' 0" Track 3' 9" Ground clearance (axle) 7" No. of… | ||
| scan0073 | Comparison table of interior dimensions for various vehicle models. | ||
| View original record | 8 H.P Tourer. | 8 H.P. and 9 H.P. Super. | 9 H.P. | 10 H.P. | 12 H.P. | 14 H.P. and 20 H.P. Standard wheel clearance from seat cushion. 7" | 7" | 6" | 6" | 5½" | 5" Steering wheel clearance from seat… | ||
| scan0074 | Specification table detailing various car interior dimensions. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Rear seat width Effective. 36" 36" 36" 36" 40" 46" 39" 42" Super DeLuxe Rear seat depth 15" 18 1/2" 17" 18" 18 1/2" 21" Maximum interior 49" 48" 48" 48" 50" 53" width. At rear At rear elbows… | ||
| scan0075 | Request to arrange a normal road test report for an 8 HP Standard car. | ||
| View original record | 1093 Rm/Wym. from Rm. ET will you please make a "Standard" file. Ruis' request Rm.8/ML.4.10.40. 8 h.p. STANDARD. Will you please arrange to get a normal road test report on this car. This consists of… | ||
| scan0076 | To the Transport Dept regarding an 8 HP Standard Saloon, enclosing an invoice and cheque for payment. | ||
| View original record | M.L 1093 Mr Barkworth, Transport Dept. Rm2/Dn30.9.40 re 8 HP STANDARD Saloon. -------------- I am sending you herewith Invoice No B.08475 of 23rd inst (JBD./8290) from the British & Colonial Motors… | ||
| scan0077 | Letter enclosing a cheque for an 8HP Standard saloon and discussing the vehicle's registration book. | ||
| View original record | Rm1/Dn 30th Septr 1 9 4 0. BRITISH & COLONIAL MOTORS LTD, Up:St Martin's Lane & Long Acre, L O N D O N. W.C.2 Dear Sirs, I enclose herewith crossed cheque No I.30444 on Messrs Williams Deacon's Bank… | ||
| scan0078 | Invoice from British & Colonial Motord Ltd to W. A. Robotham for a used Standard 8 HP Saloon. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF INVOICE. No B.08475 BRITISH & COLONIAL MOTORD LTD, Upper St Martin's Lane & Long Acre, L O N D O N. W.C.2 To: W. A. Robotham, Esq., c/o Rolls-Royce Ltd, D E R B Y. 23rd Sept 1940 J.B.D To 1… | ||
| scan0079 | The dispatch of an invoice and cheque for an 8 HP Standard Saloon car. | ||
| View original record | Triplicate copies Mr Barkworth, Transport Dept. Rm2/Dn30.9.40 re 8 HP STANDARD Saloon. -------------------------- I am sending you herewith Invoice No B.08475 of 23rd inst (JBD./8290) from the British… | ||
| scan0080 | Letter to British & Colonial Motors Ltd. enclosing a cheque for an 8HP Standard saloon and discussing the vehicle's registration. | ||
| View original record | Rm1/Dn BRITISH & COLONIAL MOTORS LTD, Up.St Martin's Lane & Long Acre, L O N D O N. W.C.2 30th Septr 1 9 4 0. Dear Sirs, I enclose herewith crossed cheque No I.30444 on Messrs Williams Deacon's Bank… | ||
| scan0081 | Copy of an invoice for a used Standard 8 HP Saloon for W. A. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF INVOICE. No B.08475 BRITISH & COLONIAL MOTORS LTD, Upper St Martin's Lane & Long Acre, L O N D O N. W.C.2 To: W. A. Robotham, Esq., c/o Rolls-Royce Ltd, D E R B Y. 23rd Sept 1940 J.B.D To 1… | ||
| scan0082 | Letter to J.B. Donaldson regarding a missed appointment and arranging a vehicle viewing. | ||
| View original record | Ask AL. Giles. what is it worth this? 1093 Rm/AA.8/ET. 19th September 1940. J.B. Donaldson Esq., British & Colonial Motors Ltd., 140 Long Acre & Upper St. Martin's Lane, LONDON W.C. 2. Dear Mr.… | ||
| scan0083 | Purchase of a Lancia Aprilla and the sale of a Vauxhall, with handwritten follow-up instructions. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Sg. 1076 Hives Sg.12/KW.16.12.41. [Signature] Bm Hoyman [Initials] Rm/wM Referring to Rm.2/h.9.12.41, I have spoken to Hs. about this matter, and we agree that you should buy the Lancia… | ||
| scan0084 | To the Accounts Department authorising the purchase of a Lancia Aprilia. | ||
| View original record | To: Accounts Department from Rm. Rm. 1/h. 22.12.41. LANCIA APRILIA. Sg. has agreed that we should purchase this car for £220. Will you, therefore, please sign a cheque as per the attached invoice. Rm. | ||
| scan0085 | Authorising the purchase of a Lancia Aprilia car for £220. | ||
| View original record | To: Accounts Department from Rm. Rm. 1/h. 22.12.41. 10,000 Car. 1076 LANCIA APRILIA. Sg. has agreed that we should purchase this car for £220. Will you, therefore, please sign a cheque as per the… | ||
| scan0086 | Specification and overhaul report for a Lancia Aprilia car. | ||
| View original record | Lancia Aprilia 1076 Date purchased. 23rd November 1937. Colour. Grey. Upholstrey Cloth; blue covers Tyres. Front Both nearly new. Rear One worn smooth and the other good Spare Not used. Standard… | ||
| scan0087 | Performance review of a 13 HP Lancia Aprilia, registration ELB.405. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/Wym. 1076 13 HP Lancia Aprilia - ELB.405. We have the following comments to make on the above car. ENGINE. Engine performance good. Very bad for engine roughness which we think can… | ||
| scan0088 | Vehicle road test report detailing issues with braking, steering, suspension, and transmission. | ||
| View original record | Foot brake pedal is heavy to operate. Position of hand brake lever is bad it is tucked away under the scuttle and one requires a telescopic arm to reach it. STEERING. When we first received this car… | ||
| scan0089 | Specification sheet detailing vehicle performance figures and engine details. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- -3- Rm/Wym.9/OH.22.1.42. car, but do appreciate a motor that holds the road, and has a snappy performance. We give herewith a specification of the car and actual performance figures taken on… | ||
| scan0090 | Specification sheet detailing a vehicle's lubrication, cooling, fuel, ignition, and drivetrain components. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- -4- Rm/Wym.9/OH.22.1.42. Lubrication. Forced feed by gear pump. Complete and continuous oil filtration of a vane filter with automatic cleaning. Cooling. Water Circulation by centrifugal… | ||
| scan0091 | Technical specification sheet detailing brakes, steering, suspension, wheels, tyres, and weight. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- -5- Rm/Wym.9/OH.22.1.42. Brakes. Shoe expansion type. Front brakes on road wheels. Rear brakes on propelling unit shafts. Foot control of the Lockheed type, hydraulically operated on all four… | ||
| scan0092 | Table of fluid capacities for various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- -6- Rm/Wym.9/OH.22.1.42. Capacity of Tanks. Petrol 11 gallons Water, including engine and radiator 1½ " Oil:- Engine 1 " Gearbox 1¾ pints. Propelling Unit 2 " Steering box ½ " Front… | ||
| scan0093 | Numerous faults on a Lancia car following a 1,200-mile test run after an overhaul. | ||
| View original record | 1076 To Wym/C.Lee. c. Wym. c. Rms. Chassis file Rm/MHR.8/DH. 24.2.44. L A N C I A. This car has recently been at the agents in London for general overhaul, and one would expect it to be in good… | ||
| scan0094 | Multiple faults found on a Lancia car after a 1,200-mile test run. | ||
| View original record | To Wym/C.Lee. c. Wym. c. Rm. ✓ 1076. Rm/MHR.8/DH. 24.2.44. L A N C I A. This car has recently been at the agents in London for general overhaul, and one would expect it to be in good running order. I… | ||