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Arranging the collection of a second Bentley 'B' body from coachbuilder Park Wards.19th Dec 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0056
Arranging the collection of two Bentley 'B' bodies from Park Wards before Christmas.19th Dec 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0057
Letter from coachbuilders Park, Ward & Co. regarding an omission on the front wings for Bentley 'A' bodies.19th Dec 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0058
Logistics and progress of two Bensport car bodies, including modifications and instrument fitting.19th Dec 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0059
Arrangements with coachbuilder Park Wards for the preliminary mounting of a Bentley 'B' body.20th Dec 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0060
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward Co. Ltd. arranging the collection of a second Bentley 'B' body and the exchange of wings and tyres.22th Dec 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0061
List of Bentley 'A' body weights with accompanying explanatory notes.24th Dec 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0062
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co Ltd regarding the collection of a spare wheel and tyre for Bentley 'B' and 'A' coachwork.28th Dec 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0063
Damaged Bentley 'A' Body being sent to Park Ward Ltd. for rectification.5th Jan 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0064
Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd providing the calculated weight of a Bentley 'B' Tourer coachwork.5th Jan 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0065
Letter from coachbuilders Park, Ward & Co. Ltd regarding a speedometer head and cable for a Bentley 'B' Tourer.6th Jan 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0066
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a speedometer drive for an open Bentley 'B' body.9th Jan 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0067
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting the manufacture of five wheel discs for a Bentley 'B' Close Coupled Saloon.9th Jan 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0068
Production of a set of wheel discs for Bensport & Peregrine models.9th Jan 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0069
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the dispatch and modification of front scuttle panels.20th Jan 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0070
Letter to coachbuilder Thrupp & Maberly regarding slow progress and wheelarch issues on a Sports Saloon Bentley 'B' body.21th Jan 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0071
Request from Messrs. Park Wards to add louvres to scuttle panels to match bonnet sides.24th Jan 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0072
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the dispatch of a metal wheel arch for a Bentley 'A' body.4th Feb 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0073
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. detailing modifications and requirements for two new Bentley 'B' car bodies.7th Feb 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0074
Letter discussing the specifications for a Drop Head Allweather Coupe body and requesting a quote for mounting.7th Feb 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0075
Specification of coachwork for a Park Ward Sports Saloon on a Bentley B.4. model chassis.1st Jun 1938Box 84 \ 1  scan0076
Specification document detailing instructions for a car body's accessories, weight, delivery, and associated drawings.18th Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0077
Specification of coachwork for a Park Ward Allweather Drop Head Coupe on a Bentley B.4 model.31th Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0078
Specifications for vehicle coachwork, including accessories, weight limits, and supplied drawings.31th Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0079
Body modifications for the Bensport chassis.11th Feb 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0080
Requesting a sample wheel, tyre and dummy hubs for a B. 4. Sports Saloon.17th Feb 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0081
List of criticisms and suggestions regarding the Bensport body following a road test.19th Feb 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0082
Arranging the despatch of a Rudge Whitworth wheel to coachbuilders Park Ward Ltd. for the fabrication of custom discs and wheel covers.21th Feb 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0083
Correspondence regarding the despatch of a wheel and dummy hub for a B.4. Sports Saloon.21th Feb 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0084
Alterations to the Dummy Hub for 'Bensport' cars to accommodate changes in Rudge Whitworth wheel shells.22th Feb 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0085
Response addressing eight bodywork criticisms from a test report on the B.4. model in France.3rd Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0086
Sample set of four 'Ventacars' for saloon bodies manufactured by Benton & Stone Ltd.2nd Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0087
Response addressing body criticisms from a test report on the B.4. model in France.3rd Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0088
Production delays of a Sports Saloon body due to chassis redesigns and scheduling issues.3rd Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0089
Delay in chassis readiness for body fitting and the preference for closed bodies for testing purposes.7th Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0090
The positioning and effectiveness of the scuttle tail lamp on a Bensport 4 car.7th Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0091
Providing a satisfaction note to Park Wards for the closure of their account.9th Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0092
The preparation of three chassis and corresponding bodies for Bensport, including body types and wheel modifications.9th Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0093
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning revised delivery dates for Bentley bodies, modifications for a chassis, and the need for a new set of wheels.9th Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0094
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the dispatch of three driving mirrors for various Bentley models.17th Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0095
Criticism of headlamp illumination on experimental Bentley 'B' cars and efforts to source improved P80 and P100 lamps.31th Mar 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0096
Being ready to collect the next Bentley 'B' body.1st Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0097
Telegram regarding a hold-up on a Lidsey Bentley body due to pending designs.3rd Jul 1944Box 84 \ 1  scan0098
Letter to Messrs Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding collection arrangements and instrument board specifications for Bentley 'B' bodies.4th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0099
Bentley bodies, chassis limitations, collaboration with coachbuilders, and the value of stock bodies.4th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0100
Delivery schedule for a saloon car, the use of 10-EX type wings, P.100 headlamps, and instructions for lamp standard height.4th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0101
Permission to collect a Bensport body from Park Wards using a lorry.5th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0102
Experimental P.100 and P.80 lamps for a Bentley 'B' model.5th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0103
Fitting P.100 Headlamps and shorter wing brackets to the 'Bensport' second saloon car.7th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0104
Correspondence regarding a delay in supplying Lucas headlamps for a Bentley 'B' Park Ward Coupe and a list of parts being sent.21th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0105
Requesting permission for a lorry to collect a completed experimental Bentley car body.22th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0106
List of faults and required alterations discovered when mounting a second Bentley body.24th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0107
List of required modifications and observed issues on a vehicle, page 2.24th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0108
Letter from coachbuilder Park, Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the dispatch of Drop-head Coupe coachwork for a Bentley 'B' chassis.27th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0109
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward regarding the despatch of a Bentley 'B' Drop-Head Coupe body and parts.1st May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0110
Checklist and dispatch note from coachbuilders Park, Ward & Co., Ltd. for a Bentley 'B' Blue drop head Coupé body.27th Apr 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0111
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. arranging for a Bentley body to be mounted, faults to be corrected, and a missing switch to be supplied.4th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0112
The weights of two Bentley body styles, an Open Touring Body and a Drop Head Coupé.4th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0113
Comparing gear lever and instrument board dimensions on two Bentley models to address an issue with changing gear.5th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0114
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding adjustments to Bentley 'B' Drop-Head and Close Coupled Coupe bodies.5th May 1938Box 84 \ 1  scan0115
Outlining two points that a C.S.C. report will illustrate regarding stock body purchasing and the development of the Continental Saloon P.2.1st Jan 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0116
The despatch and return of Lucas headlamps for an experimental Bentley.11th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0117
The despatch of a wheel and spare wheel covers for alteration.11th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0118
Arranging the despatch of two Bensport Rear Wings to Messrs. Park Ward Ltd. for modification.15th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0119
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd requesting the urgent dispatch of two rear wings for a Bentley 'B' Tourer.15th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0120
Telegram requesting the urgent return of rear wings off a B Tourer.15th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0121
The receipt, fitting, and exchange of various headlamp models for a Bentley 'B' drophead coupe.16th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0122
Fitting of headlamps and missing items for a Bentley 'B' Drop-head Coupe.17th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0123
The return of a front seat cushion and a floor carpet for modification.19th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0124
Exchange of headlamps for a Bentley 'B' model.22th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0125
Exchanging headlamps for a Bentley 'B' model, requesting the return of P100's upon receipt of RB.170 SED headlamps.23th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0126
Responding to twelve specific points regarding the construction of Bentley bodies.25th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0127
Issues with wheel covers, discs, and wings, attributing faults to the coachbuilder's lack of prior access to the chassis.25th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0128
Body weight specifications and spring settings for the 3.5 Litre Bentley.24th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0129
Letter to Messrs Park Ward & Co. Ltd requesting them to send men to Derby to mount a Bentley 'B' body.25th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0130
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning insufficient steering wheel clearance on a Bentley 'A' Drop Head Coupe.25th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0131
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning an urgent Bentley body mounting job and other parts.26th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0132
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding arrangements to mount an Open Touring Body on a Bentley 'B' chassis.26th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0133
From E.V. to H.S. regarding an upcoming sales visit to Derby to decide on Bentley bodies for show and stock cars.26th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0134
Wheel discs for a green Bentley and the potential need to revert to Dunlop wheels.27th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0135
Despatch and replacement of Lucas P.100 headlamps.30th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0136
Confirming the return of P.100 lamps upon receipt of RB.170 headlamps for Bentley cars.30th May 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0137
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward requesting a modification to a Bentley 'B' Drop Head Coupe's hood design for better appearance when down.3rd Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0138
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting the urgent creation of new front wings and running boards for a Bentley 'B' Saloon experiment.3rd Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0139
Alternative wings and options for reducing the weight of running boards for car model 2.B.IV.7th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0140
The manufacturing challenges, materials, and alternative designs for car step boards.7th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0141
Confirming a telephone conversation regarding specifications for an Open Bentley and wind tunnel experiments.7th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0142
Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the delivery of Wheel Covers and Carpet to Derby.8th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0143
The despatch of unusable wheel discs that arrived with a Bentley body.12th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0144
Follow-up letter regarding the overdue delivery of a sample Bentley wheelarch and discussions on making lighter car components.13th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0145
Weight breakdown of components for a Bentley Black Sports Saloon (Park Wards) body.13th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0146
Weight summary for a Blue Drop Head Coupe (Park Ward) 3.B.IV. car, including a breakdown of individual component weights.18th Jun 1923Box 84 \ 1  scan0147
Weight specification sheet for an Open Sports Touring Body and various chassis models.18th Jun 1923Box 84 \ 1  scan0148
Letter to Messrs Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting a delivery date for new wings for a Bentley 'B' saloon body.13th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0149
The return of tools and parts to Messrs. Park Ward Ltd. used for fitting Bentley Bodies.13th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0150
Arranging the despatch of five 'Ace' Wheel Discs and a spanner, which are being returned as unsuitable for chassis 2.B.IV.13th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0151
Unavailability of a Bentley 'B' Drop Head Coupe for work on its head.14th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0152
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the new wings for a Bentley 'B' will be ready for dispatch and arranging for a Mounter to visit Derby.15th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0153
New wings and running boards for the 2nd Bentley car.16th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0154
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the fitting of new wings and running boards.16th Jun 1933Box 84 \ 1  scan0155


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