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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
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Letter from British Filters Ltd confirming they would be prepared to fit an oil filter to Chassis No. B.155.LE.1st Jan 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0136
The handover of a car to Mr. C.L. Breedon and the signing of forms.19th Jan 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0137
The handover of a B-V for Mr. C.L. Breedon, awaiting a permit.16th Jan 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0138
Letter explaining a delay in completing a car due to icy roads and the prioritisation of the war effort.21th Jan 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0139
Inquiry regarding the availability of parts for fitting an external oil filter to a 4¼ litre Bentley.21th Jan 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0140
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd postponing a car job and relaying third-party feedback on a Bentley B.5's suspension.25th Jan 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0141
The sourcing and manufacturing of filter parts for customer cars.27th Jan 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0142
Acquisition of a car licence for Mr. C.L. Breedon before obtaining a registration number.28th Jan 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0143
Letter to C.L. Breedon regarding his car's readiness and observations on another vehicle.30th Jan 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0144
Confirming the delivery of a new B.V. car, chassis No. B.18.AW, to a Mr. Breedon.11th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0145
Letter to C.L. Breedon of Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. concerning drawings for the 'Myth' prototype and enclosing Bentley V car maintenance notes.13th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0146
Letter regarding sending a Wraith carburetter to fix a car and a search for an efficient axle fan for tank cooling.13th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0147
Letter from Rotol Airscrews concerning an employee release and a persistent carburation problem with a Wraith car.10th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0148
Notification of the sale of a Streamline Saloon car and a request for the recommended tyre pressures.1st Aug 1939Box 89 \ 5  scan0149
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. confirming the sale of a Rolls-Bentley car and that the book has been posted.20th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0150
Wilmot-Breeden's experience with plating gun barrels.21th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0151
Mr. Wilmot-Breeden collecting his car.5th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0152
Query regarding costs for modifications and parts for a Bentley Car ex Wilmot Breedon.9th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0153
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd to W.A. Robotham enclosing a copy of correspondence sent to Mr. Cowen.11th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0154
Letter from C.L. Breeden of Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. expressing his first impressions of the new B.V. car.11th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0155
Letter providing an address for a registration book following a telephone enquiry.18th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0156
Letter regarding a petrol ration book, vehicle faults including a cracked cross member and broken lubrication pipes, and upcoming drawings.20th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0157
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd concerning progress on a bumper, the 'Myth' project, and die-casting.17th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0158
Letter discussing progress and arranging a future meeting, with a postscript about a car's registration book.20th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0159
Confirming the despatch of a Wraith Stromberg carburetter for Sir Stanley White's car.20th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0160
Sending a carburetter for fitment to Sir Stanley White's Wraith car.21th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0161
Failed service attempt on Sir Stanley White's chassis WEC.67, noting the carburetter will be returned.27th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0162
Despatch and return of a Wraith carburettor for Sir Stanley White's chassis WEC-67.24th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0163
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd regarding car issues including a cracked cross-member, poor petrol consumption, and petrol rationing.24th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0164
Letter discussing the petrol situation, awaiting drawings for a steering wheel and grille, and a postscript regarding a Petrol Ration Book.8th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0165
Request for instructions to enable Hythe Road to carry out modifications.8th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0166
Sheared axle driving shaft on Chassis No.3-AX-35, concluding the cause was likely heavy usage.26th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0167
Broken nearside axle shaft from Cricklewood to Derby.23th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0168
Halfshaft failure on chassis 3-AX-35, attributing the fault to the early Phantom III clutch design.8th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0169
Potential cause of an axle failure on chassis 3-AX-35, weighing a 'jaggering clutch' against suspected harsh treatment.1st Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0170
Clutch lining change on car 3-AX-35 for the Lord Provost of Glasgow.16th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0171
Letter inquiring about the availability, specifications, and servicing of 'post-war Bentley' cars.11th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0172
Signed by Charles Rolls.18th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0173
Letter to a customer responding to queries about the Bentley Mark V, including specifications, price, and availability.18th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0174
Letter discussing the potential sale of a 4.5 litre Bentley and borrowing a Frazer Nash car.19th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0175
Letter discussing war-related work and the potential sale of a 4 1/4 Bentley and a Frazer Nash BMW.17th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0176
Letter discussing car prices and the potential sale of a vehicle.21th Mar 1948Box 89 \ 5  scan0177
Letter on headed notepaper regarding the unaffordability of a motor due to high income tax.21th Mar 1948Box 89 \ 5  scan0178
Letter from G.R.N. Minchin to W.A. Robotham regarding the sale of a Bentley car for £1,250.24th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0179
Detailed description and history of a 4¼ Litre Bentley, chassis B.30.GA.26th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0180
Letter to R. Johnson regarding particulars and valuation of a car owned by a Mr Minchin.26th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0181
Comprehensive list of materials supplied for chassis B.214.GA.20th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0182
Parts list detailing part numbers, quantities, and descriptions for various components such as washers, shock dampers, and a fan belt.28th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0183
Letter from the Managing Director of Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. detailing a suspected big end engine failure on his Bentley V.28th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0184
Letter expressing an opinion on a car's performance compared to motor journal descriptions and a previous vehicle.30th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0185
Letter to C.L. Breedon regarding an analysis of car trouble and performance comparison.30th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0186
To Group Capt. Oliver regarding a 3 1/2 litre Bentley Coupe for sale.27th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0187
Letter to a customer regarding a bearing failure, petrol consumption, and performance of their car.7th Apr 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0188
Continuation page of a letter comparing the performance feel of Bentley II and Bentley V cars.7th Apr 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0189
Follow-up memo regarding the availability of parts from filter manufacturers for an external oil filter.27th Jan 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0190
Letter from a customer inquiring about a car exchange price and a trial for a new model.25th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0191
A long and hard job on a motor.10th Apr 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0192
Work report detailing maintenance and checks performed on a specific chassis and engine.10th Apr 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0193
Letter discussing feedback on BMW car models and their potential as a basis for a new vehicle.13th Apr 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0194
Letter discussing the features of a BMW, a 1934 Bentley, and the desire to sell a 4 1/4 litre model.18th Apr 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0195
A customer's car faults, delivery, and a request for a vehicle trial.18th Apr 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0196
Letter to a customer regarding a loan of a 'Trials car' and the unavailability of other cars for purchase.18th Apr 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0197
Letter to Mr. G.R.N. Minchin regarding the sale of a car and the collection of a Frazer Nash.19th Apr 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0198
Letter to a customer about engine detonation issues with low octane 'Pool petrol' and the solution of altering the ignition setting.24th Apr 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0199
Letter to a customer regarding the sale of her car, explaining that sales activities have ceased due to the war.1st May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0200
Letter on Peto & Radford headed paper to Mr. Robotham regarding a delay in communication and work on an anti-night bomber device.8th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0201
Letter from G.R.N. Minchin discussing car modifications, a 3 1/2 Bentley, and the sale of a 2 1/4.10th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0202
Letter on headed paper from Charles Rollason arranging to borrow a motor.10th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0203
Letter discussing a car's back axle issue and an enquiry to purchase an experimental model.12th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0204
Instructions for sending an account for work carried out on chassis B.214.GA.14th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0205
Letter to John Howlett regarding a car repair and the availability of a 4 1/4 litre Bentley.14th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0206
Short letter to Mr. Neville Rollason regarding a car service arrangement.14th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0207
Letter from Wellworthy Piston Rings Ltd. regarding correspondence about Mr. Minchin's car and the delivery of a 'taste'.17th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0208
Letter to J. Howlett of Wellworthy Piston Rings concerning a Bentley for sale and parts.19th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0209
The collection of a car from Derby.20th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0210
Letter to G.R. Minchin regarding a visit to Derby with his B.M.W. and the impact of war activities.20th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0211
Chassis number, detailing a telephoned telegram message about a Bentley's last known owner.21th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0212
Request from a supplier's director to borrow a car.24th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0213
Letter from Peplow Hall regarding arrangements to collect and return a motor.18th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0214
Confirming a car is ready for collection for Neville Rollason of Peplow Hall.30th May 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0215
List of modifications for customer B.V cars, detailing changes to brakes, gearbox, and front springs.28th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0216
Instructions for adjustments and modifications to front springs, clutch, propeller shaft, electrical systems, body, and rev-counter.28th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0217
Table detailing modifications made to specific customer B-V cars.28th Mar 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0218
Investigation into an alleged big end knock and a front suspension thump on chassis B.20 AW for Mr. Breedon.5th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0219
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. regarding the collection of a damaged Bentley after an accident.11th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0220
Letter from a customer detailing a car accident and listing pre-existing mechanical faults.11th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0221
Feedback on a vehicle, covering both performance praise and build quality issues.11th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0222
Letter from C. L. Breeden to W.A. Robotham providing feedback on car body issues, including poor door locks and a creaking roof.11th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0223
Gearbox and window rattles on Wilmot-Breeden's car.16th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0224
Letter confirming the final payment for the purchase of chassis 214.GA, with deductions for repairs.19th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0225
Letter discussing a muddle over number plates and arranging a meeting about car parts like bumpers and steering wheels.20th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0226
Letter to G.R.N. Minchin arranging a meeting at the Works, followed by lunch and a car trial in Belper.22th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0227
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd regarding the sale of a B.11 4 1/4-litre Bentley and progress on first samples.23th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0228
Damaged front wing from Breeden's car to be sent to Park Wards.25th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0229
Vehicle valuation for a customer wishing to sell his car.28th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0230
Typed letter to Captain Byfield regarding assistance with disposing of a car.28th Jun 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0231
List of replacement parts fitted to chassis B.18.AW after an accident and under works policy.1st Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0232
List of replacement parts fitted to chassis B.18.AW for Mr. Breedon following an accident.1st Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0233
List of new parts fitted to Chassis B.18 AW for Mr. Breeden after an accident.2nd Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0234
Accident repairs for Mr. Breeden's B.V. car, chassis B.18.AW.6th Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0235


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