Specifications and details for the Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. Type 320 Saloon and a 2-seater sports model.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 126\3\ scan0110 | |
| Date | 24th March 1941 guessed | |
| THE FRAZER-NASH - B.M.W. 16.2 - H.P. (9ft. WHEELBASE) TYPE 320 FOUR - SEATER TWO - DOOR SALOON MODEL The Type 320 Saloon is the lowest-priced of the 16-h.p. models in the Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. range. The main features of its specification are the powerful and smooth 6-cyl. O.H.V. engine unit, rigid box-section chassis frame with integral body floor, independent suspension of the front wheels (transverse spring above) with independent steering, 4-wheel hydraulic brakes with automatic adjustment. The well-built all-steel saloon with "turret top" provides inter-axle seating for all passengers, and is upholstered in best quality cloth. ENGINE 2-litre; bore 66 mm. x stroke 96 mm. ; capacity 1,971 c.c. ; compression ratio 6 to 1. Annual Tax £12 15s. 6 cylinders. O.H. valves operated by pushrods. Solex carburetter, fitted with easy-starting device, large air cleaner and silencer with connection to valve cover for removal of engine fumes. 4-bearing crankshaft. Ignition by Bosch coil and distributor. Cooling by impeller pump and fan. Hand-operated radiator shutters. Single dry-plate clutch. 4-speeds gearbox—ratios: Top, 4.3 to 1; 3rd, 6.6 to 1; 2nd, 9.8 to 1 and 1st, 16 to 1. Silent 2nd with synchromesh operative between 3rd and top gears. Orthodox transmission by dynamically-balanced propeller shaft to spiral bevel final drive. CHASSIS Frame of closed box-section, with three substantial cross-members. Front wheels are independently sprung (by transverse spring). Semi-elliptic springs at rear. Hydraulic shock absorbers. Hand-braking on all four wheels, controlled by foot-brake. Hand-brake, separately cable-operated, to rear wheels only. Rack and pinion steering—front wheels independently steered. Bosch electrical equipment throughout (as on all models). Chassis equipment includes "one-shot" lubrication, easy-jacking system. Dunlop 5.50 x 16 low-pressure tyres on disc wheels, rear petrol tank of over 11-gallons capacity—fuel supply maintained by mechanical pump operated from camshaft, excellent tool-kit (in detachable box), full range of instruments with rheostat illumination control for night driving. CHASSIS Downswept tubular steel frame—3 cross-members. Front wheels independently sprung and steered. Semi-elliptic springs at rear. Hydraulic shock absorbers front and rear. Rack and pinion steering. Hydraulic brakes (with automatic adjustment). Foot-brake controls all 4 wheels, with hand-brake separately cable-operated to rear wheels. "One-shot" chassis lubrication. Rear petrol tank of large capacity with external filler. Dunlop low-pressure tyres on disc wheels—detachable —knock-off eared hub caps. Vigot easy-jacking system. Bosch electrical equipment throughout. Usual range of instruments, including large diameter speedometer and large diameter revolution counter. Data: Wheelbase, 8 ft. Track (front), 3 ft. 9¼ ins. (rear), 4 ft. ; Overall length, 12 ft. 4 ins. ; Width, 5 ft. 1 in.; Inside width (driving compartment), 3 ft. 5 ins.; Ground clearance, 8½ in.; Turning circle, 29 ft. approx.; Petrol consumption 24 m.p.g.; Weight, 15½ cwt.; Maximum Speed, 100 m.p.h. approx.; Cruising speed, 85 m.p.h. BODY Exceptionally well-built 2-seater body to A.I.A.C.R. regulations. Fully equipped for road, deep valance front and rear wings (running boards incorporated), 'cut-away' sides, spare wheel recessed in rear panel, built-in rear number-plate, full touring hood (folding behind seats), excellent luggage space, divided vee-screen (both sections folding flat separately), two doors, 'built-in' head-lamps, detachable rear wheel shields, seats and interior upholstered in leather, two bonnet straps with quick-action release buckles. Separate illustrated catalogue and successes brochure sent on request. £695 . 0 . 0 | ||
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