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).
Promotional material for a new Oldsmobile chassis and its 110 HP straight-eight engine, with a detailed list of features.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 153\4\ scan0039 | |
| Date | 22th April 1940 guessed | |
| A BRAND NEW CHASSIS BIGGER AND BETTER IN EVERY WAY 1. Modern Coil Springs all around. 2. Knee-Action Wheels. 3. Dual Stabilizing Arms. 4. Lateral Stabilizer Bar at rear. 5. Front Ride Stabilizer. 6. Double-Action Hydraulic Shock Absorbers. 7. 7-Bearing Hypoid Rear Axle. 8. Rigid X-member Frame. 9. Dual Center-Control Steering. 10. Completely Sealed, Super-Hydraulic Brakes. 11. Mechanical Emergency Braking System. 12. Tri-Cushion Engine Suspension. 13. Valves and Cylinders Completely Water-Jacketed. 14. Positive Pre-Engagement Starter. 15. Vacuum Fuel Saver. 16. Electro-Hardened Aluminum Pistons. 17. Automatic Choke Control. 18. Booster-Type Fuel Pump. 19. Leak-Proof, Ball-Bearing Water Pump. 20. Heavy-Duty, Air-Cooled Generator. 21. Under-Hood, Air-Cooled Battery. 22. Safety Steel Wheels. 23. Needle-Bearing Universal Joints. BIG 110 H.P. STRAIGHT EIGHT ENGINE THE LAST WORD IN FLASHING ACTION The incredible smoothness of Oldsmobile's big, straight-eight engine becomes even more remarkable when you step on the accelerator and note the instant response to the throttle, the tremendous surge of power held in reserve. It's the kind of power plant you would expect to find in a custom car. And it delivers performance that is tailored to your measure, regardless of what your driving requirements may be. | ||