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).
Communication to Bentley Motors regarding dangerous bumper clips on a Paris Trials car.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 118\2\ scan0209 | |
| Date | 4th July 1935 | |
| F.J.H. When can I see a bumper bar with the latest improvements? To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby By Hs{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}/Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer} X1023 Levallois Puz Sr/VA2/ET.4.7.35 Re: WILMOT BREEDON SPECIAL 'A' TYPE BUMPER CHASSIS N° B.105.GW - PARIS TRIALS CAR With reference to our Sr/VA6/GM.27.5.35, the same thing has happened to the off side clip as fitted to the front bumper on the above car. We consider these clips are very dangerous and could be the cause of a serious accident. Please let us know what should be done in the matter as we feel that you will realise the matter is urgent. Sr/VA. VA | ||