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).
Erection particulars for four Wraith III chassis, detailing body types, specifications and required fittings.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 167\5\ img200 | |
| Date | 20th May 1937 | |
| SECRET. Mem from E/Ev.{Ivan Evernden - coachwork} Copy to Mr. Dy.{F R Danby} RWD, RBS. Memo. Bm/Wet. E/Ev.{Ivan Evernden - coachwork}1/M.20.5.37. Re: WRAITH III. CARS We give below the erection particulars of the following Wraith III. chassis for which bodies have been instructed or are in the course of construction:- 26.G.6. Enclosed Limousine. "E" type steering. One spare wheel on off-side of car. Wheels - black. Bonnet 8'5" overhang and 11° slope. 27.G.6. Four-Door Saloon. "E" type steering. One spare wheel on offside of car. Wheels - colour not yet decided. (Now decided - Brown) Bonnet 8'5" overhang and 11° slope. 28.G.6. Continental Touring Limousine. "E" type steering. One spare wheel on offside of car. Wheels - colour not yet decided. Bonnet 8'5" overhang and 11° slope. 29.G.6. Enclosed Limousine. "E" type steering. One spare wheel on off-side of car. Wheels - black. Bonnet 8'5" overhang and 11° slope. For all of these cars we are assuming that you will arrange to supply and fit the latest Lucas P.100 Type Headlamps of special R.R. design, and the R.R. type Lucas Streamline Wing Lamps. A fog lamp of a type approved by yourselves should be instructed and fitted. Will you please arrange to supply to Messrs. Park Ward & Co., electric screen wipers for 27.G.6, 28.G.6 and 29.G.6. of whatever type you wish to try provided they comply with the Ministry of Transport's latest regulations, and are suitable for the coachwork design. This matter is urgent. (Cont'd) | ||