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).
Letter discussing the possibility of a cheaper post-war 10 HP model, seeking sales advice on a 2-door vs 4-door configuration.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 109\2\ scan0062 | |
| Date | 21th September 1940 | |
| MYTH 1030 Em/AA.{D. Abbot-Anderson}3/ET. J.P. GAYFORD, Esq., Haslemere Motor Company, Woodbridge Road, GUILDFORD, Surrey. 21st September 1940. 704 Dear Mr. Gayford, How are you? I fear you have been having a trying time lately. You may remember we had a chat about the possibility of producing a cheaper car after the war. Supposing we built a 10 H.P. at a reasonable figure, which would have the characteristics of the Rolls-Royce, its durability, reliability, etc., should we go for a 2-door or a 4-door saloon? Your observations from a sales point of view would be most helpful. Personally I feel that the 2-door is for the man who can only just afford a motor car at all. If you have time to drop me a line I shall be most grateful. Please remember me to "Stumpy" and hoping to see you before this time next year! With kind regards, Yours sincerely, | ||