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).
The particulars of a 'Buick' car for registration as an experimental vehicle.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 124\3\ scan0025 | |
| Date | 7th April 1919 | |
| Mr. Lomas. from EH. X 331/Y. EH1/LG7.4.19. 7th. April 1919. With reference to the "Buick" Car, the following are particulars. Bore 3.2" Stroke 4½". Number of cylinders - 6 R.A.C. rating 25HP. Type of body - Open Touring - 5 seats - hood and wind (screen. Colour - Dark Green. Position of name-plates:- Front - fixed on axle. Rear - " " to tyre carrier. Weight (unladen) - 25 cwts. Whether used for trade purposes - this will be an Experimental Car - we want it licenced to carry passengers. I have heard that there is a special rate for registering cars which is used for demonstration or Experimental purposes. If this is so, this car ought to come under that rating. EH. | ||