This time the focus is on references of the Commercial Range that were produced after 1913
Commercials is not really my area of speciality and most car magazines that I have viewed give lip service to the commercial range very rarely are tests performed
however much classic & Vintage magazines in more recent years have always had a Commercial column of discoveries of history on some of the more unusual makers Practical Classics Had Commercially Travelling & Commercially Speaking as Does The Automobile - The Commercial column later spun off from The Automobile Magazine and others to Specialised Commercial Magazines that lot after this area - I covered most Practical Classics to 1998 still on gong anf most of the Automobile to 1988 - Book mark this blogg as I will be progressively adding to it over next few years
Trucks 1912-1919
1912 Truck photographed in New Zealand NZ Reg AS3165; D Bennets; CHCH a competitor in the 1975 NZ Commerical Vehicle Rally
See: November -December 1975 Restored Cars (Aus) Page 20 Issue 13
1914-1918 A10/B10 Lorry a Discovery Comments: Worthy of Comment Graeme Owen of Sheepscombe near Stroud sent an account of recent trips in Glocester area with friend Charlie Price ; 2nd found in Cirencester leaving main rd of colesbourne truck chassis recovered via 1930 Leyland RETRIEVER 8.6 LITRE DIESEL 6 WHEELER; CLOSER INSPECTION ALBION ONE OF 6000 A10 or B10 approved by the war dept great war b made until 1927 further 9000 made ; columist Grand Mother ran one of former WD types for family green grocer business E Williams 5 High st west noewood reg YL 5787 - IT WOULD BE GREAT IF SAME VEHICLE? inc photo of recovery
See: September 1981 Old Motor (GB) Page 10 Volume 3 Issue 9 edited by Michael Worthington-Williams
1915 Flat deck truck one turned up for sale in New Zealand in 1993
See: September 1993 NZ Classic Car Page 81 Volume 3 Issue 9 it was for sale by tender in 06 area (ie Levin -Wairarapa -New Plymouth area)
A10 1914-1918 owner writes for parts (inquries are useful as often names & addresses of the finder who more often and not is the owner is saif vehicle from which other Albion enthusists can seek out to gain info)Reader follows up Oct 85 issue Orcadian Oddessy by Michael Worthington-Williams which he recorded a visit to Orkney he photographed an area called Camp showing a solid tyred commercial from disc reader beliefs it’s a front axle from A10 of Great war Period Reader would like parts; no photo
See March 1986 The Automobile (GB) Page 6 Volume 4 Issue 1
1920-1929 Trucks
1920s A100 TRUCK apparently in 1998 The Specialist Commercial magazine of which I have not had the pleasure of documenting ran a Restoration Saga of such a truck getting restored
See June to August issue of Vintage Roadscene (GB)
1920s mid SB24 Lorry on solid tyres mentioned in a column
Commercial Corner Follow up a mention restoration underway it will join the vintage fleet of Bevan Furniture at Newhaven but it needs a flywell and clutch (they already use and have 1919 RAF Type Leyland as a regular rally goer and hopefuly the Albion will accompany it) no photo -words by Nick Baldwin
See: October 1984 The Automobile (GB) Page 69 Volume 2 Issue 8
To continue
Saturday, December 5, 2009
ALBION MOTOR CAR CO.(GB) 1900-1913
ALBION MOTOR CAR CO.(GB) of Scotland cars
Originally sold cars later moved to Commercials particularly trucks and buses where they were in production until 1972
First cars which were produced for very few years until 1913
References
History
Brief History
See: 16th November 1949 The Motor (GB) Page 523-526 : Comments: -Part of a feature on Scotish cars
History
See: 10th November 1961 Autocar (GB) Page 802-803 Comments: - Car History Profiled against 3 other Scottish makes Argyll; Arrol-Aster;Arrol-Johnson
Few of the cars surive although I believe a Few more have come to light since below references one is in the Scotish Museum
1904/5 16hp chassis discovered : chassis re-surfaced again,1st 1990
See October 1998 The Automobile (GB) Page 67 - probablty same car sold at Auction in 1989-1990
1904 16hp chassis was auctioned by Sold! Highlights of LAMBERT & FOSTER Autumn 1989 Allington Castle nr Maidstone Wednesday Oct 18; 1904 Albion 16hp chassis engine on wheels sold on a telephone bid at 5000p back to Scotland where it will be housed on a planned museum of Scottish road transport near Edinburgh (bw photo of it on back of a flat deck truck as lot 253); just a mention part of a auction report by Richard Hudson-Evans
See: January 1990 Practical Classics Page 111 Vol 10 Issue 9
1908 Flat top photo of one in Australia in 1956 : Keith Holmes as he leaves Katoomba on the 1956 Blue Mountain Rally for vintage cars part of a feature -Old Soldiers never die feature and photos by Bill Daly
See: Photo in June 1956 Modern Motor (Aus) Page 49 Volume 3 Issue 1
Originally sold cars later moved to Commercials particularly trucks and buses where they were in production until 1972
First cars which were produced for very few years until 1913
References
History
Brief History
See: 16th November 1949 The Motor (GB) Page 523-526 : Comments: -Part of a feature on Scotish cars
History
See: 10th November 1961 Autocar (GB) Page 802-803 Comments: - Car History Profiled against 3 other Scottish makes Argyll; Arrol-Aster;Arrol-Johnson
Few of the cars surive although I believe a Few more have come to light since below references one is in the Scotish Museum
1904/5 16hp chassis discovered : chassis re-surfaced again,1st 1990
See October 1998 The Automobile (GB) Page 67 - probablty same car sold at Auction in 1989-1990
1904 16hp chassis was auctioned by Sold! Highlights of LAMBERT & FOSTER Autumn 1989 Allington Castle nr Maidstone Wednesday Oct 18; 1904 Albion 16hp chassis engine on wheels sold on a telephone bid at 5000p back to Scotland where it will be housed on a planned museum of Scottish road transport near Edinburgh (bw photo of it on back of a flat deck truck as lot 253); just a mention part of a auction report by Richard Hudson-Evans
See: January 1990 Practical Classics Page 111 Vol 10 Issue 9
1908 Flat top photo of one in Australia in 1956 : Keith Holmes as he leaves Katoomba on the 1956 Blue Mountain Rally for vintage cars part of a feature -Old Soldiers never die feature and photos by Bill Daly
See: Photo in June 1956 Modern Motor (Aus) Page 49 Volume 3 Issue 1
Friday, December 4, 2009
ALBERT
ALBERT
References on this maker:
History of Maker and discussion of only surivor
an article was cross refernced to as source (not documented by me as of yet)
See: Veteran & Vintage (GB) 1956 carried story of a Surving 11.9hp Albert car made by Adam Grimaldi of Vauxhall London in 1920 the firm was taken over by Gwynnes if Chiswick (who had made the engines) better known for their fire engine pumps and their own Gwynne Eight light cars ; Mentioned in Discovery feature 1922c vehicle Gwynne-Albert 4 door tourer had been featured in Aug 1984 The Automobile Page 18 GWYNNE-ALBERT (GB)
All weather tourer 1921-Park Ward body RHD
See: Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1986 APR Page 149 Volume 5 Issue 1
Details: car that came up for sale by a dealer in 1986 used regularly over last 5 years ; Park Ward body and in very original and concours condition 6850p and dealer was Akeds of St Annes ; St Georges Road ; St Annes ; Lancashire (Volvo main dealers) 0253 722241
Front axle assemby inc hubs for sale
See: The Automobile (GB) 1986 NOV page 10 Volume 4 Number 9Spare Parts -parts available sale aswell as similar parts for Lancaster 10 1933 ; no photo by vendor: Mr A Richardson; Barn Farm; Horsham Lane; Wallis Road ; Dorking Surrey; RH5 5RL
New Entry in 2010 -Letter to Editor reader claims not a 1922 car featured in previous issue Discovered Photo : Details : letters follow up reader sends an huge letter of corrections to photos and discovered cars previously featured 1st is the photo of the Albert in November issue almost sure not a 14hp which was introduced late in 1922 as 1923 car the reg number appears to be PC 4420 which would be an Oxford issue of around April 1922 and therefore too earlier to be a 14hp model no photos with writer by David Hales; Esher; Surrey See: December 1987 THe Automobile (GB) Page 6 Volume 5 Issue 10
References on this maker:
History of Maker and discussion of only surivor
an article was cross refernced to as source (not documented by me as of yet)
See: Veteran & Vintage (GB) 1956 carried story of a Surving 11.9hp Albert car made by Adam Grimaldi of Vauxhall London in 1920 the firm was taken over by Gwynnes if Chiswick (who had made the engines) better known for their fire engine pumps and their own Gwynne Eight light cars ; Mentioned in Discovery feature 1922c vehicle Gwynne-Albert 4 door tourer had been featured in Aug 1984 The Automobile Page 18 GWYNNE-ALBERT (GB)
All weather tourer 1921-Park Ward body RHD
See: Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1986 APR Page 149 Volume 5 Issue 1
Details: car that came up for sale by a dealer in 1986 used regularly over last 5 years ; Park Ward body and in very original and concours condition 6850p and dealer was Akeds of St Annes ; St Georges Road ; St Annes ; Lancashire (Volvo main dealers) 0253 722241
Front axle assemby inc hubs for sale
See: The Automobile (GB) 1986 NOV page 10 Volume 4 Number 9Spare Parts -parts available sale aswell as similar parts for Lancaster 10 1933 ; no photo by vendor: Mr A Richardson; Barn Farm; Horsham Lane; Wallis Road ; Dorking Surrey; RH5 5RL
New Entry in 2010 -Letter to Editor reader claims not a 1922 car featured in previous issue Discovered Photo : Details : letters follow up reader sends an huge letter of corrections to photos and discovered cars previously featured 1st is the photo of the Albert in November issue almost sure not a 14hp which was introduced late in 1922 as 1923 car the reg number appears to be PC 4420 which would be an Oxford issue of around April 1922 and therefore too earlier to be a 14hp model no photos with writer by David Hales; Esher; Surrey See: December 1987 THe Automobile (GB) Page 6 Volume 5 Issue 10
Saturday, October 31, 2009
ALBATROSS MOTOR CAR CO (US) 1939
ALBATROSS -The Second manufacturer to use this unusual name its berief history was discussed in same issue as discovered of 8hp and 10hp models built by a British manufacturer of a similar name but they are NOT connected
See: November 1980 OLd Motor Page 7 Volume 2 Issue 11 : Details are: Worthy of Comment After discussing recent discovery of 2 British Albatros ; MichaeL WW discusses the little known US company with same name but with 2 SS ;
"The car was made a brief appearance late in 1939 in the US offered by the Albatross Motor Car Co from Premises of 1780 Broadsway at 57th Street New York City ; car was designated Type 137 an advanced 2 seater sporting car that its makers called a racing convertible and owned nothing to British Co ; only 1 car made and its believe to survive in the hands of a private collector according to correspondant at New Yorker Magazine" qv ; there is no photo of the car in the article by Michael Worthington-Williams
New Entry Reprint of Photo
SS Roadster featured in a period advert : Worthy of Comment -reprint phito from Old Motor; MWW includes a period bw advert of SS Roadster Type 137 Announcing the New American Albatross 137 - in column by Michawl Worthington Williams
See September 1984 Classic & Sportscar (GB) Page 14 Volume 3 Issue 4
See: November 1980 OLd Motor Page 7 Volume 2 Issue 11 : Details are: Worthy of Comment After discussing recent discovery of 2 British Albatros ; MichaeL WW discusses the little known US company with same name but with 2 SS ;
"The car was made a brief appearance late in 1939 in the US offered by the Albatross Motor Car Co from Premises of 1780 Broadsway at 57th Street New York City ; car was designated Type 137 an advanced 2 seater sporting car that its makers called a racing convertible and owned nothing to British Co ; only 1 car made and its believe to survive in the hands of a private collector according to correspondant at New Yorker Magazine" qv ; there is no photo of the car in the article by Michael Worthington-Williams
New Entry Reprint of Photo
SS Roadster featured in a period advert : Worthy of Comment -reprint phito from Old Motor; MWW includes a period bw advert of SS Roadster Type 137 Announcing the New American Albatross 137 - in column by Michawl Worthington Williams
See September 1984 Classic & Sportscar (GB) Page 14 Volume 3 Issue 4
ALBATROS (GB) 1923-1924
ALBATROS
From My knowledge there were 2 car manufacturers who used this unusual name 1 in the United Kingdom the subject of this Blogg and other that came much later in the US
Here we examin the British manufacturer (GB=Great Britain)
References -2 cars a 8hp and 10hp were discovered in 1980 and the Magazine the 'Old Motor' gives a small but detailed information on the maker and the vehicles concerned
under a regular column feature-Worthy of Comment (Discovered section)
See: November 1980 Old Motor Page 7 Volume 2 Issue 11 and quating from the text
"Around a dozen cars produced by Croft Road Works in Coventry said to be inspiration of 1 Albert Ross" (that’s to why it took its name made in 8hp and 10hp form; parts bought in from outside suppliers ;power by Coventry Simplex; Electrics by Brolt
"news -2 cars recently surfaced a 8hp and a 10hp ; The 8hp for many years resided in a Garage of a lady driver near Cardigan together with a Bayliss-Thomas (The Bayliss as of 1980 under going restoration in Battle Sussex) and subsequently languished for many year in a cornor of the Bridgend Foundry in the centre of Cardigan thinking this was only surivor -We later met Mike Errol of South Godstone at a recent Sotherby Sale who has just completed a major restoration for a 1923 10hp found in dilapidated condition in Leeds but basically complete wearing a Chummy open 4 seater body instead Mike has modified it to 2 seater with Dickey" (1986 Throughbred & Classic Cars car hmm...) Note picture of one of suivors as found and it was written Michael Worthington-William
New Entries
10.9hp 2 seater Roadster +Rumble Seat -Charlesworth 1920-1921?? a letter to the EDitor -Details:Reader writes in that his father owned a Albatross of 1920-1921 vintage owned in the mid 1920s (but they started production 1923?*) the body was made to a special order by Charlesworth for his mother and featured a 2 seater body with a rumble seat at rear ; it was coloured yellow with black wings and running boards with a chrome radiator shell with blue badge and chrome letters ; it has wooden Sankey wheels ; rear brakes only and was powered by a 4 cylinder side valve Climax engine of 10.9hp ; single carb and drove through a 3 speed gb ; unusual feature was a very large 6v battery the width of the body fitted under the front seats ; in 1926 it was sold to Cyril Lord a former motorcycle TT rider who owned the London Road Garage in Coventry ; I understand only 5 were ever made and my father would appreciate any information as to whether his car or any others survive ; qv (pretty much word for word with some edits by me) - no photo written by Ian A Griffiths; Dawlish; Devon
See July 1984 Classic & Sportscar (GB) Page 14 Volume 3 Issue 4 Details:
#2 new Entry Follow up on July 1984 Classic & Sportscar
8 hp & 10hp discoveries
Worthy Follow up July 1984 letter inquiry on survivors there are 2 survivors ; 2 models were built an 8hp and a 10hp both with Coventry Climax engines and the firm enjoyed a very brief existence indeed in Croft Road Coventry between 1923-1924 ; open 2 and 4 seaters were built and company maintained a sales and export office at 69 Great Queen St ;Kingsway London WC2 ; the 2 models were similar and employed Brolt electrics but the smaller car eschewed a differential ; despite 2 seasons of manufacture and agents appointed in London ;Cardiff; Manchester ; Sheffield and all the principal towns in England and Scotland ; total Albatros production was about 12 cars qv; the 8hp 4 seater shown is now resident at Gwbert near Cardigan and has been owned for many years by a Mr Matthews who was originally the proprietor of the Bridge End Foundry in the centre of Cardigan ;when last seen it was standing on flat tyres on the showroom ; dusty but otherwise sound but we have not seen it for a couple of years following mr Matthews retirement ; the other car; the other car a 10hp 2 seater which surfaced 8 years ago when it was brought by Mike Erroll ; he kept ot for a year then sold it only to re-acquire it 4 years ago with a biew to restoration ; that task has bee completed in recent weeks; and it took it for its first run in the South Godstone Surrey area a few days before this column closed for press ; the restoration included a new body and a complete re-trim qv by Michael Worthington_williams
See Sept 1984 Classic & Sportscar (GB) Page 14 Volume 3 Issue 4
and in 1986 One of those cars turned up for sale in classifieds section of Throughbred & Classic Cars
A 10hp Tourer +dickey 1923
See: Dec 1986 Throughbred & Classic Cars (GB)Page 146 Volume 14 Issue 3
this car was a dealer listing and it believed it is 1/56 cars made of this light car model -This car was powered by a climax engine and was sale then for 5950 pounds sterling
The Dealer in question in 1986 was listed as and its following address
Motospot ; North Kilworth;Lutterworth LE17 6EP (I believe the dealership no longer exsists?)
From My knowledge there were 2 car manufacturers who used this unusual name 1 in the United Kingdom the subject of this Blogg and other that came much later in the US
Here we examin the British manufacturer (GB=Great Britain)
References -2 cars a 8hp and 10hp were discovered in 1980 and the Magazine the 'Old Motor' gives a small but detailed information on the maker and the vehicles concerned
under a regular column feature-Worthy of Comment (Discovered section)
See: November 1980 Old Motor Page 7 Volume 2 Issue 11 and quating from the text
"Around a dozen cars produced by Croft Road Works in Coventry said to be inspiration of 1 Albert Ross" (that’s to why it took its name made in 8hp and 10hp form; parts bought in from outside suppliers ;power by Coventry Simplex; Electrics by Brolt
"news -2 cars recently surfaced a 8hp and a 10hp ; The 8hp for many years resided in a Garage of a lady driver near Cardigan together with a Bayliss-Thomas (The Bayliss as of 1980 under going restoration in Battle Sussex) and subsequently languished for many year in a cornor of the Bridgend Foundry in the centre of Cardigan thinking this was only surivor -We later met Mike Errol of South Godstone at a recent Sotherby Sale who has just completed a major restoration for a 1923 10hp found in dilapidated condition in Leeds but basically complete wearing a Chummy open 4 seater body instead Mike has modified it to 2 seater with Dickey" (1986 Throughbred & Classic Cars car hmm...) Note picture of one of suivors as found and it was written Michael Worthington-William
New Entries
10.9hp 2 seater Roadster +Rumble Seat -Charlesworth 1920-1921?? a letter to the EDitor -Details:Reader writes in that his father owned a Albatross of 1920-1921 vintage owned in the mid 1920s (but they started production 1923?*) the body was made to a special order by Charlesworth for his mother and featured a 2 seater body with a rumble seat at rear ; it was coloured yellow with black wings and running boards with a chrome radiator shell with blue badge and chrome letters ; it has wooden Sankey wheels ; rear brakes only and was powered by a 4 cylinder side valve Climax engine of 10.9hp ; single carb and drove through a 3 speed gb ; unusual feature was a very large 6v battery the width of the body fitted under the front seats ; in 1926 it was sold to Cyril Lord a former motorcycle TT rider who owned the London Road Garage in Coventry ; I understand only 5 were ever made and my father would appreciate any information as to whether his car or any others survive ; qv (pretty much word for word with some edits by me) - no photo written by Ian A Griffiths; Dawlish; Devon
See July 1984 Classic & Sportscar (GB) Page 14 Volume 3 Issue 4 Details:
#2 new Entry Follow up on July 1984 Classic & Sportscar
8 hp & 10hp discoveries
Worthy Follow up July 1984 letter inquiry on survivors there are 2 survivors ; 2 models were built an 8hp and a 10hp both with Coventry Climax engines and the firm enjoyed a very brief existence indeed in Croft Road Coventry between 1923-1924 ; open 2 and 4 seaters were built and company maintained a sales and export office at 69 Great Queen St ;Kingsway London WC2 ; the 2 models were similar and employed Brolt electrics but the smaller car eschewed a differential ; despite 2 seasons of manufacture and agents appointed in London ;Cardiff; Manchester ; Sheffield and all the principal towns in England and Scotland ; total Albatros production was about 12 cars qv; the 8hp 4 seater shown is now resident at Gwbert near Cardigan and has been owned for many years by a Mr Matthews who was originally the proprietor of the Bridge End Foundry in the centre of Cardigan ;when last seen it was standing on flat tyres on the showroom ; dusty but otherwise sound but we have not seen it for a couple of years following mr Matthews retirement ; the other car; the other car a 10hp 2 seater which surfaced 8 years ago when it was brought by Mike Erroll ; he kept ot for a year then sold it only to re-acquire it 4 years ago with a biew to restoration ; that task has bee completed in recent weeks; and it took it for its first run in the South Godstone Surrey area a few days before this column closed for press ; the restoration included a new body and a complete re-trim qv by Michael Worthington_williams
See Sept 1984 Classic & Sportscar (GB) Page 14 Volume 3 Issue 4
and in 1986 One of those cars turned up for sale in classifieds section of Throughbred & Classic Cars
A 10hp Tourer +dickey 1923
See: Dec 1986 Throughbred & Classic Cars (GB)Page 146 Volume 14 Issue 3
this car was a dealer listing and it believed it is 1/56 cars made of this light car model -This car was powered by a climax engine and was sale then for 5950 pounds sterling
The Dealer in question in 1986 was listed as and its following address
Motospot ; North Kilworth;Lutterworth LE17 6EP (I believe the dealership no longer exsists?)
ALBANY (GB) 1978?
Edwardian 2 seater Replica
Not much is known on this maker -it may have been a 1 off
A Preview of vehicle was discussed:
18th November 1978 Autocar (GB) Page 21 Volume 149; Issue 4280 and car concerned was based on the mechanicals of a Triumph Spitfire sports car
Not much is known on this maker -it may have been a 1 off
A Preview of vehicle was discussed:
18th November 1978 Autocar (GB) Page 21 Volume 149; Issue 4280 and car concerned was based on the mechanicals of a Triumph Spitfire sports car
ALBANI SIX (AUS) 1922
Albani Six of 1922
This was early attempt to produce a car in Australia - I have 2 references to maker but both a brief snipets of information as part of attempt to list all the eaely Australian Car Manufacturers. It is not known whether there are any surivors.
Refereces are:
June 1976 Wheels (Aus) Page 95 : Part of a feature on Early Aus cars by Pedr Davis
April 1998 Australian Classic Cars - a Brief Snippet of History on Australian Great Cars A-Z
This was early attempt to produce a car in Australia - I have 2 references to maker but both a brief snipets of information as part of attempt to list all the eaely Australian Car Manufacturers. It is not known whether there are any surivors.
Refereces are:
June 1976 Wheels (Aus) Page 95 : Part of a feature on Early Aus cars by Pedr Davis
April 1998 Australian Classic Cars - a Brief Snippet of History on Australian Great Cars A-Z
ALART ( F ) 1955 -1957
ALART (F)
1 off special built by Marcel Alart, held in National Auto Museum ( F )
A black & White photo was featured in passing of this 1 off Coupe in:
Feb 1985 Modern Motor (Aus) Page 13 - At present I have no other References
1 off special built by Marcel Alart, held in National Auto Museum ( F )
A black & White photo was featured in passing of this 1 off Coupe in:
Feb 1985 Modern Motor (Aus) Page 13 - At present I have no other References
Friday, October 2, 2009
AKH (GB) 1950.
AKH (GB) were one of those many obsure British special makers whom were around the 1950s and I have as of yet little information about this company no doubt Peter Filby a writer on the British kit car and specials would have covered something of this makers obscure history
The 2 references I have so far concern same car was auctioned later been available by a dealer but listing a different year.
See:
1950 2 Seater Special Thoroughbred & Classic Cars (GB) 1989 JUN page 92 volume 16 issue 9 mention listed been sold for 4600p - Sotherbys HAC Auction 1989 ; mentioned in report - Market by David Johnson car was Reg KDK 314
and then same car coming up for sale by a dealer See:
Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1989 September page 244 volume 16 issue 12 inc phioto for sale by Barrie A Gillies Racing Limited; Bradford;Bweks (car still for sale 1990 june Classic & Sportscar magazine page 325)
The 2 references I have so far concern same car was auctioned later been available by a dealer but listing a different year.
See:
1950 2 Seater Special Thoroughbred & Classic Cars (GB) 1989 JUN page 92 volume 16 issue 9 mention listed been sold for 4600p - Sotherbys HAC Auction 1989 ; mentioned in report - Market by David Johnson car was Reg KDK 314
and then same car coming up for sale by a dealer See:
Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1989 September page 244 volume 16 issue 12 inc phioto for sale by Barrie A Gillies Racing Limited; Bradford;Bweks (car still for sale 1990 june Classic & Sportscar magazine page 325)
AJS (GB) Buses 1922-1930c
Not Popularly known and new to myself AJS built Buses:
Below is Reference to correspondance being recieved to Nick Baldwins Column Commerically Speaking in the British Vintage magazine The Automobile and the text is taken pretty much word for word as quote
On Bus discovered +history of manufacture
See: The Automobile (GB) 1984 APRIL page 63 vol 2 issue 2
The text
"Commercial corner; a letter from Recorder and Historian of AJS and Matchless Owners Club asks us if we have information on AJS Buses and coaches in particular the lone surivor in Great Witley; Worcestershire.
He tells us this was acquired by a group of West Midlands enthusists 7 years ago; since then it has vanished and he would very much like to hear from the owners.
We recall looking at the AJS but coming to the conclusion that through interesting very little was original it had been rebodied (although only a half cab portion survived) and it was re-engined and radiatored by courtesy of Leyland ; on fact the original AJS Pilot and Commodore chassis are some thing of a mystey.
Coventry Climax once told me they had copied Lycoming engines for the contract but my gasket catalogue of the time makes no reference to either type (except the little SM Type former Swift for 9hp AJS car, the famous motorcycle firm diversified desperately and without mich success in the Great Slump) the gasket list meations Meadows 6EN in the Pilot and reference to notes made of Meadows records as the Guy factory years ago shows AJS bought 125 gearbox in 1929 and 24 in 1930; Engines postively identified as having been sold to AJS included 1 in 1922; 1 on 1928 and 43 in 1929.
The first was small car type 4 but the others were 2973cc 25hp 6s similar to those used by Invicta ; larger 36hp engines were used in the Commodore and an engine of right dimensions is listed under Lycoming (dimensions are similar to one got at by Coventry Climax; 98 times 127mm and 98.5mm times 127mm engined Admiral rated at 36bhp ; rumor has it that Coventry Climax also copied Lycoming engines for Gilford but stuck to inch threads to make parts interchangeable with previously imported engines.
Assuming that the same type of Meadows gearbox was used on all models thought that less then 150 AJS buses and coaches were made ; apart from the Moores one on the Great Witley we hear that one was run by Grimsby Corporation into the 1950s ; bodies were built by D & E Petty of Hitchin and amongst their customers for complete AJS vehicles were Midland Bus Services of Airdale ; Lancashire and Yorkshire Motors ; Kingsclere Coaches; Elite of Hertfordshire ; Primrose Coaches; Epress of Grays and aptly named AJS Motor Services of Rayleigh ; included in the column were black and white photo of 6 AJS Pilot rolling chassis outside the factory AJS had built in better times in the grounds of Graiseley House; Wolverhampton - quote verbatium (bw photo shows Ref 076 LX at the front; 039LY as 2nd ; more hard to read) " Quote from the text
Below is Reference to correspondance being recieved to Nick Baldwins Column Commerically Speaking in the British Vintage magazine The Automobile and the text is taken pretty much word for word as quote
On Bus discovered +history of manufacture
See: The Automobile (GB) 1984 APRIL page 63 vol 2 issue 2
The text
"Commercial corner; a letter from Recorder and Historian of AJS and Matchless Owners Club asks us if we have information on AJS Buses and coaches in particular the lone surivor in Great Witley; Worcestershire.
He tells us this was acquired by a group of West Midlands enthusists 7 years ago; since then it has vanished and he would very much like to hear from the owners.
We recall looking at the AJS but coming to the conclusion that through interesting very little was original it had been rebodied (although only a half cab portion survived) and it was re-engined and radiatored by courtesy of Leyland ; on fact the original AJS Pilot and Commodore chassis are some thing of a mystey.
Coventry Climax once told me they had copied Lycoming engines for the contract but my gasket catalogue of the time makes no reference to either type (except the little SM Type former Swift for 9hp AJS car, the famous motorcycle firm diversified desperately and without mich success in the Great Slump) the gasket list meations Meadows 6EN in the Pilot and reference to notes made of Meadows records as the Guy factory years ago shows AJS bought 125 gearbox in 1929 and 24 in 1930; Engines postively identified as having been sold to AJS included 1 in 1922; 1 on 1928 and 43 in 1929.
The first was small car type 4 but the others were 2973cc 25hp 6s similar to those used by Invicta ; larger 36hp engines were used in the Commodore and an engine of right dimensions is listed under Lycoming (dimensions are similar to one got at by Coventry Climax; 98 times 127mm and 98.5mm times 127mm engined Admiral rated at 36bhp ; rumor has it that Coventry Climax also copied Lycoming engines for Gilford but stuck to inch threads to make parts interchangeable with previously imported engines.
Assuming that the same type of Meadows gearbox was used on all models thought that less then 150 AJS buses and coaches were made ; apart from the Moores one on the Great Witley we hear that one was run by Grimsby Corporation into the 1950s ; bodies were built by D & E Petty of Hitchin and amongst their customers for complete AJS vehicles were Midland Bus Services of Airdale ; Lancashire and Yorkshire Motors ; Kingsclere Coaches; Elite of Hertfordshire ; Primrose Coaches; Epress of Grays and aptly named AJS Motor Services of Rayleigh ; included in the column were black and white photo of 6 AJS Pilot rolling chassis outside the factory AJS had built in better times in the grounds of Graiseley House; Wolverhampton - quote verbatium (bw photo shows Ref 076 LX at the front; 039LY as 2nd ; more hard to read) " Quote from the text
AJS (GB) 1930 -1933 cars
When one traditionally thinks of the name AJS one of things of old established but now defunct Motorcycle Maker with same name which has a large following of enthusists However apart from Motor Cycles they briefly produced cars in period 1930-1933 in the United Kingdom! This came about when (Where AJS name comes from) AJ Stephens took over Clyno*
in 1930 and resulting AJS cars were very similar to Cynos that proceeded them
AJS Also produced a Bus and this will be discussed seperatly
* Clyno were small car manufacturing concern in the UK
References for AJS Cars
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History of the firm in General 2 were done seperately by The Automobile UK (Both I have not yet had the pleasure of Indexing but will be in time)
History References
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The Automobile (GB) 1987 JUN page 19+ Vol 5 Issue 4
The Automobile (GB) 1994 AUG Vol 12 Issue 5
Motorsport (GB) 1984 JUL pages 828-829 (Brief History +1930 Saloon featured)
On Vehicles themselves
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1930 2 Seater+dickey Roadster a car that came up for sale
The Automobile (GB) 1985 NOV Page 76 Volume 3 Issue 9 Classified +photo ;rare for sale for 3500 pounds; Tel TEL 052528-225 was it a Dealer?
1930 2 Seater DHC a car that was Discovered as a "Barn Find" in the UK
Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1990 JUN Page 40-41 Sports Model; History;Mr Hubbard
1930 2 Seater DHC +dickey a Discussion of One after its being restored
The Automobile (GB) 1987 JUN page 19-22 Vol 5 Issue 4 Keeping it in the family Tim Holmes chases an initial coincidence and finds a rare convertible Reg FS 650 Chassis No A1055 owned by Mr AJ Stevens nephew Alec John Stevens whose father Joseph was one of 4 founding brothers coincidence owner related by family to original founders; Mr Stevens literally down the road from the present AJS factory which is still in business making 2 stike moto cross machines and that business now owned by Fluff Brown but here there is no famil connection; and Alec Stevens by the way can be considered the librian for AJS history and photos Car is Red with black guards and running boards ; black hood ; red upholstery on yellow wire wheels RAC 8.92hp with 1019cc engine
1930 9 Saloon -Discovered
See: The Automobile (GB) 1986 FEB pages 17-18 Volume 3 Issue 12 Finds & Discoveries - Found in a garage on the Isle of Wight by G Foss owner of Family Repair Service in Andover Hants - Master Upholsterer; G Foss since restored the car
1931 '9' ex 4D now ute -A letter to the Editor
See: Thoroughbred & Classic Cars (GB) 1988 January pages 118-119 volume 15 issue 4 Charles F Drysdale; Liberton Brae ; Edinburgh writes recent purchase of remains Reg PL 4731 ; brought to Edinburgh from Kent in 1970 ; He may restore it to a shooting brake spec but needs info Charles F Drysdale; Liberton Brae ; Edinburgh it was originnally a Sedan 4 door; Saloon 4 door later a previous owner converted to a Ute
1931 SALOON 1018cc a car for sale by a Classic Dealer dealer
See: The Automobile (GB) 1984 DEC page 78 Volume 2 Issue 10 Dealer list +small bw photo ;looks like a 2 door saloon or is a 4; 9hp 37000m 2 owners discribed as absolutely mint condition orig with all documents. The car was pictured having a dark colour and as of 1984 was for sale by Dealer Motospot North Kilworth ; Nr Lutterworth ; Leics Tel 04555 2548.
1931 SALOON 1018cc a car that was discovered
See: Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1994 DEC page 62 GB In the Davis family since 1961 Reg HX 4284; Essex
8HP 1932-1933 discussed in The Automobile Magazine (as of yet I have not indexed it)
See: The Automobile (GB) 2001 APR Page 34+ Vol 19 Issue 2
Stats of motorcars sold Australia (Restored Cars an Australian publication by Eddie Ford provided sales stats of Vintage car makers
See: Restored Cars (Aus) 1976 JAN-FEB page 20 Issue 14 covers only the year 1930 a listing
The Editor of The Automobile recieved correspondance from:
recieved Correspondance from owner 2 AJS cars and I Stevens Van
See: The Automobile (GB) 1984 SEP page 72 Volume 2 issue 7 in Nick Baldwins Commercially Speaking Column
AJ Stevens not the same guy but a close relative who says his cousin Jim still works for AJS/Stevens Retreat st dactory in Wolverhampton this AJ Stevens was a dispatch eoder early in the war and rode the last 350cc stevens motorcycle since then he has acquired a 350cc for restoration and 2 ajs cars and also found in garden rotting a AJS Van bw photo of interior in Nicks preample of AJS cars saying they used same engine as Swift Cadet this was false according to Swift epert Jim Price although both were coventry climax they fact had different dimensions (Also follow up to Column of April 1984 The Automobile see AJS Bus in my blog)
New entry
Cars of 1930s sold in uK part of brief overview -A-Z 1930s guide to cars on sale in Great Britain +brief snipet history each model and bw period photo -part 1 AC to Aston Martin ; here under AJS the 9hp 1930-1932 see June 1983 Classic & Sportscar (GB) Page 78 Volume 2 Issue 3 written prior to his death -Michael Sedgwick
in 1930 and resulting AJS cars were very similar to Cynos that proceeded them
AJS Also produced a Bus and this will be discussed seperatly
* Clyno were small car manufacturing concern in the UK
References for AJS Cars
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History of the firm in General 2 were done seperately by The Automobile UK (Both I have not yet had the pleasure of Indexing but will be in time)
History References
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The Automobile (GB) 1987 JUN page 19+ Vol 5 Issue 4
The Automobile (GB) 1994 AUG Vol 12 Issue 5
Motorsport (GB) 1984 JUL pages 828-829 (Brief History +1930 Saloon featured)
On Vehicles themselves
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1930 2 Seater+dickey Roadster a car that came up for sale
The Automobile (GB) 1985 NOV Page 76 Volume 3 Issue 9 Classified +photo ;rare for sale for 3500 pounds; Tel TEL 052528-225 was it a Dealer?
1930 2 Seater DHC a car that was Discovered as a "Barn Find" in the UK
Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1990 JUN Page 40-41 Sports Model; History;Mr Hubbard
1930 2 Seater DHC +dickey a Discussion of One after its being restored
The Automobile (GB) 1987 JUN page 19-22 Vol 5 Issue 4 Keeping it in the family Tim Holmes chases an initial coincidence and finds a rare convertible Reg FS 650 Chassis No A1055 owned by Mr AJ Stevens nephew Alec John Stevens whose father Joseph was one of 4 founding brothers coincidence owner related by family to original founders; Mr Stevens literally down the road from the present AJS factory which is still in business making 2 stike moto cross machines and that business now owned by Fluff Brown but here there is no famil connection; and Alec Stevens by the way can be considered the librian for AJS history and photos Car is Red with black guards and running boards ; black hood ; red upholstery on yellow wire wheels RAC 8.92hp with 1019cc engine
1930 9 Saloon -Discovered
See: The Automobile (GB) 1986 FEB pages 17-18 Volume 3 Issue 12 Finds & Discoveries - Found in a garage on the Isle of Wight by G Foss owner of Family Repair Service in Andover Hants - Master Upholsterer; G Foss since restored the car
1931 '9' ex 4D now ute -A letter to the Editor
See: Thoroughbred & Classic Cars (GB) 1988 January pages 118-119 volume 15 issue 4 Charles F Drysdale; Liberton Brae ; Edinburgh writes recent purchase of remains Reg PL 4731 ; brought to Edinburgh from Kent in 1970 ; He may restore it to a shooting brake spec but needs info Charles F Drysdale; Liberton Brae ; Edinburgh it was originnally a Sedan 4 door; Saloon 4 door later a previous owner converted to a Ute
1931 SALOON 1018cc a car for sale by a Classic Dealer dealer
See: The Automobile (GB) 1984 DEC page 78 Volume 2 Issue 10 Dealer list +small bw photo ;looks like a 2 door saloon or is a 4; 9hp 37000m 2 owners discribed as absolutely mint condition orig with all documents. The car was pictured having a dark colour and as of 1984 was for sale by Dealer Motospot North Kilworth ; Nr Lutterworth ; Leics Tel 04555 2548.
1931 SALOON 1018cc a car that was discovered
See: Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1994 DEC page 62 GB In the Davis family since 1961 Reg HX 4284; Essex
8HP 1932-1933 discussed in The Automobile Magazine (as of yet I have not indexed it)
See: The Automobile (GB) 2001 APR Page 34+ Vol 19 Issue 2
Stats of motorcars sold Australia (Restored Cars an Australian publication by Eddie Ford provided sales stats of Vintage car makers
See: Restored Cars (Aus) 1976 JAN-FEB page 20 Issue 14 covers only the year 1930 a listing
The Editor of The Automobile recieved correspondance from:
recieved Correspondance from owner 2 AJS cars and I Stevens Van
See: The Automobile (GB) 1984 SEP page 72 Volume 2 issue 7 in Nick Baldwins Commercially Speaking Column
AJ Stevens not the same guy but a close relative who says his cousin Jim still works for AJS/Stevens Retreat st dactory in Wolverhampton this AJ Stevens was a dispatch eoder early in the war and rode the last 350cc stevens motorcycle since then he has acquired a 350cc for restoration and 2 ajs cars and also found in garden rotting a AJS Van bw photo of interior in Nicks preample of AJS cars saying they used same engine as Swift Cadet this was false according to Swift epert Jim Price although both were coventry climax they fact had different dimensions (Also follow up to Column of April 1984 The Automobile see AJS Bus in my blog)
New entry
Cars of 1930s sold in uK part of brief overview -A-Z 1930s guide to cars on sale in Great Britain +brief snipet history each model and bw period photo -part 1 AC to Aston Martin ; here under AJS the 9hp 1930-1932 see June 1983 Classic & Sportscar (GB) Page 78 Volume 2 Issue 3 written prior to his death -Michael Sedgwick
AJAX (USA) 1925-1926
AJAX were US Car manufacturer generally though to have been around from 1925-1926 and made at initially made Ajax Motors Co-15th Street Ravine Wiscosin
and Some references say car was made by Nash
Consequently there are very few references I found at this stage - total only 4 and 2 are for those cars that have come up for sale - What is strange is those 2 have come up for sale here in New Zealand , and 1 of 4 references is photo of one in Australia so its clear most may have been exported?
References:
1925 5 seat tourer came up for sale in Beaded Wheels (NZ) 1984 AUG-SEP page 33 Issue 149 classified for sale 1984; from Auckland Area ; extensive Vintage rally history in New Zealand
1925 5 seat tourer 6cyl (may very well be same car for sale in New Zealand in 1984?)
See: NZ Classic Car 1995 December page 144 Volume 5 Issue 12Details are as follows: classified +bw photo ; BUILT BY Nash; good condition Believed only restored one in NZ spares $19500 NZ car was Right Hand Drive (RHD) and Vendor phone number as of 1995 was 0061 9 426 8223 NZ
1925 5 seat Tourer 4 door was photographed at a Australian Vintage event
Restored Cars (Aus) 1975 MAY-JUN page 40 issue 10
And there also reference in what was then new Automotive magazine or book that gave technical information (not reviewed by me)
Ajax Chassis servicing 1926 See American Auto Digest 1926 OCT
and Some references say car was made by Nash
Consequently there are very few references I found at this stage - total only 4 and 2 are for those cars that have come up for sale - What is strange is those 2 have come up for sale here in New Zealand , and 1 of 4 references is photo of one in Australia so its clear most may have been exported?
References:
1925 5 seat tourer came up for sale in Beaded Wheels (NZ) 1984 AUG-SEP page 33 Issue 149 classified for sale 1984; from Auckland Area ; extensive Vintage rally history in New Zealand
1925 5 seat tourer 6cyl (may very well be same car for sale in New Zealand in 1984?)
See: NZ Classic Car 1995 December page 144 Volume 5 Issue 12Details are as follows: classified +bw photo ; BUILT BY Nash; good condition Believed only restored one in NZ spares $19500 NZ car was Right Hand Drive (RHD) and Vendor phone number as of 1995 was 0061 9 426 8223 NZ
1925 5 seat Tourer 4 door was photographed at a Australian Vintage event
Restored Cars (Aus) 1975 MAY-JUN page 40 issue 10
And there also reference in what was then new Automotive magazine or book that gave technical information (not reviewed by me)
Ajax Chassis servicing 1926 See American Auto Digest 1926 OCT
AIREDALE CARS LTD (GB) 1912-1924
AIREDALE CARS LTD (GB) 1912-1924
Not lot of information of this Car manufacturer from Britain at this stage - Only Magazine reference I have at this stage is one (ut doubt more will be added when I complete indexing of The Automobile UK , Classic & Sportscar & others)
Manufacturing base was made at Esholt, Nr Shipley, Yorkshire; and much later premises occupied as of 1975 by Naylor Bros (GB) who began as Restoring Classic & Vintage cars later developing their own Replica of MG TF Sportscar!
The Sole Reference I have comes from that Excellent Mototor Sport Magazine Incidently called Motor Sport one with Green Cover surround
See Brief History in regular series #51 "..forgotten makes" often written by Jack Cocks or Mr Bolster
BRIEF HISTORY Motorsport (GB) 1975 January Pages 33;39
Not lot of information of this Car manufacturer from Britain at this stage - Only Magazine reference I have at this stage is one (ut doubt more will be added when I complete indexing of The Automobile UK , Classic & Sportscar & others)
Manufacturing base was made at Esholt, Nr Shipley, Yorkshire; and much later premises occupied as of 1975 by Naylor Bros (GB) who began as Restoring Classic & Vintage cars later developing their own Replica of MG TF Sportscar!
The Sole Reference I have comes from that Excellent Mototor Sport Magazine Incidently called Motor Sport one with Green Cover surround
See Brief History in regular series #51 "..forgotten makes" often written by Jack Cocks or Mr Bolster
BRIEF HISTORY Motorsport (GB) 1975 January Pages 33;39
AIRCAPITAL MANUFACTURERS INC (USA) 1952c
AIRCAPITAL MANUFACTURERS INC (USA) Were not really car manufacturers but early makes of Ride on Mowers in the US which some people could argue are motor Vehicles?!
It would have to be from the land of free that Ride on Mowers were developed (THe US has largest per capita for Obese people..)
The Only reference I have for one of their models dates back to 1952 called the Sit-N-Cut Rotary lawn Mower see: A brief news snippet and bw photo
They were manufactured at 1620 South Mead ; Wichita; Kanas
Engine was of 3hp and it was 4cylinder Gasoline engine
Science & Mechanics (US) 1952 DECEMBER Page 80 Volume 23 Issue 10
It would have to be from the land of free that Ride on Mowers were developed (THe US has largest per capita for Obese people..)
The Only reference I have for one of their models dates back to 1952 called the Sit-N-Cut Rotary lawn Mower see: A brief news snippet and bw photo
They were manufactured at 1620 South Mead ; Wichita; Kanas
Engine was of 3hp and it was 4cylinder Gasoline engine
Science & Mechanics (US) 1952 DECEMBER Page 80 Volume 23 Issue 10
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AIRBORNE SERVICES EQUIPMENT (GB)
AIRBORNE SERVICES EQUIPMENT (GB)
They were a British firm of 1960s that converted vans to Mobile Campers (RVs)and they also distributed other makers -One of their most common conversions was working on Fords like the Ford Thames 15cwt van and a few were exported outside the UK with Ford backing to countries like Canada.
Later work included the Ford Transit
A Brief profile of the company was discussed on 5th February 1960 Autocar (GB) page 212
above is a Photo of Vehicle made by Corgi Toys LTD in 1960s based on a Thames (Ford GB) - I got it from models enthusists site
A Road Test for a:
Ford Thames 15cwt Camper 1959 1703cc engined
See 28th August 1959 Autocar (GB) page 90-91
Ford Thames 15cwt Camper 1959-1960 was compared with 4 other mobile campers
See: 5th February 1960 Autocar (GB) Pages 238-240
While a Ford Thames 15cwt Camper 1961 400E was found in Canada and discussed in Finds & Discovery section of Practical Classics it was found by Chris Spenceley in his hometown of Charlottetown ; Prince Edward Island Canada who writes in to say he needs information so he could restore as of 2005 he gave his email address as spenceley@pei.eastlink
See: February 2005 Practical Classics (GB) Page 29
While we move on to later conversion - Ford Transit Van
FORD Transit 4 berth Camper was photographed in black and white photo of one Reg GJN 285D and was displayed at the 9th Camper Exhibition at Olympia in 1967
See: 9th February 1967 Autocar (GB) Page 49 Volume 126 Issue 3704
AICHI MACHINE INDUSTRY (J) 1955-1969
AICHI MACHINE INDUSTRY (J) 1955-1969 They were small Japanese car and commercial maker where there is little known
But from a internet site "Cony cars were built by the Aichi Machine Industry Company in Nagoya. The company was founded in 1943 and in 1965 it became part of the Nissan group. Aichi is still operating today, building the Nissan Serena mini-bus. Cony's speciality was building micro-cars with 2 cylinder engines below 360cc. The under 360cc class in Japan was taxed at a very low rate, making the cars very inexpensive. So the Cony cars took every possible shape, from the sedan to the pick-up, including the break.
Source: http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/forum/classic-cars/19482-cony-360-wide.html.
"Aichi still builds engines for cars today but Nissan purchased Aichi in the late 60s." quote 1
"Most Cony trucks imported to the US went to large sites for yard work or light industrial work." quote 2
Source: http://www.littlecartrader.com/2006conytruck.html who were selling a truck "This Cony was originally owned by Oregon state university. This truck was originally white... We are currently rebuilding the engine with hardened valves. Washington state requires all trucks to be weighed before they can be titled. As soon as this truck can drive to the scale it will be titled." quote 3
With regard to references found by me from magazines
Is just this one:
They were also known as CONY a number of their small 354cc Flat 2 engined (Boxer) commercials were sold in the US
Road & Track Magazine did a driving impression for Cony 360 Wide light truck
See November 1969 Road & Track (US) Page 53-54
Road & Track (US) 1969 NOV pages 53-54
But from a internet site "Cony cars were built by the Aichi Machine Industry Company in Nagoya. The company was founded in 1943 and in 1965 it became part of the Nissan group. Aichi is still operating today, building the Nissan Serena mini-bus. Cony's speciality was building micro-cars with 2 cylinder engines below 360cc. The under 360cc class in Japan was taxed at a very low rate, making the cars very inexpensive. So the Cony cars took every possible shape, from the sedan to the pick-up, including the break.
Source: http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/forum/classic-cars/19482-cony-360-wide.html.
"Aichi still builds engines for cars today but Nissan purchased Aichi in the late 60s." quote 1
"Most Cony trucks imported to the US went to large sites for yard work or light industrial work." quote 2
Source: http://www.littlecartrader.com/2006conytruck.html who were selling a truck "This Cony was originally owned by Oregon state university. This truck was originally white... We are currently rebuilding the engine with hardened valves. Washington state requires all trucks to be weighed before they can be titled. As soon as this truck can drive to the scale it will be titled." quote 3
With regard to references found by me from magazines
Is just this one:
They were also known as CONY a number of their small 354cc Flat 2 engined (Boxer) commercials were sold in the US
Road & Track Magazine did a driving impression for Cony 360 Wide light truck
See November 1969 Road & Track (US) Page 53-54
Road & Track (US) 1969 NOV pages 53-54
AGUZZOLI BROS -Alfa Romeo ( I ) 1963
AGUZZOLI BROS -Alfa Romeo ( I )
2 Cars were produced by Giovanni & Sergio Aguzzoli (one had a 1300cc engine; the other had a 1600cc engine) owners Alfa-Romeo main dealers in Paema ; Luigi Bertocco who worked there had built a Fiat Monoposto and had connections with Ferrari ; together with co-op with Alfa Romeo Rocchi and Salvarani from Ferrari came involved in building this Alfa Romeo Mid Engined Coupe -the body was by Neri and Bonacini later to be known as Nembo who made a name for themselves converting customers Ferraris
1 of cars appeared at the Geneva Show 1964 and competed at Coppa Fisa Monza in 1963
References - Photo was used by a magazine as part of its mystry vehicle competition and Roland Ellison gives a brief snipet of history
See: March 2002 Auto Italia (GB) page 5 Issue #67
Later a Brief History was written by Simon Park in Auto Italia when 1 of cars turned up at Silver Flag 2006
See: 26thJanuary-22ndFebruary 2007 Auto Italia (GB) page 79 Issue 128
as 2 cars were produced 1 had a 1300cc and other 1600cc not clear in the feature which one is here?
AGTRUCK (NZ) 1988-?
AGTRUCK (NZ)1988-?
This was more a new New Zealand Manufacturer whom converted exsisting trucks for Agricultural application
One was featured in Preview feature and the truck was powered by a 210hp 6V53 Detroit Diesel engine - The Vehicle was built as mobile sprayer and was also 4 wheel drive - The particular vehicle examined belonged to Alister Ross and carried NZ Registration KP7466. Does it still survive?
See April 1988 NZ Trucking Pages 24-27
This was more a new New Zealand Manufacturer whom converted exsisting trucks for Agricultural application
One was featured in Preview feature and the truck was powered by a 210hp 6V53 Detroit Diesel engine - The Vehicle was built as mobile sprayer and was also 4 wheel drive - The particular vehicle examined belonged to Alister Ross and carried NZ Registration KP7466. Does it still survive?
See April 1988 NZ Trucking Pages 24-27
AGA (D) 1919-1926
AGA of Germany 1919-1926
AGA briefly dabbled in the manufacture of cars before concentrated on his range of expensive and well built stoves. There is not much information on surivors
However there is a Very brief snippet of history - the maker is discussed briefly in Motorsport (GB) 1999 March the feature includes includes a photo of a running example as of 1999
From the internet regarding early history"
"AGA was a German automobile company, once quite large, which manufactured its wares in Berlin from 1919 to 1929, and which by 1922 was manufacturing 1000 cars a month. It was part of the Stinnes group of companies. AGA stood for Autogen Gasaccumulator AG, a company originally founded in 1914.
The first car, the Typ A of 1919 had a 1420 cc four-cylinder car. The more successful Typ C followed in 1921 with the same engine but tuned to give more power and was sometimes used as a taxi. After Hugo Stinnes died in 1924, AGA and its sister companies Dinos, which was bought in 1925 to increase production space, and Rabag which was licensed to build Bugatti cars at the time, ran into difficulties. Plans for a six cylinder model never reached the production stage. From 1926, production was severely curtailed and stopped completely in 1929 after about 8000 had been made.
Willy Loge drove a 6/30PS sports-racing version which had a 1490cc engine, and which won many races and was entered in the 1926 German Grand Prix. Other racers also drove AGA cars.
The Swedish Thulin company made AGA cars under licence between 1920 and 1924" quoted from :http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AGA_(automobile)
and on Aga Company site who seem not have any idea when car production started!!
see:http://www.aga.com/web/web2000/com/wppcom.nsf/pages/History_AGACar
AGA briefly dabbled in the manufacture of cars before concentrated on his range of expensive and well built stoves. There is not much information on surivors
However there is a Very brief snippet of history - the maker is discussed briefly in Motorsport (GB) 1999 March the feature includes includes a photo of a running example as of 1999
From the internet regarding early history"
"AGA was a German automobile company, once quite large, which manufactured its wares in Berlin from 1919 to 1929, and which by 1922 was manufacturing 1000 cars a month. It was part of the Stinnes group of companies. AGA stood for Autogen Gasaccumulator AG, a company originally founded in 1914.
The first car, the Typ A of 1919 had a 1420 cc four-cylinder car. The more successful Typ C followed in 1921 with the same engine but tuned to give more power and was sometimes used as a taxi. After Hugo Stinnes died in 1924, AGA and its sister companies Dinos, which was bought in 1925 to increase production space, and Rabag which was licensed to build Bugatti cars at the time, ran into difficulties. Plans for a six cylinder model never reached the production stage. From 1926, production was severely curtailed and stopped completely in 1929 after about 8000 had been made.
Willy Loge drove a 6/30PS sports-racing version which had a 1490cc engine, and which won many races and was entered in the 1926 German Grand Prix. Other racers also drove AGA cars.
The Swedish Thulin company made AGA cars under licence between 1920 and 1924" quoted from :http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AGA_(automobile)
and on Aga Company site who seem not have any idea when car production started!!
see:http://www.aga.com/web/web2000/com/wppcom.nsf/pages/History_AGACar
AFRICAR (GB) 1984
AFRICAR was a a reasonably serious attempt but it lacked funding to produce a wooden based vehicle for the third world (Developing Countries) the vehicle was designed and built in Britain made of Plywood and it was designed by Tony Howarth. As part of its development testing 3 prototypes were sent on 30000km long distance tour
References:
Preview Feature CAR (GB) 1984 April
An africar goes home CAR (GB) 1984 OCT page 7 prototypes arrived in Kenya after 30000km proving run from the Artic Circle
From the Internet
I found the following further information:
"The car was the idea of Tony Howarth, an English journalist/photographer who spent most of the 1970's in Africa taking pictures. He did not like the roads, the cars and their inability to manage the roads, or the first-world's arrogance---sending lousy vehicles and billing the third-world countries for the cars and interest, while the vehicles disintegrated long before the bills were paid.
Africar was designed to handle rough roads, to be constructed of native materials, and to be made with low-skill labor---all with a minimal imported content. Using Citroën 2CV suspension and drivetrains, Howarth constructed three cars: a station wagon, a pickup and a 6-wheeler. They were built in England and driven to the Arctic Circle. From there they headed south and reached the equator in about four months. A five-hour UK Channel 4 TV special was produced, which raised interest, funds and hopes. A lovely book was printed along with many brochures.
There were promises made about global sales, third-world manufacturing rights, and so on. But the company squandered their funds on a new engine and gearbox, then floundered. Bankruptcy court sold off all the assets, put Tony Howarth in jail for a short time, and the Africars themselves have disappeared.
Tony Howarth, the former owner of Lancaster-based Africar International Limited, was sentenced to 15 months' imprisonment, having pleaded guilty to fraudulent trading and obtaining property by deception." qv from
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Africar
and further information can be found on:
www.oldwoodies.com/feature-africar.htm
and www.citroenet.org.uk/foreign/africar/africar.html
References:
Preview Feature CAR (GB) 1984 April
An africar goes home CAR (GB) 1984 OCT page 7 prototypes arrived in Kenya after 30000km proving run from the Artic Circle
From the Internet
I found the following further information:
"The car was the idea of Tony Howarth, an English journalist/photographer who spent most of the 1970's in Africa taking pictures. He did not like the roads, the cars and their inability to manage the roads, or the first-world's arrogance---sending lousy vehicles and billing the third-world countries for the cars and interest, while the vehicles disintegrated long before the bills were paid.
Africar was designed to handle rough roads, to be constructed of native materials, and to be made with low-skill labor---all with a minimal imported content. Using Citroën 2CV suspension and drivetrains, Howarth constructed three cars: a station wagon, a pickup and a 6-wheeler. They were built in England and driven to the Arctic Circle. From there they headed south and reached the equator in about four months. A five-hour UK Channel 4 TV special was produced, which raised interest, funds and hopes. A lovely book was printed along with many brochures.
There were promises made about global sales, third-world manufacturing rights, and so on. But the company squandered their funds on a new engine and gearbox, then floundered. Bankruptcy court sold off all the assets, put Tony Howarth in jail for a short time, and the Africars themselves have disappeared.
Tony Howarth, the former owner of Lancaster-based Africar International Limited, was sentenced to 15 months' imprisonment, having pleaded guilty to fraudulent trading and obtaining property by deception." qv from
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Africar
and further information can be found on:
www.oldwoodies.com/feature-africar.htm
and www.citroenet.org.uk/foreign/africar/africar.html
AFM (D) 1949-1953
AFM of Germany
This was a 2 seater sports that was originally built as a single seat race car but later converted to a 2 seater open roadster in the 1960s?- One was found in Germany and discussed in Discovered section of Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1997 November page 132
The Sportscar was derived from F2 Single Seater built by Alex von Falkenhausen and hence the name AFM and extensive historic racing history on this 2 seater can be sourced from
www.forix.com/8w/afm.html
Where in this above website articles
'1952 German GP - German F2 specials taking on Ferrari' by Mattijs Diepraam
Early post-war German F2 cars - The BMW-derived specials that came up in war-struck Germany, by Mattijs Diepraam
and extensive history of the cars particularly Great Racer of the 1930s Hans Stuck been a keen competitor of one of F2 cars see:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_von_Falkenhausen_Motorenbau
This was a 2 seater sports that was originally built as a single seat race car but later converted to a 2 seater open roadster in the 1960s?- One was found in Germany and discussed in Discovered section of Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1997 November page 132
The Sportscar was derived from F2 Single Seater built by Alex von Falkenhausen and hence the name AFM and extensive historic racing history on this 2 seater can be sourced from
www.forix.com/8w/afm.html
Where in this above website articles
'1952 German GP - German F2 specials taking on Ferrari' by Mattijs Diepraam
Early post-war German F2 cars - The BMW-derived specials that came up in war-struck Germany, by Mattijs Diepraam
and extensive history of the cars particularly Great Racer of the 1930s Hans Stuck been a keen competitor of one of F2 cars see:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_von_Falkenhausen_Motorenbau
AEROTRAIN (France) 1967
AEROTRAIN (F) 1967
Not strictly a car manufacturer in the sense - but an interesting vehicle!
It was a proposal to build a Hovercraft Train powered by 2 x rear mounted on the roof Renault Gordini engines and Technical Article appeared in Autocar (GB) 1967 FEB 9th page 47 Volume 126 Issue 3704 the feature was extract from a paper delivered by M Jean Bertin its designer and included a 'cut-a-way illustration
More Information of Aerotrain - is sourced from
see extensive research see wikipedia
below:
""The Aérotrain was a hovercraft train developed in France from 1965 to 1977. The lead engineer was Jean Bertin.
The goal of the Aérotrain was similar to that of the magnetic levitation train: to suspend the train above the tracks so the only resistance is that of air resistance. Consequently, the Aérotrain could travel at very high speeds with reasonable energy consumption and noise levels, but without the technical complexity and expensive tracks of magnetic levitation. This project was abandoned in 1977 due to lack of funding, the death of Jean Bertin, and the adoption of TGV by the French government as its high-speed ground transport solution."
Not strictly a car manufacturer in the sense - but an interesting vehicle!
It was a proposal to build a Hovercraft Train powered by 2 x rear mounted on the roof Renault Gordini engines and Technical Article appeared in Autocar (GB) 1967 FEB 9th page 47 Volume 126 Issue 3704 the feature was extract from a paper delivered by M Jean Bertin its designer and included a 'cut-a-way illustration
More Information of Aerotrain - is sourced from
see extensive research see wikipedia
below:
""The Aérotrain was a hovercraft train developed in France from 1965 to 1977. The lead engineer was Jean Bertin.
The goal of the Aérotrain was similar to that of the magnetic levitation train: to suspend the train above the tracks so the only resistance is that of air resistance. Consequently, the Aérotrain could travel at very high speeds with reasonable energy consumption and noise levels, but without the technical complexity and expensive tracks of magnetic levitation. This project was abandoned in 1977 due to lack of funding, the death of Jean Bertin, and the adoption of TGV by the French government as its high-speed ground transport solution."
AERONAUTICA MACCHI (I) 1919 -1960s?
This was Little known manufacturer of Motorcycles and motorcycle commercials based in Italy which is subsidary of the great Italian Aeroplane manufacture Aeronautica Macchi "..is one of the pioneer aviation companies in Italy. It's most famous aircraft were the seaplanes that participated in the Schneider trophy races in the 1920s and 30s." and whose aeroplane orgins begin in 1912 where Guilio Macchi forms Societa Anonima Nieuport-Macchi to build Nieuport designs. and then in the 1920s: The firm changes its name to Aeronautica Macchi.
Source: http://www.shanaberger.com/macchi.htm
While the Motorcycle or Trike side of business see Aermacchi Motorcycles and information on motorcycles can be found from the following sites
http://www.dropbears.com/bikelinks/Classic_Motorcycles/A_to_Z/A/Aermacchi_Motorcycles/
and http://www.aermacchi-world.de/Frameset.htm
and Vehicle Identification Number breakdown for Aermacchi and Harley Davidson motorcycles.
http://home-3.worldonline.nl/~jahstof/ahd/vin/vin.htm
Regard to Sole reference sole far for a vehicle
I have only found 1 reference to a 1960 3 wheel Trike based commercial - mentioned in Discovered section of Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1995December Page 41. This vehicle was found in Spain . In 1960 50% of the company was sold to US Motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson!
Source: http://www.shanaberger.com/macchi.htm
While the Motorcycle or Trike side of business see Aermacchi Motorcycles and information on motorcycles can be found from the following sites
http://www.dropbears.com/bikelinks/Classic_Motorcycles/A_to_Z/A/Aermacchi_Motorcycles/
and http://www.aermacchi-world.de/Frameset.htm
and Vehicle Identification Number breakdown for Aermacchi and Harley Davidson motorcycles.
http://home-3.worldonline.nl/~jahstof/ahd/vin/vin.htm
Regard to Sole reference sole far for a vehicle
I have only found 1 reference to a 1960 3 wheel Trike based commercial - mentioned in Discovered section of Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1995December Page 41. This vehicle was found in Spain . In 1960 50% of the company was sold to US Motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson!
Saturday, July 11, 2009
AEROMINI (NZ) 1978
Aeromini was a BMC Mini based Special, rear engined Wedge coupe 1 off produced by Mini enthusist built by Arhur Bird of Waikato, New Zealand
COUPE 1978 NZ Classic Car 1999 AUG Page 75 Volume 9 Issue 8
Recent Dicovery 1999 Held in the Mike Maulder Mini Collection;Hamilton NZ ; built by Arthur Bird ; car is white ; 850cc but uses 1000cc Mini Block
COUPE 1978 NZ Classic Car 1999 AUG Page 75 Volume 9 Issue 8
Recent Dicovery 1999 Held in the Mike Maulder Mini Collection;Hamilton NZ ; built by Arthur Bird ; car is white ; 850cc but uses 1000cc Mini Block
AEROMARINE (USA) 1955
Aeromarine was 1 off vehicle produced by backyard home owner Skeets Coleman of the USa in 1956 who invented it and formed the Cover Story-The Car Boat that flies -Harmon Trophy winner -
Preview cover story
Mechanics Illustrated (US) 1956 SEP Page 10-11 Volume 5 Issue 70
A quick look thorough 'Google' found this bit of information:
Book Reference:
A Book available on Amazon Books Called 'Special Use Vehiles - An illustrated History of Unconvential Cars and Trucks Worldwide' by George W. Green
Source:http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?index=books&linkCode=qs&keywords=0786412453
From a genealogy forum:
"Hello,This is Marty Coleman, Skeets' son. Ben and Melody Coleman are not related to our family and the seebee is unrelated to my father's Aeromarine design of the late 50's. I suspect they just chose a not uncommon name for someone working on a boat/plane machine. Skeets is living in San Diego, is 87 (as of 2005) with his younger daughter. He is planning to move to Tulsa, Oklahoma this year to live with me. He never did make the Aeromarine, but over the past decade actually did have a scale model built that has been test flown once.
If you have any questions about my father's career please feel free to ask. The actual Pogo is in the Smithsonian's Air and Space Museum annex in Virginia, near Dulles airport"
Source:
http://www.genealogyboard.com/coleman/messages/7305.html
Preview cover story
Mechanics Illustrated (US) 1956 SEP Page 10-11 Volume 5 Issue 70
A quick look thorough 'Google' found this bit of information:
Book Reference:
A Book available on Amazon Books Called 'Special Use Vehiles - An illustrated History of Unconvential Cars and Trucks Worldwide' by George W. Green
Source:http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?index=books&linkCode=qs&keywords=0786412453
From a genealogy forum:
"Hello,This is Marty Coleman, Skeets' son. Ben and Melody Coleman are not related to our family and the seebee is unrelated to my father's Aeromarine design of the late 50's. I suspect they just chose a not uncommon name for someone working on a boat/plane machine. Skeets is living in San Diego, is 87 (as of 2005) with his younger daughter. He is planning to move to Tulsa, Oklahoma this year to live with me. He never did make the Aeromarine, but over the past decade actually did have a scale model built that has been test flown once.
If you have any questions about my father's career please feel free to ask. The actual Pogo is in the Smithsonian's Air and Space Museum annex in Virginia, near Dulles airport"
Source:
http://www.genealogyboard.com/coleman/messages/7305.html
Aerocar inc (USA) 1948-1960s
Aerocar Inc was a company set up by Molt Taylor who had minor success in producing a stubby rounded car that flew! Wings and tail could be attached and car became a plane produced in Longview; Washington
References
History Feature
HISTORY Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1999 SEP Page 118+
(not reviewed by me as of yet)
Mark 1 1951
Popular Mechanics (US) 1951 JAN Page 108 Volume 95 Issue 1
Brief snipet of news and 2 black and white photos
Mark ? 1960
Wheels (Aus) 1960 SEP Page 26-27;89 Volume 13 Issue 5
Preview - A flying car for 4750 pounds sterling feature by Pedr Davis
MARK 3 1965 4 CY LYCOMING
Wheels (Aus) 1965 APR Page 34;74
Preview
MARK 3 1967 4 CY LYCOMING
Motor Trend (US) 1967 MAR Page 84-86
Preview Molt Taylors development continues;from 1951- 1957
I sure later material in the 70s and there was manufacturer who produced a Ford Pinto as Flying car with similar idea of attaching wings and tail
The Company is still alive and kicking -The Latest project converting a Lotus Elise Sportscar to Flight! Offical Website
See www.aerocar.com
History of firm in Wikipedia
Aerocar - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaAerocar International's Aerocar (often called the Taylor Aerocar) was an American roadable aircraft, designed and built by Moulton Taylor in Longview, ...
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerocar
Even a place to buy a Aerocar
Aerocar For Sale!Offered for sale is Aerocar N103D, Moulton Molt Taylor's roadable airplanes, flying automobiles, aerocars, vintage Aero Cars, unique in aviation and ...
www.aerocarforsale.com
Other sources utube has Videos of car in Flight as does Google
References
History Feature
HISTORY Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1999 SEP Page 118+
(not reviewed by me as of yet)
Mark 1 1951
Popular Mechanics (US) 1951 JAN Page 108 Volume 95 Issue 1
Brief snipet of news and 2 black and white photos
Mark ? 1960
Wheels (Aus) 1960 SEP Page 26-27;89 Volume 13 Issue 5
Preview - A flying car for 4750 pounds sterling feature by Pedr Davis
MARK 3 1965 4 CY LYCOMING
Wheels (Aus) 1965 APR Page 34;74
Preview
MARK 3 1967 4 CY LYCOMING
Motor Trend (US) 1967 MAR Page 84-86
Preview Molt Taylors development continues;from 1951- 1957
I sure later material in the 70s and there was manufacturer who produced a Ford Pinto as Flying car with similar idea of attaching wings and tail
The Company is still alive and kicking -The Latest project converting a Lotus Elise Sportscar to Flight! Offical Website
See www.aerocar.com
History of firm in Wikipedia
Aerocar - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaAerocar International's Aerocar (often called the Taylor Aerocar) was an American roadable aircraft, designed and built by Moulton Taylor in Longview, ...
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerocar
Even a place to buy a Aerocar
Aerocar For Sale!Offered for sale is Aerocar N103D, Moulton Molt Taylor's roadable airplanes, flying automobiles, aerocars, vintage Aero Cars, unique in aviation and ...
www.aerocarforsale.com
Other sources utube has Videos of car in Flight as does Google
AEROCAR (USA) 1905-1908
Aerocar was a little known US firm produced by The Aerocar Co. -Detroit,Mich.
So far I presently have 1 reference
1908 2 seater Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1998 APR of a discovery in USA not reviewed as of yet by me but in time will be
So far I presently have 1 reference
1908 2 seater Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1998 APR of a discovery in USA not reviewed as of yet by me but in time will be
AERO (CS) 1932-1953
Aero were produced by Aero-Flugzeugfbk. Kabes.- Vysocany, Prague
Relatively unknown arounfd the world and most of my information is photos of cars turned up in vintage events or recent discoveries or have turned up for sale
References
1930s -Direct drive Roadster
Your Classic (GB) 1992 NOV Page 7 Discovery in Germany year not determined and not reviewed by myself yet (Your Classic are hard to find these days they were off cause merged with classic & Sportscar as was Old Motor)
662 2 seater 1932
Practical Classics (GB) 2006 Spring page 8 photo of vehicle recent purchase by a Museum in the USA now at Lane Motor Museum; Nashville ; Usa ; www.lanemotormsm.org
Type 10 Cabrio RHD 1930 +dickey
Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1987 JUN Page 161 Volume 15Issue 9 Dealer listing of car that came up for sale in the UK ; concours condition; completely restored must be only one in the UK Thoroughbred Automobiles ; Cardiff (see March 1988 T+cc for bw photo page 166)
Type 30 Cabrio 1935 LHD
Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1987 JUN Page 161 Volume 15 Issue 9 dealer listing; concours condition;Thoroughbred Automobiles ; Cardiff, car is in red
Type 30 Cabrio 1938-Sodomka LHD
Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1987 JUN Page 161 Volume 15 Issue 9
Issue 9
Type 30 Cabrio / Type 50 Sodomka
Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1986 MAY Page 13 Volume 5 Issue 2 a letter from Czechoslavia by Karel Jicinsky; Prague ; Czechoslavia
Chase up Dec 85 issue from Aero Club rep discussion on Aero 50hp cars which 3 had Sodomka bodies one played in film Valento the the good natured; colour and final destiny unknown; 2nd for Mr Kabes Junior the son of the owner ar the Aero factory rumors exist it surives in Eastern Bohemia and 3rd car one the mag discovered was made for a Aero Dealer in Lberec (Reichenberg) in Northern Bohemia ; as far as car being displayed in France we doubt it too; although the factory made a Aero 30 that won Concours de Elegance in Paris in 1935 and 1936 ; Mr Basek who died last year designed the first car the Aero 30hp in 1932 and production started 1934 ; the aero 50hp appeared in 1936 ; then he left the factory and started making machines on his own ; except for engine the aero 50 differed only from the 30 in details top speed was 140kph ; serveral 100 Aero were exported to Western Europe ; Poland ; the Balkans and even Japan and Argentina ; In Switzerland a small factory assembled cars from delivered parts ; we do not believe car magazine featured was made for a Nazi Gerneral but believe it got taken from its owner; no photos
Type 50 Coupe 2 stroke 1939
Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1982 NOV Page 144 Volume 1 Issue 8
Car for sale in the Classifieds but no photo rare coupe 2 stroke magneto engine scuttle tank 1700p carries Reg JRF 77
Type 50 Special Roadster
Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1994 OCT Page 33
Discovered in a private collection in Poland but powered by a-Citroen engine
Type 50 Special Roadster 1939
Road & Track (US) 1990 JUN Page 120-125 Volume 41 Issue 10
a special Road & Track Salon feature of one in the US - pity not reviewed by me as of yet! and owned as at 1990 by Dan Vogelsang; Seattle; Washington
After World War 2 they ended making small economy cars
1949 Aero Minior Saloon a Photo in 1949 at an Baltic Car Show with a Skoda 1101
The Motor (GB) 1949 DEC 21th page 679
Relatively unknown arounfd the world and most of my information is photos of cars turned up in vintage events or recent discoveries or have turned up for sale
References
1930s -Direct drive Roadster
Your Classic (GB) 1992 NOV Page 7 Discovery in Germany year not determined and not reviewed by myself yet (Your Classic are hard to find these days they were off cause merged with classic & Sportscar as was Old Motor)
662 2 seater 1932
Practical Classics (GB) 2006 Spring page 8 photo of vehicle recent purchase by a Museum in the USA now at Lane Motor Museum; Nashville ; Usa ; www.lanemotormsm.org
Type 10 Cabrio RHD 1930 +dickey
Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1987 JUN Page 161 Volume 15Issue 9 Dealer listing of car that came up for sale in the UK ; concours condition; completely restored must be only one in the UK Thoroughbred Automobiles ; Cardiff (see March 1988 T+cc for bw photo page 166)
Type 30 Cabrio 1935 LHD
Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1987 JUN Page 161 Volume 15 Issue 9 dealer listing; concours condition;Thoroughbred Automobiles ; Cardiff, car is in red
Type 30 Cabrio 1938-Sodomka LHD
Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1987 JUN Page 161 Volume 15 Issue 9
Issue 9
Type 30 Cabrio / Type 50 Sodomka
Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1986 MAY Page 13 Volume 5 Issue 2 a letter from Czechoslavia by Karel Jicinsky; Prague ; Czechoslavia
Chase up Dec 85 issue from Aero Club rep discussion on Aero 50hp cars which 3 had Sodomka bodies one played in film Valento the the good natured; colour and final destiny unknown; 2nd for Mr Kabes Junior the son of the owner ar the Aero factory rumors exist it surives in Eastern Bohemia and 3rd car one the mag discovered was made for a Aero Dealer in Lberec (Reichenberg) in Northern Bohemia ; as far as car being displayed in France we doubt it too; although the factory made a Aero 30 that won Concours de Elegance in Paris in 1935 and 1936 ; Mr Basek who died last year designed the first car the Aero 30hp in 1932 and production started 1934 ; the aero 50hp appeared in 1936 ; then he left the factory and started making machines on his own ; except for engine the aero 50 differed only from the 30 in details top speed was 140kph ; serveral 100 Aero were exported to Western Europe ; Poland ; the Balkans and even Japan and Argentina ; In Switzerland a small factory assembled cars from delivered parts ; we do not believe car magazine featured was made for a Nazi Gerneral but believe it got taken from its owner; no photos
Type 50 Coupe 2 stroke 1939
Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1982 NOV Page 144 Volume 1 Issue 8
Car for sale in the Classifieds but no photo rare coupe 2 stroke magneto engine scuttle tank 1700p carries Reg JRF 77
Type 50 Special Roadster
Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1994 OCT Page 33
Discovered in a private collection in Poland but powered by a-Citroen engine
Type 50 Special Roadster 1939
Road & Track (US) 1990 JUN Page 120-125 Volume 41 Issue 10
a special Road & Track Salon feature of one in the US - pity not reviewed by me as of yet! and owned as at 1990 by Dan Vogelsang; Seattle; Washington
After World War 2 they ended making small economy cars
1949 Aero Minior Saloon a Photo in 1949 at an Baltic Car Show with a Skoda 1101
The Motor (GB) 1949 DEC 21th page 679
ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY (USA) 2001
Advanced Automotive Technology created a Chrysler PT Cruiser as basis for a London like Cab
See Autocar (GB) 2001 MAR 14th Page 17 Volume 227 Issue: 5425modelled on modern Hooper London Cab brief photos and information provided by Autocar US Columist Howard Walker
I have no other information
See Autocar (GB) 2001 MAR 14th Page 17 Volume 227 Issue: 5425modelled on modern Hooper London Cab brief photos and information provided by Autocar US Columist Howard Walker
I have no other information
ADLER MOTORCYLES ( D )
Last week I displayed my research on Adler Cars
This is what I got so far on the Motorcycles not a hell of a lot.. but you don't find this maker readily in this part of the world made by the same maker (hope to add more when I get around to reviewing early issues of Classic Bike as word is getting round and people are donating me their mags..)
Reference
1902 motorcycle 1 of 2 thought to exist!
see Beaded Wheels* (NZ) 1985 FEB-MAR Page 37 Issue #152
and this vehicle turned up for sale in 1985 here in New Zealand in Classified at back of the issue
classified ; last rallied 1974 by SG Pepper; 39 Karnak Cresent; CHCH 4
*Is published by Vintage Car Club of NZ Inc Magazine that also sold to the public here in New Zealand
M100 1949 a road test in German in 1949
Auto Motor und Sport (D) 1949 FEB (not reviewed by me in person)
M250 1953 Only one in GB;Bought ex Germany by Mary Haigh ;displayed at 2001 Classic Bike Show Kemphon Race Course Photo only
CLASSIC BIKE (GB) 2001 JULY page 7
This is what I got so far on the Motorcycles not a hell of a lot.. but you don't find this maker readily in this part of the world made by the same maker (hope to add more when I get around to reviewing early issues of Classic Bike as word is getting round and people are donating me their mags..)
Reference
1902 motorcycle 1 of 2 thought to exist!
see Beaded Wheels* (NZ) 1985 FEB-MAR Page 37 Issue #152
and this vehicle turned up for sale in 1985 here in New Zealand in Classified at back of the issue
classified ; last rallied 1974 by SG Pepper; 39 Karnak Cresent; CHCH 4
*Is published by Vintage Car Club of NZ Inc Magazine that also sold to the public here in New Zealand
M100 1949 a road test in German in 1949
Auto Motor und Sport (D) 1949 FEB (not reviewed by me in person)
M250 1953 Only one in GB;Bought ex Germany by Mary Haigh ;displayed at 2001 Classic Bike Show Kemphon Race Course Photo only
CLASSIC BIKE (GB) 2001 JULY page 7
Sunday, July 5, 2009
ADLER ( D ) 1900-1940
ADLER ( D ) 1900-1940 later to be known world wide for their type writers they were a reputable German firm who produced a number of interesting cars and motorcycles
In this part of world here in New Zealand I have never seen one - But a few have turned up outside Europe to United Kingdsom and some some open sports tourers to USA via the 'Spoils of War'
Note: FRENCH FOR ALDER is: AIGLE ( F )
Below are references so far:
History
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HISTORY See Auto Quarterly (US) Page 340-367 Vol 15 Issue 4
HISTORY See On Four Wheels (Orbis)1974 Page 34-35 Vol 1 Issue 2
Some of cars that have turned up
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1902 4 seat tonneau turned up for sale No 9 ; spec for veteran rally tel 0049 6150 /52438 poa ;Classifieds -Germany includes small photo
See: Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1996 OCT Page 231 Vol 15 Issue 7
1905-1907 I assume it was History piece in German Language Classic Publication (not reviewed by me I cannot read German)
MOTOR KLASSIC (D) 1986 SEP
1910c - Australian was seeking parts and information in a classified but we no indication of what model but we have his address!
See: Restored Cars (Aus) 1975 SEP-OCT Page 45 Issue 12classfied - Gary Dibley; No 8 Karuah Av; Coffs Harbour; NSW 2450
1911 10/20 PS 4 seater tourer project RHD : Auctions news under the hammer highlights: Brightwells at Leominster 21 March 2007 sold for 6700 pounds
mention in report 10/20PS project car ; found in the woods at Whipsnade GB
until rescued 1965; owner restoring high standard since ; body to complete
See: The Automobile (GB) 2007 MAY Page 19 Vol 25 Issue 3
1925 4 seater tourer Bw photo; part of a Report and b/w photos of The 5th Annual International Federation Rally Della Lagunda May 28-31 1964 ; photos by The Montagu Motor Museum ; 1 of 3 different makers lined up , this car obscured next to a 1929 Fiat Tipo 525N Coupe De Ville sedan & 1927 2 door Tatra
the Alder owned by Spickermann from Germany
See: Veteran & Vintage (GB) 1964 JUL Page 348 Vol 8 Issue 11
1928 Sedan 4 door sedan -black and white photo : Dieter Rohill, Germany car in behind 26 Hanomag rear engined roadster at Tockwith aerodrome 1976 Fiva International Rally held in GB this time part of a feature by Wilson McComb ; photos by Wilson McComb & Caroline Nostrand Hebb
See: Restored Cars (Aus) 1976 NOV-DEC Page 37 Issue 19
1936 SPORTS 10HP one that came up for sale in States in Classifieds no photo Chassis # 93464; eng 209204; seller was P J Nagarvala;Berkerly;Calif
See: Road & Track (US) 1969 OCT Page 133
1937 Junior Sports 2str Triump - Another that turned up for sale in the States -Market place classified ; car needs restoration; c/p Box 459 Hornell; NY 14843 no photo
See: Road & Track (US) 1979 JUN Page 194 Vol 30 Issue 10
1937-8 Junior Sports 2str Triump: -part of photographic feature -Czechoslovakia old cars photographed in Czechoslovakia in 1970 by Trevor Ryan ; car looks like its getting repaired at side of the rd Reg JO-42-62
See: Restored Cars (Aus) 1975 JAN-FEB Page 39 Issue 8
1938 DHC 10HP feature by German Classic Magazine (not reviewed by me) vs 1938 VW Beetle;1938 DKW DHC;1938 Opel Kadett 4D
See: MOTOR KLASSIC (D) 1985 SEP
1938 Diplomat 4D -WOOD BURNER (Coke burner Gas producer)Coke Stoke power ;Reg ;Emil Reichert a retired german school teachers car by Lothar Behr was still running car with this conversion in 1975 Reg: KA-04183 feature by Lothar Behr
See: Wheels (Aus) 1975 AUG Page 52-53 Vol 43 New Series issue 3
1938 Porsche Coupe special Featured on cover of rare and defunct US Classic magazine (not reviewed by me)
See: CAR CLASSICS (US) 1973 DEC
1938-1939 Aerodynamic in German Language classic magaine (not reviewed by me)
See: MOTOR KLASSIC (D) 1997 AUG
1938-1939 Aerodynamic a recent Find and Discovery in the United Kingdom
See: Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1990 NOV Page 39
1939 2.0 Cabrio Finds and Discovery in the US: Originally registed UK 'PX5 75' in 1955 ; serial#206766 in us since 1959 ; used in war years ; Karmann bodied ; present owner George Caddick ;Adler sold in GB in 30s - this one captured - on rub down Army
See: Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1985 MAY Page 88 Vol 12 Issue: 8
1939 2.0 Limousine Reg: GO-H 939 (D): BW Photo showing line up of Alders at ADLER RALLY -9TH INTERNATIONAL Michelstadt W Germany 1982 ; car is closet to camera part of brief report of the event where 60 different Alders attended part of report edited by Peter Nunn
See: Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1982 NOV Page 125 Vol 1 Issue 8
RENNLIMOUSIN 1939 COUPE (AIR FLOW) Driving Impression today and history by Mike McCarthy "Streamliner Coupe ;Where eagles dare" (not reviewed by me)
See: Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1994 FEB Page 100-105 Vol 12 Issue 11
Morgan 3 wheeler Hybrid Reg DA-04721 (D): BW Photo showing this rare car at ADLER RALLY -9TH INTERNATIONAL Michelstadt W Germany 1982 ; car is closet to camera part of brief report of the event where 60 different Alders attended edited by Peter Nunn
See: Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1982 NOV Page 125 Vol 1 Issue 8
Well more to come....
And then there is the motorcycles to do too...
In this part of world here in New Zealand I have never seen one - But a few have turned up outside Europe to United Kingdsom and some some open sports tourers to USA via the 'Spoils of War'
Note: FRENCH FOR ALDER is: AIGLE ( F )
Below are references so far:
History
-------
HISTORY See Auto Quarterly (US) Page 340-367 Vol 15 Issue 4
HISTORY See On Four Wheels (Orbis)1974 Page 34-35 Vol 1 Issue 2
Some of cars that have turned up
-------------------------------
1902 4 seat tonneau turned up for sale No 9 ; spec for veteran rally tel 0049 6150 /52438 poa ;Classifieds -Germany includes small photo
See: Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1996 OCT Page 231 Vol 15 Issue 7
1905-1907 I assume it was History piece in German Language Classic Publication (not reviewed by me I cannot read German)
MOTOR KLASSIC (D) 1986 SEP
1910c - Australian was seeking parts and information in a classified but we no indication of what model but we have his address!
See: Restored Cars (Aus) 1975 SEP-OCT Page 45 Issue 12classfied - Gary Dibley; No 8 Karuah Av; Coffs Harbour; NSW 2450
1911 10/20 PS 4 seater tourer project RHD : Auctions news under the hammer highlights: Brightwells at Leominster 21 March 2007 sold for 6700 pounds
mention in report 10/20PS project car ; found in the woods at Whipsnade GB
until rescued 1965; owner restoring high standard since ; body to complete
See: The Automobile (GB) 2007 MAY Page 19 Vol 25 Issue 3
1925 4 seater tourer Bw photo; part of a Report and b/w photos of The 5th Annual International Federation Rally Della Lagunda May 28-31 1964 ; photos by The Montagu Motor Museum ; 1 of 3 different makers lined up , this car obscured next to a 1929 Fiat Tipo 525N Coupe De Ville sedan & 1927 2 door Tatra
the Alder owned by Spickermann from Germany
See: Veteran & Vintage (GB) 1964 JUL Page 348 Vol 8 Issue 11
1928 Sedan 4 door sedan -black and white photo : Dieter Rohill, Germany car in behind 26 Hanomag rear engined roadster at Tockwith aerodrome 1976 Fiva International Rally held in GB this time part of a feature by Wilson McComb ; photos by Wilson McComb & Caroline Nostrand Hebb
See: Restored Cars (Aus) 1976 NOV-DEC Page 37 Issue 19
1936 SPORTS 10HP one that came up for sale in States in Classifieds no photo Chassis # 93464; eng 209204; seller was P J Nagarvala;Berkerly;Calif
See: Road & Track (US) 1969 OCT Page 133
1937 Junior Sports 2str Triump - Another that turned up for sale in the States -Market place classified ; car needs restoration; c/p Box 459 Hornell; NY 14843 no photo
See: Road & Track (US) 1979 JUN Page 194 Vol 30 Issue 10
1937-8 Junior Sports 2str Triump: -part of photographic feature -Czechoslovakia old cars photographed in Czechoslovakia in 1970 by Trevor Ryan ; car looks like its getting repaired at side of the rd Reg JO-42-62
See: Restored Cars (Aus) 1975 JAN-FEB Page 39 Issue 8
1938 DHC 10HP feature by German Classic Magazine (not reviewed by me) vs 1938 VW Beetle;1938 DKW DHC;1938 Opel Kadett 4D
See: MOTOR KLASSIC (D) 1985 SEP
1938 Diplomat 4D -WOOD BURNER (Coke burner Gas producer)Coke Stoke power ;Reg ;Emil Reichert a retired german school teachers car by Lothar Behr was still running car with this conversion in 1975 Reg: KA-04183 feature by Lothar Behr
See: Wheels (Aus) 1975 AUG Page 52-53 Vol 43 New Series issue 3
1938 Porsche Coupe special Featured on cover of rare and defunct US Classic magazine (not reviewed by me)
See: CAR CLASSICS (US) 1973 DEC
1938-1939 Aerodynamic in German Language classic magaine (not reviewed by me)
See: MOTOR KLASSIC (D) 1997 AUG
1938-1939 Aerodynamic a recent Find and Discovery in the United Kingdom
See: Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1990 NOV Page 39
1939 2.0 Cabrio Finds and Discovery in the US: Originally registed UK 'PX5 75' in 1955 ; serial#206766 in us since 1959 ; used in war years ; Karmann bodied ; present owner George Caddick ;Adler sold in GB in 30s - this one captured - on rub down Army
See: Thoroughbred & Classic Car (GB) 1985 MAY Page 88 Vol 12 Issue: 8
1939 2.0 Limousine Reg: GO-H 939 (D): BW Photo showing line up of Alders at ADLER RALLY -9TH INTERNATIONAL Michelstadt W Germany 1982 ; car is closet to camera part of brief report of the event where 60 different Alders attended part of report edited by Peter Nunn
See: Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1982 NOV Page 125 Vol 1 Issue 8
RENNLIMOUSIN 1939 COUPE (AIR FLOW) Driving Impression today and history by Mike McCarthy "Streamliner Coupe ;Where eagles dare" (not reviewed by me)
See: Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1994 FEB Page 100-105 Vol 12 Issue 11
Morgan 3 wheeler Hybrid Reg DA-04721 (D): BW Photo showing this rare car at ADLER RALLY -9TH INTERNATIONAL Michelstadt W Germany 1982 ; car is closet to camera part of brief report of the event where 60 different Alders attended edited by Peter Nunn
See: Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1982 NOV Page 125 Vol 1 Issue 8
Well more to come....
And then there is the motorcycles to do too...
ADEYER (AUS) 1983
ADEYER (AUS) appears to be a short lived Australian business attempting to produce a Clenet like 1930s Retro Roadster - but unlike the US counterparts based on Lincoln , Cadillac or Pontiac Chassis - The Adeyer was based on Holden 1 Ton Ute!
The only reference I have is preview story with colour photos
See: SERIES 1 RETRO-CLASS Wheels (Aus) 1983 NOV Page 68-69
The only reference I have is preview story with colour photos
See: SERIES 1 RETRO-CLASS Wheels (Aus) 1983 NOV Page 68-69
ADAMS-HERBERT (US)
ADAMS-HERBERT (USA)
I don't have any background information on this firm but belief maker is related to ADAMS-FARWELL (USA) see earlier post
And only Reference I have (not reviewed in person by me is following history feature)
See: Auto Quarterly (US) Page 144-146;150 Vol 18 Issue 2
I don't have any background information on this firm but belief maker is related to ADAMS-FARWELL (USA) see earlier post
And only Reference I have (not reviewed in person by me is following history feature)
See: Auto Quarterly (US) Page 144-146;150 Vol 18 Issue 2
ADAMS-FARWELL (USA) 1904-1913
ADAMS-FARWELL were little known US Manufacturer and as generally thought only 1 surives today?
References:
History
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HISTORY part 1 see: Autocar (GB) 1966 DEC 2nd Page 1180-1182
HISTORY part 2 see: Autocar (GB) 1966 DEC 9th Page 1220-1223
HISTORY see: Auto Quarterly (US) Page 144-151 Vol 8 Issue 2
History Letter Follow up
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See: Autocar (GB) 1967 JAN 12th page 38 Vol 126 Issue 3700 they Developed first rotary engine follow up history Dec 66 AC; by Francis Jones ;Studly Oxford
One that may have surived?
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1906 2 seater tourer a Colour A4 landscape photo of Adams-Farwell as illustration for essay by Colin Crabbe The Great archivement of early days of car development
See: Antique Automobile (US) 1971 JUL-AUG page 48 Vol 35 issue 4
References:
History
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HISTORY part 1 see: Autocar (GB) 1966 DEC 2nd Page 1180-1182
HISTORY part 2 see: Autocar (GB) 1966 DEC 9th Page 1220-1223
HISTORY see: Auto Quarterly (US) Page 144-151 Vol 8 Issue 2
History Letter Follow up
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See: Autocar (GB) 1967 JAN 12th page 38 Vol 126 Issue 3700 they Developed first rotary engine follow up history Dec 66 AC; by Francis Jones ;Studly Oxford
One that may have surived?
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1906 2 seater tourer a Colour A4 landscape photo of Adams-Farwell as illustration for essay by Colin Crabbe The Great archivement of early days of car development
See: Antique Automobile (US) 1971 JUL-AUG page 48 Vol 35 issue 4
ADAMS-BROWN (AUS)
Adams-Brown of Australia
This was a company that produced Lotus Super 7 like Clubman open sports 2 seaters which may have been used to train up and coming race car drivers of the time hence name 'Trainer' The Company may have been like the little known British firm known for Sophisicated pedal cars called Barnard who made scaled down formula 3 race cars.
However this was proper Lotus Super 7 like car here is brief road test of one owned by Stan Brown
TRAINER SPORTS 1961 Sportscar World (Aus) 1961 OCT 33-34
This was a company that produced Lotus Super 7 like Clubman open sports 2 seaters which may have been used to train up and coming race car drivers of the time hence name 'Trainer' The Company may have been like the little known British firm known for Sophisicated pedal cars called Barnard who made scaled down formula 3 race cars.
However this was proper Lotus Super 7 like car here is brief road test of one owned by Stan Brown
TRAINER SPORTS 1961 Sportscar World (Aus) 1961 OCT 33-34
ADAMS (GB) 1905-1914
Adams(GB) 1905-1914 was small British car manufacturing company produced by Adams Manufacturing Co LTD where there are few surivers today
A Brief history of the firm was:
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Motorsport (GB) 1990 AUG page 894-895 "Fragments of Forgotten Makes" #93
Cars that have surived -----------------------
1907 2 seater Mail Phaeton was featured in Column 'By the Way' of now defunct magazine Old Motor
the car was one of 3 believed to suvive in England which has reurned to its hometown of Bedford the car was built on site of Culter-Hammer Europa (makers of control units) LTD descentants of Adams car Company and its chief Executive Mr Vincent Meads handed it over To Bedford Museum; the company bought the car in 1964 and it spent some years at the Old Warden ; car fully restored by Cutler-Hammer; orig condition ; includes photo showing car with man and woman in period dress on their way to the museum
see: Old Motor (GB) 1980 FEB page 4 volume 2 issue 2
1912 2 seater tourer T Anderson car displayed Nov 14 1976 at RAC Vic Veteran Car Rally Reg 095 (Historic) just black and white photo report of that event
See; Restored Cars (Aus) 1977 MAR-APR page 15 issue 21
A Brief history of the firm was:
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Motorsport (GB) 1990 AUG page 894-895 "Fragments of Forgotten Makes" #93
Cars that have surived -----------------------
1907 2 seater Mail Phaeton was featured in Column 'By the Way' of now defunct magazine Old Motor
the car was one of 3 believed to suvive in England which has reurned to its hometown of Bedford the car was built on site of Culter-Hammer Europa (makers of control units) LTD descentants of Adams car Company and its chief Executive Mr Vincent Meads handed it over To Bedford Museum; the company bought the car in 1964 and it spent some years at the Old Warden ; car fully restored by Cutler-Hammer; orig condition ; includes photo showing car with man and woman in period dress on their way to the museum
see: Old Motor (GB) 1980 FEB page 4 volume 2 issue 2
1912 2 seater tourer T Anderson car displayed Nov 14 1976 at RAC Vic Veteran Car Rally Reg 095 (Historic) just black and white photo report of that event
See; Restored Cars (Aus) 1977 MAR-APR page 15 issue 21
ADAMS BROTHERS (GB)
ADAMS BROTHERS (GB)
One of brothers we have dealt with was Herb Adams see post:
Below is some of the references to one particular vehicle which was one of most innovative designs the Adams Brothers Probe which later spawned a number of copies that entered the Kit Car industry in the UK and I believe there is still a similar variey on the market today but more practical then orginal probes (loosely based on the Probe)
in 1981 Kit car version was called a Centaur (GB)produced by CONCEPT CARS LTD (GB)
Concept cars loosly based Probe inspired kit cars
CENTAUR MK1 COUPE form a preview see 25th MAY 1974 Motor Page 58-59
CENTAUR MK2 COUPE form a Hillman imp based kit;Centaur becomes mark 2 Reg OBD 966P and driving impression preview see 1st JAN 1977 Autocar Page 51 and written up by Kit Car Expert and founder of Alternative Car magazine Peter Filby
Probes also modeled by toy mananufacturer Corgi in their smaller Corgi Junior line in 1973 and their larger line
References:
One of Probes came up for sale in Classifieds of the Autocar
see: PROBE Autocar (GB) 1972 JUN 15th page 85 Volume 136 Issue 3974 Classified with no photo it was discribed as white with a deep purple interior -for sale at Leicester address telephone 50791
Finds and Discovery
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PROBE 15 Reg. LJO948G Alternative Cars (GB) 1981 OCT-NOV page 9 In 1981 turned up and is was for sale
PROBE 15 Reg. LJO948G a letter from a former owner
See: Component Car (GB) 1986 MAR page 46
Car Show 1969 London Show
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PROBE 16 EXOTICAR Autocar (GB) 1969 OCT 23rd page 27
powered by 1800cc BMC engine;
One of brothers we have dealt with was Herb Adams see post:
Below is some of the references to one particular vehicle which was one of most innovative designs the Adams Brothers Probe which later spawned a number of copies that entered the Kit Car industry in the UK and I believe there is still a similar variey on the market today but more practical then orginal probes (loosely based on the Probe)
in 1981 Kit car version was called a Centaur (GB)produced by CONCEPT CARS LTD (GB)
Concept cars loosly based Probe inspired kit cars
CENTAUR MK1 COUPE form a preview see 25th MAY 1974 Motor Page 58-59
CENTAUR MK2 COUPE form a Hillman imp based kit;Centaur becomes mark 2 Reg OBD 966P and driving impression preview see 1st JAN 1977 Autocar Page 51 and written up by Kit Car Expert and founder of Alternative Car magazine Peter Filby
Probes also modeled by toy mananufacturer Corgi in their smaller Corgi Junior line in 1973 and their larger line
References:
One of Probes came up for sale in Classifieds of the Autocar
see: PROBE Autocar (GB) 1972 JUN 15th page 85 Volume 136 Issue 3974 Classified with no photo it was discribed as white with a deep purple interior -for sale at Leicester address telephone 50791
Finds and Discovery
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PROBE 15 Reg. LJO948G Alternative Cars (GB) 1981 OCT-NOV page 9 In 1981 turned up and is was for sale
PROBE 15 Reg. LJO948G a letter from a former owner
See: Component Car (GB) 1986 MAR page 46
Car Show 1969 London Show
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PROBE 16 EXOTICAR Autocar (GB) 1969 OCT 23rd page 27
powered by 1800cc BMC engine;
ADAMS; HERB
Herb Adams was a busy US Desigher and constructor of Kit cars particular Beach Buggies based on VW Mechanicals and was active in 1960s to 80s
For a Profile of his word see Road & Track (US) 1978 Semptember (not reviewed bt me as of yet)
and in 1989 working with his son? Mat Adams they produced the VSE JACK RABBIT 2 seater Spyder based on mechanicals of VW Rabbit (Golf) see : Modern Motor (Aus) 1989 APR page 80-81
Kit car manufacturer & Designer PROF USA VSE (USA)
For a Profile of his word see Road & Track (US) 1978 Semptember (not reviewed bt me as of yet)
and in 1989 working with his son? Mat Adams they produced the VSE JACK RABBIT 2 seater Spyder based on mechanicals of VW Rabbit (Golf) see : Modern Motor (Aus) 1989 APR page 80-81
Kit car manufacturer & Designer PROF USA VSE (USA)
ADAMS, DENNIS -Car Designer
Dennis Adams
was a well respected and busy British car designer & Constructor known mostly for his work designing much of British Kit car industry cars 1960s -1970s Some of his designs would best discribed as very much out there likes Adams Brothers Probe and some were not popular like unusual ghastly short lived Marcos Mantis 2+2 powered by 2.5 Litre Triumph 6 cylinder less then 40 built
For More Information see under Adams Brothers
In terms the man himself
INTERVIEW of him and Preview of his cars:
See: Component Car (GB) 1986 JUN page 28-30
Classic & Sportscar (GB) 2001 MAR page 138-139 Volume 19 Issue 12 by Richard Hessitine
Recent work in 1986
ROADSTER -Retro 30s Component Car (GB) 1986 JUN page 24-27 preview feature and photos Jaguar based kit,with engines choice from 3.4/6 to a V12
was a well respected and busy British car designer & Constructor known mostly for his work designing much of British Kit car industry cars 1960s -1970s Some of his designs would best discribed as very much out there likes Adams Brothers Probe and some were not popular like unusual ghastly short lived Marcos Mantis 2+2 powered by 2.5 Litre Triumph 6 cylinder less then 40 built
For More Information see under Adams Brothers
In terms the man himself
INTERVIEW of him and Preview of his cars:
See: Component Car (GB) 1986 JUN page 28-30
Classic & Sportscar (GB) 2001 MAR page 138-139 Volume 19 Issue 12 by Richard Hessitine
Recent work in 1986
ROADSTER -Retro 30s Component Car (GB) 1986 JUN page 24-27 preview feature and photos Jaguar based kit,with engines choice from 3.4/6 to a V12
ADAM BRIDGLAND LTD (GB)
ADAM BRIDGLAND LTD (GB) was a British after market modifier of sports cars here we have a Brief Road tests of Morgan Plus 8 2 seater Roadster
Morgan Plus 8 1972 modified Motor (GB) 1972 DEC 23rd page 18-19
I no other information on this firm
Morgan Plus 8 1972 modified Motor (GB) 1972 DEC 23rd page 18-19
I no other information on this firm
ADAM, LESLIE builder of Camira Coupe Hybrid
Leslie Adam was an Australian Engineer who created for himself a Electric Rotary Hybrid 1974 years before Hybrids of today have become more fashionable.
His car was called a Camira Coupe and Camira is Aborghinal Word I think from memory for Wind
See CAMIRA COUPE -HYBRID Australian Motor Manual* 1974 JUL Page 46-49 Issue 381 for Preview feature and photograph
Australian Motor Manual is now defunct Australian Monthy Magazine that was in Publication from around 1946 to 1981 (I Have indexed them to 1977) in 1981 magazine was renamed Car Australia who ceased around 1996
In New Zealand Wellington Public Cental Library has most copies 1958-1981 biggest holding and I understand the Archives in Canberra ACT Australia has them all
Note:
However the name Camira would be used on Holden's (General Motors Australia) version of GM J Car which in UK was called Vauxhall Cavalier and in Germany a Opel Ascona of 1984-1988 so obiviously Mr Adam did not patent his cars name
His car was called a Camira Coupe and Camira is Aborghinal Word I think from memory for Wind
See CAMIRA COUPE -HYBRID Australian Motor Manual* 1974 JUL Page 46-49 Issue 381 for Preview feature and photograph
Australian Motor Manual is now defunct Australian Monthy Magazine that was in Publication from around 1946 to 1981 (I Have indexed them to 1977) in 1981 magazine was renamed Car Australia who ceased around 1996
In New Zealand Wellington Public Cental Library has most copies 1958-1981 biggest holding and I understand the Archives in Canberra ACT Australia has them all
Note:
However the name Camira would be used on Holden's (General Motors Australia) version of GM J Car which in UK was called Vauxhall Cavalier and in Germany a Opel Ascona of 1984-1988 so obiviously Mr Adam did not patent his cars name
ACYON (F)
Acyon (I might need to check spelling here as I Believe its spelt differently)
It one of those many unusual amd mostly forgotten cycle cars of 1920s
flimpsy built on bicycle wheels often single oe 2 cylinder engines sort of Ariel Atom of period but not in same league of performance however they built for enthusists as more fun vehicles
The one featured in the reference here was a light car with 2cylinders opposed (Boxer) engine on display held in the Musee Rochetailee - Vintage car Museum in Rhone ; City of Lyon ;France and it was just a photograph
See Restored Cars (Aus) 1980 Page 31 Issue 40
I believe particularly over last few years there have been discovered 1-2 were being restored during early 2000s in the UK and I may actually have reference for it via my website - so I will be coming back to update info
It one of those many unusual amd mostly forgotten cycle cars of 1920s
flimpsy built on bicycle wheels often single oe 2 cylinder engines sort of Ariel Atom of period but not in same league of performance however they built for enthusists as more fun vehicles
The one featured in the reference here was a light car with 2cylinders opposed (Boxer) engine on display held in the Musee Rochetailee - Vintage car Museum in Rhone ; City of Lyon ;France and it was just a photograph
See Restored Cars (Aus) 1980 Page 31 Issue 40
I believe particularly over last few years there have been discovered 1-2 were being restored during early 2000s in the UK and I may actually have reference for it via my website - so I will be coming back to update info
ACTION AGE INC (USA)
Action Age Incorporated were a US firm that made ATVs. ATVs are All Terrain Vehicles these usually either electic powered or powered by 2 stroke motorcycle engine having 6-8 wheels in open body to seat 4people ; bodies made of fibreglass - Invented by Canadian Firm who still licenses the product around the world to this day called ARGOCAT and in the UK for around 10-12 years the small specialist firm that made bulk of its money in the 60s removing roofs from Ford Consairs and Cortinas called Crayford was main distributor. However when Crayford went belly up Tractor company JCB in the UK stills sells the vehicle
these were in the thing in the late 1960s to 70s made popular by US TV Series "The Banana Splits" ATV's were also featured in TV series set on the Moon in Future 'Space 1999'
While focus of the reference here is US Firm
Scambler ATV 1970 see Motor Trend (US) 1970 MAY page 86-90;92
Part of a feature on ATV's available in US preview with brief bios and photographs
these were in the thing in the late 1960s to 70s made popular by US TV Series "The Banana Splits" ATV's were also featured in TV series set on the Moon in Future 'Space 1999'
While focus of the reference here is US Firm
Scambler ATV 1970 see Motor Trend (US) 1970 MAY page 86-90;92
Part of a feature on ATV's available in US preview with brief bios and photographs
Saturday, June 27, 2009
ACME SPECIAL -NZ
ACME SPECIAL
This was New Zealand Racing Special which used the Ford V8 powered from the Parry Thomas Flat Iron Special -the driver is unknown; single seater and here we have only one listing so far - However I would advice the REader to Read Graham Vercoes Book on Race Cars in New Zealand and refer to often to NZ Classic Driver who is last 5-6 years are producing articles of much of the unknown and never published Kiwi racing Specials
Listing I have is a period black and white photo of the car in 1950s as documented by NZ Vintage Car Club Inc own publication called 'Beaded Wheels'
Photo at Ohakea in 1950s Supplied by Jim Maud
see : Beaded Wheels (NZ) 1982 JUN-JUL page 20 issue 136
This was New Zealand Racing Special which used the Ford V8 powered from the Parry Thomas Flat Iron Special -the driver is unknown; single seater and here we have only one listing so far - However I would advice the REader to Read Graham Vercoes Book on Race Cars in New Zealand and refer to often to NZ Classic Driver who is last 5-6 years are producing articles of much of the unknown and never published Kiwi racing Specials
Listing I have is a period black and white photo of the car in 1950s as documented by NZ Vintage Car Club Inc own publication called 'Beaded Wheels'
Photo at Ohakea in 1950s Supplied by Jim Maud
see : Beaded Wheels (NZ) 1982 JUN-JUL page 20 issue 136
ACE Service Station (GB)
ACE Service Station (GB) based in London It was a British Garage particularly in the 1950s that offered performance kits of British saloon cars particularly British Fords these were in the main twin carb kits and other engine modfications in various stages of tune:
Articles
Ford CONSUL MK1 1954-2 Carb -Preview
see Autocar (GB) 1954 JAN 22th page 118
CONSUL MK1 / ZEPHYR -Modifications a Technical Analysis comparsion with other tuners
Ace' Zephyr; 'Boon & Peter' Zephyr;Aquaplane Zephyr' 'Prudents Consul
see Autocar (GB) 1954 JUN 9th page 713-714
Articles
Ford CONSUL MK1 1954-2 Carb -Preview
see Autocar (GB) 1954 JAN 22th page 118
CONSUL MK1 / ZEPHYR -Modifications a Technical Analysis comparsion with other tuners
Ace' Zephyr; 'Boon & Peter' Zephyr;Aquaplane Zephyr' 'Prudents Consul
see Autocar (GB) 1954 JUN 9th page 713-714
ACCAMO &MONETA ( I )
ACCAMO & MONETA ( I ) are are Small Specialised Italian Coachbuilding House that develops prototypes behind the scenes for other companies and builds conversions of production cars
here I have one entry so far
LANCIA DELTA 1500 CABRIO 4 door
Coachbuilding by Accamo & Moneta-Design Analysis
see: Auto & Design ( I ) 1983 APR-MAY page 65-67
NoteS on Auto & Design is a excellent Design Magazine that is produced in English and Italian together. Probably the best magazine for the analysis of design of much of worlds cars written by the designers themselves in many cases! - sadly not often found and in this part of the world -its bloody expensive it comes out 6 times a year and when i last looked 1 magazine in 2005 would cost $42.00 New Zealand
I got copies from 1979-1987 and have indexed them
here I have one entry so far
LANCIA DELTA 1500 CABRIO 4 door
Coachbuilding by Accamo & Moneta-Design Analysis
see: Auto & Design ( I ) 1983 APR-MAY page 65-67
NoteS on Auto & Design is a excellent Design Magazine that is produced in English and Italian together. Probably the best magazine for the analysis of design of much of worlds cars written by the designers themselves in many cases! - sadly not often found and in this part of the world -its bloody expensive it comes out 6 times a year and when i last looked 1 magazine in 2005 would cost $42.00 New Zealand
I got copies from 1979-1987 and have indexed them
ACADIAN (CND)
ACADIAN of Canada
This is the Canadian maker of much of US Chevrolets that was manufactured in Canada or sold for export markets that required RHD conversions and were sold under US name plates
However a few found there way to markets outside Canada with the Acadian name particularly the United Kingdom, Europe and even as far as New Zealand! Most were Right hand drive
Sadly much of British vehicles have been destroyed in Banger Races at likes of 'Fire Cracker' which is held around Guy Fowkes Day 5th November each year at Webbley Stadium for bigger cars -I hope to post here some of those vehicles
Outside Canada there is not a hell lot of information:
Cars also know as BEAUMONT (CND)
BEAUMONT Conv 1962 (Nova shape) 194ci 6cylinder turned up for sale in New Zealand although this one is LHD
classified 89000m ; original LHD permit well maintained many new parts rare $14900; also for sale Mar 1993 issue p80 carried NZ Registration number FI 618 (NZ)
and was Red with white hood and was for Sale by John of Auckland
see NZ Classic Car 1994 JAN page 90 Vol 4 Issue 1
BEAUMONT 4door sedan 1964-1965 in a brief news story and black and white photo
see Autocar (GB) 1964 OCT 2nd page 669B
BEAUMONT 1965 Auto was for sale 1965 in a Dealer Classified discribed as Gold metallic, 1495 pounds sterling and the dealer as of 1965 was Oakthorpe Motor Co.
see The Motor (GB) 1966 APR 2nd page 130
BEAUMONT COUPE 1966 in a news story similar to Chev Maibu but different body
see Autocar (GB) 1966 JUN 17th page 1286
BEAUMONT 4 door sedan 1969 Hot Rod fitted with a 355V8 ;NZ Reg GA 3159;Terry O Neils car since 1978 however question market does it surive as one was recorded years ago of being destoyed by fire here in New Zealand was this the one?
see NZ HOT ROD 1981 SEP page 43
This is the Canadian maker of much of US Chevrolets that was manufactured in Canada or sold for export markets that required RHD conversions and were sold under US name plates
However a few found there way to markets outside Canada with the Acadian name particularly the United Kingdom, Europe and even as far as New Zealand! Most were Right hand drive
Sadly much of British vehicles have been destroyed in Banger Races at likes of 'Fire Cracker' which is held around Guy Fowkes Day 5th November each year at Webbley Stadium for bigger cars -I hope to post here some of those vehicles
Outside Canada there is not a hell lot of information:
Cars also know as BEAUMONT (CND)
BEAUMONT Conv 1962 (Nova shape) 194ci 6cylinder turned up for sale in New Zealand although this one is LHD
classified 89000m ; original LHD permit well maintained many new parts rare $14900; also for sale Mar 1993 issue p80 carried NZ Registration number FI 618 (NZ)
and was Red with white hood and was for Sale by John of Auckland
see NZ Classic Car 1994 JAN page 90 Vol 4 Issue 1
BEAUMONT 4door sedan 1964-1965 in a brief news story and black and white photo
see Autocar (GB) 1964 OCT 2nd page 669B
BEAUMONT 1965 Auto was for sale 1965 in a Dealer Classified discribed as Gold metallic, 1495 pounds sterling and the dealer as of 1965 was Oakthorpe Motor Co.
see The Motor (GB) 1966 APR 2nd page 130
BEAUMONT COUPE 1966 in a news story similar to Chev Maibu but different body
see Autocar (GB) 1966 JUN 17th page 1286
BEAUMONT 4 door sedan 1969 Hot Rod fitted with a 355V8 ;NZ Reg GA 3159;Terry O Neils car since 1978 however question market does it surive as one was recorded years ago of being destoyed by fire here in New Zealand was this the one?
see NZ HOT ROD 1981 SEP page 43
AC PROPULSION (USA) Calif
AC PROPULSION (USA) California company that develops zero emission cars before Electric hybrids became trendy most of cars appear to be prototypes only
Below are 2 news stories
HONDA CIVIC 3D-Electric Road & Track (US) 1995 JUL page 69 a preview feature
tZERO ROADSTER -electric Autocar (GB) 1997 JAN 15th page 15 brief news story of a Lotus Elise size Sports Roadster
Below are 2 news stories
HONDA CIVIC 3D-Electric Road & Track (US) 1995 JUL page 69 a preview feature
tZERO ROADSTER -electric Autocar (GB) 1997 JAN 15th page 15 brief news story of a Lotus Elise size Sports Roadster
AC Ecosse 1988
Another more modern update of AC ME 3000
called AC Ecosse developed by AC Scotland - First making light of day 1988
A modern test (driving impression)
'Something completely different' by Danny Hopkins photo John Colley inc test Reg F956 ONM ;what might have been - AC Scotland - David MacDonald - 2.0TC Alfa R ex 1988 Motor show car 1 of 2 other has 2.5V6 ; Phil Bevans car ?
See
Practical Classics (GB) 2003 SEP page 48-52 issue 10
called AC Ecosse developed by AC Scotland - First making light of day 1988
A modern test (driving impression)
'Something completely different' by Danny Hopkins photo John Colley inc test Reg F956 ONM ;what might have been - AC Scotland - David MacDonald - 2.0TC Alfa R ex 1988 Motor show car 1 of 2 other has 2.5V6 ; Phil Bevans car ?
See
Practical Classics (GB) 2003 SEP page 48-52 issue 10
AC-CHRYSLER (USA)
Right you may ask:
Why we have I not done AC itself? or its proper name Auto Carriers
- Well its not that unusual however some of its spin offs are - Here we have one of them:
During late 60s -70s AC invested buckets of money developing a mid engine 2 seater to replace the thirsty AC 428 powered by a 3.0 Ford Zodiac / Ford Capri 3.0V6 ; The vehicle was based on a prototype called Diabo which was developed by 2 British men using of all things a Austin Maxi engine! Later by 1973 shown at Earls Court Show AC ME3000 made its light of day but it was not until late 1970s 1978-1979 Production actually begin and there was number of teething problems with the car - However plans to put car to US market were put on hold as 3.0V6 did not meet emission requirements and was somewhat underpowered by the Catalyst equipment placed on US spec cars (see Rover 3500SD1 power otput was really screwed!) - Some 3.0V6s did go there with Turbo Power provided by Relient Specialist Robin Rew as private imports
However a US Company called AC-CHRYSLER developed AC ME 3000 with 2.2 Turbo 4
US AC 3000;Car was considerably updated with a smoother bodywork instead of 3 0 Ford V6 engine fitted, the use of Chrysler 2.2 engine; cars built by Shelby in the (USA)
question - How many were made I heard 1 are there more?
AC-CHRYSLER (USA)
1 was Road Tested
see
Motor Trend (US) 1983 MAY Page 56;57;60
and the 1 only claimed was discovered
see Classic & Sportscar (GB) 2003 OCT page 25 and as of 2003 it 1 off - come out of storage -currently on offer for sale
Why we have I not done AC itself? or its proper name Auto Carriers
- Well its not that unusual however some of its spin offs are - Here we have one of them:
During late 60s -70s AC invested buckets of money developing a mid engine 2 seater to replace the thirsty AC 428 powered by a 3.0 Ford Zodiac / Ford Capri 3.0V6 ; The vehicle was based on a prototype called Diabo which was developed by 2 British men using of all things a Austin Maxi engine! Later by 1973 shown at Earls Court Show AC ME3000 made its light of day but it was not until late 1970s 1978-1979 Production actually begin and there was number of teething problems with the car - However plans to put car to US market were put on hold as 3.0V6 did not meet emission requirements and was somewhat underpowered by the Catalyst equipment placed on US spec cars (see Rover 3500SD1 power otput was really screwed!) - Some 3.0V6s did go there with Turbo Power provided by Relient Specialist Robin Rew as private imports
However a US Company called AC-CHRYSLER developed AC ME 3000 with 2.2 Turbo 4
US AC 3000;Car was considerably updated with a smoother bodywork instead of 3 0 Ford V6 engine fitted, the use of Chrysler 2.2 engine; cars built by Shelby in the (USA)
question - How many were made I heard 1 are there more?
AC-CHRYSLER (USA)
1 was Road Tested
see
Motor Trend (US) 1983 MAY Page 56;57;60
and the 1 only claimed was discovered
see Classic & Sportscar (GB) 2003 OCT page 25 and as of 2003 it 1 off - come out of storage -currently on offer for sale
Aburnsons of Sussex - A British coachbuilder
Although as I am going through unusual makes I also looking at Unusual Coachbuilders
Aburnsons of Sussex - Now I do not have much of this coachbuilder as of yet but no doubt as I wade through 25 years of that most excellent Vintage magazine -The Automobile and others I will find more so far I am up to July 1987
Post ww2 it was big business to convert sedans and jeeps to traditional Woody Aburnsons did one on a Bentley discussed here
However this photo of one comes from Classic & Sportscar
Bentley mk vi woody 1949 Estate (Wagon)
Brits calls these wagons or Estates 'Shooting Brakes'
See
Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1988 SEP page 91 Vol 7 Issue 6
Black and white photo period press photo 1949 when new by Aburnsons of Sussex; part of a feature 'off the peg' - of a comparsion Bentley mk V1 vs. RR Silver Dawn ; feature by Giles Chapman and Martin Buckley ; photo by Derek Goad
Aburnsons of Sussex - Now I do not have much of this coachbuilder as of yet but no doubt as I wade through 25 years of that most excellent Vintage magazine -The Automobile and others I will find more so far I am up to July 1987
Post ww2 it was big business to convert sedans and jeeps to traditional Woody Aburnsons did one on a Bentley discussed here
However this photo of one comes from Classic & Sportscar
Bentley mk vi woody 1949 Estate (Wagon)
Brits calls these wagons or Estates 'Shooting Brakes'
See
Classic & Sportscar (GB) 1988 SEP page 91 Vol 7 Issue 6
Black and white photo period press photo 1949 when new by Aburnsons of Sussex; part of a feature 'off the peg' - of a comparsion Bentley mk V1 vs. RR Silver Dawn ; feature by Giles Chapman and Martin Buckley ; photo by Derek Goad
ABRAMS (USA) Miltary Tank
ABRAMS (USA) is Military Tank Manufacturer that as of 1982 was Made by Chrysler (USA) under supervision of the Army at Lima! Of cause things would have changed somewhat since Chrysler various woes over last 20+ years even currency as it goes bust
Below is a Road Test of one which is quite rare to find in a car magazine and was done in 1982
Its a Abrams M1 TANK -powered by Gas Turbine engine Test
Gas- Turbine engine developed by Lycoming; Automatic; top speed limited 50mph; 0-50 sec in 45 seconds; M1 replacement for M60A3 Tank Built for a 10 year production run of 150 per month; used extensively still as of 1996 as main US Tank and as of 2000 this was website for more information http://www.army-technology.com/projects/abrams/
See
Motor Trend (US) 1982 APR Page 63;66-68
Below is a Road Test of one which is quite rare to find in a car magazine and was done in 1982
Its a Abrams M1 TANK -powered by Gas Turbine engine Test
Gas- Turbine engine developed by Lycoming; Automatic; top speed limited 50mph; 0-50 sec in 45 seconds; M1 replacement for M60A3 Tank Built for a 10 year production run of 150 per month; used extensively still as of 1996 as main US Tank and as of 2000 this was website for more information http://www.army-technology.com/projects/abrams/
See
Motor Trend (US) 1982 APR Page 63;66-68
Abingdon Motorcycles
Been a while since Feb -March 2009 (apart from the website at www.carmagreviews.co.nz I am busy daily documenting from cover to cover The Automobile ; Classic & Sportscar and other mags off line where I decided to give references to more unusual makers where sadly on net there little around
Today its Abingdon Motorcycles an early assume British maker and have only 2 references so far
Strange Famous Kiwi Politican called King Dick Seddon but I doubt if this is related
1910 King Dick with Wicker Chair
where one came up for sale in classified in the magazine
Dealer listing photo single speed belt drive ; recent restored from dealer
Peter Harper; Stretton Housex ; Streetton (Via Warrington) Cheshire
see magazine
Collectors Car (GB) 1980 JUN Page 63 Issue 10
1912 King Dick 500cc V Twin M/c
Where there was inquiry in classifieds from an owner in Australia below was his address as of 1975
classif; wanted info ; parts by P Barges ; 13 Propstring St; Curtin ACT 2605
See magazine
Restored Cars (Aus) 1975 MAY-JUN Page 50 Issue 10
Today its Abingdon Motorcycles an early assume British maker and have only 2 references so far
Strange Famous Kiwi Politican called King Dick Seddon but I doubt if this is related
1910 King Dick with Wicker Chair
where one came up for sale in classified in the magazine
Dealer listing photo single speed belt drive ; recent restored from dealer
Peter Harper; Stretton Housex ; Streetton (Via Warrington) Cheshire
see magazine
Collectors Car (GB) 1980 JUN Page 63 Issue 10
1912 King Dick 500cc V Twin M/c
Where there was inquiry in classifieds from an owner in Australia below was his address as of 1975
classif; wanted info ; parts by P Barges ; 13 Propstring St; Curtin ACT 2605
See magazine
Restored Cars (Aus) 1975 MAY-JUN Page 50 Issue 10
Friday, February 13, 2009
ACME MOTOR COMPANY (USA) 1904-1910 /1920s
ACME MOTOR COMPANY (USA) 1904-1910 /1920s
History references
Automobile Quarterly (US) Volume 8 Issue #3 Page 240 brief history (not reviewed by me)
Oct 1996 Automobile Quarterly (US) Volume 35 Issue #4 Page 6-15
Trucks & Buses 1920s Pictorial History
see Sep-Oct 1988 Antique American Automobile (US) Volume 52 Issue #5 not reviewed by me)
An Auction
1916 Truck? see March 1983 The Automobile (GB) Page 66 Volume 1 Issue #2 part of auction report Under the Hammer highlights 1982 just a mention 1916 Acme solid tyre truck? by Michael Worthington-Williams at 1982 CALVIN BROWN & LEON CASET Auctioners Fennevillle Mich
Motorcycle side of the business
Review 1949 model Australian Motor Manual issue 23 page 49 (not reviewed)
also in Australia a Motorcycle of unknown year came up for sale see November-December 1974 Restored Cars (Aus) Page 48 Issue #7 classified;unres;mint Contact Allan Hunt;593 Armidale Rd;Tamworth 2340
History references
Automobile Quarterly (US) Volume 8 Issue #3 Page 240 brief history (not reviewed by me)
Oct 1996 Automobile Quarterly (US) Volume 35 Issue #4 Page 6-15
Trucks & Buses 1920s Pictorial History
see Sep-Oct 1988 Antique American Automobile (US) Volume 52 Issue #5 not reviewed by me)
An Auction
1916 Truck? see March 1983 The Automobile (GB) Page 66 Volume 1 Issue #2 part of auction report Under the Hammer highlights 1982 just a mention 1916 Acme solid tyre truck? by Michael Worthington-Williams at 1982 CALVIN BROWN & LEON CASET Auctioners Fennevillle Mich
Motorcycle side of the business
Review 1949 model Australian Motor Manual issue 23 page 49 (not reviewed)
also in Australia a Motorcycle of unknown year came up for sale see November-December 1974 Restored Cars (Aus) Page 48 Issue #7 classified;unres;mint Contact Allan Hunt;593 Armidale Rd;Tamworth 2340
ACM LTD (GB)
ACM LTD (GB)
These were British manufacturers and distributors for last adaption of successful Bonito that began life in the US made by FIBERFAB called Fiberfab Avenger (note Bonito is the European name for Avenger!) has GT40 like front end and very loosly based on that being around since late 1960s
As FIBRAFAB (USA) a Us company around 1967-1982 and many of world famous kit cars were designed and manufactured by this maker there address 1966-1967 was at
548 Baldwin St, Dept KCG, Bridgeville , PA 15017
PROFILE OF COMPANY see October 1966 Car & Driver (US) Page 35-37
Road & Track magazine built US car Avenger GT see
August 1967 Road & Track (US)Page 107-109 and driving impression of car that was Chec Corvair powered which recorded in the article that Chev Corvair powered 110bhp; Popular kit car 1200 made of which 145 sold in Holland!
see August 1967 Road & Track (US) Page 110-111
an improved Avenger GT was:
AVENGER GT-12 Valkyrie see Petersen KIT CAR GUIDE Annual (US)1977 preview
has had a succession of distributors over the years which can get quite complex
in Britain car was called 1970s -1980s the EXCALIBUR see BONITO (GB)
then Later in the mid 80s sold under the brand Seraph Cars Ltd and then sold n under name Excalibur (GB)
Outside the USA before they came to the uK they were first available in Europe in Germany by a company called Bonito (D)Originally available in Germany since 1970/71, it was not made available to Britain. Manufactured under license in Britain with some improvements by ACM Ltd,Poole,Dorset. until 1983 where the British company had severe cash flow problems, company re-organized and new company AED International Ltd in Cornwall re-released the car.
For references on the car
Bonito (D) & (GB) See
June 1983 Alternative Cars (GB) page 70 brief news
Feb-March 1982 Alternative Cars (GB) Page 60-63 a Preview
Jul-August 1982 Alternative Cars (GB)Page 87 a brief test - test car had fitted a VW based kit 1680cc
and 4 car comparsion driving impression of one see 31 July 1982 Autocar (GB) Page 32-35 vs 3 other VW based kits these been Eagle SS, RSK Spyder & Uva Montage.
These were British manufacturers and distributors for last adaption of successful Bonito that began life in the US made by FIBERFAB called Fiberfab Avenger (note Bonito is the European name for Avenger!) has GT40 like front end and very loosly based on that being around since late 1960s
As FIBRAFAB (USA) a Us company around 1967-1982 and many of world famous kit cars were designed and manufactured by this maker there address 1966-1967 was at
548 Baldwin St, Dept KCG, Bridgeville , PA 15017
PROFILE OF COMPANY see October 1966 Car & Driver (US) Page 35-37
Road & Track magazine built US car Avenger GT see
August 1967 Road & Track (US)Page 107-109 and driving impression of car that was Chec Corvair powered which recorded in the article that Chev Corvair powered 110bhp; Popular kit car 1200 made of which 145 sold in Holland!
see August 1967 Road & Track (US) Page 110-111
an improved Avenger GT was:
AVENGER GT-12 Valkyrie see Petersen KIT CAR GUIDE Annual (US)1977 preview
has had a succession of distributors over the years which can get quite complex
in Britain car was called 1970s -1980s the EXCALIBUR see BONITO (GB)
then Later in the mid 80s sold under the brand Seraph Cars Ltd and then sold n under name Excalibur (GB)
Outside the USA before they came to the uK they were first available in Europe in Germany by a company called Bonito (D)Originally available in Germany since 1970/71, it was not made available to Britain. Manufactured under license in Britain with some improvements by ACM Ltd,Poole,Dorset. until 1983 where the British company had severe cash flow problems, company re-organized and new company AED International Ltd in Cornwall re-released the car.
For references on the car
Bonito (D) & (GB) See
June 1983 Alternative Cars (GB) page 70 brief news
Feb-March 1982 Alternative Cars (GB) Page 60-63 a Preview
Jul-August 1982 Alternative Cars (GB)Page 87 a brief test - test car had fitted a VW based kit 1680cc
and 4 car comparsion driving impression of one see 31 July 1982 Autocar (GB) Page 32-35 vs 3 other VW based kits these been Eagle SS, RSK Spyder & Uva Montage.
ACL of Libradois ( F ) 1970-
ACL of Libradois ( F ) 1970- later later Marketed as a Renault
Generally Renault 4 based Cross country vehicle later sold as a Renault
and Renault R6
News & Views Feature
Rodeo x country vehicle 7cwt see 9th July 1970 Autocar(GB)Page 32 Volume 133 Issue #3878
Rodeo x country vehicle 7cwt see Feb 1971 Motor Trend (US) Page 22
Rodeo x country vehicle 7cwt 1974 displayed at displayed Geneva Show 1974;part odf a report by David Scott ;this one based on Renault 6 mech
see August 1974 Motor Magazine International ( J )Page 53 Volume 2 #8
Generally Renault 4 based Cross country vehicle later sold as a Renault
and Renault R6
News & Views Feature
Rodeo x country vehicle 7cwt see 9th July 1970 Autocar(GB)Page 32 Volume 133 Issue #3878
Rodeo x country vehicle 7cwt see Feb 1971 Motor Trend (US) Page 22
Rodeo x country vehicle 7cwt 1974 displayed at displayed Geneva Show 1974;part odf a report by David Scott ;this one based on Renault 6 mech
see August 1974 Motor Magazine International ( J )Page 53 Volume 2 #8
ACHE FRERES
ACHE FRERES
I cannot say I know anything about this make but there is white one in the United Kingdom
1900 7hp 1cy trike 2 seater Reg DL-74 ; a photo of a competitor at the 1992 London to Brighton Run owned by Mrs Michel Lapadu; part of a feature inc colour photos by Rob Knight 6th Nov 1992 see copy of report in June-July 1993 Beaded Wheels Page 44 Issue # 202
I cannot say I know anything about this make but there is white one in the United Kingdom
1900 7hp 1cy trike 2 seater Reg DL-74 ; a photo of a competitor at the 1992 London to Brighton Run owned by Mrs Michel Lapadu; part of a feature inc colour photos by Rob Knight 6th Nov 1992 see copy of report in June-July 1993 Beaded Wheels Page 44 Issue # 202
ACF (US) -1953
ACF ACF means American Car and Foundary Factory in Detroit?
City Transit Bus Single Deck
See April 1987 The Automobile Page 45 Volume 5 Issue # 2
regarding:
A discovered photo of one Commercially Speaking ; Discovered Photo Nick Baldwin looks through his drawers of interest Photo sourced from AEC who used to base its Q Models of mid 30s (bus looks very modern 1950-60s!); ACF were American Car and Foundary Factory in Detroit? ; ACF at taken over the Bus part of Fageol business in 1925 while ACF last a little longer until 1953
City Transit Bus Single Deck
See April 1987 The Automobile Page 45 Volume 5 Issue # 2
regarding:
A discovered photo of one Commercially Speaking ; Discovered Photo Nick Baldwin looks through his drawers of interest Photo sourced from AEC who used to base its Q Models of mid 30s (bus looks very modern 1950-60s!); ACF were American Car and Foundary Factory in Detroit? ; ACF at taken over the Bus part of Fageol business in 1925 while ACF last a little longer until 1953
ACE Formula Junior Race car 1957c ?
Ace
that a FJ? Single Seater 1957 a photo of one took partt in Competing at Wigram Wings & Wheels 1995 nz- A Flying Farewell part 1 practice part of a report and colour photos; Race # 13 (FJ?) of Graeme Hamilton part of a report by Trish Duffy
For reference of photo see April 1995 NZ Classic Car Page 77 Volume 5 Issue # 4
that a FJ? Single Seater 1957 a photo of one took partt in Competing at Wigram Wings & Wheels 1995 nz- A Flying Farewell part 1 practice part of a report and colour photos; Race # 13 (FJ?) of Graeme Hamilton part of a report by Trish Duffy
For reference of photo see April 1995 NZ Classic Car Page 77 Volume 5 Issue # 4
ACE (USA) 1919 -1942
ACE (USA) 1919 -1942
More associated with motorcycles they did produce a car although briefly my references for particularly motorcycles is poor at this stage but no doubt more may be added in coming months whn i continue to document further issues of The Automobile, Beaded Wheels produced by the NZ Vintage Car Club INc and Classic Bike
so far :
HISTORY
July 1998 Automobile Quarterly (US) Page 78-91 Volume 38 Issue No 1
a mention of car
Letter from a reader who has parts of one January 1994 NZ Classic Car Page 82 Volume 4 Issue # 1 Letter from reader to reply Hans Compter feature on Odd ball Americans Sept 1993 reader owns a Continental plus parts for another as well as an Ace - knows 2 Ace owners in Aussie who have heard of 2 further Continentals there ; Reader also has collection Rugbys & Durants .
Motorcycles
1922 MOTORCYCLE
See November-December 1973 Restored Cars (Aus) Page 28 Issue #1 a motorcycle belonging to Peter Gross of Geelong Vic bike ; 1200cc now 1400cc Simms carb 4 cyl in line is featured and discussed in depth
Then same bike photographed taking in an event see Jan-Feb 1974 Restored Cars (Aus)Peter Gross of Geelong ;Vintage motor cycle club of victoria est 64 ;sept 16 1973 event ; club feature
More associated with motorcycles they did produce a car although briefly my references for particularly motorcycles is poor at this stage but no doubt more may be added in coming months whn i continue to document further issues of The Automobile, Beaded Wheels produced by the NZ Vintage Car Club INc and Classic Bike
so far :
HISTORY
July 1998 Automobile Quarterly (US) Page 78-91 Volume 38 Issue No 1
a mention of car
Letter from a reader who has parts of one January 1994 NZ Classic Car Page 82 Volume 4 Issue # 1 Letter from reader to reply Hans Compter feature on Odd ball Americans Sept 1993 reader owns a Continental plus parts for another as well as an Ace - knows 2 Ace owners in Aussie who have heard of 2 further Continentals there ; Reader also has collection Rugbys & Durants .
Motorcycles
1922 MOTORCYCLE
See November-December 1973 Restored Cars (Aus) Page 28 Issue #1 a motorcycle belonging to Peter Gross of Geelong Vic bike ; 1200cc now 1400cc Simms carb 4 cyl in line is featured and discussed in depth
Then same bike photographed taking in an event see Jan-Feb 1974 Restored Cars (Aus)Peter Gross of Geelong ;Vintage motor cycle club of victoria est 64 ;sept 16 1973 event ; club feature
ABF (GB) 1920s-30s
ABF (GB) 1920s-30s note ABF = All British Ford
Not a hell of lot of information on these cars and I am unsure when they last ceased production?
History References
BRIEF HISTORY June 1997 The Automobile (not reviewed so far as of yet)
BRITISH RACER, Brief History November 1996 Motorsport (GB) page 1192-1193
Letter from a former driver giving memories of see January 1997 Motorsport (GB)Page 47
One that came up for sale
1918-22 V4 2 stike racing single seater see July 1986 Thoroughbred & Classic Cars (GB) Page 152 Volume 13 Issue #10 Classified ; Ex 1921 Harvey/Oliver Brooklands 200 mile car featured road tests 31 Aug 1923 Light Car & 11Sep 1923 The Motor ; res ; offers Sussex he advert cross references to test of vehicle when new (not reviewed by me in person as of yet)
see 11th September 1923 The Motor (GB)
and 31st August 1923 Light Car (GB)
Not a hell of lot of information on these cars and I am unsure when they last ceased production?
History References
BRIEF HISTORY June 1997 The Automobile (not reviewed so far as of yet)
BRITISH RACER, Brief History November 1996 Motorsport (GB) page 1192-1193
Letter from a former driver giving memories of see January 1997 Motorsport (GB)Page 47
One that came up for sale
1918-22 V4 2 stike racing single seater see July 1986 Thoroughbred & Classic Cars (GB) Page 152 Volume 13 Issue #10 Classified ; Ex 1921 Harvey/Oliver Brooklands 200 mile car featured road tests 31 Aug 1923 Light Car & 11Sep 1923 The Motor ; res ; offers Sussex he advert cross references to test of vehicle when new (not reviewed by me in person as of yet)
see 11th September 1923 The Motor (GB)
and 31st August 1923 Light Car (GB)
ABC WINDWAGON - 1910 (GB)
ABC WINDWAGON - 1910 (GB)
built by built by Granville Bradshaw
The only reference for above is so far:
for a abc WINDWAGON -Granville Bradshaw 1910 (GB) a photo of one see August 1996 Classic & Sportscar (GB)Page 113 Volume 15 Issue #5
built by built by Granville Bradshaw
The only reference for above is so far:
for a abc WINDWAGON -Granville Bradshaw 1910 (GB) a photo of one see August 1996 Classic & Sportscar (GB)Page 113 Volume 15 Issue #5
ABC MOTORS LTD (GB) 1920-1929
ABC MOTORS LTD (GB) 1920-1929
Over last few years more is coming out of these unusual British air cooled cars and more stuff will be added over the year
so far Brief History feature in
July 1990 Motorsport (GB) Page 732-734
and
Automobile Quarterly (US) Volume 15 Issue # 1 Page 10;13;20 on a low slung chassis re-appeared 1979 (not reviewed by me in person)
Letters on
2 SEATER SPECIAL 1921 by a previous owner who had Converted to water cooled Reg AV6121 see May 1979 Motorsport Page 621-622
Letters on ABC Gear Change -Comments on its unusual transmission
see 4th November 1955 Autocar (GB) Page 777 by W K Bunting; Harrow; Middlesex
and another letter on 18th November 1955 Autocar (GB) Page 858 (where unfornately I did not record the writer)
One for sale
2 SEATER SPECIAL 1921 see August 1999 NZ Classic Car Page 117 Volume 9 and Issue no 8 that was for sale privately here in New Zealand 1203cc ;NZ Reg NY 24??
(note ?? means little letters are missing or I could not read it)
They also produced a Scooter
as one turned up in a Auction:
1919 Skootamota (scootar) see March 1983 The Automobile (GB) Page 64 Volume 1 Issue #2 -Auction of vehicles not normally done by this concern they been JOHN FRANCIS & THOMAS JONES & SONS Auctions 1982 -bidding was brisk for 1919 ABC Skootamotor No 2992 Reg BX 2222 one owner from 1920 ; aunt of deceased -that her Aunts bike died age 87 Margaret Marion Evelyn Jones part of report on the Auction by Michael Worthington-Williams
carries chassis number 2992 1st owner was Margaret Marion Evelyn Jones
a Motorcycle turned up at a auction
3hp motorcycle 1921 see August 1961 Veteran & Vintage (GB) Page 394 Volume 5 Issue #12 at the Veteran & Vinage Car Auction BEAULIEU Auction June 17 1961 part of a report by the late Michael Sedgwick
Over last few years more is coming out of these unusual British air cooled cars and more stuff will be added over the year
so far Brief History feature in
July 1990 Motorsport (GB) Page 732-734
and
Automobile Quarterly (US) Volume 15 Issue # 1 Page 10;13;20 on a low slung chassis re-appeared 1979 (not reviewed by me in person)
Letters on
2 SEATER SPECIAL 1921 by a previous owner who had Converted to water cooled Reg AV6121 see May 1979 Motorsport Page 621-622
Letters on ABC Gear Change -Comments on its unusual transmission
see 4th November 1955 Autocar (GB) Page 777 by W K Bunting; Harrow; Middlesex
and another letter on 18th November 1955 Autocar (GB) Page 858 (where unfornately I did not record the writer)
One for sale
2 SEATER SPECIAL 1921 see August 1999 NZ Classic Car Page 117 Volume 9 and Issue no 8 that was for sale privately here in New Zealand 1203cc ;NZ Reg NY 24??
(note ?? means little letters are missing or I could not read it)
They also produced a Scooter
as one turned up in a Auction:
1919 Skootamota (scootar) see March 1983 The Automobile (GB) Page 64 Volume 1 Issue #2 -Auction of vehicles not normally done by this concern they been JOHN FRANCIS & THOMAS JONES & SONS Auctions 1982 -bidding was brisk for 1919 ABC Skootamotor No 2992 Reg BX 2222 one owner from 1920 ; aunt of deceased -that her Aunts bike died age 87 Margaret Marion Evelyn Jones part of report on the Auction by Michael Worthington-Williams
carries chassis number 2992 1st owner was Margaret Marion Evelyn Jones
a Motorcycle turned up at a auction
3hp motorcycle 1921 see August 1961 Veteran & Vintage (GB) Page 394 Volume 5 Issue #12 at the Veteran & Vinage Car Auction BEAULIEU Auction June 17 1961 part of a report by the late Michael Sedgwick
ABBOTT-DETROIT
ABBOTT-DETROIT
Model 44 1912
The oly refenence I have at this stage comes from November-December 1971 Antique Automobile (US)Page 73 Volume 35 Issue # 6 where a dealer had one for sale in the classifieds of this most excellent publication no other details
If I find more I will be adding
Model 44 1912
The oly refenence I have at this stage comes from November-December 1971 Antique Automobile (US)Page 73 Volume 35 Issue # 6 where a dealer had one for sale in the classifieds of this most excellent publication no other details
If I find more I will be adding
ABEL BLACKBURN & CO LTD see BLACKBURN see NORFOLK
ABEL BLACKBURN & CO LTD
Manufactured by A Blackburn & Co ; Cleckeaton ; Yorkshire GB
made for Norfolks cars 1904-1905 ; some texts say until 1910
see cross refences to NORFOLK (USA) & (GB) -1904-1910; BLACKBURN (GB)
with regard to Blackburn this small reference to making commercials
BLACKBURN (GB)Commercials Brief history 1908-1939
see May 1997 Classic and Vintage Commercials (GB)Page 34 Volume 2 Issue #9
Below
a very brief snipet of history part of a weekly series A to Z of Classic Commercials series part 21 Bernard to BMC ; Blackburn makers of Nolfolk cars 1904-1905 ; then added 10 and 20hp commercials from 1908
and as for NORFOLK (USA) /(GB) -1910 there small brief history on the maker
see July 1982 Motorsport (GB) page 882-883 given in a letter by Steve Dickance of Yorkshire
Manufactured by A Blackburn & Co ; Cleckeaton ; Yorkshire GB
made for Norfolks cars 1904-1905 ; some texts say until 1910
see cross refences to NORFOLK (USA) & (GB) -1904-1910; BLACKBURN (GB)
with regard to Blackburn this small reference to making commercials
BLACKBURN (GB)Commercials Brief history 1908-1939
see May 1997 Classic and Vintage Commercials (GB)Page 34 Volume 2 Issue #9
Below
a very brief snipet of history part of a weekly series A to Z of Classic Commercials series part 21 Bernard to BMC ; Blackburn makers of Nolfolk cars 1904-1905 ; then added 10 and 20hp commercials from 1908
and as for NORFOLK (USA) /(GB) -1910 there small brief history on the maker
see July 1982 Motorsport (GB) page 882-883 given in a letter by Steve Dickance of Yorkshire
ABADAL
ABADAL
A maker that has troubled historians over the years
The only History feature I have found is from the defunct magazine September 1969 Car Classics (US)
& there is a refences to Abadal converted Buick
a Buick Victoria Touring 1918 see May 1981 Old Motor (GB) Page 3 Volume 3 Issue 5
No photo; Puzzled historians in a private collection in Seattle ; this one of Francisco Abadal letter efforts previous work was the near Alfonso Hispanos which provenace puzzles historians ; basically this Buick is Buick 6 dressed up in a European manner with detachable wire wheels and v radiator RHD and right hand gear change
A maker that has troubled historians over the years
The only History feature I have found is from the defunct magazine September 1969 Car Classics (US)
& there is a refences to Abadal converted Buick
a Buick Victoria Touring 1918 see May 1981 Old Motor (GB) Page 3 Volume 3 Issue 5
No photo; Puzzled historians in a private collection in Seattle ; this one of Francisco Abadal letter efforts previous work was the near Alfonso Hispanos which provenace puzzles historians ; basically this Buick is Buick 6 dressed up in a European manner with detachable wire wheels and v radiator RHD and right hand gear change
AA whether this is an actual maker?
AA
AA is this actual make as I have heard of AA Bunside?
1913 Charabac 15 seater step
Photo see May 1983 The Automobile (GB) page 71 Volume 1 Issue No 3 a photo showing newly restored vehicle conveying Mayor of Middleborough with actress the late Pat Phoenix (famous for one stars of long running British TV soap Cornonation Street produced by Granada TV) -opening new Middlebrough Bus Station -Commercial Corner column
AA is this actual make as I have heard of AA Bunside?
1913 Charabac 15 seater step
Photo see May 1983 The Automobile (GB) page 71 Volume 1 Issue No 3 a photo showing newly restored vehicle conveying Mayor of Middleborough with actress the late Pat Phoenix (famous for one stars of long running British TV soap Cornonation Street produced by Granada TV) -opening new Middlebrough Bus Station -Commercial Corner column
A LEVEL (SU)
A LEVEL (SU)
This new manufacturer in Russian .A small company that designs and builds specialised cars in small runs here they took a mid 1950s to mid 60s Volga Russian car convert the 4 door saloon to a attractive coupe and rebuilt it using BMW power - Quite an impressive piece of machinery!!
I only got one reference so far (Lot later modern suff 2002-2005 I not yet added) but no doubt of every major publication around this period would feature it - I believe they may still be around
Volga V12 Coupe -BMW 850CSL engine see March 2003 NZ Driver Page 90-93
a level Volga V12 ; imspired by Volga sedan 1957 (GAZ-21)but a coupe and wider based on mechanics of a BMW 850CSL running gear 6spm;its debut Paris Show 2002
for more information see their website www.alevel.ru
This new manufacturer in Russian .A small company that designs and builds specialised cars in small runs here they took a mid 1950s to mid 60s Volga Russian car convert the 4 door saloon to a attractive coupe and rebuilt it using BMW power - Quite an impressive piece of machinery!!
I only got one reference so far (Lot later modern suff 2002-2005 I not yet added) but no doubt of every major publication around this period would feature it - I believe they may still be around
Volga V12 Coupe -BMW 850CSL engine see March 2003 NZ Driver Page 90-93
a level Volga V12 ; imspired by Volga sedan 1957 (GAZ-21)but a coupe and wider based on mechanics of a BMW 850CSL running gear 6spm;its debut Paris Show 2002
for more information see their website www.alevel.ru
A & M (GB) 1989 -
A & M (GB) 1989 -
EX2 Coupe 1999 an feature occur ed in December 1998 Kit Car International (GB) a British magazines that looks at kit and alternative cars I have not reviewed this magazine myself (Although Indexed its predecessor Alternative Cars 1979-1986)
EX2 Coupe 1999 an feature occur ed in December 1998 Kit Car International (GB) a British magazines that looks at kit and alternative cars I have not reviewed this magazine myself (Although Indexed its predecessor Alternative Cars 1979-1986)
A.M.G of Gothenburg ( S ) 1903
A.M.G of Gothenburg ( S ) 1903
a Swedish firm where not much is known about them from English publications so far...the only reference is a few lines sourced from a Feature on Swedish cars published in 1992 by a Dutchman who sells classic exotic cars here in NZ and in Europe
see October 1992 NZ Classic Car Page 38 Volume 2 Issue 10 and its only thought that 9 were made using German 2 cyl German engines
a Swedish firm where not much is known about them from English publications so far...the only reference is a few lines sourced from a Feature on Swedish cars published in 1992 by a Dutchman who sells classic exotic cars here in NZ and in Europe
see October 1992 NZ Classic Car Page 38 Volume 2 Issue 10 and its only thought that 9 were made using German 2 cyl German engines
A.E.L (GB) see Assoc Electrical Industries LTD
A.E.L were a British company involved in developing a British Electric car (and may have had association with Chloride batteries who themselves through the 1970s and 80s produced a number of prototype electric cars using other manufacturers cars?) and whom constructed a Austin Mini Traveller (Estate car or wagon) to run on batteries
below is reference to them and driving impression and preview of the vehicle
see 25th March 1966 Autocar (GB) page 636-637
below is reference to them and driving impression and preview of the vehicle
see 25th March 1966 Autocar (GB) page 636-637
Car makers beging with A unusual Refences from magazines first ABAM see Krieger
Below is a record of the references to many worlds cars particularly interest will be makers many of you have found difficulties finding -what you see below is not complete and will be continually added in years to come - many makers will be know my other names some are not totally in 'pure' alfa order die to makers having initials
Lets make a start
A.B.A.M (D) this was name for Krieger's sold in Germany KRIEGER ( F ) 1898-1909
for references on Krieger are:
History Feature see On Four Wheels (Orbis) a Car encyclopedia in weekly parts my edition is Firirst Edition published 1973-1975 see page 1123-1124
Black & White Photo of one in 1957 a ELECTRIC BROUGHAM 9th January 1957 The Motor (GB) Page 925 photo shows bought out of Chloride Batteries Museum to ferry employees to Meetings during the fuel crisis of 1957-1958
1904 Town Carriage -Electric see 2nd November 1967 Autocar (GB) Page 23 Volume 127 Issue 3742 a black white photo of former Duke of Westminster car ; displayed as of 1967 at the London Science Museum
Lets make a start
A.B.A.M (D) this was name for Krieger's sold in Germany KRIEGER ( F ) 1898-1909
for references on Krieger are:
History Feature see On Four Wheels (Orbis) a Car encyclopedia in weekly parts my edition is Firirst Edition published 1973-1975 see page 1123-1124
Black & White Photo of one in 1957 a ELECTRIC BROUGHAM 9th January 1957 The Motor (GB) Page 925 photo shows bought out of Chloride Batteries Museum to ferry employees to Meetings during the fuel crisis of 1957-1958
1904 Town Carriage -Electric see 2nd November 1967 Autocar (GB) Page 23 Volume 127 Issue 3742 a black white photo of former Duke of Westminster car ; displayed as of 1967 at the London Science Museum
carmagreviews I am back to blog 2009
14 Feb 2009
Well after 8 months I finally decided to add more...
I don't know how many people see the blog but no doubt the more makers i add - more of you will take note and be referred to my web site www.carmagreviews.co.nz which would be cool
My strategy this year is do more on blogs and freely join in to many of forums around the world and freely provided references to people from magazines i have documented in efforts to get my site used more - Many of you do not know I exist and stumbled upon me via 'Google' of 'Fire Fox' even some of you are using your iphones!
its made it more difficult to increase my awareness because after much letters to magazines I hitting a wall of silence -the respective editors ; General Managers ; Marketing managers & many of magazine editors around the world they have not reported me in the news section of magazines or done a story on me even when i have provided or offered material - only about 1/10 of my letters answering readers enquiries of cars in letters of editor's have they published! (When I have their answers!!!) - 1 Kiwi Publication is prepared for me set up Question & Answer column in coming months that is NZ Vintage Car Club Beaded Wheels magazine where i will be in March-April 2009 Publication
Many Magazines have not realised I have creating further awareness and increased sales of their respective magazines around the world in a small way
Why their reluctance?
1/. I have not written any books - Well I have not got time to write books - This is my book my site and database
2/ I promote their competition as well
3/ Many of their columnists or historians could be out of a job -Although I do not believe this would be the easy - i add value to their work
Back to it
- My site has kept me busy although I have got more to add (later today 14 th Feb 2009) lately I being doing the bigger off line database index of older magazines - Currently I am working through the gaps in my collection and indexing
Thoroughbred & Classic Cars 1975-1985 gaps
Classic & Sports car 1982-1986
The Automobile so far I am up to June 1987 yep lot more to do ( I received all 25 years worth for free last year!)
Practical Classics 1982-1984
I finished last year
Auto Itala 1996-2007April (To return this month..)
Old Motor 1979-1981
Still to add
Classic Bike (I received a donation from Weltec here in Wellington)
Cars & Spare Parts 1990-1996
4x4 Australia with older issues of NZ4WD
I will continue with Italian unusual cars i started over a year ago - i started years back now that I have finished documenting Auto Italia mag itself - I did try to get some pictures of cars from other sites but many of Italian car clubs were not prepared to oblige in fact i received a abrupt and angry email from a Belgian who owns a few Lombardis Abarth who flately refused my request for photos of his car even I offering to link back to his site this guy is NUTS! his loss I say! :)
and so I am starting a new Topic covering all makers from A to Z which will take some time which will keep me busy for next few years - this will give where references can be found on those cars and cross references to other names on see my next blog
Cheers Julian
Well after 8 months I finally decided to add more...
I don't know how many people see the blog but no doubt the more makers i add - more of you will take note and be referred to my web site www.carmagreviews.co.nz which would be cool
My strategy this year is do more on blogs and freely join in to many of forums around the world and freely provided references to people from magazines i have documented in efforts to get my site used more - Many of you do not know I exist and stumbled upon me via 'Google' of 'Fire Fox' even some of you are using your iphones!
its made it more difficult to increase my awareness because after much letters to magazines I hitting a wall of silence -the respective editors ; General Managers ; Marketing managers & many of magazine editors around the world they have not reported me in the news section of magazines or done a story on me even when i have provided or offered material - only about 1/10 of my letters answering readers enquiries of cars in letters of editor's have they published! (When I have their answers!!!) - 1 Kiwi Publication is prepared for me set up Question & Answer column in coming months that is NZ Vintage Car Club Beaded Wheels magazine where i will be in March-April 2009 Publication
Many Magazines have not realised I have creating further awareness and increased sales of their respective magazines around the world in a small way
Why their reluctance?
1/. I have not written any books - Well I have not got time to write books - This is my book my site and database
2/ I promote their competition as well
3/ Many of their columnists or historians could be out of a job -Although I do not believe this would be the easy - i add value to their work
Back to it
- My site has kept me busy although I have got more to add (later today 14 th Feb 2009) lately I being doing the bigger off line database index of older magazines - Currently I am working through the gaps in my collection and indexing
Thoroughbred & Classic Cars 1975-1985 gaps
Classic & Sports car 1982-1986
The Automobile so far I am up to June 1987 yep lot more to do ( I received all 25 years worth for free last year!)
Practical Classics 1982-1984
I finished last year
Auto Itala 1996-2007April (To return this month..)
Old Motor 1979-1981
Still to add
Classic Bike (I received a donation from Weltec here in Wellington)
Cars & Spare Parts 1990-1996
4x4 Australia with older issues of NZ4WD
I will continue with Italian unusual cars i started over a year ago - i started years back now that I have finished documenting Auto Italia mag itself - I did try to get some pictures of cars from other sites but many of Italian car clubs were not prepared to oblige in fact i received a abrupt and angry email from a Belgian who owns a few Lombardis Abarth who flately refused my request for photos of his car even I offering to link back to his site this guy is NUTS! his loss I say! :)
and so I am starting a new Topic covering all makers from A to Z which will take some time which will keep me busy for next few years - this will give where references can be found on those cars and cross references to other names on see my next blog
Cheers Julian
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