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Press, Volume LXIII, Issue 19111, 21 September 1927, Page 13

PROOF W What the World thin ofERSKINE six SUPREMACY What the World thinks about Studehaker's New "Erskine S ix." " THE PARIS TEMPS " Clou du Salon 'The Hit of the Show.' " LONDON CHRONICLE " : " When looking for sheer value lor money and taking no cognizance as to the country or origin—the New ERSKINE " SIX "on the Studebaker stand is another exhibit which forces attention. D. M. COOPER, SYDNEY " DAILY GUARDIAN " : "The ERSKINE 'SIX' covered 'The Guardian' test course on Monday, averaging 28.6 miles per hour, and gave the best exhibition of the Engine Brake Test in the history of the trials . . . with speed registering 15 m.p.h. on a grade of about one in ten the Erskine ' Six' pulled up in practically a car length. I have been round the course on 80 different occasions with at least 60 different models. In this particular test the new Erskine ' Six ' registered the finest performance of my experience ... A little Aristocrat with the performance of a thoroughbred." "THE TRUTH," SYDNEY : 'Taking the Wheel, TRUTH'S expert was agreeably surprised at the liveliness of the Erskine's engine, which responded instantly to the slightest pressure upon the accelerator . . . developing its power quickly and evenly with a healthy purr like a contented kitten. " Four-wheel brakes, quick and effective in operation . . . seemed impossible to make the ERSKINE skid even on greasy surface of wst blocks ... on Maroubra Speedway 40 miles per hour in second gear ... 58 miles per hour in top . . . our motor man can quite understand the enthusiasm over ERSKINE." "ADELAIDE MAIL" : " The most striking feature of the car is perhaps the ease with which it can be driven . . . really rough stretches can be taken at high speeds without the slightest discomfort . . . not the slightest tendency to roll on corners, due to the exceptionally low centre of gravity, which is one of the outstanding features." " BRISBANE TELEGRAPH " : " A revolution in light cars ... it has bridged the gap between light and heavy cars, embracing the advantages of the heavier vehicle, while retaining the quality of the light machine . . . more than attractive in appearance . . . On a run from Lismore to Brisbane, with roads in a bad state, the petrol consumption was very close to 30 miles per gallon. Sound workmanship is evidenced in the engine, as in every other part. THE ERSKINE "SIX." AWARDED GOLD MEDAL IN THE LONDON TO LAND'S END RELIABILITY TRIAL, APRIL 16th, 1927. A STOCK MODEL ERSKINE, the New Bix-cylinder 16/40 Saloon, by STUDEBAKER, driven by Mr. R. J. Handover, who had entered it in the London to Land's End Reliability Trial, passed cbrrectly through every check, easily negotiated the four difficult hill tests and ran the full 317£ miles without developing the slightest fault, securing the Gold Medal Award. GEORGE GEORGE, SYDNEY " DAILY \ TELEGRAPH " : " Economical, speedy, and delightful to drive. I had a good look at thjp chassis—certainly gave one the , impression that they would stand up to our severe Australian conditions. Delightfully easy steering—a steady puller. I slowed down to 4or 5 mites per hour on a perceptible up-grade, and then, on gently depressing the accelerator pedal, found the car would accelerate smoothly, without the slightest snatching or bucking. Petrol consumption over the ' Daily Telegraph ' course was 28.4 miles per gallon—--54 miles per hour in top, 37 miles per hour in second. As a hill climber, I found the New ERBKINE " SIX " surprisingly good. It is a car that certainly puts up a very good performance, appears to be economical in operation, and gives indications by its substantial construction of being very likely to give long service." N EW REDUCED PRICE ERSKINE SIX Custom Sedan USED CARS TAKEN IN PART PAYMENT THE MOTOR. London: " A few minutes' acquaintance with the ERSKINE brought out the fact that it is a particularly easy and comfortable vehicle to drive " Acceleration proved to be excellent, the car reaching 50 m d h' from a 10 m.p.h. start on top gear in 27 sees., while on second gear the maximum of 38 m.p.h. is reached in correspondingly quick time. The maximum speed attained was 55 m.p.h. with a load of four adults of average weight. The engine is devoid of roughness at this speed and 40-45 m.p.h. can be attained indefinitely without any feeling ot over-driving. " The four-wheel braking system proved equal to all demand! made upon it. . . H. MASSIC BUIST, " THE ILLUSTRATED SPORTING AND DRAMATIC NEWS " London : Admirable ENGINE Balance. ..." I have never sat behind, nor driven, a six cylinder' American engine of any size or cost that has a better balance than this. Yet no crankshaft balancer is used at all. Nor are a Mt of balance weights added to the crankshaft as an after thought of production. Safety and Appearance. The low centre of gravity, European style, and the use of a steel body, the excellent means of providing the maximum visibility for the driver, and the employment of properly designed internal expanding front wheel brakes, make this car safe beyond the ordinary Two-beam headlights are provided by means of double filament bulbs in the centre. * One is a long range beam for general driving, and the other a tilted beam light for town driving. " The centre of gravity is excellently low." " THE AUTOCAR," London: LOW BUT ROOMY. In the first place the ERSKINE is of a lower build than one Is accustomed to expect from the U.S.A., for the overall height 1s but 5 ft. 10 in. In spite of this the head room has not been sacrificed, for from floorboards to roof lining the distance is 48} in. Although the wheelbase is Just under 9 ft., and the chassis accommodates a sixcylinder engine with four crankshaft bearings, the designer has managed to provide ample room in the four-door saloon without having too much overhang. SMOOTH AND SILENT. ..." A cruising speed of 40 to 45 m.p.h. can be maintained without any real indication that the engine is doing any work, and, owing to the good qualities of the suspension system, and the absence of drumming and other body noises, such a speed is very deceptive, appearing much lower than it actually is. " At the same time when called upon the engine will throttle down and pull sustainedly on top gear at less than 4 m.p.h. The car can, therefore, if one wishes, be driven on top gear practically anywhere, and as the clutch is smooth in action it is only really necessary to change down in traffic if one is brought to an absolute standstill. ... * Confidence is also inspired by theefficiency of the pedal-operated internalexpanding four-wheel brakes, for from a speed ot 40 m.p.h. the car was brought to rest in a distance of 91 ft. . . ." WHAT BRITISH MOTOR TRADERS THINK ; GLASGOW: Robert Gibson & Sons (Motors) Ltd.: " We have done a considerable mileage, and wo would like you to know that wo are growing more enthusiastic every day, and In our honest opinion the ERSKINE 'SIX* is a revelation in performance, beauty* and character, and we feel it deserves the title of The World's Wonder Car. In its class we are convinced there is nothing to equal either its performance or value for money." BIRMINGHAM : Laughton, Goodwin & Go.: " We are delighted with its little engine, springing, and general road ability,and lam glad to tell you that not only I, but the whole of my staff, sales and mechanical side, are , most enthusiastic about it. Personally I feel confident that the ERBKINE is setting a new fashion in body design. One is amazed at the roominess oHhe interior—in fact, the ERBKINE is at least a year ahead in design. f EASY TERMB ARRANGED New Zealand Agents for STUDEBAKER and ERSKINE Oars ADAMS LTD. SHOWROOMS: 152-154 HIGH STREET, CHRISTCHURCH Phones 220 & 2531 And at AUCKLAND, WELLINGTON, WANQANUI, PALMSRSfON NORTH and TIMARU. Phones 220 & 2561

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