BRITISH CAB MANUFACTURERS’ BID FOR SUPREMACY

Southland Times, Issue 20446, 26 March 1928, Page 7

BRITISH CAB MANUFACTURERS’ BID FOR SUPREMACY

Since the close of the War British manufacturers have set to work to regain the ground lost during the long years of the great conflict and the Motor Car Manufacturer has been no exception. We have often heard it said that the failure of British makers to cater for colonial conditions has accounted for the preference shown for the product of American makers. The appearance on Colonial markets of the new 20-60-h.p. Vauxhall shows an earnest and successful effort to supply a car suited in every respect, to New Zealand conditions, at a price which competes with American makers and should command the business. Messrs A. Russell and Co., Ltd., who have taken up the Southland Agency for the New “Vauxhall” have arranged a special display of the complete range of models at their showrooms, which have been specially decorated for the purpose during the next three days. These include a Bedford saloon, Melton roadster and Princetown tourer, in addition to a car chassis. We quote the October, 1927, issue of the English Motor as follows— As was exclusively announced in Ths Motor, dated September 13, the outstanding feature of the programme of the Vauxhall Company for 1928 is an entirely new six-cylinder chassis to be known as the 20-60-h.p. type and the Luton works of the company have been completely reorganized for the production of this car in considerable quantities. Only a brief inspection of the sturdy chassis is needed to show that, while fully suited to British requirements, it is also a car which will admirably meet the needs of the overseas purchaser. Features such as a powerful six-cylinder engine developing a high torque at low speeds, a very strong frame, a four-for-ward speed gearbox, and exceptionally sound four-wheel braking system, a good steering lock, a 4ft Bin track and a 9in ground clearance all go to make the car suitable for driving under almost any conditions. The appearance of the New “Vauxhall” should provide an opportunity for the New Zealand motorist to gratify his often expressed desire to see a greater proportion of our expenditure in motor cars going to Great Britain in preference to America. A hearty invitation is extended to motorists to call at Messrs A. Russell and Co.’s garage, and inspect these new models during the special showing on Saturday, Monday and Tuesday and see for themselves the last word in British engineering practice. In the New “Vauxhall” is provided power, flexibility, comfort, sturdiness and a luxuriousness in refinements not excelled by any car at any price.—Advt.