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NEW RUGBY CAR.

BEAUTY OF LINE AND FINISH. PHENOMENAL VALUE. The New Rugby Car is a great ad-* vance in the progress of motor transportation, and although introduced only last year over 120,000 have already been delivered to satisfied owners. The exhibit at the Waikato Winter Show is worthy of special mention, although Mr A. J. Grant, the Waikato distributor is only able to show one model owing to the lack of larger accommodation. However, the machine on view 5s a touring car, and it is distinguished by the graceful • radiator, neat fitting bonnet, and the smart aluminium bead separating it from the cowl. These features are increased by the new fender design, drum type headlamps, radiator splash apron, and other details which give this popular car a distinction above other similar types. The specifications include a four cylinder motor, with detachable head; honey comb radiator, Elliott type steering mechanism, with wheels adjustably mounted on roller bearings. Special attention has been paid to the springing of the Rugby and her riding qualities are certainly astonishing. Gasoline supply is from a 11 i gallon tank -with vacuum feed. The models are numerous and in-, elude. Touring Gar, Sedan, CbupeJ Roadster, Special Models, and Gom-» meraial types. The Rugby car is a Durant product and it will be found a new creation which makes for itself a fresh place in the progress of motor transport, and also a vehicle selling for £255 as perfect in proportion and as well appointed as cars selling at double the price. The local agent whose premises are situated in Selkirk Street, will be happy at all times to arrange for demonstrations, and a ring on 'Phone 1204 will bring a car to your .door.

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Waikato Times, Volume 97, Issue 15998, 28 May 1924, Page 6

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NEW RUGBY CAR. Waikato Times, Volume 97, Issue 15998, 28 May 1924, Page 6

NEW RUGBY CAR. Waikato Times, Volume 97, Issue 15998, 28 May 1924, Page 6