GILLETT MOTORS, LTD.

Waikato Times, Volume 100, Issue 16813, 3 June 1926, Page 9

GILLETT MOTORS, LTD.

THE FAMOUS BEAN CARS. BEAN COMMr:RCIAL VEHICLES. The stand of Gillett Motors, Ltd., which adjoins the. Dairy Produce exhibit at Ihe Waikafo Winter Show this sycar, is one of particular prominence. Tills comes through the dual qualification of Ihe lay-out of l.he display and the outstanding quality of Ihe vehicles exhibited, and for which the firm are provincial distributors. The Bean Cars and commercial vehicles, which Gillett Motors. Ltd.. trade in, are of British manufacture, and, as such, carry Ihe guarantee of outstanding workmanship, alluring finish and high grade service. The Boan "Fourteen" Three Seater. is capable of accommodating six pastsengers if necessity arises. With a speed of 5 lo 50 in.p.h. on lop gear the car is simple lo handle, and with an engine developing over .'.O horsepower on tin' brake, a minimum of gear changing is necessary, while excellent climbing and general performance is assured. II is upholstered in genuine first.-qualily leathers, plealcd fashion. The cushions are constructed on special spring frames, and the side curtains arc stored behind the cushion panelThe Bean "Fourteen" Saloon possesses exceptionally comfortable accommodation for five passengers. It is holh a ulilily. car and one which strikes a note of unobtrusive dignity. Luxuriously appointed Ihroughout, this car strongly appeals to the "qualily" instinct of the purchaser. It is indeed a car of which lo be proud. The complete interior is upholstered in Belford cord pleated and stuffed wilh hair. the. construction of the cushions being on spring frames. Tho Bean "Fourteen" Landaulette, which is of imposing proportions, carries seven including Ihe driver. The windows are. adjustable, and when desired Ihe rear portion of the hood may ho folded back. Such is Ihe stamina of the Bean chassis that when loaded to its full capacity this car will continue to perform its duties with unfailing reliability. The upholstery is of the. best genuine leather, pleated and stuffed with hair, the cushions being constructed on spring frames. The Bean "Fourteen" Touring Car Is. in every sense of Ihe word, a full size car, which will carry six passengers comfortably if occasion demands, in general performance', in accommodation, in fact in most respects, it compares favourably wilh many cars of greater power and higher price, lis power unit is equal lo any call likely lo be made upon if. The steepest gradient is conquered with ease. This car is very cornplele in all weather equipment, including a readily adjustable rear windscreen, rigid side curtains, and a one-man hood which requires only Ihe impetus of a smart lift to erect, and Ihe Bean "Fourteen" 5-sealcr is. withal, a car enu'nently suited for all-lhc-year-round service. The upholstery is in genuine first-quality leather, pleated fashion, and [he cushions are constructed on special spring frames.

The Bean "Fourtoon" Saloon de Luxe

both in beanly and in general performance is all that can he desired. All the art of the coachbuilder has been lavished upon Ihe sweeping lines, Ihe gracefully shaped windows and the irently rounded roof. Compact, yet surprisingly roomy, the advent of Ihis model has' rendered a high expenditure upon a car of greater power unnecessary. Five passengers can travel in the utmost comfort, and the arrangement of Ihe sealing, lighting and ventilation leaves nothing lo be desired. Undoubtedly, the Bean Saloon de Luxe is a carriage which will please Ihe most critical owner, Its upholslcrv is of the best quality genuine leather, plealcd and stuffed with hair, Iho cushions being constructed on spring frames. The Bean "Twelve" Tourer. Perhaps even more popular than the "Twelve" 2-sealcr model is lite Bean "Twelve" Tourer. To the casual observer this car conveys the impression of being of higher rating than is actually the case, since four wide doors give access to deep and roomy seats, and there Is ample leg room both in front and rear. A reserve of power to carry its full complement oi passengers anywhere completes the impression, and the car is, In fact, equal in many respects to others or greater horse power and proportionately higher price and upkeep costs. The driving position Is extremely comfortable —an adjustable seat bringing overv control within reach with a minimum of effort. Bigid side curtains and a one-man hood provide cornplele proteellon during wet weather ami wilh the completeness of the equipment, Ihe Bean Four-seal-er Car" is eminently suitable for ramlly man, tourist, or business man. The cushions are constructed on special, spring frames and upholstered in plcate/I fashion wilh genuine first qualitv leather. The engine, developing 2i horse-power on the brake, is essentially economical In operation, since 35 m.p.g. is a petrol consumption commonly obtained by ownerdrivers. Simple lo handle under all circumstances and capable of oxceplional service during many years. Ihe Bean "Twelve" 2-seater is justifiably a car with a strong reputation. Safety First. Wilh the very considerable increase in the number of cars on the road, one's saTely does not depend entirely upon personal experience and skill. Wilh large numbers or new drivers continually joining Hie ranks of motorists, the 'most careful velernn may easily become involved in an accident. "Safety First" lias become, a. byword, bill, how many realise that safely depends almost enlirely upon the ability lo slop quickly—absolutely? It is now universally recognised that to be complete in every respect, the "safely" feature, four wheel brakes, must bo included in Ihe design of a car. For some lime past the Perrol Servo Type of front wheel brake has been used wilh completely satisfactory results on all Bean Cars, both "Twelve" and "Fourteen." The filling of Ihis typo of brake makes possible the operalion or brakes on all four wheels of Hie ear with but Ihe, same pressure upon ihe brake pedal as is ordinarily required for rear wheel brakes only. This fact is emphasised since it is reassuring lo lady drivers who may be under the impression that considerable pressure is necessary for Ihe proper application of such brakes. An Important advantage of four wheel brakes is Ihe fact that skidding through sudden pressure upon the brake pedal is impossible. In the Perrot Servo system is the most reliable moans of braking on four wheels. It increases Ihe safely of Ihe cars to Ihe utmost and adds immeasurably to the moral comfort or Ms passengers. In choosing a Bean Gar, therefore, one is assured of always

having the means to stop in the shortest passible time when necessity arises —and that alone Is full justification for choosing a car from this famous range, The price of the 12 h.p. Bean is i £425, and Ihe 14 h.p. £SOO. Beans j do most, of the castings and springs ' for their own and most other English cars. Commercial Vehicles. At their Show stand. Gillett Motors. Ltd., display a 25-30 cwt. Bean commercial vehicle. The chassis, spare wheel and tyres cost £42"). It is an accepted fact that most of the high costs in connection with transport are (he outcome of inefficient organisation. A vehicle that adequately provides against this loss is the Bean 2;">-30 ewt. commercial vehicle, and is therefore the solution to the hich'costs of I'oad transport. lis design is the outcome of tho experience gained in (he production of cars of Ihe highest quality. Many of the principles embodied in Bean Gars have been incorporated in Ihis vehicle, and rigid rond i tests under all conditions have enabled | the manufacturers lo perfect lo a re- j markahle decree Ihe design and lay- I out of the. Bean "Gommercial." The fact that this vehicle has been produced enlirely under the. control of ils originators has much lo do with its j slurdiuess, its roadworthiness and ; efficiency. The well-proportioned yet strictly workmanlike appearance of Ihe Bean from any angle. Hie harmonious outline and the ceneral air of quality characteristic of Bean productions are clearly observable in the Bean "Commercial." to he inspected on the firm's stand at Ihe Show. Compact, clean and withal dignified. ' Ihe Beau is a vehicle thai will add to the prestige of the firm using it as a means of delivery. Gillelts Motors. Ltd.. are also provincial agents for Hudson. Essex, Clymo cars, and Victor and Daimler trucks. The Buggies 30 cwt. 2-ton truck, which is also on display at the stand, j is the ideal truck for every need. The firm can deliver Ruggles trucks from i to 31 tons. This commercial truck is manufactured by the largest, Iruck j manufacturers in America. ;