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Waikato Times, Volume 102, Issue 17220, 1 October 1927, Page 24 (Supplement)

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A little Aristocrat with the performance of a tiwroughfered.” “THE TRUTH,” SYDNEY : “ Taking the Wheel, TRUTH'S export was agreeably surprised at the (fvclinoss of the Ersklne’s engine, which responded instantly to the slightost pressure upon the accelerator . . . developing its power fuicfcly and evenly with a healthy parr like a contented kitten. “ Four-wheel brakes, quick and effective in operation . . . seemed impossible to make the ERSKINE skid even on greasy surface •f wet Hocks ... on Maroutsra Speedway 40 miles per hour in socund gear . . . 58 miles per tour In top ... our motor man can quite understand the enthusiasm ever ERBKINE.”. "ADELAIDE MAIL " : “ The meet striking feature cf the ear Is perhaps the ease with wMeb It cun 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 ” : **k 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 vary dose 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 RAND’S END RELIABILITY TRIAL, APRIL 16th, 1927. A STOCK MODEL ERSKINE, the Bow Bix-eyßnder 16/40 Saloon, by STUDEBAKER, driven by Mr. R. 4. Handover, who had entered It In the London to Land’s End Reliability Trial, passed correctly through every check, easily negotiated the four difficult hill tests and ran the fun 317| miles without developing the slightest fault, securing the Gold Medal Award. BEORGE GEORGE, SYDNEY “ DAILY } TELEGRAPH ” : “ Economical, speedy, and delightful to drive. I had a good look at the 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 miles 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 ERSKINE ” 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 instruction of being vary likely to give long service.” 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 excellonf, the car reaching 50 m.p.h. from a 10 m.p.h. start on top gear in 27 secs., while cn 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 of over-driving. “ The four-wheel braking system proved equal to all demands 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 cylinderAmerican engine of any size or cost that has a better balance than this. Yet no crankshaft balancer is used at all. Nor are a lot 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 is 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 46A in. Although the wheelbase is Just under 9 ft, and the chassis accommodates a sixcylinder engine with feuv 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, ©wing 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 the efficiency of the pedal-operated internalexpanding four-wheel brakes, for from a speed of 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.s " We have done a considerable mileage, and we would like you to know that we are growing more enthusiastic every day, and in our honest opinion the ERSKINE * SIX ’ is a revelation in performance, beauty, and character, and we fee! 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 & Co. : “ We are delighted with its little engine, springing, and general road ability,and I am 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 ERSKINE is setting a new fashion in body design. One is amazed at the roominess of the interior—in fact, the ERSKINE is at least a year ahead in design. EASY TERMS ARRANGED N EW REDUCED PRICE ERSKINE SIX Custom Sedan Phone: 2167 qf • TcmfeS & C@® f Hamilfcesa* W ADAMS LTD. new Zealand agents foe studebaker and erskine cars. Albert St., Auckland CHRISTCHURCH. WELLINGTON, AUCKLAND. WANGANUL PALMERSTON NORTH aad TIMARU,