Ain't She Sweet
A big thanks to Vinnie Montalbano for sending me the beautiful flowers……….. Er, wait’a minute maybe I should explain a little further. You see, I contacted my friend Vinnie asking if he had any more flower pictures (similar to this - flic.kr/p/2nk2zuH but in portrait orientation), that I might be able to use as a backdrop for this artwork and he graciously complied by sending me two fine pictures via the internet. If you don’t already know Vince Montalbano and have not viewed his extensive gallery of fine pictures, may I suggest you do - www.flickr.com/photos/20127329@N06/ .
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The Car
The Alvis type TA21 was announced in 1950, looking much like its TA14 predecessor but featuring independent front suspension and a new, overhead-valve, six cylinder, three litre engine. Styled along classic, pre-war lines, the Three Litre was reckoned by Autocar magazine to appeal to 'discerning owners who appreciate quality and good handling as well as performance.' Additions to the range of models were not long in coming; a sports two-seater and a Tickford bodied two-door drophead coupé being announced for the 1951 season. The introduction of open-top models was calculated to boost sales in the United States market where Alvis was beginning to make an impact. Perhaps the best thing about it is that many of the handling characteristics of the sports car have been built into the chassis which, combined with a low centre of gravity and a reasonable amount of space, make this fine car something of a compromise suited to those who want both family car and sports car features all in one.
Tickford built 302 dropheads and this is only one of 80 produced in Left Hand Drive. The total TA21 production is 1316.
This car was completed on February 4, 1952 and delivered to De Nederlandsche Motors Rotterdam with the following special features: Lucas headlamps, dip switch and pattress, Trico windscreen washer, Bonnet ventilators, polished wood cappings to screen pillars, twin carburetors and heat def., sun visors, new d/light levers, Kilo speedometer, and Dunlop tires.
Source: Charles S. Crail Automobiles
The above source invites viewers to copy and paste the following link in your web browser to watch a series of videos pertaining to this near pristine car - vimeo.com/showcase/5820527
Although I am not 100% sure if the car in the above article is the same car (in artwork) that I recorded at the 2021 British Car Fest held at Harper Junior College, but I believe it is. I invite anyone interested to click the above link to read more about this fine English automobile. Quite an interesting history behind this car.
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Hope you’all enjoy……………….
Ain't She Sweet - www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3It7WLUW94
Ain't She Sweet
A big thanks to Vinnie Montalbano for sending me the beautiful flowers……….. Er, wait’a minute maybe I should explain a little further. You see, I contacted my friend Vinnie asking if he had any more flower pictures (similar to this - flic.kr/p/2nk2zuH but in portrait orientation), that I might be able to use as a backdrop for this artwork and he graciously complied by sending me two fine pictures via the internet. If you don’t already know Vince Montalbano and have not viewed his extensive gallery of fine pictures, may I suggest you do - www.flickr.com/photos/20127329@N06/ .
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The Car
The Alvis type TA21 was announced in 1950, looking much like its TA14 predecessor but featuring independent front suspension and a new, overhead-valve, six cylinder, three litre engine. Styled along classic, pre-war lines, the Three Litre was reckoned by Autocar magazine to appeal to 'discerning owners who appreciate quality and good handling as well as performance.' Additions to the range of models were not long in coming; a sports two-seater and a Tickford bodied two-door drophead coupé being announced for the 1951 season. The introduction of open-top models was calculated to boost sales in the United States market where Alvis was beginning to make an impact. Perhaps the best thing about it is that many of the handling characteristics of the sports car have been built into the chassis which, combined with a low centre of gravity and a reasonable amount of space, make this fine car something of a compromise suited to those who want both family car and sports car features all in one.
Tickford built 302 dropheads and this is only one of 80 produced in Left Hand Drive. The total TA21 production is 1316.
This car was completed on February 4, 1952 and delivered to De Nederlandsche Motors Rotterdam with the following special features: Lucas headlamps, dip switch and pattress, Trico windscreen washer, Bonnet ventilators, polished wood cappings to screen pillars, twin carburetors and heat def., sun visors, new d/light levers, Kilo speedometer, and Dunlop tires.
Source: Charles S. Crail Automobiles
The above source invites viewers to copy and paste the following link in your web browser to watch a series of videos pertaining to this near pristine car - vimeo.com/showcase/5820527
Although I am not 100% sure if the car in the above article is the same car (in artwork) that I recorded at the 2021 British Car Fest held at Harper Junior College, but I believe it is. I invite anyone interested to click the above link to read more about this fine English automobile. Quite an interesting history behind this car.
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Hope you’all enjoy……………….
Ain't She Sweet - www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3It7WLUW94