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Earlier in the day I had seen this consist arrive in Dunsmuir from the south. Sadly the condition of the locos was quite typical of SP in its later days.
The radiator grid in the lower bodyshell at the back denotes a "tunnel motor", equipped for extra ventilation to the engine beneficial whilst working in tunnels.
The locos are 8282, 8321 and 8261, all SD40T-2's.
Ex London Underground D78 Stock now masquerading as class 230 is seen crossing Hawarden Bridge over the River Dee near Shotton with a test working from Birkenhead to Wrexham before they enter full service for Transport for Wales. The Class 230 D-Train is a diesel-electric multiple unit or battery EMU built by rolling stock manufacturer Vivarail for the British rail network. The units are converted from old London Underground D78 Stock, originally manufactured in 1980 by Metro-Cammell. The conversion re-uses the D78's aluminium bodyshells and have new interiors.
During June 1988, 20025 and 20064 are captured coming off the Immingham lines and approaching Brocklesby Station. Note: 20064 has a "classic" retro green livery that is barely showing through the grime.
Class 20 20025 was one of the original batch of Class 20s built at the Robert Stephenson & Hawthorns works, Darlington, and entered service in November 1959, numbered D8025. It was renumbered to 20025 under TOPs in January 1973 but was later withdrawn for a time (from December 1982) until being reinstated in April 1983. At the time of this photo it was an Immingham engine and remained one until withdrawn in September 1991. After 3 years of storage at Frodingham (1991 to 1994), it was then moved to M.C. Metals, Springburn, Glasgow, where it was cut up during March 1995.
The rear loco is Class 20 20064, which was also built at the Robert Stephenson & Hawthorns works, Darlington. Entering service (as D8064) in June 1961, it was initially allocated to Sheffield Darnall, then moved to Tinsley in May 1964 and would remain there for over two decades. Renumbered to 20064 under TOPs in 1973, its next milestone was to be repainted (March 1987 at Tinsley) in BR classic green livery and named 'River Sheaf' after the Sheffield river. The black and silver name was located in the middle of the red sole bars but would disappear a few months later. 20064's sister Tinsley loco, 20030, was also painted the same and was named 'River Rother'. The pair went on to haul the Class 20 Locomotive Society 'Three to The Sea' Railtour (along with 20118) in May 1987.
By 1988, 20064 had been allocated to Immingham but had lost its red sole bars (painted green) and ran in the grimy condition seen here. It continued working for the next three years until withdrawn in September 1990. Officially it was scrapped in October 1991 (at M.C. Metals, Springburn, Glasgow), but the remains of its bodyshell were still visible nearly a year later among a pile of other scrapped Class 20 remains.
35mm Negative | Date: 20 June 1988 | © TJW: ROTWSI
Camera: Pentax MX | 35mm Negative
Northern 150204 has just got the road into the Down side “carriage sidings (CS)” having worked empty stock from Newton Heath, 30th January 2018.
Unit History
150204 is one of the final batch of eighty five class 150 two-car units which were built at York in 1986/87 and are now over thirty years old. They had different interiors and front end gangways to the earlier class 150/1 units and were used on longer-distance services. The end gangways make them very similar in appearance to later batches of the electric class 317 units, also based on the Mark III bodyshell. 150204 was initially allocated to Newton Heath and was disbanded in the early 1990’s and the two vehicles used as “centre” vehicles to form three car 150/0 units (150012 and 150014) for Birmingham area suburban duties. These three car units were disbanded in 2012 and 150204 reformed and transferred to Newton Heath. I first came across 150204 on the 19th December 1988 at Derby.
A flashback two decades to this scene from Ebury Bridge at London Victoria on 19th May 2004, when the Network South East livery was still evident and work on repurposing the former Battersea Power station had commenced in earnest. 'Networker' Class 465/1 465187, built by BREL/ABB in 1994, runs neck and neck with Class 456 456012 forming an East Croydon via Norbury to London Victoria service. Based on the BR Mark 3 bodyshell, the small class of twenty-four 2-car Class 456 units were built by BREL York between 1990-1991. It was the last Southern EMU design to employ English Electric 507 traction motors, remarkably some of which had been salvaged from old 4-SUB units withdrawn in the 1980s. Before eventual migration to other routes, they provided operational flexibility on the Central Division's suburban services during their earlier years of operation, especially during peak periods. After an unremarkable career of almost three decades the last units were taken out of service on 16th January 2022.
A medium format Provia 100F transparency scan taken with a Mamiya 645.
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Formosa 120GR (1963 donor car) Engine 1147cc Triumph S4
Registration 56 SC
This is an interesting one, and one i had not seen before, although i had a long chat with the builder/owner of another example i saw over the 2026 Spring Bank Holiday (nice chap)
Formosa 120GR, inspired by the racing cars from the 1950's. this car is not a replica but captures the style of the era. The design does not replicate any particular marque or model, (although the badging on this one makes it look very much like a mid fifties Maserati sports/racer) therefore avoiding any copyright issues that some replicas have fallen foul of. The result is a stand alone classic looking 50's race car.
The Formosa was the brain child of hot rodder, Gary Jane, and resembled his earlier similar kit car the Sammio. The Formosa was begun under a different operation called Mid Century Re-Creations. The idea was for an enthusiast to find an old Triumph Herald or Vitesse, get rid of the bodyshell, add Gary Janes’ metal support perimeter frame (which was offered at a cost of c.£1000) and his one-piece bodyshell (plus boot, doors and flip-front) for c.£2900 and you had a period-looking two-seater that was IVA exempt and utilised an unmodified chassis.
There were two versions of the Formosa 120GR. The long nose is based on a Reliant Scimitar SE5/5A, and the Short Nose uses a Triumph Herald or Vitesse Chassis as a donor. Mid Century Recreations could supply more parts of the car, such as seats, dashboard, front bulkhead panels, wire wheels, windscreen and much more.
It certainly looks a barrel of fun.
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Shot 09.10.2022, at Bicester Heritage, Autumn Scramble, Bicester Aerodrome, Bicester, Oxon 166-258
With its duties over for the day, Mobile Track Assessment two-car Class 150 Sprinter DB999601 & DB999600 was stabled for the night in Dock Street Sidings at Preston on September 9th 1990. The unit was built at BREL York using the Class 150/1 series bodyshell in 1987. It has since been painted in Network Rail yellow livery and given the set number 950001.
Ford Cortina Mk.V (1979-82) Engine 2294cc Cologne V6
Registration Number DGJ 696 X (London SW)
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The Mark V was announced on 24 August 1979. A large update on the Mark IV, it was really a step between a facelift and a rebody. The Mark V differentiated itself from the Mark IV by having revised headlights with larger turn indicators incorporated (which now showed to the side too), a wider slatted grille said to be more aerodynamically efficient, a flattened roof, more glass area, slimmer C-pillars with revised vent covers, larger, slatted tail lights (on saloon models) and upgraded trim.
Improvements were also made to the engine range, with slight improvements to both fuel economy and power output compared to the Mk.IV, Ford also claimed improved corrosion protection.
The estate models combined the Mk IV's bodyshell (which was initially from the 1970 Ford Taunus) with Mk V front body pressings.
Variants included the Base, L, GL, and Ghia (all available in saloon and estate forms), together with Base and L spec 2-door sedan versions (this bodystyle was available up to Ghia V6 level on overseas markets).
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Shot 01.05.2016 Shot at Catton Hall, nr. Weston on Trent Derbs. REF 116-064
Jensen Interceptor III (1971-73) Engine *440cu (7212cc) (this car is powered by a Chrysler 6276cc engine of the Interceptor II)
Production 3419
Registration Number PUA 216 L (Leeds)
JENSEN ALBUM
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The Jensen Interceptor is a sporting GT class car, hand built at West Bromwich, England with the body designed by Carrozzeria, Touring in Italy and powered by a US Chrysler V8.
The Interceptor broke with Jensen tradition by having a steel bodyshell rather than one of GRP.
The original specification included electric windows, reclining front seats, a wood rimmed steering wheel, radio with twin speakers, reversing lights and an electric clock. Power steering was included as standard from September 1968.
The Mark II (1969-71) shared the same Chrysler engine as the original Interceptor but offered revised front styling and ventilated disc brakes
The Mark III had a larger 440cu (7212cc) Chrysler V8 with four barrel carburettor. The Interceptor sold well until sales were hit by the OPEC oil crisis of 1974.
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Shot 06.05.2019 at Gawsworth Hall, Classic Car Show Ref 141-344
Jensen Interceptor III (1971-73) Engine 440cu (7212cc) Production 3419
Registration Number JVG 813 M (Norwich)
JENSEN ALBUM
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The Jensen Interceptor is a sporting GT class car, hand built at West Bromwich, England with the body designed by Carrozzeria, Touring in Italy and powered by a US Chrysler V8.
The Interceptor broke with Jensen tradition by having a steel bodyshell rather than one of GRP.
The original specification included electric windows, reclining front seats, a wood rimmed steering wheel, radio with twin speakers, reversing lights and an electric clock. Power steering was included as standard from September 1968.
The Mark II (1969-71) shared the same Chrysler engine as the original Interceptor but offered revised front styling and ventilated disc brakes
The Mark III had a larger 440cu (7212cc) Chrysler V8 with four barrel carburettor. The Interceptor sold well until sales were hit by the OPEC oil crisis of 1974.
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Shot 03.07.2022, at Cars in the Park, Lichfield, Staffordshire REF 161-092
Riding transporter bogies of varying heights five new HST power cars are under construction. Almost 40 years later some of the first GWR examples may be going for scrap shortly.
Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 236 (1956-58) Engine 2309 S6 OHV 85bhp
Production 693 (plus 803 234s)
Registration Number 171 APK (Surrey)
ARMSTRONG SIDDELEY SET
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The Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is a large executive car produced from 1952 to 1960.
The Sapphire 234 and 236, are identical looking cars introduced in 1955, the 234 with a four cylinder 2290cc engine being slightly the more numerous with 803 examples produced to 1958. The 236 is powered by a 2309cc straight six engine, produced until 1957 with a total of 603 cars built.
The four cylinder 234 and the six cylinder 236 were introduced in 1955,, as executive Sports Saloons sharing the same bodyshell. The 236 has the old Whitley long stroke six cylinder engine. A conventional manual gearbox was available but many were fitted with a Lockheed Manumatic clutchless transmission. Overdrive was an option on either transmission This car with an 85 mph maximum was intended to be a quiet, flexible, easy-to-drive saloon and quite a rarity with only 603 produced
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Shot 23.04.2022 at the Bicester Spring Scramble, Bicester, Oxfordshire 158-034
Track Recording Unit , No. 950001 working the 2Q08
Darlington Up Sidings - Doncaster West Yard seen at
South Hylton Station.
The British Rail Class 950 is a diesel multiple unit that was purpose-built by British Rail Engineering Limited's Holgate Road carriage works for the British Rail Research Division for use as a track assessment unit. It is currently operated by Network Rail.
It was built in 1987 using the same bodyshell as the Class 150/1 Sprinters.It was originally classified as a Class 150, but was reclassified into the departmental series. As part of the privatisation of British Rail, it passed to Railtrack in 1994 and then Network Rail in 2002. The unit is formed of two driving motor vehicles. Individual carriages numbered as follows:
DM: 999600-999601
The unit is currently painted in a plain overall yellow livery with Network Rail branding. It mostly works on branch lines, where the track quality is not good enough for larger and heavier track assessment stock. It is able to operate over most railway lines around Great Britain. The unit is based at the Railway Technical Centre in Derby
Brand new and on test from Doncaster works where it was built 56032 heads west through Shireoaks with a test train of air braked bogie bolster steel wagons and Pullman Parlour First E330 which was used for housing staff working with the trials who could not be accommodated in the cab of the locomotive, 6th July 1977. E330 was from a batch of vehicles built by Metro-Cammell in 1960, based on the BR Mark I coach design and continued in service until early 1978. It was withdrawn due to the insulation material in the car being asbestos.
Locomotive History
In September 1974 British Rail ordered sixty new heavy freight locomotives designated class 56. The order was split with thirty locomotives to be built by Brush and thirty locomotives to be built by Doncaster works. The body design was derived from the Brush class 47 and was of the load bearing monocoque type. The engine (GEC 16RK3CT) was of English Electric heritage and an uprated version to that fitted to the class 50. Although the engine was rated at 3520bhp in the class 56 it was derated to 3250bhp. The electrical equipment was derived from the Brush prototype locomotive HS4000 Kestrel and consisted of a Brush BA1101A 3-phase ac alternator driving six TM73-62 series wound, axle hung nose suspended traction motors. The bogies (designated CP2) were a Swiss design. Although ordered in September 1974 the first of the Doncaster works batch did not start physical construction until July 1976 when the fabricated bodyshells of the first two (56031/32) started to appear. Progress was slow due to shortage of labour and late delivery of components and 56031 eventually entered traffic on the 13th May 1977. As can be seen it was almost another two months before 56032 was ready and following this test run 56032 was released from Doncaster works on the 20th July 1977 and allocated to Toton MPD. After over twenty six years service 56032 was stored in January 2004 after suffering a serious oil leak. However in 2005 it was selected for overseas service in France with Fertis and repaired, repainted and dispatched to France for engineering train duties in May 2005. It returned from France at the end of October 2006 and was stored at Old Oak Common until moved up to Crewe Diesel Depot for further storage in May 2009, where it currently (April 2011) can be found.
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Humber Hawk (1957-67) Engine 2267cc S4 OHV Production 15539 all series, (6813 series 1A)
Registration Number 1932 TR (Southampton)
HUMBER SET
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The 1957 Hawk had a completely new body with unitary construction which it would go on to share with the 1958 Humber Super Snipe. This was the biggest bodyshell for a saloon/estate car built in Great Britain at the time. The 2267 cc engine was carried over, though with modifications to the distributor mounting, and other details; and an automatic transmission, the Borg Warner D.G. model, was now available. The body was styled in Rootes' own studios and featured more glass than previous models, with wrap-around front windscreen, which gave it a considerable resemblance to a 1955 Chevrolet.
There were several revisions during the car's life, each resulting in a new Series number.
The 1959 Series 1A had changed gear ratios and minor trim changes.
The Series II launched in October 1960 had disc front brakes, servo-assisted. The automatic option was no longer available on the home market.
The Series III of September 1962 had a larger fuel tank and bigger rear window. The export model automatic option was also dropped.
More significant changes came with the October 1964 Series IV. The roof was made flatter, the rear window smaller and an extra side window fitted behind the rear doors. Synchromesh was fitted to bottom gear. An anti-roll bar was fitted at the rear.
The final Series IVA of 1965 saw the automatic option re-introduced, this time being the Borg Warner Model 35.
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Shot 21.07.2019 at , Ashover Classic Car Show, Ashover, Derbyshire 143-454
This has been at least six years in the making! There’s a photo from about 2021 showing this mid-progress, and due to it being a complete pain to do, riddled with problems and extremely low priority it spent long periods of time just sat around not being worked on.
However in the time since I completed the DOE, I haven’t had any other models in that “almost complete” phase as all my other projects are around the beginning/middle. This left a perfect window for me to overcome the final barriers in getting this into its finished state.
So, err, what is it? It is, in fact, a Wright Pathfinder ‘320’ bodied Scania N113CRL (I don’t know what the 320 signifies) new as part of the very first batch of low floor buses in London. A selection of these were acquired in early 2010 by Dunn Motor Traction, trading as YourBus, to launch a competitive route in Nottingham against the established Nottingham City Transport.
The whole saga of Yourbus I’ll leave for another photo as on this one I’m going to focus on the intricacies of the N113 Pathfinder and the protracted construction of its model. The reason I’ve made this in the first place is because Yourbus just so happened to begin competing on my local route (the 36) and I distinctly remember them from their launch day and being free to ride. The fully branded livery with orange front was extremely short lived and I wanted a model to depict it as I experienced it on the first day.
It’s first worth noting the Scania N113 is a transverse engined chassis usually meant for double deckers. It has a short rear overhang which to replicate, necessitated chopping the rear end off an EFE Wright Renown and shortening it. I have a clear memory of battling my way through it with a junior hacksaw sometime around late 2019/early 2020.
Back then I wasn’t so good at doing models and made a complete hash of shortening the rear – IIRC the left and right sides of the bodyshell broke apart from each other. I did intend to make one of the cuts align with where the rear met the roof, but for whatever reason I then didn’t do that. The stupidest thing I did was use superglue somewhere in my attempts to put it all back together and completely ruin the glazing units.
By that point the window glazing had become the most structurally important part keeping the rear end together so I was just going to have to live with it. To this day I’m not entirely sure what exactly is keeping the back on among all the Milliput and glue and strips of plastic and stuff I bunged it up with 6 years ago. It’s had so many coats of paint over time attempting to replicate the YourBus plum colour that the paint probably also counts as stress bearing.
The front end was done several years after the back, including the unusual single leaf front door that these bodies had. Funnily enough the door, windscreen and cab being free of glue vapour damage makes it look like its working on a cold, damp evening with all the passenger windows fogged and only the demisters keeping the front clear. The only issue is, the first day when they ran free was not cold and damp!
Another benefit of the misted up windows is that it hides the fact that in 2020 I was not bothered about adding interior detail, which is something I would have added had I fully built it within the past couple of years. Plus you can’t see whatever mess I made of trying to fit the interior into the bunged up, shortened rear end. So possibly it has been a blessing in disguise.
The final obstacle was getting all the branding made up, and then printed in such a way that most of the tiny text was at least somewhat legible, and the printed colours matched close enough to the painted colours. That one thing I put off for many months because I knew it’d require a lot of effort doing test prints and adjustments – not to mention my printer is extremely fickle and will not print to a consistent quality from one day to the next!
So here’s RDZ 1714, YourBus 3105, based off how it appeared on 19.2.10 when the new route was free to ride. I don’t think I’ve ever done a model based off a specific DAY before!
One of 20 Class 745 12-car 'FLIRT' EMUs entering service in the UK for Greater Anglia, 745007 awaits departure from Colchester P2 with 1P38, the 1500 fast intercity service from London Liverpool Street to Norwich.
The 745s have bodyshells manufactured in Szolnok, Hungary, while the final train is assembled in Bussnang, Switzerland.
One of the stylish Derby built Class 310 (AM10) four-car EMU's, 059, was stabled under the former LNWR overall roof at Rugby on May 17th 1981. The fleet of 50 slam-door 310's were a familiar sight on the southern end of the WCML from their introduction in 1965. The class was the first to utilise the BR Mk.2 carriage bodyshell in their construction.
Ford Cortina Mk.V 2.0S (1979-82) Engine 1998cc Pinto TL20 S4
Registration Number HOJ 338 W (Birmingham)
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The Mark V was announced on 24 August 1979. A large update on the Mark IV, it was really a step between a facelift and a rebody. The Mark V differentiated itself from the Mark IV by having revised headlights with larger turn indicators incorporated (which now showed to the side too), a wider slatted grille said to be more aerodynamically efficient, a flattened roof, more glass area, slimmer C-pillars with revised vent covers, larger, slatted tail lights (on saloon models) and upgraded trim.
Improvements were also made to the engine range, with slight improvements to both fuel economy and power output compared to the Mk.IV, Ford also claimed improved corrosion protection.
The estate models combined the Mk IV's bodyshell (which was initially from the 1970 Ford Taunus) with Mk V front body pressings.
Variants included the Base, L, GL, and Ghia (all available in saloon and estate forms), together with Base and L spec 2-door sedan versions (this bodystyle was available up to Ghia V6 level on overseas markets).
S package
The replacement for the previous Mark IV S models was an S package of optional extras, which was available as an upgrade on most Mark V models from L trim level upwards. For the final model year of 1982, this consisted of front and rear bumper overriders, sports driving lamps, an S badge on the boot, tachometer, four-spoke steering wheel, revised suspension settings, front gas shock absorbers, Sports gear-lever knob, Sports road wheels, and fishnet Recaro sports seats (optional). Various "special editions" were announced, including the Calypso and Carousel.
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Shot 25.07.2021 at Beaumanor Hall, Woodhouse, Leic. 148-076
The remains of a circa early 1970s British-built Austin-Morris EA public service ambulance w/ bodywork by ‘Wadham Stringer’ coachbuilders, sitting abandoned and neglected in the woods on a country lane near Darlington, County Durham, U.K. The body was made entirely of fibreglass, and every other non-plastic component on this vehicle has long since been removed. All that remains is this bare cracked bodyshell, which after being decommissioned as an ambulance used to be painted light blue (as a mobile grocer shop), and has now deteriorated to “hearing aid beige” bare exposed fibreglass. The vehicle has been siting in this exact same spot for decades.
Examples of abandoned classic vehicles in the wilderness such as this one have become an increasingly rare sight in the United Kingdom nowadays. However, as these pictures prove, they still exist out there in the year 2025.
Singer Chamois (1964-70) Engine 875cc S4 OC
Registration Number KGT 991 D (London)
SINGER SET
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The Singer Chamois was introduced in October 1964 as an attempt to increase the Imps apeal with a more upmarket version the Chamois featured wider rimmed wheels, walnut veneer. external side trim, a wider choice of colours and metalic paint options along with a horizontal grille. Later (1969 on) cars have quad headlights.
In 1966 the Chamois was joined by the Chamois Sport with output increased from 39bhp to 55bhp by virtue of a twin carburettor sports engine version of the 875cc unit, and servo assisted brakes, the interiors featured reclining seats, quad headlamps from 1969 in line with the standard Chamois.
In 1967 the range was further expanded with the Chamois Coupe The coupe bodyshell is similar to the standard body but features a more shallow-raked windscreen and rear window which, unlike that on the standard bodied cars, can not be opened
In 1969 the Chamois was updated with the addition of twin headlamps
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Shot 23.04.2017 at the VSCC Formula Vintage Meeting, Silverstone REF 125-257
The Nightstar coaches were introduced in 1997, intended for international services from the UK, via the Channel Tunnel to European mainland destinations, such as Paris, Brussels and Cologne. These coaches were based around the BR Mark 4 bodyshell with a host of safety features for running in different countries.
There were ambitious plans to run services from the north, using Class 92s and from South Wales using Class 37/6 diesels with a Mk3 generator car.
The cost and complexity of the project along with the emergence of low-cost airlines killed the project and the coaches were sold to Canada in 2001.
Here they pass through Shortlands on a test run, in this sadly undated picture
Jensen Interceptor III (1971-73) Engine 440cu (7212cc) Production 3419
Registration Number KLL 920 N (London NW)
JENSEN SET
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The Jensen Interceptor is a sporting GT class car, hand built at West Bromwich, England with the body designed by Carrozzeria, Touring in Italy and powered by a US Chrysler V8.
The Interceptor broke with Jensen tradition by having a steel bodyshell rather than one of GRP.
The original specification included electric windows, reclining front seats, a wood rimmed steering wheel, radio with twin speakers, reversing lights and an electric clock. Power steering was included as standard from September 1968.
The Mark II (1969-71) shared the same Chrysler engine as the original Interceptor but offered revised front styling and ventilated disc brakes
The Mark III had a larger 440cu (7212cc) Chrysler V8 with four barrel carburettor. The Interceptor sold well until sales were hit by the OPEC oil crisis of 1974.
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Shot 06.05.2019 at Gawsworth Hall, Classic Car Show Ref 141-343
25237 stands in Edinburgh Waverly at the head of a train of Mark I coaching stock, 28th March 1978.
Locomotive History
25237 was originally D7587, was built at Darlington works and entered traffic in March 1964, allocated to Toton. After the completion of the ten class 25 locomotives transferred from Derby works (D5223 - D5232) Darlington works set about its final order for twenty class 25's locomotives. These twenty locomotives (D7578 - D7597) featured internal changes from the previous order, GEC series 2 electrical control equipment and they would be later designated class 25/2, This batch of twenty locomotives were also fitted with a Stone Vapour L4610 steam heating boiler. Interestingly Darlington works continued to use the obsolete bodyshell design for these locomotives instead of the “cleaned up” version then being used by Derby works for the class 25/2 and 25/3 sub-classes. The next ten years were spent on the London midland Region with spells at most of the major Midlands and North West depots. In November 1974 its operational steam heating boiler made it of interest to the Scottish Region operating authorities and it was transferred to Haymarket. The next eight years were spent in Scotland either allocated to Haymarket or Eastfield until October 1982 when it transferred to Carlisle. In May 1983 it transferred to Crewe and survived being stored unserviceable at Toton during January 1984. It was finally withdrawn in June 1985 and was broken up during May 1986 at Doncaster works.
Re-edited 15th December 2019
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Austin Allegro 1500HL Mk3 (1979-82) Engines 1485cc S4 E Series.
Registration Number KGH 684 Y (London SE)
AUSTIN ALBUM
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The Allegro was designed as a replacement for the 1100 - 1300 models, designed by Sir Alec Issigonis the new car was launched in 1973. The Allegro used front-wheel drive, using the familiar A-Series engine with a sump-mounted transmission. The higher-specification models used the SOHC E-Series engine (from the Maxi), in 1500 cc and 1750 cc displacements. The two-box saloon bodyshell was suspended using the new Hydragas system (derived from the previous Hydrolastic system used on the 1100/1300). Stylistically the car bucked the trend of the 1970's sharp edge look in favour of a rounded bodyshell Early Allegro models featured a "quartic" steering wheel, which was rectangular with rounded sides. This was touted as allowing extra room between the base of the steering wheel and the driver's legs.
The quartic wheel did not take off, and was dropped in 1974
The updated Allegro 2 was launched at the 1975 London Motorshow the Allegro 2 had the same bodyshells but featured a new grille, reversing lights on most models and some interior changes to increase rear seat room, Changes were also made to the suspension, braking, engine mounts and drive shafts.
The Allegro received its second major update, launched as the Allegro 3 at the end of 1979. The refreshed car used an "A-Plus" version of the 1.0 litre A-Series engine (developed for the forthcoming new Metro), and featured some cosmetic alterations in an attempt to keep the momentum going, but by then the Allegro was outdated and the Metro was due on stream in 1980. By 1980 the Allegro failed to dent the he top 10 best selling new cars in Britain, a table it had topped a decade earlier, though BL were represented by the fast selling Metro and the Triumph Acclaim. The Vanden Plas models were rebranded as the 1.5 and the 1.7, the 1.5 having a twin carburettor 1500 cc engine and a manual gearbox, while the 1.7 had a single carburettor 1750cc engine and an automatic gearbox. Some models of Allegro 3 (the early HL and later HLS models) were equipped with four round headlights, rather than the more usual two rectangular ones. The final Allegro was built in March 1982 with its successor the Austin Maestro going into production December 1982.
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Shot 06.05.2019 at Gawsworth Hall, Classic Car Show Ref 141-247
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Ford Sierra XR4i (1983-85) Engine 2792cc V6 OHV Production 27,400
Registration Number A 921 JRS (Aberdeen)
FORD UK SET
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In 1983, the high-performance XR4i version was introduced. It utilised the same 2.8 L Cologne engine as used in the Ford Capri 2.8 Injection of that era and sported a restyled version of the 3-door Sierra bodyshell. Featuring a double rear spoiler and curious multi-pillared rear window
In 1985 the XR4i was replaced by the XR4x4, which was based on the five-door hatchback, had four-wheel drive and was powered by the same 2.8 L V6 engine but wasn't equipped with the bi-plane rear spoiler
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Shot 21.07.2019 at , Ashover Classic Car Show, Ashover, Derbyshire 143-430
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Ford Cortina Mk.V (1979-82) Engine 2294cc Cologne V6
Registration Number DGJ 696 X (London SW)
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The Mark V was announced on 24 August 1979. A large update on the Mark IV, it was really a step between a facelift and a rebody. The Mark V differentiated itself from the Mark IV by having revised headlights with larger turn indicators incorporated (which now showed to the side too), a wider slatted grille said to be more aerodynamically efficient, a flattened roof, more glass area, slimmer C-pillars with revised vent covers, larger, slatted tail lights (on saloon models) and upgraded trim.
Improvements were also made to the engine range, with slight improvements to both fuel economy and power output compared to the Mk.IV, Ford also claimed improved corrosion protection.
The estate models combined the Mk IV's bodyshell (which was initially from the 1970 Ford Taunus) with Mk V front body pressings.
Variants included the Base, L, GL, and Ghia (all available in saloon and estate forms), together with Base and L spec 2-door sedan versions (this bodystyle was available up to Ghia V6 level on overseas markets).
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Shot 07.07.2019 at Cars in the Park, Beacon Park, Lichfield 143-041
Bristol 401 (1948-53) Engine 1971cc S6 OHV Production 650 (all 401s)
Registration Number UMC 315 (Middlesex)
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The 401 was the second model produced by Bristol, after the 400. It may have been the first to use wind tunnel testing in its design, resulting in a remarkably low 0.392 drag coefficient. The car was light, with the use of an all alumium bodyshell, it was a larger car than the 400 and seats 5 passengers in comfort, and its body was built using a 'Superleggera' matrix of steel tubes, mounted on the same open 'A' frame steel chassis, but with different outriggers at the rear to accommodate a lower mounted fuel tank.
The first series is identified by a distinctive ridge along the lower edge of the body., a recognition point of the 401 is that the front grille inserts were painted black, whilst the surrounds were chromed.
A few of the cars were independantly bodied, most noteably the 1947-48 Farina Drophead, the Beutler saloon and this car the Touring Superleggra Saloon
Touring Super Leggera Saloon
A few early chassis were sent to Touring of Milan as developement excercises for the 401
As with other special design excersises under evaluation, the Touring Saloons were built on early chassis. The styling is simular to other work from the Milan based styling house, particulary the Alfa Romeo 6C-2500. the design was both stylish, lightweight and produced a fast car , but was also considered a little noisy. Construction favoured the patented Superleggra (super light) method used by Touring, involving building a body support matrix of wire-tied tubular or lightweight metal rod frames on which to mount the body panels. In the detail, however, it did not meet the standards of construction set by the Bristol Aeroplane Company. However the benefits of the lightweight construction method was not dismissed by the Bristol evaluators and the Touring Superleggra method was refined to a more sophisticated though more expensive level, by use of cruciform joints rather than the crossover of wire tied metal rods. thus forming a stronger support matrix, on to which the body shaped skin panels could be jig mounted and then and then welded together. Another Bristol modification was to cover the matrix with sound muffling materials, prior to fitting the outer panels. Further insuulation with the likes of Wilton carpets and Bristols wind cheating body shape, made the Touring Superleggra the chosen developement of the 401. The car was debuted at the 1949 Geneva Motorshow
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Shot 06.05.2019 at Gawsworth Hall, Classic Car Show Ref 141-263
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A BRCW line up, showing how the basic same bodyshell was used for their 3 products for British Rail. 27056 on the left, 33116 in the middle and visiting 26043 on the right all seen at Loughborough shed on the Great Central railway
By the autumn of 1969, the bodyshell of the first prototype Leyland National B701 had been built. It was built to the length of 11-metres and had two doorways. The body was painted in red oxide primer and before fitted out as a running prototype bus. The body was fitted with numerous strain gauges and was enclosed in a scaffolding frame. Sandbags were lowered onto the roof and the stain gauges measured how the body structure responded to the test weights, the result the body structure passed with flying colours.
B701 was fitted with running units, glazing and interior trim, which comprised of a few seats and a mass of electronic equipment to measure how the body structure coped with various tests which B701 would undergo. The livery used on B701 was gold with a darker gold skirt and a white roof, the livery was altered later. B701 used the original David Bache styling as seen on the wooden mockup, complete with recessed cove panels. Originally B701 used a small roof mounted pod but it was later changed to a larger pod.
B701 was registered XTC 351H to allow it to go overseas for testing. B701 would be subjected to brake and suspension testing, in 1970 B701 would spend eight weeks in Finland for extreme cold testing and then B701 would spend eight weeks in the heat of southern Spain. It was when B701 went to Spain that the livery was altered.
B701 would be used for the famous crash test K1A when it was impacted by remote control at 20mph into a 100 ton reinforced concrete block at the Transport Road Research Laboratory (TRRL) at Crowthorne on 25th October 1972. For this test B701 was painted into an allover yellow livery with black markings, it was also fitted with the production panels.
This official Leyland publicity photograph shows B701 undergoing suspension testing, note the crude entrance and exit doors, also note the script B701 behind the entrance doors. The new low profile 11/70 tubeless tyre developed by Goodyear can be seen clearly in this photograph. Later in its life B701 was fitted with sliding side window ventilation extra driving lights and Leyland National badges, certainly when B701 was in Spain it had these modifications fitted. In this view the recessed cove panels alleged for exterior illuminated advertising have been replaced with near to production cove panels.
B702 was the first drivable prototype due to the fact the body structure of B701 was under going static testing. B702 was a 11-metre bus and fitted with a naturally aspirated 500 engine. Most of the prototype B7 buses seem to change liveries along with modifications made to the exterior. All seven prototype B7 buses were built at Leyland South Works. Only B705 registered BTJ 857J was fully fitted out and used at the Earl's Court launch in 1970 and wore an attractive gold livery with a white roof.
The reason that the Leyland National used a roof mounted heating and ventilation system housed under the large pod was because it was near the engine and eliminated the need to have miles of pipes to feed floor mounted heaters. Sadly, warm air can only rise and not fall. To keep costs down, the production Leyland National only had one heater unit rather than the two used on the prototype buses.
Photograph credit: British Leyland Truck & Bus Division/Basil Hancock
Bibliography:-
Books: Leyland Bus Mk2 Doug Jack, Beyond Reality, Leyland Bus the Twilight Years Doug Jack
The 401 was the second model produced by Bristol, after the 400. It may have been the first to use wind tunnel testing in its design, resulting in a remarkably low 0.392 drag coefficient. The car was light, thanks to an aluminium bodyshell, and was larger car than the 400 seating 5 passengers in comfort. The body was built using a 'Superleggra' matrix of steel tubes mounted on the same open 'A' frame steel chassis, but with different outriggers at the rear to accommodate a lower mounted fuel tank.
The first series is identified by a distinctive ridge along the lower edge of the body. A recognition point of the 401 is that the front grille inserts were painted black, while the surrounds were chromed.
A few early chassis were sent to Touring of Milan as developement excercises for the 401.
This 1948 Bristol 401 Touring Superleggra Saloon, UMC 315, was at Vintage Prescott on 3rd August 2024.
Avante GT (1982-86) Engine 1500cc Alfa Romeo
Production under 50
Registration Never Registered
The Avante was a short lived Coupe (1982-86) it was an attempt at an exotic GT car based on a Volkswagen Beetle chassis, although a version with Golf GTi running gear was also tried. Designed in a simular style to the ageing Nova kit car, it is believed that fewer than 50 were sold. The Avante came with a quality fibreglass bodyshell, with integral spaceframe giving good rigidity and Volkswagen running gear though different engine fitments were possible such as the Alfa Romeo Boxer engine or Ford CVH
There was also a 2+2 version, which is physically bigger than the two seater GT, stylistically the two variants differ with the 2+2 having rear quarter light windows
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Shot 06.05.2018 at Catton Hall Car Show, Catton Hall, Walton on Trent, Derbyshire Ref 133-424
Jensen Interceptor III (1971-73) Engine 440cu (7212cc) Production 3419
Registration Number FTM 379 L (Luton)
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The Jensen Interceptor is a sporting GT class car, hand built at West Bromwich, England with the body designed by Carrozzeria, Touring in Italy and powered by a US Chrysler V8.
The Interceptor broke with Jensen tradition by having a steel bodyshell rather than one of GRP.
The original specification included electric windows, reclining front seats, a wood rimmed steering wheel, radio with twin speakers, reversing lights and an electric clock. Power steering was included as standard from September 1968.
The Mark II (1969-71) shared the same Chrysler engine as the original Interceptor but offered revised front styling and ventilated disc brakes
The Mark III had a larger 440cu (7212cc) Chrysler V8 with four barrel carburettor. The Interceptor sold well until sales were hit by the OPEC oil crisis of 1974.
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Shot 06.10.2019 at Bicester Scramble, Bicester, Oxon. 143-1289
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The Maserati Merak (Tipo AM122) is a mid-engined 2+2 sports car produced by Maserati between 1972 and 1983.
The Merak was closely related to the Maserati Bora, sharing part of its structure and body panels, but was powered by a 3.0 L V6 in place of the latter's 4.7 L V8. The extra cabin space gained by fitting a smaller and compact powertrain was used to carve out a second row of seats - suitable for children or very small adults - making the Merak not just a less expensive alternative to the Bora but also a 2+2.
The Maserati Merak was introduced at the 1972 Paris Auto Show, over a year after the Bora. The Merak and the Bora share the front part of bodyshell up to the doors. The front ends are differenced mainly by the use of dual chrome bumpers in place of twin trapezoidal grilles, but the similarities end at the B-pillar. Giorgetto Giugiaro at Italdesign was commissioned the transformation of his last work the Bora into the Merak. Unlike its bigger sister the Merak doesn't have a true, fully glassed fastback, but rather a cabin ending abruptly with a vertical rear window and a flat, horizontal engine bonnet pierced by four series of ventilation slats. Giugiaro completed the vehicle's silhouette by adding open flying buttresses, visually extending the roofline to the tail. The main competitors of the Merak were the similarly Italian, mid-engined, 3-litre and 2+2 Dino 308 GT4 and Lamborghini Urraco P250. However unlike its transverse V8-engined rivals the Merak used a more compact V6, that could therefore be mounted longitudinally.
Having been designed during the Citroën ownership of Maserati (1968–1975) certain Citroën hydropneumatic systems were used in the Merak, as for the Bora. In specific the braking system and the clutch were both hydraulically assisted and operated, and the pop-up headlights hydraulically actuated. After 1976, when the French manufacturer gave up control of Maserati, the Citroën-derived parts were gradually replaced by more conventional systems. In 1977 Alejandro de Tomaso purchased Maserati and the Bora was discontinued after a production run of less than 600 cars, while the Merak remained on sale for six more years.
An original series Mini rolling shell sits atop a welding frame outside a vehicle body shop in North Yorkshire, U.K. Note the side-mounted inline-four-cylinder engine still present. Judging by the sealed headlight holes, this car is probably getting prepped for dirt track stock car action, or “autograss” racing.
Mini 850 Mk.III (1969-76) Engine 848cc S4 Tr OHV
Registration Number JMA 493 J (Cheshire)
MINI (BL) ALBUM
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The Mark III Mini had a modified bodyshell with enough alterations to see the factory code change from ADO15 to ADO20 (which it shared with the Clubman). The most obvious changes were larger doors with concealed hinges. Customer demand led to the sliding windows being replaced with winding windows—although some Australian-manufactured Mark I Minis had adopted this feature in 1965 (with opening quarterlight windows). The suspension reverted from Hydrolastic to rubber cones
Production at the Cowley plant was ended in 1969, and the simple name Mini completely replaced the separate Austin and Morris brands. In April 1974, a heater became standard equipment on the entry-level Mini 850, as well, having by then already been included in the standard specification of the other models for some time
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Shot 24.04.2022 at the Sandbach Festival of Transport 159-077
Vauxhall VX2300 FE (1976-78) Engine 2279cc S4 OC Production 25,185 (incl. VX 1800)
Registration Number OGS 235 P (Luton)
VAUXHALL ALBUM
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The FE Series launched as the last of the Victors in 1972 despite appearances the car remained the same width as its predecessor and largely on account of its bumpers just two inches longer. Though the new design increased cabin space with extra front legroom and 4 inches more for rear passengers. The new Victor shared its floorpan with the Opel Rekord but retained a distinct bodyshell, its own suspension and rack-and-pinion steering rather than the Opel Reckords recirculating ball unit. The front end incorporated the then advanced detail of having the slim bumper bisect the grille, with a third of the grille and the side-lights (on quad headlamp models) below the bumper line. Perhaps the most notable difference was in the rear doors Opel door incorporated rear quarter lights and windows that wound fully down into the door whereas Vauxhall's designers preferred the cleaner uncluttered look arising from their elimination of rear quarter lights. The Vauxhall rear windows only wound down around a third of their distance before being baulked on the rear wheel arch, but this was muted as a safety feature complemented by he fitting of child-proof locks
The VX Series came about in 1976 in an effort to move the FE upmarket, its previous competitive pricing was now causing an imbalance in pricing with the new and smaller Cavalier introduced at a higher price. To try to move the Victor upmarket, Vauxhall upgraded the trim level of the basic Victor 1800 cc to match that of the 2300 cc version, with improvements that included fabric seat trim, a new instrumentation, refreshed interiors. The 1800 engine was boosted to 88bhp. To draw attention to the changes Vauxhall also dropped the Victor and VX 4/90 model names and the range was renamed the Vauxhall VX in January 1976. The VX2300 was powered by a 108bhp 2279 cc four-cylinder engine. In 1977 an more sporty and upmarket version of the VX2300 known as the VX2300 GLS appeared with engine output boosted to 116bhp courtesy of twin carburettors the car also received a five speed close-ratio Getrag gearbox with dog-leg first gear and was distinguished by with twin halogen headlights and supplementary front fog-lights fitted beneath the front bumper, fashionably blackened side window frames and extra sound deadening
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Shot 03.07.2022, at Cars in the Park, Beacon Park Lichfield Staffordshire REF 161-203
Ford Cortina Mk.V 2.0GL (1979-82) Engine 1993cc Pinto TL20 S4
Registration Number MKX 28 V (Luton)
FORD UK ALBUM www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623665118181
The Mark V was announced on 24 August 1979. A large update on the Mark IV, it was really a step between a facelift and a rebody. The Mark V differentiated itself from the Mark IV by having revised headlights with larger turn indicators incorporated (which now showed to the side too), a wider slatted grille said to be more aerodynamically efficient, a flattened roof, more glass area, slimmer C-pillars with revised vent covers, larger, slatted tail lights (on saloon models) and upgraded trim.
Improvements were also made to the engine range, with slight improvements to both fuel economy and power output compared to the Mk.IV, Ford also claimed improved corrosion protection.
The estate models combined the Mk IV's bodyshell (which was initially from the 1970 Ford Taunus) with Mk V front body pressings.
Variants included the Base, L, GL, and Ghia (all available in saloon and estate forms), together with Base and L spec 2-door sedan versions (this bodystyle was available up to Ghia V6 level on overseas markets).
S package
The replacement for the previous Mark IV S models was an S package of optional extras, which was available as an upgrade on most Mark V models from L trim level upwards. For the final model year of 1982, this consisted of front and rear bumper overriders, sports driving lamps, an S badge on the boot, tachometer, four-spoke steering wheel, revised suspension settings, front gas shock absorbers, Sports gear-lever knob, Sports road wheels, and fishnet Recaro sports seats (optional). Various special editions were announced, including the Calypso and Carousel.
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Shot 01.08-2021 exiting the Silverstone Festival 01.08.2021 Ref 150-123
Triumph GT6 Mk.III (1970-73) Engine 1998cc S6 OHV Production 13043
Registration Number YBH 510 M (Buckinghamshire)
TRIUMPH ALBUM
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The final facelift for the Michelotti designed GT6. This time the whole bodyshell was revised to match the changes made to the Spitfire Mk.IV; these included a cut-off rear end, recessed door handles and a smoother front end.
Only detail changes were made to the mechanics, but in 1973 – close to the end of the car's life – the rear suspension was changed again, this time for the cheaper (but still effective) swing-spring layout also fitted to the Spitfire Mk.IV. a larger front anti-roll bar was fitted. A brake servo was also added in 1973, and seats were changed from vinyl to cloth. Engine power and torque for the MK3 was similar to the MK2, but better aerodynamics led to a new top speed of 112 mph
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Shot 17.04.2022 Weston Park (Classic Car Show), Weston-under-Lizard, Salop 157-368
Humber Sceptre 1 (1963-65) Engine *1592cc S4 OHV
Production 17,011
Registration Number 417 HNX (Warwickshire)
HUMBER ALBUM
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Humber variation on the Hillman Super Minx/Singer Vogue theme. With the Super Minx bodyshell but a unique roof, glass and upper/rear bodywork not shared with the Super Minx or the related Singer Vogue. Originally intended as a replacement for the Sunbeam Rapier but was launched as a Humber while a modified Rapier continued until 1967.. This resulted in the Sceptre being more sporty in character than traditional Humbers. The Sceptre was positioned at the top of the mid-range Rootes Group cars, above the Hillman Super Minx and Singer Vogue. It featured similar twin headlight styling to the Vogue and a more powerful 80 bhp, The high level of equipment included disc front brakes, overdrive, screen washers, reversing lamp, rev counter and a full range of instruments. Automatic transmission was made available later. Whilst the Super Minx and Vogue received revised six light styling in 1964, the Sceptre body continued unchanged until 1965 when it was replaced by the MK II.
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Shot 25.07.2021 at Beaumanor Hall, Woodhouse, Leic. 148-093
Other people's nice cars on the street - Triumph GT6 Mk3
The final major facelift for the GT6 came in 1970 in the form of the Mk III. This time the entire bodyshell was revised to match the changes made to the Spitfire Mk IV: modifications included a cut-off rear end, recessed door handles and a smoother front end. Only detail changes were made to the mechanics, but in 1973 – close to the end of the car's production life – the rear suspension was changed again, this time for the cheaper (but still effective) "swing-spring" layout fitted to the Spitfire Mk IV. This was a modification of the swing axle rear suspension used on the Herald-derived models, with the transverse leaf spring mounted on a pivot, eliminating roll stiffness at the rear, and thus greatly reducing the jacking effect under cornering loads. To compensate for this loss of roll stiffness, a larger front anti-roll bar was fitted. A brake servo was also added in 1973, and seats were changed from vinyl to cloth. There was still a fairly comprehensive options list, but the knock-on wire wheels were no longer available. The unladen weight increased slightly to 2,030 lb (920 kg).
Engine power and torque for the Mk III was similar to the Mk II, but better aerodynamics led to a new top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h) and a 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) time of 10.1 seconds. Performance was now comfortably ahead of the MGB GT, which reached about 105 mph (169 km/h) and 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in approximately 13 seconds. Fuel economy was also improved to 28 mpg‑imp (10 L/100 km; 23 mpg‑US). The last USA models performed relatively poorly, owing to the compression ratios being reduced to allow the use of lower octane unleaded gasoline.
The Mk III never sold in the numbers hoped for by Triumph, and was comprehensively beaten in the marketplace by the MGB. Triumph refused to release an official convertible version of the GT6 and, after poor sales, it was dropped from the Triumph range at the end of 1973, although a few cars were sold the following year.
Thundersley Invacar model 70 (1948-76) Engine 493cc Steyr-puch
Registration Number TTW 906 R (Chelmsford)
(Thundersley) INVACAR ALBUM
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Developed by Bert Greeves in 1948 who adapted a motor cycle with the help of his paralysed cousin Derry Preston-Cobb, for Derry's use. Spotting a commercial opportunity for such a vehicle they formed Invacar Ltd. and approached the Government.
Constructed with an ice blue fibre glass bodyshell and chain drive, tens of thousands were produced. Developments included a wider track and extended wheelbase and use of Austin Mini wheels saw the Invacars right through to the end of the final DHSS contract in 1977. With more than 50 variants produced , apart from the Invacar a number of other similar vehicles were licensed by the Ministry of Health including AC Cars, Thundersley and Tippen.
From the 31st March 2003, they became illegal on British roads, The veteran vehicle could not stand up to modern day government regulations requiring approval under the Motorcycle Single Vehicle Approval Scheme as part of a standard set by the European Union.
All Invacars were owned by the Government and leased to their disabled keepers as part of their disability benefit. Their use had been in decline since the introduction of Motobility. But there were still around 200 in use in 2003 prior to the recall and scrapping scheme
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Shot 05.09.2021 at Himley Hall, Himley, Wolverhampton Ref. 121-185
A neat omen as to what I would be purchasing later the same day. I don't think I've seen this one around before.
It's a Mk3, which I think is a completely new bodyshell despite the ostensibly similar looks (compare and contrast with the shot below).
Former NIR 80 Class diesel electric multiple unit driving trailer No. 749 at Downpatrick on the D&CDR on Saturday 3rd September 2022, where it is preserved.
The Class 80 units were built by BREL using the BR Mark 2b bodyshell and operated in Northern Ireland between 1974 and 2011. Powered by 560 hp English Electric 4SRKT diesel engines, these trains ran in several different configurations during their service life with NIR (2, 3, 4 or 6 cars per set, comprising power cars, trailers, and driving trailers).
The Futuristic design of the 1961 Ford Galaxie.
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Per wiki: " The 1960 Galaxie was all-new in style, abandoning the ostentatious ornamentation of the 1950s for a futuristic sleek look. A new body style this year was the Starliner, featuring a huge, curving rear observation window on a pillarless, hardtop bodyshell.
For 1961, the bodywork was redone again, although the underpinnings were the same as 1960. This time, the tailfins were almost gone; replacing them were two giant circular taillights at each rear corner. Performance was beginning to be a selling point, and the 1961 Galaxie offered a new 390 CID (6.4 L) version of Ford's FE series pushrod V8, which was available with either a four-barrel carburetor or, for serious performance, three two-barrel carburetors. The latter was rated at 401 hp (298 kW), making even such a heavy car quite fast indeed. The 352 was downgraded in favor of the 390; it was equipped with a 2-barrel carburetor and single exhaust."
Traction unit OPE1-397, built in 1987, moves down the srawling spoil heaps of the Bogatyr' open cast coal mine, after tipping another load of stone. Ekibastuz, Pavlodar region, Kazakhstan. May the 12th 2024.
Nikkor ED 300mm 1:2.8
These are an early design of mine traction units, utilising both electric and diesel, an electro-diesel based on the VL11/80 bodyshell and constructed by the Rostov electric locomotive factory. Here, the diesel function is seldom if ever used, and the first wagon is a slave traction unit. One of the main problems of these units is the cab design, not suited to the work here where the driver must change ends when the locomotive changes direction, which is of course frequent. So the PE2 type was developed from this in Dnipropetrovsk'. But, all told, 417 of these attractive units were built from 1969 up to 2002, although from 1988 onwards only sixteen were produced!
On a damp Spring day, the doyen Class 312/2 EMU, 312201 was stabled in one of the bay platforms (No.6) under the former LNWR overall roof at Rugby on May 17th 1981. The small Class 312/2 subclass (312201-312204), were built at BREL York in 1976 for use in the West Midlands area, increasing capacity on the busy New Street to Birmingham International route. They used the BR Mk.2 bodyshell and were based on the stylish Class 310 units (093 is just visible alongside in this view), and the Class 312 fleet were the last slam door EMU's built for BR. The four Class 312/2's would eventually transfer to the Great Eastern to join the Class 312/0 & 312/1 fleets. They were withdrawn in 2003/4, well before they were 'life expired'.