| AC Greyhound Saloon 1951 | |
| AC Cars Ltd, England | |
| The initials AC stand for Autocarrier, which was a three wheeled, two-seater commercial vehicle with tiller steering made prior to 1914. AC later became famous for its sports cars, including the Cobra, which was developed with the American Carroll Shelby. The Greyhound Saloon was introduced in 1947 and discontinued in 1957. | |
| 12 hp (76 bhp at 4500rpm), 6 cylinders, triple SU carbs, 65 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, 1991 cc. | |
| Akitv Snow Mobile | |
| Scandinavia | |
| Built around a single cylinder Briggs & Stratton engine, this snowmobile is an example of one of the earliest motorised "sleds", it's rubber belt tracks and "ski" steering providing fast, effortless transport in the snow. | |
| 531 cc, 4 cycle engine, 16 hp at 3600 rpm. | |
| Alvis Saloon Model TD21 1960 | |
| Alvis Ltd Coventry, England | |
| This model first appeared in 1955 and is one of the most handsome cars ever produced by Alvis, whose name has been associated with quality performance cars since 1919. This exhibit has an English body by Park Ward, designed by the Swiss Graber. Only a small number of these exclusive cars were produced. | |
| 6 cylinders, 26.25 hp, (124 bhp at 4000 rpm), twin SU type H6 carbs, 84mm bore, 90 mm stroke, 2993 cc, pushrod ohv. | |
| Argyll Tourer 1914 | |
| Argyll Motors Ltd, Scotland | |
| These were excellent and popular cars which helped make Argyll at one time the fifth biggest motor vehicle manufacturer in Britain. This Argyll is fitted with a streamlined torpedo body, scuttle dash and Cape Cart hood. Price when new was ?495 | |
| 4 cylinders, 15/30 Burt-McCollum single sleeve valve, 80 mm bore, 130 mm stroke, 2610 cc. | |
| Aston-Marton-Lagonda | |
| This car is the last of several specials built by the late Bob Wright. Bob raced at Brooklands in the U.K. and was also a prominent performer at the Muriwai Beach races in the late 1920's and meticulous in everything he did - as is shown in this nearly finished example. During the 1950's Aston Martin cars won many international racing events. | |
| 6 cylinders, twin ohc, 84 mm bore, 90 mm stroke, 2992 cc, 5-speed shaft, independent front link, de Dion rear axle. | |
| Austin 16/6 Burnham Saloon 1929 | |
| Austin Motor Co Ltd, England | |
| The Austin 16 Burnham was classed as a light six, with this particular model appearing for the first time at the Olympia Motor Show in 1928. Wire wheels were standard fittings on all Austin models of that year. | |
| 16 hp, 6 cyl. 65.5 mm bore, 111 mm stroke, 2249 cc, coil ignition, 4 wheel brakes. Price ?365. | |
| Austin 7 "Swallow" 1929 | |
| Austin Motor Co Ltd, England | |
| Built on a standard Austin 7 chassis by the Swallow Sidecar Company of Blackpool, who were eventually to become Jaguar Cars Ltd. | |
| Austin 7 Ruby Saloon 1937 | |
| Austin Motor Co Ltd, England | |
| The Ruby, like the Opal and the Pearl, was part of a revised range of Austin 7's introduced in August 1934. The new model differed from the original shape with its rounded radiator shell and more streamlined body. Syncromesh, first offered in 1933, was now fitted to second gear as well. Production of the Ruby ceased in 1937. | |
| 4 cylinders, 7 hp, 56 mm bore, 76 mm stroke, 748 cc. | |
| Austin 7 Tourer 1927 | |
| Austin Motor Co Ltd, England | |
| The Austin 7 was introduced in 1922 and 300,000 were produced without any major modification until 1937. It was built in Germany, France, America and even Japan. This "Chummy" is one of the most original 7's in existence, retaining its original hood, upholstery and body paint. Its first owner, Mr Harry Wood of Wellington, averaged 62.5 mpg in an economy run. | |
| 4 cylinders, 7 hp, 56 mm bore, 76 mm stroke, 748 cc, 4-wheel brakes. | |
| Austin 8 1948 | |
| Austin Motor Co Ltd, England | |
| This exhibit was donated by Mr Gary Cauton. Austin styling received a face-lift in 1937 and again in 1939 when the alligator bonnet models came in with a larger, 900 cc, 8 hp power motor. Although the new model Austin 8 looked different from the popular hardy little Austin 7, the image remained the same - solid and well finished cars of great durability. | |
| 4 cylinder, side-valve, 8 hp, 900 cc, Girling brakes. | |
| Austin A30 Saloon 1956 | |
| Austin Motor Co Ltd, England | |
| Austin's answer to the Morris Minor, first built in 1952. Unitary construction with hydromechanical brakes and narrow track. Hazardous in crosswinds. | |
| 4 cylinder, ohv, 803 cc. | |
| Austin Cooper 1967 | |
| British Motor Corporation, England | |
| Owned by the late Mr K E Leighton of Wellington. The exciting sports version of the ubiquitous Mini, a watershed car in post World War II motoring history and the successor to the Morris Minor. Rubber suspension, east-west engine and sump-mounted gearbox. | |
| 4 cylinder, twin carburettor, 1275 cc, 75 bhp at 9:5:1 compression ratio, servo front disc brakes. | |
| Austin Doctor's Coupe 1913/14 | |
| Austin Motor Co Ltd, England | |
| Austin's cars became noted for their solid, conventional construction and reliability. This 10 hp model was apparently favoured by top-hatted medical men because of ample headroom in the cab! | |
| 4 cylinders, 64 mm bore, 89 mm stroke, 1616 cc, 3-speed gear box. | |
| Austin FX4 Taxi 1970 | |
| Austin Motor Co Ltd, England | |
| The FX4 taxi was introduced in 1958, with the body made by Carbodies of Coventry on an Austin chassis powered by an Austin diesel engine. This model was the first London taxi to be fitted with 4 doors, and the first to have hydraulic brakes. | |
| Austin 2.2 ltr diesel with Borg-Warner automatic transmission. | |
| Austin Roadster 1910 | |
| Austin Motor Co Ltd, England | |
| Herbert Austin resigned as general manager of the Wolseley Tool and Motor Car Company in 1905 to start his own company. This car marks the embryonic start to Austin's new enterprise. The lightweight and simple Austin designs endeared themselves to legions of owners, although few were finally made before this single cylinder model was succeeded by more sophisticated models. This vehicle is possibly the oldest Austin in New Zealand. | |
| Single cylinder, 7 hp. | |
| Austin Taxi Model LL (Low Loader) 1934 | |
| Austin Motor Co Ltd, England | |
| Long a part of the London scene, the London taxi holds a unique place in the world of passenger vehicles. Its distinctive design, with a turning circle of only 23ft, made it ideal for use in London's narrow streets. On this particular exhibit the rear portion of the roof, behind the rear doors, folds down. | |
| 12 hp, 4 cylinders, 69.3 mm bore, 101.6 mm stroke, 1535 cc. | |
| Auto Red Bug 1919 | |
| Automotive Electrical Service Co Ltd, USA | |
| Although these vehicles were made between 1910-1928 and sold well, they were not regarded as a success. They were first made by the American Motor Co and passed through several manufacturers before finally being sold to Automotive Electrical Services - a company producing both petrol and electric models. | |
| The trailing fifth wheel acts as the clutch and can be raised and lowered on the road by a lever alongside the driver. Powered by Briggs and Stratton single-cylinder, air-cooled petrol engine. | |
| Auto Union 1000S 1960 | |
| Horch, Audi, Wanderer and DKW, Germany | |
| The Auto Union was a joint-venture by Horch, Audi, Wanderer and DKW which was formed in 1932. While racing cars were produced and raced under this name, cars were marketed under their individual names. In 1945 the factories were nationalised and for a number of years all cars were called Auto Union. The 1000S was produced between 1958-62. | |
| 3 cylinders, two stroke, 981 cc (50 bhp at 4800 rpm). | |
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