THE HONGKONG
THIS YEAR'S MOTORCAR.
Differences from 1931 Models: Roomier Bodies and More Attractive Colours.
TELEGRAPH, MOTORING SUPPLEMENT. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1932.
Rear viows also hava beon con- open a screen, even on the hottest sidered, and the tendency to day. Fixed screens may possibly securo n clean, unbroken back be a disadvantage when weather portion extending down over the conditions are such that a fog is rear dumb irons and spring experienced with low tempera- shackles in undoubtedly spreading. tures. The fog then freezos as it In these days of spring shackles deposits moisture on the screen, or with metal bushes adequately and it is quite beyond the capa- lubricated by a centralized bilities of the windsreen wipur tem, there is no reason why the to deal with It. Happily, auch underpart of a car should be ex- occurrences are rare, and onc posed to view in the interests of would hardly hesitate to buy a accensibility. Access to brake car with a fixed screen on the ro- adjustments and shock absorbera mote chance of encountering such must, of course, be retained, but extreme weather conditions, can usually be provided without difficulty.
It is now possible to make a changes in line are also being broad survey of the position re-made. There la a tendency to garding the now care for 1932 employ more sweeping curves; iot and to give some idea of what the only in the main panels of the general tendencies for the year bodies, hut also in the wings, and are, how the new cars differ from to some extent this seems to be existing patterns, what improve- due to the growing use of pressed ment have been made to render steel, either in the form of all- enhanced service and comfort. steel bodies or compsite bodies
As regards chaniy, it is evidenteansisting largely of steel pres-ing more than ever to appear an that, with a few exceptions, the sings mounted on a wood frame. popular, well-tried designs of 1931 Greater Attention Paid to
will be retained, modified here and there as experience dictates. in view of the national and interna-
in Minall
account when
Harmonious Units Rather than
Sectional Parts,
that bodles and chassis are tend- One result of these new lines is
Car,
Fation Raver, The
some ago.
of
the
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A HOLE IN ONE.
Firestone
We'll keep
Your Old
BATTERY Going LONGER
Many batterias loss more of their life through neglect than bocause of hard use. Bave yourself money and in- convenience. We'll so that your battery is fully charged, clamped down firmly, con- nections tight and water at proper level at all times. Drive in.
There seems no doubt that the four-door body has definitely come back into favour. There will be plenty of close-coupled two-door designs, but such curs are rightly sional accommodation for an addi regarded nu two-senters with occa.
tional two роявляетв. Close one harmonious unit rather than coupled designs which are in two distinct portions. Deep body tended to carry four or five per aides, eliminating the necessity Rons are now usually provided Appearances.
for valance, are, of course, now with four doors. Appearance is, in fact, being one time running boards tended
almost universal, but while at
Brighter, or, at any rate, more tional state of trade and industry, studled more than ever before, for disappear they are now retained, to
and attractive, colour the motoring it is being realised that in these as they serve a secondary purpose the 1932 models. In many cases Hehemes will also be a feature of it is obvious that pubile is more than ever interested days 1 is frequently appearance in helping the wings to protect very wide ranges of colour com
the ear from mud in wet weather. binations are offered, which is medium-sized that sells a car. It is not sug And
Even when close-fitting wings a distinct vehicles which are of moderate Keated that performance does not
advancement from Arst cast, und which are extremely count, especially with discriminat still found an advantage from this beyond "any desired shade
ased short running boards adays when there were few choires economical in
costs, ing motorists, but any ear must, point of view. running writes A. G. Duugina Clense to the in these times, necesarity have
| black," as the old joke regarding It is noteworthy tnt in the a certain popular car had it. With "Autocar." Accordingly, it is not performance which comes up to
ience in the aurprising that there should be the average for its class, and when case of two well-known popular) growing
Morris and number of new "nines" with four ty manufacturers are pro-peaklees or military front has turers are also offering a quailty cyclinder engines and new sinal}; during cars of good quauty it is been adopted. This has erndunas verior to that of a year or
of finish which is infinitely "kixen" of about 12 ha. These factors such as appearance and been growing in popularity
custom-built bodies for
Even the least expensive of new designs, however, mostly ful-rvice after sales that are takes time, but its adoption on can now, and should. low what has come to be regarded th
prospectiveard models listed by the manufac be turned out with a gloss and 38 the accepted practice of the purchasers
their turers is a matter worthy of com-smoothiness of finish which would sent. Whether it is an improve not disgrace a custom-built body.
ap. Moreover, я regards
the durability of the attractive special models on popu-
a whole, but it certainly tends to prance, depends entirely upon finish, given reasonable attention, lar chassis, and are co-operating
general design of the car asfis beyond criticism.
with them. Thus to the standard give more light in the interior of the manner
It is, doubtless, largely due to range of models listed by the
in which
manufacturers there fa modern closed car. In fact, it is fre cellulose Anish retains its
what may be termed a subsidiary Greater Fuel Economy. smart front to have a screen to protect body quently found desirable with such appearance that the fabric range of "standardised special į
declined
bodies." In has
a way "a atandard- the driver's eyes from dazzle, and favour.
New standards of There are still many dietory term, but by it is meant economy, utility and
ised
nutomotive special body" seems a contra performance, setting records for this should not, of course, take who like the form of an external visor It is beyond question that to keep body produced not in ones or have been brought to local mo
fabric body, but
readability,
Battorino • Besko ZAM**- the lines of the car are able to
bodies such
twos at a high price, but in quantorists by the Morris Minor car. DRAGON MOTOR CAR CO., LTD. from suffer in consequence.
becoming
titles which make its production according to a local motorist. shabby in sny, two years, a consi- close under the roof lining when tion is accessary.
Cloth-covered panels which lie derable amount of care and atten- possible at a competitive price.
Motorists
33, Weng Nei Chang Road, Happy Valley. Co-operation in the production amazement because the Morris who have expressed
Telebpone 30228. of such bodies between manufae Minor will do from 35 to 45 miles turera and bodybuilders means
to the gallon of gas, 20,000 to 35,- that many motorists who hanker for "something different" can have on a set of tyres, and can be their wishes met, or partly met, operated at a cost of less than half four scuts. whereas the manufacturer alone of the so called small cars on the
In August British importe of could not possibly offer them
motor spirit reached a total of The position may be defined by wlation in roominess for driver than in the coresponding month anything but standardised designs. The new Morris Minor, is a re |76,728,207 gallons, 6,520,986 mord saying that standardised designs pazengers alike. Upholstery of last year. Britain also import appeal to the many, while the and fittings are on the most luxuried 31,774,442 gallons of crude oil, |designs of the specialist body con-ous lines, and the two wide doors of which 20,633,607 gallons come
structors appeni-to the fow. afford easy access or exit for all from Perain for refinement.
nunufacturera concerned.
provements,
¡
Are making hoice, Greater attention is, there fore, being paid to the appearance
viewed from the side, but when of the new cars, ant only when
neen from the front or rear.
ment. Or not.
the
12
In
It is, however, 121 renchwork that the greatest changes are to be acen. While at first sight the new cars may appear to be very like the current models, a closer: The Clinter design rend the examination will show many munting of lamps and horn are In general, the new being considered in relation to bodles are appreciably roomier, the car on a wholey which is, of greater width having been given, course, as it should be. Tou often and, in many cases, greater head in the past has it seemed that room is also provided, although į radiator has been designed with the latter is not apparent until its own appearance borne in mind, One sits in the new cars, for a but without its effect on the com low-bullt appearance has been plate yehtele having been properly quired, can be swung down by a achieved either by reason or by rentised. The result may haye touch of the figure, are a simple paying attention to the general been fairly attractive, but there method of overcoming this disad- One important tendency in a proportions of the complete are well-known enses where the vantage In this connexion it matter of trade polley has a great vehicle.
One has only to compare endistor has been so high in rela-may also be remarked that there bearing on the subject of 1932 the new model with
is a growing tendency, although a coach-work. It is that certain existing on to the position of the driver light types to realise also that slight, that his view of the road has been aereens which do not open. After the success of bodybuilders who use fixed wind chais manufacturers have seen nevertheless, well-defined 14 from ideal.
all, it is seldom one requiries to have concentrated on producing
but.
not in use, and which, when re-
one, to
BAR
GREATER VALUE
Minor Ranger of “Standard Specialised Bodies"
CHEVROLET.
has made it the World's most Popular Car
Ia 1031 Chevrolet achieved world leadership in sales, Tor 1932 Chevrolet offers values without precedent in salomobile industry, More people buy Chevrolets than any other car, Chevro- the modern metal fittings the belled glasses of the neat let today enjoys world leadership as the reward of world instrument panel, and many other smart details; wide public approval of its values.
EASE OF DRIVING: Here again the new Chevrolets Now, in its 1932 models, Chevrolet increases its value excel. Here is now easy finger-tip steering. Positive leadership. Here are offered the most impressive set of brake control. Now the motor is even more powerful. values, finer beauty, better performance than you ever Its six cylinder smoothness is cushioned to absorb even found in a car of its price.
minor vibrations. The gear shift is of the velvety silent ayucro-mesh type of originally sponsored by Cadillac. And, at the touch of a control, you may enjoy free wheeling"-you float along on momentum when the accelerator pedal is released,
BEAUTY: The 1932 Chevrolet sets a new formal style in appearance. The influence design is beautifully evident, suggest power, speed and harmony. At the same time there is a definite feeling of luxury, comfort and gracefulness that marks the car as a thoroughbred. LOW IN PRICE: Chevrolet prices remain low. You will want to see these new modèls—to drive them. And LUXURY: Outward beauty is matched by interior you will enjoy the experience; and the experience will smartness and comfort. Deep cushions, rich upholstery, make you want to own a new Chevrolet.
NEW CHEVROLET FEATURES
For 1932
New Beauty and Luxury
Finor Performanco, Greator. Speed
Controllable Coaster
The Famous Silent Syncro-Mosh gear shift
Cushioned Power and many other features,
For approximately a year, the Chevrolet has been the fastest selling car in the world. Each successive month has show it over farther in the land. in anlos, Chevrolet belloves popularity is the result of valus. There 18 oren grostor value in the 1932 Chevrolet-the result of an intensive offers to make the world's most popular car mora popular than ever.
CHEVROLET
Largest Selling Car in the World - - Product of General Motors
THE HONG KONG HOTEL GARAGE
STUBBS ROAD.
The Hong Kong & Shangbai Hotels, Ltd.
(Incorparsted in Hong Kong
added
NEW MORRIS MINOR.
arket.
Longer Life—
WITH
Firestone
BATTERIES ·
THE
522 FIAT
THE NEW Ó CYLINDER
HAS ARRIVED AND IS SELLING AT A REMARKABLY
LOW PRICE.
Most brilliant on hills and in acceleration thanks to generous engine power
and limited weight.
...Hydraulic brakes
....Silent third
...Speed over 62 miles per hour ...Low slung frame
...New body lines
Each car equipped as follows without extra charge-Wire wheels-two spare. wheels and tyres-leather upholstery-safety glass-special lights on mudguards-stoplight, driving mirror and windscreen wiper.
ARRANGE
AN EARLY DEMONSTATION!
AGENTS:
A. GOEKE & CO.
For Service:
FIAT GARAGE: 350, Hennessy Road. Tel. 24821.
SPARE PART DEPARTMENT :
CHINA BUILDING.
Tel. 22221.
Showroom c FIAT GARAGE: 950, Hennessy Road. Tel. 24821,
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