1932-03-12 — Page 12

A STUDEBAKER REVIEW.

Completely New Line of Cars.

vanced Improvements in engineer- reinforced and welded cowl

and

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TELEGRAPH. SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 1932.

A MORRIS FLEET.

Bohnalite aluminum alloy pis-| tons are used in President and Commander Eights. The Dictator Elght and Studebaker Six are equipped with a newly developed plated cast iron piston, which re- An Argentine Convoy. presenta a unique advanco in pin- tan construction. These new pia-

A representative selection of tone, particularly well adapted to Morris cars and Morris Commer the smaller engine models, pormit cial vehicles wan exhibited re- Partiñed by its Free Wheeling they or their loved ones will be

a closer-fitting, freer-acting, self-contly at the Rosario (Argentine) 1931, Studebaker killed, maimed or defaced by thing lubricating piston surface which Rural Show, under the auspices Lriumphs of announces a completely new line of class. Other safety factors in the new Studebakers are armored steel

reduces scoring and prevents pis- of the local Morris Company, S.A. ton slap. anotor cars offering the most ad-

Imp. Morris Industries (Argen- steel running boards.

tine), Ltda., of Buenos Aires, and A heavy, drop forged, counter-

elicited most favourable comment. Ing and body design at the lowest double-drop frame construction. weighted crankshaft, balanced

lower centre of gravity | both statienlly and dyamically, and The exhibits were prices In Studebaker history. Even

conveyed new obtained by lower body mounting equinned with an improved type from Buenos Aires to Rosario in cantial examination of the

and wider trend, steel core steering of vibration damper, to used resourceful manner, the Morris models provides ample evidence of wheel, improved Free Wheeling throughout. Nine Inrge steel- Commercin! unita obligingly the lengths to which this mang-and extra-latge, accident-proof, backed, babbiti-ilmed acroplane affording "ifts"

to their smaller facturer has gone to maintain its mechanical four-wheel brakes. type bearings are found in the Morris car companions. The con- pioneering lendership in the in-

The new Studebaker models fea. Eights, and four in the Six. Bear. voy left nos Aires at 2

ing sizes have been substantially with an on a six-wheeler dustry.

ture Free Wheeling in its finest increased in Commander and Dic- chassis and Merria-Oxford on a Its profitetion and sponsorship form, together with Synchronized tator with a consequent reduction "Loader chassis, and reached its of Free Wheeling, and the subse Shifting. This combination re-

in bearing londs. Oil Alter, pe- I destination after nineteen hours' quent adoption of this epochal de-cuts the last word in acientine trol filter and air filter render en-travelling.

iransmission development, and zines completely dirt and dust- velopment by practically every

Studebaker owners with provides

Considerable attention proof: anufacturer, definitely esta degree of efficiency in gear shift-

naturally attracted en route, prac- blishes Studebaker as a criterion the beyond which it is at present

The proved amoothness of ticularly by the rigld framed six- its and pace maker to und auto. Impossible to go. 11 is said. The Studebaker's six and eight cylin-wheeler, which maintained

cargo constantly horizontal dos motive progress.

neldentally, it use of helical geara aasores maxi- der engine design has been ma-

mum, quietness in operation, Gear|terlafly increased In the new pite the bad nature of the ronds. is also virtual addiment of the clashing is over once and for all, models by the use of "cushioned prophetic forcens hy President whether in Free Wheling or con- | power." Benvy live rubber

Albert Russel rakire a year ngo,ventional gent,

monatings at all four points of this in time all cars would have Free Wheeling.

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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

Eich car equipped as follows without extra charge-Wire wheels-two spare. wheels and tyres-leather upholstory-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.

Tol. 24821.

SPARE PART Department:

CHINA BUILDING.

Tel. 22221.

Showroom?

FIAT GARAGE: 360, Hennessy Road.

Tel. 21821.

line which curves back gracefully to form A neatly moulded rear quarter. Sloping front doors of extra width and and viability. These are of Acroeven with the ignition shut off. vision mirror, handsome clock plane design with pointer type All conventional instruments are and "pass-around" cigar ilghter concealed bounet latches add to

nstruments which are extremely provided with the addition of an in all President models, and dual style. Τα compensate for the

Ofter in-ash receivers in all sedan and A new feature is engine theremorter. elimination

of the conventional easy to read.

the electric fuel gauge.. A batterior refinements include auto-victoria modele. The lock pro- front visor, an adjustable vinor

.un provides accurate readinga matie windscreen wipers, rear-vides adequate theft protection. binged to the roof of the driver's Compartment provides protection from glare when necessary.

has

suspension effectively absorb every Eights are additionally equipped This new type of Studebaker remaining trace of engine vibra-with wing Ahackle, a shock Free Wheeling operates in all for-tion throughout the entire spredeliminating devler located on the Having successfully tapped and ward speeds, first, second and top.

range. This refinement, together front spring horn, which prevents Exploited a new reservoir of thrill making use of the clutch peces-

with the doully balanced, con- the transfer of real shocks to the sary only in starting and stopping,terwetylted crankshaft, vibration and eremony with (tx dngineering

-teering wheel A three-spoke. A hand lever conveniently located damper, and matched

201 | steelcore safety steering wheel advancement, Studebaker now at the instrument board below auf balanced pistons and connecting used on all models. brings to motordom a new peak slightly to the right of the steers

rode. Pesuite i

despre of of Free performance, comfort and fine wheed, provides positive cup.

sanotimes which promises to ex-

improved brakes are of the two- LUPPOLO INTERION, It in claimed thai trol ver An interlock between tablish new

Duo-Nery single-anchor performance stand-shoo never before have matorists been the clutch and Free Whecking and

cards in the medium-price field. A offered so much for an HLife

of the

new and interesting engine re- moldest Haing. The thickness of ime when true value has come clutch when making this shift. Afinement is vacuum spark control. the lining has been increased to to assume unparalleled importance dial on the then indientes clearly

This device, consisting of a small 1/4 inch This, together with in public romsciousners.

whether you are in Free Wheel-

vacuuum cup mounted ndjagent to

heavier brake drums, results In ing or conventional, is rebuming the distributor, automatically re- increased. effectiveness ut 1 Twenty-two smart new models to Free Wheeling the clutch need tards the park about 6 degrees speeds, longer life, greater uni- completely redesigned as 1 Al not be weed,

during acceleration with wide formity in action, and greater ross pearance, are offered on four wheelbases-The President Bight, Automatic starting in the newsen thrattle, While eliminating ponsiveness to pedal pressure.

President has The Commander Bight, The Dicta- Studebaker models is not only an the pressibility of engine knocks. The

an effective for Eight and The Studebaker Six. outstanding convenience feature, vacuum spark control adds ma- braking area of 276-3/4 quare Among thea are eight of the but one which materially adds toneeleration. When the need for square inches, and The Dictator terially to smoothneas during inches: The Commander. 186-1/2 smart new cunvertible hady types [motoring safely. The mere turn-

sedan and a roadster on each of a key in the ignition lock retarded spark is over, the device and Studebaker Six. 147 aquare wheelbane. In addition to these instantly starts the envine. This returns the spark to ita normal inches. Of the internal expand- convertible models, on each of the device

xtalling

ing type, brakes are Tatvanced position.

thoroughly Four wheelbases the body types the clutch

Jefl engaged. Super smoothness is matched waterproof. include the latest in hody engl the battery. will move theby super silence. In the new cara. One of the greatest improve- neering the St. Regis Brougham, car forward even if the fact suppy Exhaustive research by Stude- mente in the new Studebaker line a four passenger intimate model, in exhausted, or if for some simi-baker engineers into Acoustic has been made in appearance. Ave passenger Hodana, and two lar reason the engine does not science has led to the muccessful Entirely new body lies which and four passenger coupes. Astari. It is thus a unique emer- dumping of all extraneous noise. sweep back In a new "Aircurve"

passenger sedan and seven geney safely device.

only in the engine, but in streamline effect, emphasize the passenger limousine are on the should be stopped on a hill the chassis and body as well. Metal extra art design which ix President Bight chaasia. There isdriver has both of his feel and spring Covers are standard frankly French in origin. Sloping Also a State or legal model with both hands free for operation of throughout the line. This import-windscreens melt into the new extra equipment for each type onlutch and brakes while the en-ant innovation, which even ex-roof All wheelbasen.

vine

being automatically tends to the lowest-priced models, Wheelbunes have been increased started. With automatic starting puts an end once and for all to throughout--136 inches in

is no longer necessary Krope the nerve-wracking annoyance of Presidents,

for the distant button with the spring squeaks. Spring covers 126 inches in The

foot. Commander and 117 inches in The

And finally automatle start-effectively eliminate all noise from Dictator and Studebaker Sixas eliminates the danger of ex- this source, because they net as a Bodies are linger, lower, larger austing the battery by leaving lubricant seat, and assure constant and wider. Greater rigidity and the lenition switch on.

and adequate spring lubrication nt An important new Studebaker all times. Stability have been obtained by mounting the body (1

outside contribution the

to comfort is auto- of the chassis frame, with body matic ride control. This feature efficient sound damping have also The same basic principles of

One-piece trent wings, carried gills vertical instead of horizon is the function of an entirely new heen applied to

engines und back in a long easy sweep, are as in conventional practice. type of shock absorber with which bodies. Motors of left drive particularly distinctive and of . Bodles have been lowered appro-li. President and Commander models are equipped with a uni-striking appeal. The new radia-

ximately 1 inch, yut headroom has Kights are equipped. These new

for design carburetor silencer, and

amare wedge- been increased. Interior comfort fabsorbers

fre thermostatically

HUW full-power mußer of Im-shaped appearance, as well an a dimensions are exceeded by no controlled to compensate automa proved type is standard on eight sharper degree of slant towards other car in the Studebaker price tiently for variations of speed or cylinder models,

These, together the bottom where it merges into class.

road surface. As a result, the

with the inherent quietness of the splash apron. High turbu- A wide range of important en-driver may concentrate his entire

Free Wheeling plus Synchro-lence air deflectors in the grid gine, chassis and body improve attention on handling his car,

Shifting, and new non-resonant and to smurtness, while increasing ments results in maximum perfer mechanical brain in the shock

while the thermostatic

body design, combine to produce the officiency of air circulation. mance.

Headlamps are of the large efficient super anfoty,

an operation uncannily silent. silencing of engine, body

absorber does all the thinking au- and

type, and are matched and assures him :

Non-resonant body construction Ovalold chassis, increased comfort, and

ride vastly enhanced

at all times. in the new models is obtained by by trim mudguard lamps of com- appearance.Automatic ride control constitutes thorough insulation against heni plimentary design. All exterior Details Include Amproved Frac Wheeling plax Synchronized one of the greatest steps forward and cold and noise. Sponge rub-bright work is chrome-plated.

Wheels are equipped with new ber or other insulating materials Shifting, safety gins throughout, in behalf of riding comfort, and cushioned

emphasizes Studebaker's progress have been generously applied to drop centre rims which make for squeak-proof power, body suspension, automatic start- pinneering spirit which gives its all body panels and doors, front better balance and truer running. floor boards (nl) floor boards in Tyre sizes are: President, 6.50x18, Ing. vacuum apark control, auto-owners the beneft of sound im- matic ride control, new colours, provements in advance of their the larger models), and in roof 6-ply: Commander, 6x18, 6-ply: construction. Dash boards be Dictator and Studebaker Six, and new "Alreurve" body design. adoption by the rest of the indu

tween the engine and driving curn- 5,50x 18. 4-ply. Wire wheels are Body lines, while in

partment are insulated on both standard, Deluxe models have no way The efficiency of a shock absor-sides. These precautions abso- six chromium plated, steel spoke radient, follow the aero-dynamic her is particularly susceptible to intely eliminate rumbling and type wheels, dual chromium out- principles of the raindrop. This new design is accentuated by long, changes in temperature, speed and render riding a restful pleasure side mounted Salon type horns,

Every driver the new Studebakers,

trunk rack and ornamental radia- graceful and blended flow of road conditions. moulding

has undoubtedly experienced the

tor cnp. The St. Regis Brougham, The vast improvement unusual stiffness of his absorbers windscreen

the latest of body types, is also front doers. The peak panel is cold days, while absorbers ad- has been wrought ja interier corn-equipped with a handsome trunk. vinorless, permitting an

justed, say, to high speed driving fort dimensions is emphasized by uneb-

A new reflex tail light, mounted And smouth surfaces. become the following betterments: Seats Atructed flow of air over the roof.notoriously rough when subjected are wider and show an average on the mudguard, affords protec Indisputably the most far-reach-to low speeds or bad roads. Stade-increase (nt shoulder level) oftion even when the electric bulb

A la extinguished. spacial re ing and impressive innovation lu baker's automatie

control about 1-1/2 inches in front and 2 ride

This added flector la the lump picks up and the new Studebaker cars in the does away with all this by main-inches in the rear. use of safety gins in the wind-taining maximum riding effect-width in rour seats--the widest throws back the bendiamp beams of the car following. Now screen and wlndows of all models|iveness under all conditions and rear seat built today-accommo- at no extra cost. This is the first sudden changes. In the Dictator dates three passengers with com- colours, reflecting the very latest fort. Front seats are approxi- development dur fascinating time that any manufacturer

in Jand Studebaker Six, Increased Studebaker's prico claus has comfort has been effected by the mately 2-1/2 inches deeper from combinations, have been select- for the new modela. offered this time-tested contribu-use of improved Houdaille absor seat back to leading edge. Seated

bucks are higher, providing bet tion to safety as standard equip-bers all round.

Interior appointments Are juxurious and emphasize Stude- ment throughout its fine. Accord-1 ing to Studebaker, its pioneering The same championship porfor- has been increased. Front doors, laker's traditional good taste in Upholstery of safety glass as standard equipmance which has won for Stude- which are sloping to conform with quality furnishings. ment in the modium price field baker more official stock car re- the new body design, are one-half is fine broadcloth or mohair marks the beginning of a move cords for speed and endurance to 2-1/2 inches wider at a point mont for greater safety, which i than all other makes of cars com- just below the window sills, and vertible models, then con

Seats are deep- tintoly all manufacturers must bined, in provided in even greater give from 3 to 4 Inchca more toe sprung and scientifically shaped follow. Safety

Front seats are glass romoves the measure in the new models. Horse-room for easier entrance and exit. for utmost case. great hazard of injury from flying power in 122 In The President, 101 These outstanding dimensional adjustable, except in convertible glass splinters, and la claim by in The Commander, and 85 in The improvements bave been obtained

Bodana, Heavily padded arm Studebaker to be as grost u nd-| Dictator.

by the new "overhang" mounting rests are provided in all rear-seat vance In the safeguarding of

of the body on the frame, and hy Engines throughout

closed models, with centre folding, are een wider rear trend, driver and passenger og was the

arm rests, silken nesint cords and universal adoption of four holl type, a design which Studebaker honed straight sights of L-head

Maximum driving safety and bashocks in a number of models. hina consistently used, and which steering ease are assured in the Door handles are longer and Tests by Studebaker read it has more than proved lis worth in new cars by an improved cam- finished, like ail Interiør hard- engineers have demonstrated comfibimpetitive trial the world over.

and-lover type steering mochan-ware, in bright nickel. All closed clusively that safely glass of

the Studebaker Six, power has, which provides a marked models fire wired with roof an type approval for uogle tho to be,

ndvance in responsiveness, been

And steering sense, and which, Studebaker models will not apli enhancing its proved champlon- ter oven under violent impacts: ship calibre, and making it the Studebaker engineers claim, is Hence, Studebaker owners are now most powerful aix in. Its price unsurpassed by any other #pared the over-constant, foar that: òlašk, :

'brakes.

treatment. inclined pillars and sloping

try.

which

ter shoulder support. Leg room

car,

New President"and" Commander

leak-proof radia installation.

New Instrument panels of ex- treme simplicity and beauty have been devised for maximum utlity

The pioneer of Free Wheeling presents 32 betterments for 32

TRIUM

RIUMPHANT New Studebakers.... offering more car for less money than any car you have ever had!

Studebaker prices are lower... but Studebaker keeps on adding to the total of its betterments with 32 sensational "advancements, chief of which is 1932 Free Wheeling plus Synchronized, Shifting ... the most obedient and the simplest car control known to motoring.

Studebaker started the world Free Wheeling and these Triumphant New Studebakers.now start still another epochal advance... this time in safety ... by offering full-sealed, 1932 type Safety Plate Glass at no extra charge-in all windscreens and all windows of all models.

All of these Triumphant New Studebakers have Automatic Starting and Full-Cushioned Power ... and the Now Presidents and Commanders have Studebaker Automatic Ride Control that instantly and infallibly adjusta shock absorber and spring action to all changes of temperature, upeed and road surface without any attention from the driver! Come see these Triumphant New Studebakers... bigger and better in every particular. They are cars that reflect all the colour and experience of an 80-year-old organization respected for its achievements and famous for its enterprise ... they bespeak the solid value of Studebaker econo- mies and the acknowledged vitality of Studebaker manufacture!

1932 Free Wheeling plus

Synchronized Shifting

Safety Plate Glass All Around Automatic Starting Automatic Ride Control Full-Cushioned Power Longer Bodies-Wides Seatz Air-Curve Coachwork New Convertible Body Styles All Bodies Insulated Against

Heat, Cold and Noise Lower Centre of Gravity Closed Bodies Wired for Radio Improved Brakes

New Airplane Type Instruments

on Fact

Free Wheeling Dial Electric Petrol Gauge Metal Spring Covers Reflex Tail Lamp Full Automatic Spark

Adjustment

New Airplane Type Steal.

Backed Engine Beatings Greater Cooling Capacity Finer Body Hardware including

new windscreen mountings Concealed Bonnet Latches New Inside Sun Visor No-Glare Sloping Windscreen Chromium-Plated Stas! Spoke

Wheels

One-Piece Wings Steel Running Boardr Integral Unit Body Construction Heat Resisting Sponge Rubber

Floor Mats

· Improved Rim Assembly Single Key for all Locks Air Cleaner, Carburetor Silencer; Full Pawar Exhaust Silencer

Triumphant New Studebakers

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