Letters from Readers, October 1947
Sir, In view of his exalted claims in your columns, readers of Motor Sport will have watched Mr. Thursby Pelham's performance at Brighton with the utmost interest. I learn that…
Brief Specification. Engine : 6-cylinders, bore 88.5 mm., stroke 120.64 mm., capacity 4,467
c.c. R.A.C. Rating 29.13 h.p. Push rod operated overhead valves.
Two S. U. carburetters. Dual ignition coil and magneto.
Gearbox : 4 speeds and reverse, with free wheel. Constant mesh, third gear. Ratios 3.3, 4.2, 6.6, and 10.3 to 1.
Brakes : Girling mechanical.
Suspension : Half-elliptic springs. Dimensions : Wheelbase 10 ft. 3 ins.
Track : 4 ft. 10 ins.
Dimensions : Wheelbase, 10 ft. 3 in., Track, 4 ft. 10 ins., Weight with four-seater sports body, 32 cwt.
Price : £1,000.