Vauxhall

Vauxhall
VAUXHALL WYVERN EIX

Saloon.

Longer, wider car based on '49 Chevy's styling, though unitary, of course. Pushbutton doors, coil front springing and hypoid rear axle. Short-stroke 1508cc engine (lots more urge) from April '52, recirculating ball steering for '53, new bonnet and grille for '55, slimmer pillars and wrap-round rear window for '56. New grille again and (thank goodness) electric wipers on seldom-seen '57s.

Technical Specifications
Engine
1442cc/1508cc (S4 OHV)
Configuration
Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Production dates
1951 to 1957
Number produced
5313/105,275
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