BSA

BSA
BSA SCOUT SERIES 6

2-seater, 4-seater sports, 2-door sport saloon, 2-seater drophead coupé.

An extra couple of inches wheelbase, an extra crankshaft bearing, and steel-spoke wheels identify this one, which was credited with 70mph from 32mph, even if contemporary road tests didn't fully substantiate this. Only single-carburettor engines quoted. Drophead (possibly only 6) from summer 1939.

Technical Specifications
Engine
1203cc (S4 SV)
Configuration
Front engine, front-wheel drive
Production dates
1939 to 1940
Number produced
500 approx
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