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SS SSII (1932-33)

Close coupled coupé.

Don't judge by appearances - this one looked as if it would go incredibly fast, yet under than bonnet was a Standard Little Nine engine. Thus there were two main bearings and sidevalves, the unit producing enough power to drag the little coupé along to a dizzy 60mph. Six-volt electrics were standard, the 80ins wheelbase frame had semi-elliptics all round, and there was a three speed 'box. The Light Car loved its steering and found that the car cornered well -effortless speed, they said...

Technical Specifications
Engine
1005cc (S4 SV)
Configuration
Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Production dates
1932 to 1933
Number produced
549
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