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1919 SLS Archive Shots

Both of these photographs feature the same model of car, that is the 1919 Model SLS with 2 seater bodywork. This was the first new Standard model to be built after the first world war and was a development of the prewar Model S. The car, driven by two gentlemen, appears to have a second horn fitted, close to the first, I think this looks like  a "Klaxon" electrically driven horn. Clearly the driver liked 2 methods of advertising that he was approaching!

The second is a shot of the village of Aldbury in Hertfordshire, a village I know well.  The car, which is another SLS, with a lady driver, is parked next to the village pond. The enlargement, which is the maximum I can achieve with my scanner, shows that the car door, which is only on the passenger side, is open and the driver appears to be looking at a passenger out of shot, who has either just alighted from or is returning to the car. What good fortune to have the only Standard, or indeed the only car in the village! Apart from the lack  of any other cars, you will find this scene is  identical today, even the pub, with white picket fence and pub sign is unaltered after 80 odd years. The water in the pond is somewhat lower and that has allowed reeds to grow around the perimeter.

Like all good shots over still water, the picture is almost identical if turned upside down!

The SLS by the pond at maximum magnification:

If you have archive photos of Standards, why not share them with other members. All material will be returned.


I am aware that there are other cars and information that could be added to this site to make it more comprehensive, so if you have material and photographs, please let me know.  Please send me, Phil Homer, a message at: Phil Homer

 


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