THE POPULAR ROVER

Rotorua Morning Post, Volume 2, Issue 370, 3 November 1932, Page 6

THE POPULAR ROVER

real modern car the " family ten " offers motorists exceptional VALUES COMFORT AND ECONOMY An English made car which should strongly appeal to the New Zealand motorist is the latest model "Family Ten" Rover, for which Messrs. Fortune and Carruthers, Limited, have secured the Rotorua agency. This car is unique in both size and style, and possesses many important improvements which should meet with the approval of those who desire a car which, while being as roomy and comfortable as a large model, is yet reasonable in price and particularly light iil petrol eonsumption. The "Family Ten," which by the way, costs only £279, has a wheel base of 8ft 8in, " and possesses all big car equipment and specifications. It is fitted with' an efficient automatic windscreen wiper, and the windows are all of non-splintering glass. It is provided with adjustable seats and the upholstering throughout is in English leather. A handy luggage carrier also makes for additional eomfort. To ensure easy running and prevent unpleasant vibration front and rear bumpers are installed, and the complete absorbtion of all shbck makes road travelling in this model a real pleasure. There is a foree-feed lubrication system, four-wheel brakes and the hand-brake operates on all wheels, thus giving additional security. The four-cylinder engine is capable of developing a speed of from 50 to 60 miles an hour with an exeeptionally light fuel eonsumption of 35 miles to the gallon. The new model has wire wheels, a stronger chassis frame and heavier rear springs than formerly employed, and the car will be found fast, flexible and a good climber. Its dependability and economical running has won it deserved popularity wherever used and it should certainly catch the fancy of all those who desire to possess a car with an established English reputation which can be cheaply run and at the same time. provide all the comf ort speed and security of much heavier and more expensive models. A feature which should also appeal to the New Zealand public is that the cars are assembled in New Zealand, and out of each £1, which goes to make up the cost of the car 11s is spent in our oivn workshops at Petone. The purchase of the Rover, therefore, helps to provide employment for New Zealand workmen. The fittings and equipment throughout are right up to the best English standard, which is a guarantee of outstanding efficiency. At the present time Messrs. For--tune and 'Carruthers have only the popular "Family Ten" modei in stock, but the "Ten Special," "Pilot 14," "Pilot Speed," "Meteor 16," "Meteor 20," and the "Meteor Speed" models will be landed shortly. An inspection of the "Family Ten" will convince prospective buyers that something unique in value and efficiency is being offered.