- Singer Vogue -
Estate.
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A Luxurious, elegant car with space and power for loads.
In effect, two cars in one - a luxury saloon and a practical load carrier. Used as a saloon, the Singer Vogue Estate Car has luxurious seating for five. In
a moment, you can adapt the car for carrying loads, And you still enjoy brilliant performance from the powerful Vogue engine.
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Proved 1,725 c.c. engine:Power for high performances, Power for loads.
The Singer Vogue Estate Car is powered by the 1,725 c.c. o.h.v. engine, tested and proved for reliability, efficiency and economy.
Of advanced 'square' design, and developing 91 b.h.p., this high-precision engine incorporates a 5-bearing crankshaft for smooth,
quite running. It gives powerful performance throughout the speed range, with great power and torque in all gears. Its silken operation, vivid
acceleration and brilliant performance will delight the most exacting motorist.
Special features:
- Twin choke carburettor for efficiency and easy starting.
- Aluminium cylinder head for maximum thermal efficiency.
- Large inlet and exhaust valves.
- Special water-heated manifold.
- Exhaust system with twin down pipes and large resonator box.
- 35-amp alternator, instead of dynamo, for higher charging rate at lower revolutions
- Dry filter air cleaner.
- Hypoid final drive rear axle (ratio 4.22:1) with semi-floating hubs.
- Engine compartment fully insulated against noise.
- Steering unit of high-efficiency re-circulating ball design.
Borg-Warner fully-automatic transmission or Laycock-de-normanville overdrive
on top and third gears. Available as an extra.
For safety: powerful front disk brakes and self-adjusting rear
drum brakes, efficient suspension that gives smooth, stabilized ride, childproof
door-locks, padded facia rolls, twin reverse lights, built-in seat belt anchorages
and strong unitary construction. All greasing points are eliminated, routine servicing
is only every 6,000 miles.
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A sturdy load carrier. Above, we illustrate the Vogue Estate Car
waiting to carry both passengers and loads. Note the easy access from sides and rear.
The front compartment is that of a saloon, with generous seating for two. The rear
compartment is converted to a load carrier, with clear loading space for 700lb.
of bulky goods. The conversion is effected quite easily by folding forward the rear seat.
The loading platform is covered with attractive and durable plastic, with an integral foam
underlay. The lower tailgate is spring-assisted for ease of operation, it can be left
open for carrying lengthy articles.
A 5-seater saloon. By returning the rear seat to its normal
position, you transform the carrier to a spacious 5-seater saloon. The rear compartment
now has room for 400lb. of luggage - ample for all family needs.
The spare wheel is stowed in its own under-floor housing, independent of the luggage
compartment, and easily accessible. The petrol filler is in the left-hand rear wing,
still accessible when the tailgate is lowered.
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Comfort and luxury to Saloon standards. Apart from the
smart and serviceable rubber floor-covering, you have the same appointments and high
quality finish of saloon travel. The same close-fitting front seats luxuriously
comfortable and fully adjustable. They can even be set to a reclining position,
for complete relaxation. The rear seating is also figure-contoured for ease.
The stylish facia is in walnut veneer. It carries a full range of easy-to-read instruments
and dimmable warning lights. An efficient heating and ventilation system is standard
For driving ease, you have: a dished-type steering wheel, a 4-speed all-synchromesh
gearbox and sports-type gear lever, a self-adjusting diaphragm clutch (which needs only
light pedal pressure), a conveniently placed handbrake and a flashing indicator switch
that emodieas a head-lamp flasher control.
Specification of the Singer Vogue estate car
Engine: Four-cylinder five-bearing crankshaft unit and aluminium cylinder head with push rod operated overhead valves.
- Solex compound carburettor.
- Bore 3.21 in. (81.5 mm). Stroke 3.25 in. (82.55 mm.)
- Capacity: 105.2 cu. in. (1,725 c.c).
- Engine develops 91 maximum b.h.p. at 5,500 r.p.m. and maximum.
- torque 105.9 lb. ft. at 3,500 r.p.m. Compression ratio 9.2 : 1.
Ignition: Coil and distributer; Automatic
centrifugal advance and retard mechanism, vacuum control.
Champion N9Y sparking plugs.
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Cooling system: Centrifugal pump and fan,
thermostatic control. Coolant pressure fed to cylinder head with selective cooling
of valve seats, stems and sparking plug bosses.
Clutch: 7 1/2 in. Borg and Beck diaphragm spring plate,
Hydraulically operated by pendant pedal.
Gearbox: Four forward speeds and one reverse with control
ring synchromesh on all forward gears. Centre-floor gear change lever.
Rear axle: Hypoid semi-floating axle shafts to the rear
wheels. Ratio: 4.22 : 1.
Overall ratios: Top 4.22 : 1, Third 5.877 : 1, Second 9.038 : 1, First 14.138 : 1,
Reverse 15.07 : 1.
Unitary construction: Chassis and body forming a single
structure of immense strength and rigidity.
Front suspension: Fully independent front wheel
suspension by means of swinging links, coil springs and ball joint swivel
bearings, controlled by double-acting hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers.
Use of nylon insert ball joints eliminates need for periodic greasing. A torsion bar
sway eliminator is fitted between the suspension lower links.
Rear suspension: Long, wide semi-elliptic leaf springs
give improved lateral stability. Double acting hydraulic telescopic shock
absorbers maintain control under all conditions.
Wheels: Five pressed steel wheels with ventilation slots
and wide base rims. Four are embellished with polished nave plates and wheel trim
discs. Spare wheel is housed in a cradle below the luggage compartment floor.
Tyres: Tubeless 6.50 x 13 in.
Brakes: Lockheed disc brakes at front of 10.3 in. diameter
and drum brakes of 9 in. diameter at rear. The handbrake, at the side of the drivers
seat, operates through a system of cables and the linkage is independent of the
footbrake.
Steering: Recirculating ball type. Three-piece symmetrical
track rod linkage. 16 in. diameter steering wheel with chromium-plated horn ring.
Petrol tank: 10 gallon capacity positioned below luggage
compartment floor. Quick release filler on left hand rear-wing.
Instruments: Speedometer including mileage and trip recorder,
thermometer, oil pressure gauge, fuel gauge, ammeter and warning lights for headlamp
main beam, ignition and flashing indicators.
Standard equipment: Heater with two-speed fan, ventilation
equipment, screen washers, two speed screen wipers, two interior sun visors,
twin reverse lamps, headlamp flasher, wheel finishers, overriders and fully reclining
front seats, 35 amp alternator.
Weights (Approx.):
- Unladen (with petrol and water). 2,488 lb.
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Dry (without petrol and water). 2,393 lb.
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Colour Schemes:
SINGLE TONES.
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Silver Grey Metallic.
with Red upholstery.
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Royal Blue Metallic.
with Grey upholstery.
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Burnt Almond Metallic.
with Fawn upholstery.
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Silver Moss Metallic.
with Green upholstery.
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Holly Green.
with Green upholstery.
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TWO TONES.
The first named colour is the predominant colour, the second is the roof.
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Silver Moss Metallic/Black.
with Green upholstery.
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Royal Blue Metallic/Dawn Mist.
with Grey upholstery.
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Holly Green/Willow Green.
with Green upholstery.
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Optional extras: The following extras are available
ex-factory at extra cost and can only be specified at the time of placing
the order:
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Overdrive with convential transmission.
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White-wall tyres.
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Fully-automatic transmission incorporating Borg Warner light gearbox. No system is
simpler to handle or more completely automatic.
Special accessories: (Available at extra cost). A very full
and attractive range of accessories is available, including Smith's
Radiomobile, clock, etc. Full details can be obtained from your Dealer.
Dimensions:
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