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1966 Swanage Power Boats

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Triumph Gloria Vitesse Six

Anticipation........there is nothing like the early excitement of a new project..

Although a large amount of work has already been carried out to a very high standard by the Gloria's previous owners, there is still lots to get involved with.

It is also a nice change to have a project that is not quite so much mechanical work but lots of hands on craft work, a view shared by Charlotte too.

The glove box and door cappings are quite interesting, they have a painted finish, similar to "Ragging" techniques used in interior design. Although we are not sure how original these are, I have seen this sort of thing on pre and post war cars. One story comes to mind of  Facel Vega who use a painted dash pattern produced with the aid of beer and a feather on wet paint!

For now, we will be fitting the new teak items, but the painted ones will be protected and retained with the car. I will continue to make further enquiries in the motoring and furniture world of this period.

Delage DISS Progress

Coastal Cafe Racers

Two stylish and tasteful Cafe Racers out on test runs a little while ago. They are strunning and the craftsmanship is outstanding and beautiful.

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