Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2022 i Classic & Vintage Commercials

We are sad to report the passing of George Wood on October 1 aged 77. George, or Tony as he was usually known to his family, was born in Otley and spent his formative years on a farm, and would often skip school to attend farmer’s markets. On leaving school he got an apprenticeship at David Brown agents Telfords Agricultural Machinery in Harrogate. He later joined Tate Machinery in Otley, before moving back to the David Brown tractor dealership now named Yorkshire Tractors, by which time George had gained extensive knowledge of tractors and other types of machinery, so he took the opportunity to become a salesman. Sometime later, George came across a redundant garage premises on Lindley Moor Road in Huddersfield, which were later to become the home and…

We welcome photos of older lorries {15 years and older) that are still in service for publication in this We can accept contributions by email - cvc.ed@co.uk, post to The Editor, Classic & Vintage Commercials, PO Box 1243, SPALDING, PET11 9HE. Please provide as much (or as little) information about a vehicle as you are able and before entering or taking photos on privat property, please ensure that you have all the permissions that you need to bethere, and to be taking photographs. MALTESE CLASSICS With the cold weather now here for the next few months, we thought readers might appreciate a few classics from sunnier climes this month! Malta is well-known for its older British vehicles still at work, and while the classic Maltese buses are now restricted to…

In the past, this relatively new show has been seen as the season-opener for East Anglia-based enthusiasts and taken place in March. This year, however, due to difficulties booking the venue at any other time, the organisers had to move it to an end of season date of the second weekend in October. This, clearly, was a gamble – not least because weather conditions in early October are rarely predictable, and many enthusiasts choose to take their vehicles off the road for winter from the end of September. However the risk certainly paid off handsomely – according to organisers Gary and Julie Woodrow 196 commercial vehicles were in attendance on the Sunday, along with all the other usual rural show attractions – tractors, classic cars, rural crafts and stationary engines,…

This very tidy Ford Escort Mk 2 van is currently owned by Andrew Hardy of Coxhoe, County Durham. It was originally supplied to the Swedishowned domestic appliance maker Electrolux for use at its Luton factory. It was delivered in lead-grey “Cactus” primer for painting into the company’s livery that I believe was predominantly black. Fortunately someone had the foresight to have the van undersealed when new – primer has no rust resistance. After a short working life, the van was sent to the Spennymoor cooker factory in County Durham, this factory had been strategically built on the outskirts of the town beside the old A1; now designated the A167 after being bypassed by a new section of the A1(M). However, the van was never used at this factory; instead it…

Davis Brothers are one of those transport companies which has acquired almost legendary status among enthusiasts. Back in the day, lorries in their distinct brown livery (later brightened up to light blue) were a very common sight. It also has to be said, though, that the firm had something of a reputation for sailing fairly close to the wind sometimes as far as legalities were concerned. In terms of vehicle presentation, it was always very much a case of function first, appearance and image second. They were, though, operating in very different times from those that exist today, and there’s little doubt that the old firm fulfilled a vital function in moving stuff around. Well-known preservationist Parry Davis is a direct descendent of the family (his father was Harry Davis)…

Withyou-know-what coming up, as is usual at this time of year, Kelsey Media have some rather special offers on subscriptions – to see what is currently available turn to pages 50-51 of this issue, or visit our online shop at www.shop.kelsey.co.uk Talking of the latter, although our monthly back issues page lists (on page 66 of this issue) available back issues of Classic & Vintage Commercials going back a year or so, the online shop has them going back much further – to 2014 in some cases! And where printed issues are no longer available we can usually supply a digital issue. Each listed issue also contains a list of key features. The list is available online at https:// shop.kelsey.co.uk/single-issue/classic-and-vintagecommercials-magazine. Or, if typing that’s too much, just go to shop.kelsey.co.uk.…

SAFETY To request your NEW Sealey hand tools brochure, call 01284 757500 Send your letters to: Classic and Vintage Commercials, PO Box 1243, Spalding PE11 9HE or e-mail: cvc.ed@kelsey.co.uk MY LORRY – 60 YEARS AGO! I recognised the 1932 Bedford WLG YY6756 which appeared in your August 2022 issue, as I owned many years ago. As a chassis “running unit”, it was purchased by coachbuilders Vincents of Reading, who built it into a horse box with a side ramp and rear groom cubicle and a top hat cab. YY6756 was purchased by Lord and Lady Boothby of Fonmon Castle in the Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales. An identical one was purchased by the Guthrey family of Gloucester and I believe this one is still around and complete as original. Anyway,…

ERFs are becoming as rare as severe winters so this artic I snapped on a cold day about fifteen years ago reminds us of a bygone era when both were part of every day life. Owners Culina of Market Drayton had just acquired Bristolbased Baylis Distribution. With the takeover came this ERF ECT, new to Baylis in 2003. In recent years food transport specialist Culina has undergone rapid expansion, absorbing several large fleets including Great Bear, Fowler Welch, Morgan McLernon and even the mighty Eddie Stobart. Peter J Davies…

When a vehicle range has enjoyed success and cultivated a loyal following it needs to be followed up with something even better in order to stay ahead of the competition. The Scania 110 and 140 had gained something of a cult status during the 1970s and the improved 111 and 141 of 1974 had achieved a similar following. By 1980, despite the great success of the ‘0’ and ‘1-series’, Scania needed a completely new range and that range made its UK debut in 1981 as the 82/112/142 or ‘2-series’. Development of the new range had been in progress throughout the 1970s and a major part of the investment went into a completely new cab which appeared in three versions - the lowdatum G for distribution trucks, the intermediate P for…

On October 30, Carters Steam Fair ended their final tour with a visit to Prospect Park, Reading, and 45 years as a travelling show came to an end. The fair is currently up for sale – with a guide price of £2.5million being quoted – though the family are keen to secure the fair’s future as a complete unit operating from a permanent base – ideally one with an overall roof to aid preservation of the historic rides. Carters was started in 1976/77 by John and Anna Carter with an 1895 Jubilee Steam Gallopers ride. From here, the fair grew to what the owners now say is the largest vintage travelling funfair in the world. During the 2022 season, it included 19 separate rides. John Carter died in 2000, and…

If you are looking at this unusual pair of Bedfords thinking that you have seen them somewhere before, then you’re probably right. Neither of them is a stranger to the small or the big screen, and one of them is a bit of a pop star. Both are owned by classic vehicle collector and Bedford enthusiast Bob Alderman from Essex. Amongst several other vehicles, Bob owns numerous Bedford CAs. For many years he has provided a line-up of them at the annual Enfield Pageant of Motoring. Why so many CAs? Bobs’ first ever vehicle was a Ford E83W van (he currently owns one of these as well), but his second was a Bedford CA, and he’s had a soft spot for them ever since, despite that particular van’s foibles. “The…

LEYLAND OCTOPUS Late model with extended chassis and artic trailer body! Ian Shaw tracks down a real rarity. CAB MATTERS Nick Baldwin concludes his short series with a look at some oddballs… TALBOT 1100 VAN Once common, though few lasted long due to corrosion. One has, however, supplied and been restored to stunning condition! MAESTRO VANS Russ Harvey tells the story, and tracks down a still-working survivor PLUS: Pt2 of Peter Davies’ Scania 2 Series analysis, reports from the HCVS Sprat & Winkle run and Kelsall, all our usual features and, seeing as it will be Christmas, a few special surprises and stocking-fillers!…