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Random # 303: Humber Vogue


I could - maybe even should - be kinder to cars hailing from Britain during the 1960s.  It's not that they don't have their own charm; there is a certain style - an aura, even - that I rather like.  But an bottle up your bum driving position, a bit of woodgrain trim and the aroma of pipe tobacco doesn't quite compensate for what were more often than not anaemic engines, the smell of hot oil and blancmange handling.



It's not inconceivable that this Humber Vogue - photographed in Hobart, Tasmania's, more established suburbs - encapsulates all my prejudices in one slightly stuffy package.  It is no Alfa, Fiat or Lancia of the era!  


However, I have been seduced.  It's a stylish car.  The bold four-light front end, glassy cabin, restrained tail fins and vertically-stacked rear light clusters are rather delightful.  It appeals to me in a similar manner as does the Triumph 2500 (https://uppermiddlepetrolhead.blogspot.com/2021/08/random-302-triumph-2500-mk-ii-s.html).


Today's example was in lovely, apparently unrestored condition.  The body was straight, free of penetrating rust, had largely undfaded, unchipped duco, clean, undamaged chrome and a tidy interior.  It appeared to be complete and even featured a number of motoring club badges of the era.  Nice!





Did you enjoy this post?  If so, there are literally hundreds and hundreds more like today's, featuring classic, sports and performance vehicles from Tasmania and all around Australia, as well as motorsports events and car shows.  You might be surprised what you find!

So why not check it out?!  And if you like what you see, how about sharing?!?  😃.




U M P H

(uppermiddlepetrolhead.blogspot.com.au.)

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  4. Peter28 August 2021 at 12:50

    These were upmarket small cars of the time. There are still a few around and were built in Port Melbourne from CKD parts sent from UK. The car pictured looks to be from around 1965 a series 3 style. These had a high compression 1600cc engines which proved to be reliable and long lasting. Pity that an unrestored example sits out in the Tassie weather for years but it is testament to the fact that they were a quality product from the time and should have been more appreciated. Thanks for sharing 8)

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  5. Alastair Watson3 September 2021 at 18:05

    Hi, Pete, and thanks for the info! I didn’t realise they were CKD in Australia but it’s interesting to know.

    Cheers,

    Alastair

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