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Fine Art Print : Malcolm Buchanan and Bill Helmeage who have spent the last month making a VW watertight
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Malcolm Buchanan and Bill Helmeage who have spent the last month making a VW watertight
Malcolm Buchanan and Bill Helmeage who have spent the last month making a VW watertight and adding a propeller. They will enter their craft in the Unusual Entry section of the Blackpool to Isle of Man race in three weeks. Pictured, the men putting their craft through its trial run on the Leisure Lake at Mere Brow near Southport, Lancs. 27th May 1973
Kevin Fitzpatrick
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Mere Brow
England
DM 73 4370
Media ID 21853640
© Mirrorpix
Amphibious Vehicle Aquatic Automobile Converted Outdoor Leisure Activities Vehicle Volkswagen 1973
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
"Step into the world of passion and creativity with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. This captivating image, titled "VW Rebuilders: Malcolm and Bill," captures the essence of determination and ingenuity as Malcolm Buchanan and Bill Helmeage dedicate a month to transforming a classic VW into a watertight masterpiece, complete with a propeller. Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey as they prepare to enter their unique craft in the Unusual Entry section of the Blackpool to Isle of Man Race. Bring this inspiring print into your home and let the story unfold before your eyes." - Memory Lane Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Malcolm Buchanan and Bill Helmeage - Pioneers of Aquatic Adventure
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In a remarkable display of ingenuity and determination, Malcolm Buchanan and Bill Helmeage have transformed an ordinary Volkswagen into a watertight marvel. After dedicating an entire month to their ambitious project, the duo now proudly presents their creation - an amphibious vehicle equipped with a propeller. Their audacious endeavor will be put to the ultimate test as they prepare to compete in the Unusual Entry section of the Blackpool to Isle of Man race in just three weeks. Captured in this photograph is the moment when Buchanan and Helmeage subject their extraordinary craft to its trial run on Leisure Lake at Mere Brow near Southport, Lancs. The anticipation is palpable as spectators gather around, eager witnesses to this groundbreaking feat. With unwavering focus etched upon their faces, these daring adventurers navigate through uncharted waters, pushing boundaries that were once deemed impossible. This snapshot from May 27th, 1973 encapsulates not only the spirit of innovation but also celebrates outdoor leisure activities that ignite our sense of adventure. It serves as a reminder that human potential knows no bounds when fueled by passion and imagination. As we delve into this nostalgic glimpse from the past, let us salute Malcolm Buchanan and Bill Helmeage for defying convention and redefining what it means to explore both land and water. Their converted VW symbolizes freedom, resilience, and endless possibilities – reminding us all that
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