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Sunbeam of Charles Vandervell, Essex Motor Club Kop Hillclimb, Buckinghamshire, 1922
Sunbeam 2-seat racing body 1921 4914 cc. Event Entry No: 75 Driver: Vandervell, C.A.V. Time: 28.2 secs. and 2nd FTD 1916 Indianapolis engine in 1921 G.P. chassis. Place: Essex M.C. Kop Hillclimb. Date: 25.3.22
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Buckinghamshire Crowds Essex Motor Club Hill Climb Hillside Kop Hill Kop Hill Climb Motor Race Motor Racing Racing Car Racing Driver Spectator Spectators Speed Sunbeam Bill Brunell Brunell Classic Car Motor Car Motor Sport Vintage Car Wj Brunell
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Sunbeam of Charles Vandervell, Essex Motor Club Kop Hillclimb, Buckinghamshire, 1922 - A Glimpse into the Thrilling World of Vintage Racing
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. This print takes us back to the roaring twenties, a time when speed and adrenaline fueled the hearts of racing enthusiasts. The image captures an exhilarating moment at the Essex Motor Club Kop Hillclimb in Buckinghamshire. Amidst a picturesque countryside setting, spectators line both sides of the narrow lane as they eagerly watch Charles Vandervell maneuver his powerful Sunbeam racing car. The vintage beauty on display is a Sunbeam 2-seat racing body from 1921 with a remarkable engine upgrade - a 1916 Indianapolis engine fitted onto a 1921 Grand Prix chassis. This unique combination showcases innovation and engineering prowess that defined this era's motor sport. As Vandervell skillfully navigates through the hillside track, his determination is palpable. With an impressive time of just 28.2 seconds, he secures second place overall in this thrilling competition. The crowd's excitement is tangible; their faces filled with awe and anticipation as they witness these daring drivers push themselves to their limits. This snapshot not only immortalizes an iconic event but also pays homage to the golden age of motor racing. Preserved by Bill Brunell's lens, this historic photograph transports us back in time to experience firsthand the raw power and elegance that characterized early automobile races. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come while honoring those who paved the way for modern motorsport enthusiasts worldwide.
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