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Standard Eight Cars
A row of Standard Cars waiting to be sent to retailers. A four door saloon costs ?481, does 50 miles to the gallon and is the cheapest car in Britain. Original Publication: Picture Post - 6713 - New Car For The Working World - pub. 1953 (Photo by John Chillingworth/Getty Images)
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John Chillingworth
Media ID 10923366
1950 1959 In A Row Industrial Building Large Group Of Objects Merchandise Mode Of Transport Sedan Square Transport Europe Britain England Waiting Format Standard Cars
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring John Chillingworth's iconic image of Standard Eight Cars. This evocative photograph transports you to a bygone era, as a row of these classic vehicles await dispatch to retailers. The Standard Eight, with its affordable price tag of £481 and impressive fuel efficiency of 50 miles per gallon, was once the cheapest car in Britain. Bring this piece of automotive history into your home or office and relive the nostalgia with every glance. Our high-quality Metal Prints are not only eye-catching but also durable, making them the perfect addition to any space.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Standard Eight Cars - A Glimpse into the Affordable Automobile Revolution of 1953
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. Step back in time with this print captured by John Chillingworth in 1953. The image showcases a row of Standard Cars, eagerly awaiting their journey to retailers across Britain. In an era where car ownership was still a luxury for many, these four-door saloons were hailed as the cheapest vehicles available in the country. With a price tag of just ?481, these Standard Cars offered an unprecedented opportunity for working-class individuals to own their very own mode of transport. And it didn't stop there - boasting an impressive fuel efficiency of 50 miles per gallon, they also promised economical journeys on every road trip. The square-shaped saloon design depicted in black and white adds a touch of nostalgia to this archival photograph. With no people present, the focus remains solely on these remarkable automobiles that symbolized freedom and mobility for countless families during post-war Britain. This snapshot not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a reminder of how transportation played a pivotal role in shaping society's progress. As we gaze upon this large group of objects lined up outside an industrial building, we can almost feel the anticipation and excitement surrounding them. Join us on this visual journey through history as we celebrate the ingenuity behind these Standard Eight Cars - icons that revolutionized personal transportation and made dreams come true for thousands across England's roads.
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