The Development of the Shooting Brake.
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rrtHE old days, when the shooting brake u.sed to consist of an antiquated chassis and a still more ancient body, are seemingly at an end. Such vehicles are being replaced everywhere by the most modern types of vehicle extant, especially designed for the comfortable accommodation of large or small parties, according to the requirements of the buyer, and with detail refinements to assist in the promotion of the comfort of all concerned.
A good example of this modern design is that which we illustrate. It is a Guy, delivered through A. C. Hall, Ltd., to the order of Captain Riley Smith, of Tadcaster. It is designed to carry up to 16 passengers and'is fitted throughout with all the best and latest coachwork equipment, including Floaton-Air cushions, the setts being arranged down both sides and across the rear, thus allowing room for the extension of a folding mahogany table down the centre, which can be used during meals or for card playing. When not required the table folds neatly against the forward screen which separates the driver's compartment from the main portion of the vehicle.
All the seats are hinged to provide access to the gun and ammunition lockers underneath, and with regard to the space beneath the driver's seat, this accommodates a folding ladder by which the luggage space at the top of the • vehicle can be reached.
The vehicle is attractively finished in grained wood with green wheels and wings, the bodywork being by L. and L. T. Taylor, of Wolverhampton, who, it will be noted by reference to the illus,tration, have also studied the comfort of the driver and also his protection.