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Body Shapes

1927 - 1932

Model Year 1928
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The Weymann Saloon models with four doors and six side windows look more elegant than the models with four side windows. Model Year 1928.
Description 1928: This model is similar in every respect to the standard "Paris" or "Riviera" saloons, but has an additional window at the rear on each side of the body. The upholstery is luxurious with a rich moquette finish, leather upholstery can be supplied for an extra charge of £10. The bodywork follows the same luxurious scale as the standard models, the equipment also includes women's and smokers' companions, ceiling brackets, electric ceiling light, fan, rear window trim operated ffrom driver's seat, etc. Price, complete £425 - with wire wheels £435
Model Year 1929

In model year 1929, the Weymann Saloon with six side windows appears considerably more taut.

The Weymann-Saloon as "Riviera" - model with the equipment variant "Regal", model year 1929.
Description 1929: The Weymann system of body construction consists of building a "flexible" frame and coating it with a durable, weatherproof fabric. Its advantages lie in the fact that it makes it possible to produce a saloon body lighter than a metal-clad body at a lower price and without the risk of body noise. The reason for the latter advantage is that no two frame elements touch each other in the body frame; all connections are made by sturdy steel plates firmly bolted to each element. These plates reinforce an air space between them so that the frame elements can "bend" but not rub; therefore it is impossible for creaking noises to develop. However, this principle only applies to genuine Weymann bodies, such as those installed in Rover vehicles. The coating of the body consists of a special fabric that is tightly stretched over the frame and can withstand even the toughest loads. It is very easy to clean, since it does not require polishing as with a normal body and cannot be scratched if it is "chemically cleaned". Rover saloons with Weymann bodies (manufactured under license by the Rover Company) are available with four or six windows and with fixed or foldable roofs. There is virtually no difference in appearance and cost between the latter two, with the fixed roof model known as "Paris" and the retractable roof model known as "Riviera". The opening or closing of the "Riviera" roof takes only a few seconds, and in the open state there is no rattling at all. For those who enjoy the sun and the air, the "Riviera" is the ideal solution for their needs. Weymann "Standard" Saloon Model The upholstery is made of high-quality carriage fabric, comfortable and very durable. Artillery wheels are mounted on "standard" models, but wire wheels can be supplied for £10 extra. The available body colours are: Blue, brown, red or the fashionable black, which is accentuated by a chrome trim. Weymann "Regal" Saloon Model The models have 4 or 6 windows. Both types, with " Regal " features as shown, have the same price, or £395 for "Standard " features. The " Regal " models are upholstered with fine furniture fabrics and have wire wheels and the other features listed in the specifications. A spacious luggage rack is attached to the rear which folds down when not in use. Price "Standard" model, complete £395 - with wire wheels £405 - Price " Regal" model, complete £445
Model Year 1930

In model year 1930, the Weymann Saloon appeared largely unchanged, except for the side openings of the bonnet.
p>Description 1930: "Standard" - Version Body fabric colours: Black, maroon, brown, blue or green Upholstery cloth colours: Blue, brown, or green Wheels: Black artillery wheels - Roof: Fixed roof
" Regal" - Version Body fabric colours: Black, maroon, brown, blue or green Upholstery cloth colours: blue, brown or green or maroon, blue, brown or green upholstery fabric bumpers - safety glass - electric windscreen wiper carburettor air filter - brakes:vacuum servo-brakes wire spoke wheels: in red, brown, black, cream or green Roof: Fixed roof, unless otherwise specified Length over all 13 ft 9 in / 4191 mm - with bumpers 14 ft 3 in / 4343 mm - Width over all 5 ft 8 in / 1727 mm

In model year 1930, the Weymann Saloon with six side windows was also available as the "Braunston" Saloon with a modified body. Front and rear bumpers are standard equipment.
Description 1930 "Standard" - Version Body fabric colour: Black, maroon, brown, blue or green Blue, brown or green Wheels: Black artillery wheels - Roof: Fixed roof " Regal" - version Body fabric colour: Black, maroon, brown, blue or green Upholstery fabric color: Blue, brown or green or Maroon, blue, brown or green furniture cloth Bumpers - Safety glass - Electric windscreen wiper - Carburettor air filter - Brakes: Vacuum servo brakes Wire wheels: in red, brown, black, cream or green - Roof: Fixed roof, unless otherwise specified Length over all 13 ft 9 in / 4191 mm - with bumpers 14 ft 3 in / 4343 mm - Width over all 5 ft 8 in / 1727 mm
Model Year 1931

In the model year 1931 only the Weymann saloon with six side windows is offered, the saloon with four side windows is obviously omitted. The body differs now substantially from the predecessor versions: The doors are now both attached to the B-pillar, the front of the car is completely changed and the spare wheel is now attached to the rear. Two equipment lines are offered: The "Rover" model and the "Regal" model. In addition there is a long extra charge list.
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