Standard
Pennant and 10 in everyday use in India
Karl keeps his
Pennant in immaculate condition!
Dear Phil,
How are you doing? I am Karl Bhote from Pune, India, (about 150kms
from Bombay) and have been following your great site right from the
start. I am fortunate to own a 1960 Standard Pennant that used to
belong to my aunt right from new. The car has covered 135,000 miles
to date, with no problems whatsoever. IT IS AN UNRESTORED CAR. I
have been using her daily for the last 3 years, and its been a joy
to use. Attached are pics of the car (BYH 5123 is the original
registration for what was then called the Bombay Presidency). The
car even has the original upholstery, with thicker cushioned covers
fitted over it when new itself. The only things missing on the car
were the original front sidelights, and interior light. I have since
fitted the sidelights, still hunting for an interior light lens. I
have fitted later herald hubcaps, that is the only change.
These are Karl's
shots of his Pennant, you can click on any of them to see a larger
version:
The car still has the original manuals, keys, tools, the works! Note
the period accessory sunvisor. Every single reciept is preserved
right from day one. In fact, the Standard Motors dealer here in Pune,
Joshi Garage, still has his shop in the same premises (the building
came down last year and was replaced), though he now sells cycles!
The gentleman, Mr. A Joshi, is extremely well versed with standard
cars, and knows every part number by heart! He had a large stock of
spares for the 8, 10 , pennant, which i have since purchased.
Interestingly, in India, the pennant was still badged the 10, with
the same bonnet and boot badges. I am attaching pictures of the
earlier 10 as well, also a nice one owner unrestored car, owned by
Dr. Rao, albeit needing minor attention.
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Here are
Karl's shots of Dr. Rao's Standard 10. You can click on any
of the thumbprints to see a larger version |
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Much more to follow on Indian cars. Keep up the good work!
Cheers!
Regards,
Karl Bhote.
Karl, its good to see these cars
giving good service in India. I will feature more of the photos that you have
sent me shortly.
Kind regards,
Phil Homer
Webmaster
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