a road test of the family saloon by "the times" motoring correspondent published at the end of june 1931 noted that the seating for five passengers is comfortable and there is a wide view right round. the forward side windows can be wound right down but the large rear windows only as much as a third of the way. the opening windscreen is safety glass with one electric wiper and a reflecting mirror is provided. there are no ashtrays and there were slight squeaks in the body. a stoplight is fitted and a luggage grid. a spare artillery wheel and tyre are fitted in a well on the front wing. the always smooth and quiet engine pushed the car to a highest speed of about after easily running up to . the brakes were very effective except when backing the car. steering — light and steady.