Felixstowe History Past and Present
red plate reads
California Horseless Carriage 7165
The incomparable Meddrschmitt KR 200
87 miles to the gallon
top speed 72mph
To reverse stop engine and restart in the reverse direction
The Annual Ipswich to Felixstowe Historic Vehicle run took place 7 May 2006 and the vehicles stretched from one end of Felixstowe promenade to the other. Felixstowe is of course the sun trap of the East Coast where it only rains when it is wet but some of the vehicles brought a little drizzle from Ipswich. This did not hinder the enjoyment of the crowds and awnings and picnics were soon put up and picnic lunches were soon being enjoyed amongst the vehicles.
The question is will there be a run next year? This will depend one whether Felixstowe still has a promenade if it survives another unprotected winter.
1926 Rolls Royce 20hp D back saloon
One of only 3 made by Thrupp and Maberly
in 1926 Also starred in the horror film
The abominable Dr Phipes
starring Vincent Price
Featured in the film
Saving Private Ryan
Buick Super eight Reg 1940 4.2 Litres
A glass of wine in the hot sunshine
spot the the rescue craft in the background
Ipswich -
spotless twin carb engine