This is Barry Paine’s 1960 Gazelle Series llla Convertible, pictured on display at Powderham Castle. Following its purchase in 2011, and the subsequent eradication of some electrical gremlins, this attractive vehicle has proved an extremely capable performer. It has a 1494cc overhead valve push-rod engine, fitted with twin Solex carburettors and Lucas electrical equipment.
On the right is a picture of Barry with his car taken during a visit to George Singer’s grave in the London Road cemetery, Coventry.