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Landscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection

From the iconic Vauxhall Motor-Car to the Millionth Ford, the landscape of vehicle saloons has evolved over time

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Vauxhall Motor-Car

Vauxhall Motor-Car
24th August 1931: A Vauxhall (1932 model) parked in a London street. (Photo by Sasha/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Millionth Ford

Millionth Ford
1st August 1946: A Ford Prefect saloon car on view at the Dorchester Hotel, where the Minister of Supply offered congratulations to the Ford Motor Company on producing one million vehicles in less

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: American Vauxhall Cresta at the Paris Motor Show

American Vauxhall Cresta at the Paris Motor Show
22nd October 1956: An American Vauxhall Cresta at the Paris Motor Show. Original Publication: Picture Post - 8714 - Cars For 1957 - pub. 1956 (Photo by Thurston Hopkins/Picture Post/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Saving Petrol

Saving Petrol
circa 1940: An Austin Therm balloon car. The bag on the roof is full of coal gas used to fuel the saloon car thus saving petrol during World War II

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Standard Vanguard

Standard Vanguard
22nd October 1955: The new Standard Vanguard III on display. Original Publication: Picture Post - 8111 - Coventry - Rootes Car - unpub. (Photo by Picture Post/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: British Topical Press Agency (1903 - 1957)

British Topical Press Agency (1903 - 1957)
Fine Art Storehouse Vintage Photo Gallery: Press Photography: British Topical Press Agency (1903 - 1957)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Austin 16

Austin 16
circa 1928: The Austin 16 at the Motor Show. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Suffragettes Campaign

Suffragettes Campaign
Members of the Womans Freedom League canvassing in Chelmsford during the election campaign. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Cars In Enclosure

Cars In Enclosure
1st June 1912: Motor cars arranged in the new enclosure for the first time, at Ascot. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Sunbeam

Sunbeam
24th August 1931: A 1932 Sunbeam from the Sunbeam Motor Company of Princes Street, London. (Photo by Sasha/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Hudson Coupe

Hudson Coupe
24th August 1931: A brand new V8 Hudson coupe with a 119-inch chassis. (Photo by Sasha/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Austin Six

Austin Six
24th August 1931: Austin 12-6 saloon. (Photo by Sasha/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Standard Saloon

Standard Saloon
24th August 1931: A standard Big Nine coachbuilt saloon (1932 model) parked in front of town houses in Montagu Square, London. (Photo by Sasha/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Ford Saloon

Ford Saloon
24th August 1931: A 3-window Ford saloon (1931 model) fitted with a 14.9 engine. (Photo by Sasha/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Going To The Derby

Going To The Derby
June 1911: Crowds of people going to the Derby. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Run To Safety

Run To Safety
October 1917: People running for cover during a gun battle on Nevsky Prospect, Petrograd (now St Petersburg), during the Russian Revolution. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Triumph Super Seven

Triumph Super Seven
circa 1927: The Triumph Super Seven Saloon, with fabric covers, on show at Olympia Motor Show, London. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: New York Car Park

New York Car Park
circa 1935: A group of cars parked outside of Pennsylvania Railroad Station, New York City. (Photo by Edwin Levick/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Peoples Car

Peoples Car
19th September 1953: A row of Standard Cars waiting to be sent to retailers. A four door saloon costing ?481 it does 50 miles to the gallon and is the cheapest car in Britain

Background imageLandscape Vehicle Car Saloon Collection: Speedster

Speedster
30th September 1959: The Ford Anglia a two door saloon with a 997cc engine and capable of a top speed of 75mph. Selling at


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From the iconic Vauxhall Motor-Car to the Millionth Ford, the landscape of vehicle saloons has evolved over time. The American Vauxhall Cresta made a grand appearance at the prestigious Paris Motor Show, captivating car enthusiasts with its sleek design and cutting-edge features. As petrol conservation became a priority, manufacturers like Standard Vanguard introduced innovative technologies aimed at saving precious fuel resources. The British Topical Press Agency (1903 - 1957) documented these remarkable advancements in automotive engineering, capturing moments that defined an era. One such moment was the introduction of the Austin 16, which not only revolutionized driving experiences but also coincided with suffragettes' campaigns for gender equality. Cars in enclosure settings became a common sight as society embraced automobile culture. The Sunbeam and Hudson Coupe were among those admired for their elegance and performance on both urban streets and open roads. Meanwhile, the Austin Six stood out as a symbol of luxury and sophistication. Through decades of progress and innovation, landscape vehicle saloons have become more than just modes of transportation; they represent our evolving aspirations for mobility and style.