Alvis: The Complete Story

Formed in 1919, Alvis was at the forefront of British car design in the 1920s and 1930s. This book describes the evolution of Alvis from is formation through to its eventual takeover by Rover. The essential reference for all Alvis owners and enthusiasts. This book tells the story of Alvis and its cars, aero engines and military vehicles. Starting with the formation of the company in 1919, it traces the company's products through the 1920s and 1930s, and through its wartime exploits to its eventual takeover by Rover. The book covers: the early four-cyclinder cars; the amazing six-cylinder cars; early ventures into armoured car and aero engine production and the post WWII four- and six-cylinder cars. Traces the Alivis company's products through the 1920s and 1930s. Matthew Vale is a well known automotive writer and this book provides a unique perspective on the products of a great British company. Covers Alvis' wartime exploits to its eventual takeover by Rover.