The "Schneider Trophy" Of The Race Track 1931

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Full title reads: "Brooklands. The 'Schneider Trophy' of the Race Track. Over 40 cars from 'Baby' Austins to might Bentleys, provide orgy of speed in 500-mile race - run all out."

Brooklands, Surrey.

Small cars (possibly 'Baby' Austins) race away from starting line. Various shots of...

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Cataloguer:
Mark
Stock:
Black & White
Sound:
Mute
Media URN:
12731
Sort Number:
31/080
Time in/Out:
01:15:16:00 / 01:16:27:00
Canister:
31/80
Film ID:
869.12
Issue Date:
05/10/1931

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  • The BRDC 500-Mile Race on 3rd October 1931.

    The winners were Jack Dunfee and Cyril Paul in a Speed Six 6½-litre Bentley.

    roycousins 19th Dec 2012
  • The BRDC 500-Mile Race on 3rd October 1931.

    The winners were Jack Dunfee and Cyril Paul in a Speed Six 6½-litre Bentley.

    roycousins 19th Dec 2012

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