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Road impressions of the 1957 Vauxhall "Velox'' series 5EP

   the garage and motor trader

The new Vauxhall Velox for 1957 gave a very impressive performance during this months road test over a distance of 250 miles of city and country running. The vehicle used was  kindly loaned by the Brisbane metropolitan distributors, Motors Pty. Ltd.

Over a course to maroochydore via Dayborough, woodford, maleney, and Montville, and return via the Bruce Highway, the new Velox confirmed its claims to comfort combined with flexibility.  It was particularly easy to handle in every way - it cornered well, and ironed out corrugations without discomfort.

The 1957 Velox has been restyled for appearance, and  its higher compression  engine with a new type carburetor, undoubtedly gives increased efficiency with greater economy.

The well known 6 cylinder o.h.v. "Square" engine of 2.262 cubic inch capacity has been retained, but  has been given improved performance  and acceleration by an increase in compression ratio to 6.8 to 1.  Although no attempt was made to test high speed performance due to the newness of the vehicle being tested there can be no doubt that the Velox would cruise at 65 - 70 m.p.h., with no effort, whilst readability left nothing to be desired. The steering was delightfully light, and answered readily to the touch, and when required the braking system operated smoothly and efficiently.  On the score of performance, it is indicated by smart acceleration that for those who like a turn of speed, the Velox can "turn it on" at will.

Perhaps the most amazing thing about the Velox's performance is its ability to hold low speeds in top gear without laboring, both when climbing and during level running.

New styling with a handsome new front end, makes it the best looking Vauxhall yet.  The rear end has also been improved by a new single units for tail and stop lamps, reflectors and blinking turn indicators.

The new smart interior offers many improvements for added comfort and safety.  A two speed electric wiper, replaces the previous mechanical type, gives better visibility in heavy .rain.  The front door operates  automatic switches for the interior roof light.  The instrument panel has two new outstanding features - a quickly read disc type speedometer instead of the former needle pattern unit, and an electric thermometer instead of the previous capillary tube instrument.

No attempt was made to check petrol consumption during the test , but according to the  manufacturers the vehicle will average 30 m.p.g.