Dimensions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Wheel base<\/td>\n	8ft.-6 in. 10ft.-3in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Track front rear<\/td>\n	4ft.-6in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Overall length<\/td>\n	13ft.or 14ft.-9in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Unladen weight [chassis only]<\/td>\n	1,680lb. or 1,740lb.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Lotus Comparisons <\/strong><\/p>\n There are some reasons to compare and contrast an early Lotus with Squire.<\/p>\n Both were produced by practically minded young men with a determination to create a marque.<\/p>\n Both had strong aesthetic sensitivities. Both by necessity used proprietary engines.<\/p>\n In both instances the cars were capable of dual use.<\/p>\n Both used some of the best coachbuilders of the respective eras.<\/p>\n It has to be noted though much had changed through the Second World War. The Lotus Mk.VI was far more advanced and it was created to be intentionally affordable and a dedicated race series.<\/p>\n Both cars possess extraordinary aesthetic. We have developed this elsewhere for the Mk.VI. Here we invite subscribers to examine both and draw conclusions.<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Figure . Lotus used a proprietary Coventry Climax; 4-cylinder engine, here installed in Lotus Mk.VI<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Figure 8. Editors sketch of Lotus Mk.VI : form and Function<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Figure 9. Editors sketch compare side elevation with Squire; note coachwork in aluminium by Williams and Pritchard [ here drawn as when in ownership of the late owner of Caterham Cars]<\/p>\n Learning Opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n Our learning \/educational opportunities are intended to be challenging thought provoking and requiring additional research and\/or analysis.<\/p>\n These opportunities are particularly designed for a museum\/education centre location where visitors would be able to enjoy access to all the structured resources available in conjunction with any concurrent exhibition.<\/p>\n In this instance we suggest the following might be appropriate:-<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Figure . editors photograph \u2013 M.G.<\/p>\n \n Compare and contrast Squire with other marques of the era<\/li>\n What are the main lessons of Squire?<\/li>\n What aesthetic made the Squire so potent?- see spreadsheet for guidelines<\/li>\n Compare and contrast Squire with Jaguars of the era<\/li>\n How and why was Chapman an early success?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Tool for Squire Aesthetic Analysis<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Forensic Aesthetic analysis of Squire or Lotus Mk.VI or comparison<\/td>\n Measurement<\/td>\n Proportion %<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Front wheel mudguard \/wing radius<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Rear -ditto-<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Tyre diameter<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Front overhang<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Rear overhang<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Inclination of radiator<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Inclination of front wing<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Inclination of windscreen<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Inclination of bonnet opening to body<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Inclination of front door opening<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Height of scuttle<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Height of windscreen<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n What is shape of boot \/inclination<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n What is the diameter of headlamps<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Reenvisage elevation with external spare wheel<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Sketch in driver ergonomics<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Estimate weight distribution<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Ghost in major mechanical components<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Obtain copy of Autocar cut away -relate form \/function<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Estimate fuel consumption -what size petrol tank would be needed<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n What is ground clearance<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Draw Squire to Lotus at same scale overlay -what is revealed<\/td>\n <\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Exhibitions, Education, Economics and Entertainment<\/strong><\/p>\n In the museum context the editors believe that commercial considerations are both necessary and complementary with its educational objectives.<\/p>\n For these reasons our suggested outline Business Plan includes provision for promoting products and services which share Chapman\u2019s ideals of mechanical efficiency and sustainability. In addition we propose merchandising that explain and interprets the social and cultural context of Chapman\u2019s designs in period. It\u2019s suggested there will be catalogue for on line purchasing.<\/p>\n In this instance we suggest the following exhibitions might be appropriate: –<\/p>\n \n A Sporting Squire<\/li>\n A Squire at the Races<\/li>\n Squire: To the Manner Born<\/li>\n Squire :Bloodline<\/li>\n Squire down Country Lanes<\/li>\n Squire: A Nobleman<\/li>\n Squire in the village Square<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n Adrian was from a wealthy family and friends could possibly afford to indulge his dreams and passion.<\/p>\n His ideal was not without foundation or practicality as he opened a garage and dealership as a means to cross subsidise the project. Adrian possibly believed there was a market for those wanting a genuine British product over a Bugatti or Alfa Romeo.<\/p>\n It’s evident that he possessed aesthetic sensibility. We very much doubt the body shape was totally down to the coachbuilders; the rolling chassis immediately determining the overall proportions.<\/p>\n We along with most observers readily accept the great beauty and articulation and classic proportions of his creation.<\/p>\n When Adrian set up, he would have been unable to predict the severe world economic crisis in the making and the outbreak of the Second World War. Perhaps with more time and development [ particularly the engine]; the Squire could have been much more successful; even a competition car.<\/p>\n As it is the extremely limited production has guaranteed iconic status and value on the surviving cars.<\/p>\n We embarked on this article because we saw certain parallels with Colin Chapman and its worth bringing these out.<\/p>\n Although both men worked in two very different eras straddled by a world war, there were aspects of commonality and indeed today there remains lessons to be learnt.<\/p>\n Commonality between Squire and Chapman<\/p>\n \n Young and idealistic<\/li>\n Possessed ideas for ideal sports car<\/li>\n Possessed mechanical skills<\/li>\n Draughtsman-producing their own drawings<\/li>\n Adopted light weight specification-relative to times<\/li>\n Their cars possessed good handling<\/li>\n They employed competent craftsmen\/coachbuilders<\/li>\n Had entrepreneurial ideas to stack up manufacturer<\/li>\n Their sports cars capable of dual use<\/li>\n Used proprietary engines and components<\/li>\n Upgraded these as required<\/li>\n Both could be over ambitious relative to market, costs and times<\/li>\n Both young men died relatively young and had more to give<\/li>\n Have left a legacy of extremely beautiful cars now highly collectable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Chapman was perhaps the harder and more ruthless business man [but these qualities often needed to survive and develop.]<\/p>\n He was possibly also more the polymath but Squire died young might have gone on to greater things in the post war era.<\/p>\n Both men and their business were subject to risk and the vagaries of world events beyond their control. We ought to be grateful for their dreams and idealism.<\/p>\n Reference<\/strong><\/p>\n A-Z of Cars of the 1970\u2019s.Robson.Bayview.1990.<\/p>\n ISBN: 1870979117<\/p>\n A-Z of Cars 1945-1970.Sedgwick & Gillies.Bayview.1986.<\/p>\n ISBN: 1870979095<\/p>\n Racing Cars of the world. Roberts.Longacre.1962.<\/p>\n The Racing car.Jenkinson.Batsford.1962.<\/p>\n The World\u2019s Racing Cars.Armstrong.Macdonald.1959.<\/p>\n British sports cars.Watkins.Batsford.1974<\/p>\n ISBN: 0713404728<\/p>\n The Sports Car.Boddy.Batsford.1963.<\/p>\n European Sports &GT Cars.Robson.Foulis.1981.<\/p>\n ISBN: 085429281<\/p>\n Encyclopedia of the Worlds Classic Cars.Robson.Tiger.1989.<\/p>\n ISBN.1855010224<\/p>\n The 11\/2-litre Squire.Profile Publication.no 64.Wood.<\/p>\n Please note the editors of the A&R attempt to give the broadest spectrum of references but not all are available for consultation in an article. However by noting their existence it may assist students in their research.<\/em><\/p>\n *Items in italics non A&R library books.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Squire Introduction This article was result of the editor and his son visiting The Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre .[see dedicated A&R review] Within the museum we came across the Kennedy Squire. This prompted us to examine the life and contribution of Adrain Squire and the marque he created. Immediately we noted some comparisons with Chapman. 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