The FC (101) took over the Victor reins from the FB in 1964 ... And they’re still cheap on the classic market, and as a second-classic or tow-bar equipped caravan hauler the 2279cc inclined inline ...

With translatlantic styling and a bullet-proof engine, the original Victor seemed like a recipe for success in the 1950s. It sold well, too... but you’ll have to hunt hard to find one now Slip behind ...

As for FD 1600, but higher trim level and a bigger version of the ohc engine (giving 104bhp), plus servo front discs and higher axle ratio. Automatic (B-W to í69) optional. Badged as 2000SL from 1970 ...

Dreadful, gaudy '55 Chevrolet-shape on 13ins wheels with dog's leg screen, wrap-around rear window, and flutes banished to the body sides. Bonuses are a hydraulically-actuated clutch and synchro on ...