Vehicle Description
Straight 8Won Senior First Prize in National CCCA Honors Won First
Place in the Primary Division at the 2001 and 2003 Spring Grand
Classic at Classic Car Club of America in Scottsdale, AZ. Placed in
Hemmings Motor News 2003 British CalendarCCCA Recognized the Car as
a Full Classic Automobile Extremely Rare Coach built Vehicle on an
8 Cylinder Hudson Chassis Wood-Trimmed InteriorVery Well Documented
with Photos and Records This Railton Stratton looks quite formal
and distinctively British. Polished Jet-Black body panels
fabricated by Coachcraft have a hint of athleticism to them,
especially the curvaceous fenders. You'll note that even the
smallest details on the exterior are executed to perfection, like
the piano hinge holding the engine cowling in place and the
polished alloy moldings bordering the black vinyl roof. Among the
unique features is an integrated trunk with a split lid. Underneath
all the exterior aesthetics is a lightweight yet rigid chassis. It
was Railton who fine-tuned the chassis for driving on British
roads. Among the items he used are Andre Telecontrol shocks, which
helped balance handling with comfort. This particular Railton
Stratton has been fully restored and boasts a CCCA Senior Award,
which is a truly enviable accomplishment. Instead of getting an
engine from the domestic market, Railton sourced the 8-cylinder
engine from the Hudson Terraplane. That meant more power for
thrilling and surprisingly smooth acceleration. As part of the
restoration, the engine was completely rebuilt and has been painted
red with black on various components in the engine compartment. In
true British automotive fashion, the tan leather interior is
sophisticated and comfortable, with an impeccable fit and finish.
Chocolate brown piping and carpeting add unexpected yet very
pleasing contrast, while a tan broadcloth and leather headliner
adds even more elegance. Rich wood on the doors, window surrounds,
dash, and more provide additional warmth. A large sunroof adds a
free feeling to the space. A rare and highly collectible treat,
this 1937 Railton Stratton Saloon is a tremendous addition to any
garage.
