1936
Originally this rounded-back two-seater model was known as the Sports 65 and was introduced in 1933. The name Nippy was used from 1934 until the model was discontinued in 1937. The only difference in outward appearance in the Nippy from the Sports 65 was a revised hood and cover; also the side lights were positioned on the front wings. According to figures reproduced at the time it had a maximum speed of 65mph. To cover a standing quarter mile took 27 seconds and the little sports car averaged 40 – 45mpg. So it was nippy enough and some 1936 examples had a more powerful pressure-lubricated engine from the more powerful Speedy model.
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