The exhibition of the Miguel de la Vía Collection starts its journey at the beginning of the automotive history....
The 50s and 60s of the twentieth century, origin of modern aesthetics and mass culture are reflected in a...
In the sixties Rolls-Royce opted for a renewal of the concept of prestige and elegance that prevailed in the...
The post-war recession led to the manufacture of a smaller car suited to the difficult situation but maintained the...
The denomination of “Hall Baronnial” we owe to the English historian and expert writer in Rolls-Royce, John Fasal, who...
1939 Merryweather Fire Engine Pump Escape
The London family business ‘Merryweather & Sons’ dates back to the 17th century as a specialist in fire extinguishing. Suppliers to Her Majesty, they specialised in the manufacture of steam engines for fire-extinguishing carriages and trams, in the 19th century. The model on display, equipped with an exhaust pump, was commissioned by the Sussex District Brigade and has its replica in the Royal Museum at Sandringham.
The fire-extinguishing trucks were active from 1862 until 1968. After its retirement, Loizaga’s unit became a regular participant in the famous annual ‘Commercial Vehicle Run’, which takes place in May between Brighton and London.
