1956 Bristol (Blmc) 405 | Matlock, Derbyshire

A 1956 Bristol 405, from the car division of the Bristol aeroplane company. The model was built to carry four people quickly and comfortably over long distances, using a 2.0-litre six-cylinder engine rated at 105 bhp. Large lockers sit in its front wings behind external lids, a Bristol feature this model introduced. This car is red outside and in, so one colour runs from the bodywork to the seats and gives a camera a bold, uninterrupted subject. Its condition is good. It seats four, which leaves room for a driver and passengers to share a scene. A 1956 car sits naturally in 1950s-set film and TV and in period advertising. Red on red works for music video, fashion and editorial photography, where colour carries the frame, and the 405's long-distance saloon proportions suit events and arrivals. Weddings and personal occasions are well served too, with a formal, comfortable car for the day.