Evening Star Newspaper, April 28, 1929, Page 63

and Comfort to the Medium The VIKING, an entirely new car—a product of General Motors, by Olds- mobile—brings to the medium-price field the definite advantagesof ninety- degree, V-type, eight-cylinder design. Never before has any medium-priced car offered more completely balanced performance—more brilliant styling —more luxurious comfort. Never has there been a more significant event in automotive history than the intro- duction of the new Viking eight. Viking performance is the result of £ 3 the ninety-degree, V-type principle — characteristic of high-priced cars—brought to alnew high stage of develop- ment by the introduction of new engineering advance- ° ments based on well-established time-proven funda- mentals. This new engine delivers 81 horsepower, with exceptional smoothness throughout its entire speed range. Its response to the throttle is remarkable in all gears. Its top speed is more than ample for any need. And it provides a mighty power reserve for steep hills, long grades, and hard pulling. An engineering feature that makes possible many of the new advancements of the Viking is the design and construction of the cylinder block and crankcase. This results in greater rigidity, easier accessibility, a new and highly efficient valve arrangement, and advanced cooling and lubrication. ‘The Viking engine embodies distinctly new and desirab| of engineering design le pri les THE SUNDAY STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C, APRIL 28, 1929—PART 4. THE NEW IKING Ninety Degree TRODUCES New Qualities of Performance - New Tailored Smartness -~ New Luxury V-type - Price Feld -- The natural compactness of the Viking en- gine...the rib- bing and truss- ingof thecrank- case—theshort, rigid crank- shaft, which is counter- weighted for maximum bal- ance —large, v -oversize bear- ings—and special shock-apsorbing rubber engine mount- ings . . . assures smoothness, quietness, and long life. Another important advancement in automotive engineer- ing practice is the new Viking horizontal valve arrange- ment, which combines fuel efficiency with quietness, simplicity, and rigidity. The Viking engine is more accessible than the conventional automobile engine. For example, the valve mechanism may be easily reached by lifting the two horizontal cover plates located on top of the engine. Fuel distribution is based on the down-draft principle. A new type of manifolding takes the incoming fuel vapor always downward, after it leaves the carburetor—an exactly equal distance to each of the eight cylinders. In the new Viking lubricating system, all main, connecting rod, camshaft, and rocker arm bearings are pressure- lubricated—as are the piston pins—through rifle-drilled connecting rods. Oil dilution is prevented by crankcase ventilation. Injurious foreign matter is removed by th- new Viking precipitating-trap system of oil cleaning. Cooling is also exceptionally efficient. Equal manifold dis tribution of the water in the twin blocks, with graduated outlets direct to points of greatest heat, assures uniform, efficient cooling of the entire engine.. Cylinder walls, valves, valve stem guides, and combustion chambers are water-jacketed. There is an engine temperature gauge on the dash, and thermostatically-controlled radiator shutters are standard equipment. And the great Viking ninety-degree, V-type, eight-cylinde: engine is mounted in a great chassis—that is truly note- worthy for itsengineeringsimplicity, strength, and balance. The strong, rigid frame is built of heavy-gauge steel rein- forced by five stoutly gusseted cross-mem- bers. It tapers to the front to permit ashort turning radius and is low-swung to provide a low center of gravity and roadability. The wheelbase of the new Viking is 125 inches. It is equipped with oversize me- chanical four-wheel brakes of the new two- shoe internal-expanding type. Four Lovejoy hydraulic shock absorbers, synchronized with the spring action, assure restful riding comfort. 115905 f. 0.b. factory, Lansing, Mich. Spare Tire and Bumpers Extra Evght The bodies of the new Viking are the smartest, latest style creations of Fisherartist-engineers. Indesigningthe Viking, they sought distinction along the most difficult pathe the achievement of beauty and grace through simplicity. The result justifies their diligence, for the new Viking takes its place among the smartest of cars, regardless of price. In keeping with their beauty, the Viking bodies are luxuri. ously furnished. There is plenty of head room and leg room. Seats are deepcushioned, and incline at just the right angle to provide arm-chair comfort. Upholsteries and appointments are rich in quality and tasteful in design. For the driver’s comfort and convenience, both steering wheel and front seat are adjustable, making the driving position a matter of individual ¢hoice. Allcontrolsare easy to reach and to operate. Dash instruments are grouped under glass on a handecme, directly or indirectly lighted panel. Because it provides, at a medium price, qualities of advanced design, beauty, luxury, performance, and stamina hereto. fore found in costly cars, the Viking is a value leader. The newViking is now on display. Come and see it. Inspect it closely. Take it for a trial drive. Compare it critically with other cars. You can come to only one conclusion ~that the new Viking offers a combination of appearance, performance, and value un- by any other car. OLDS MOTOR WORKS, LANSING, MICHIGAN “NOW ON DISPLAY- Mt. Pleasant Motor Co. 2424 18th Street N.W. Telephone Columbia 3633 North-East Oldsmobile Sales & Service 64 H Street N.E. Telephone National 2335 Murphy Motor Co. 266 Carroll St., Takoma Park, D. C. ¢ Telephone Georgia 3782 Wisconsin Motor Co. 726 17th Street N.W. Telephone Franklin 1695 Oldsmobile-Washington Co. 1515 14th Street N.W. Telephone Decatur 5516 Pohanka Service 1126 20th Street. N.W. ° Telephone DecatuT 206 Olds Motor Works, Factory Wholesale Branch, 1515 14th St. N.W. Chevy Chase Motors 6701 Wisc. Ave., Chevy Chase, Md. Telephone Wisconsin 2670 ™ p ES "