Dunalistair (United Kingdom) - AllCarIndex

Dunalistair Cars Ltd was a British automobile manufacturer based in Nottingham, operational for a brief period from 1925 to 1926. The company produced hand-assembled vehicles that, despite their craftsmanship, lacked distinctive features that could have set them apart in a competitive market.

The Dunalistair model was equipped with a 2,120 cc 13.9 hp four-cylinder overhead valve Meadows engine, paired with a four-speed Meadows gearbox. The chassis frame was sourced from Mechins of Glasgow, indicating a connection to Scottish engineering. The bodies of the cars were constructed in Nottingham, and the design included a four-seater tourer configuration. Notably, the vehicle did not feature front-wheel brakes, which was unusual for its size and era.

Due to the late entry into the automotive market and the lack of innovative features, Dunalistair Cars Ltd produced only three or four units before ceasing operations. The company's short lifespan reflected the challenges faced by small manufacturers in the evolving automotive landscape of the 1920s.