Gwynne (United Kingdom) - AllCarIndex

Gwynne Engineering Co. Ltd was established in 1849 in Chiswick, London, initially gaining recognition for its centrifugal fire pumps. The company diversified during World War I by producing Clerget rotary aero engines, modified by W.O. Bentley, and various machine tools. Gwynne entered the automotive industry by manufacturing engines for the Albert car, which led to the acquisition of the Albert brand in March 1920, with production subsequently moved to their Chiswick facilities.

In 1922, Gwynne introduced the 14hp Gwynne-Albert, an enlarged version of the original Albert model. Concurrently, the company began producing its own vehicles under the Gwynne name, inspired by the Spanish Victoria (iv) designed by Arturo Elizalde. The flagship model, the Gwynne Eight, featured an 850cc overhead valve four-cylinder engine that delivered 24 bhp, providing a spirited driving experience. The Gwynne Eight was available in various body styles, primarily as 2+2-seater chummies or 4-seater tourers, with a few saloons and a pointed tail sports model capable of reaching speeds of 60 mph (97 km/h). Approximately 2,250 units were produced by 1928, with the majority manufactured before 1923, after which production significantly declined.

In 1927, Gwynne expanded its lineup with the introduction of the 1247cc Ten model, which featured an extended wheelbase of 15 inches (457 mm), making it more suitable for 4-seater bodies in both open and closed configurations. Between 1927 and 1929, around 600 units of the Gwynne Ten were produced. The company ceased operations in 1929, marking the end of its brief but notable presence in the automotive industry.