Without the engine running, the power steering did not work.
Cars built from this period also come with Power steering as standard.
The test car, which had the optional power steering, cost £6305 including taxes of £1803.
To save in weight and to guarantee best feel the car has no power steering.
Power steering is a must - parking can be heavy going without it.
The new electric power steering is also much more responsive.
And the power steering feels like nothing so much as an early-60's Cadillac.
From the autumn of 1955 they could also be ordered with power steering.
The power steering has just the right amount of stiffness, and the car is easy to drive.
Equipment looks good with central locking and power steering included.