Cores

We supply an extensive range of original-pattern radiator cores, including copper film/ribbon cores, tube and cartridge cores, gilled tube types, and specialised aircraft cores. All are manufactured to original specifications to ensure authenticity, performance, and compatibility with vintage and specialist applications.

All our cores can be made to any size or shape, also curved, Vee’d, or tapered to suit your requirement or match that of the original radiator
A Type Core Pattern
Film/Ribbon
Thickness Availability in mm:
50 – 60 – 65 – 70 – 75 – 80 – 85 – 95 – 100 – 120 – 127

As originally fitted in:
Armstrong Siddeley, Austin 7, Alvis 12/60, Crossley, Jaguar, Riley and Rover etc.
Auburn
Film/Ribbon
Thickness Availability in mm:
50 – 60 – 70 – 75 – 80 – 85 – 90 – 100

As originally fitted in:
Cadillac, Pierce Arrow, Buick, Packard, Auburn 33 etc
Cellular Film
Film/Ribbon
Thickness Availability in mm:
50 – 55 – 60 – 65 – 70 – 75 – 80 – 85 – 90 – 95 – 100 – 110 – 120

As originally fitted in:
Alvis, Bedford, Derby Bentley, Jaguar, Bentley
Continental, Rolls Royce Wraith/ Dawn etc.
Fiat Pattern
Film/Ribbon
Thickness Availability in mm:
50 – 65 – 70 – 75 – 85 – 90 – 100 – 110 - 125

As originally fitted in:
Fiats
Gallay Pattern
Film/Ribbon
Gallay Pattern, with and without interleaf:

Interleaf provides 15% extra cooling.

Thickness Availability in mm:
60 – 65 – 70 – 75 – 80 – 85 - 90 – 95 - 100

As originally fitted in:
Aston Martin, WO Bentleys, Issotta Frascini, Lancia, Delage, Fraser Nash, Talbot etc.
Hexagon Film
Film/Ribbon
Thickness Availability in mm:
50 – 55 - 60 – 65 – 70 – 75 – 80 – 85 – 90 - 95 – 100 – 110 - 120

As originally fitted in:
Alvis, Armstrong Siddeley, Austin 7 Chummy, Cadillac, Clyno, Derby Bentley, Invicta, MG, Morris, Sunbeam etc.
Moreux
Film/Ribbon
Thickness Availability in mm:
60 – 70 – 75 – 80 – 85 – 90 -100 – 110 – 120 – 127 – 140

As originally fitted in:
Bugatti, Hispano Suiza, Delage etc.
Oryx Big Pattern
Film/Ribbon
Oryx Big Pattern with Interleaf:

Thickness Availability in mm:
100

As originally fitted in:
Mercedes
Oryx Small Pattern
Film/Ribbon
Thickness Availability in mm:
40 – 50 - 75

As originally fitted in:
Mercedes
Sine Wave
Film/Ribbon
Thickness Availability in mm:
100 - 127

As originally fitted in:
Rolls Royce Ghosts, AC etc.
6mm Square Tube Vertically Wire Spaced
Tube/Cartridge
Also available Wired both ways:

Thickness availability:
These cores are available from 50mm to 300mm in thickness.

As originally fitted in:
Alfa Romeo, Simplex, Mercedes, Hispano Suiza
7-8mm Hexagon Flared Tube
Tube/Cartridge
Also available in 6-7mm:

Thickness availability:
These cores are available from 65mm.

As originally fitted in:
Aston Martin, Bugatti, Sunbeam, Rolls Royce etc.
5mm Square Tube Vertically Wire Spaced
Tube/Cartridge
Thickness availability:
These cores are available from 65mm.

As originally fitted in:
Mercedes, Alfa Romeo etc.
6-7mm Hexagon Flared Tube
Tube/Cartridge
Thickness availability:
These cores are available from 50mm.

As originally fitted in:
Bugatti, Sunbeam, RR etc.
7-8mm Round Flared Tube
Tube/Cartridge
Thickness availability:
These cores are available from 50mm.

As originally fitted in:
Alvis, Bugatti, Napier, Rolls Royce, Talbot, Vauxhall etc.
7-8mm Round Flared Tube Stacked Sideways
Tube/Cartridge
Also available in 6-7mm:

Thickness availability:
These cores are available from 50mm.

As originally fitted in:
Alvis, Bugatti etc.
7mm Square Flared & Wire Spaced diamond
Tube/Cartridge
7mm Square Flared Diamond
Tube/Cartridge
By special order. Please contact us for further information.
7mm Square Flared Regular
Tube/Cartridge
Used as a replacement for square film:

Thickness availability:
These cores are available from 65mm.

As originally fitted in:
Pierce Arrow, Buick etc.
7mm Square Flared Staggered
Tube/Cartridge
By special order. Please contact us for further information.
Round Crinkled Gilled Tube
Tube/Cartridge
Please call or email us to discuss your exact requirements.
Square Crinkled Gilled Tube
Tube/Cartridge
Please call or email us to discuss your exact requirements.
Port Side Outer Core
Aircraft Core
Please call or email us to discuss your exact requirements.
Profiled & Pre-Profiling
Aircraft Core
Please call or email us to discuss your exact requirements.

From full restorations to brand-new builds, contact us today to discuss your radiator requirements.

Our Company
Specialists in vintage radiator restoration and manufacturing, we combine traditional craftsmanship with original materials to deliver authentic, high-quality results. Trusted by enthusiasts worldwide.
Contact Information
Vintage Car Radiator Company Ltd
Barnstones Business Park
Grimscote Road
Litchborough
Towcester
Northants
NN12 8JJ

VAT No: 705 167 254
Company Registration No: 4167226
Get in Touch
Whether you need a full restoration, a new build, or just some expert advice—get in touch and let’s discuss how we can help with your radiator project.

01869 240001
sales@vintagecarradiatorcompany.co.uk