How many bullet holes were found in the 1951 Rolls Royce?

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The 1951 Rolls Royce sustained 35 bullet holes.

The silver Rolls Royce, a 1951 model imported from England, was the vehicle in which Sir Henry Gurney, the former British High Commissioner of Malaya, was travelling when his motorcade was ambushed on October 5, 1951. Terrorists targeted the car during the attack, resulting in a total of 35 bullet holes being found in the vehicle. Following the incident, these bullet holes were repaired.
Vehicle's Subsequent Use

After the repairs, the 1951 Rolls Royce continued to serve a significant role, being used as a state car. It was notably utilized by the late Raja Tun Uda, who served as the First Governor of Penang from September 1, 1957. This demonstrates the vehicle's continued importance and utility even after the traumatic event.
Retirement and Display Plans

The Rolls Royce was eventually retired from official use in 1967, when the state government transitioned to a Cadillac Fleetwood 75 as the governor's official car. Now, this historic 1951 Rolls Royce, along with the Cadillac Fleetwood 75, is slated for permanent display. Both vehicles will be featured at the state's new automotive gallery, which is scheduled to open to the public in the first quarter of next year.
Refurbishment for Exhibition

Prior to its public display, the 1951 Rolls Royce is undergoing refurbishment. This process aims to ensure the vehicle is presented in optimal condition at the new automotive gallery. The gallery itself is a new RM6.1 million facility, with construction recently completed and a handover from the Public Works Department to the state museum board having taken place.

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