Vehicle Description
The Morris Minor was debuted at the Earls Court Motor Show in
London on 20th September 1948. Designed by Alec Issigonis, more
than 1.3 million were manufactured between 1948 and 1971. In 1952,
the Morris Minor was updated with an Austin-designed overhead
valve, A-Series engine, replacing the original side-valve power
plant. Cosmetically the front wings and grill were replaced, and
the head lights moved from the grill to the front wings. In 1952,
in addition to the two and four door saloon and the four seat
convertible, an estate version was introduced, known as the
Traveller, along with the van and pick-up versions. Originally
registered on 3rd September 1960, this Morris Minor custom car was
built by a retired aircraft engineer in the mid 70's. The car is
now fitted with an Austin-Healey Sprite engine and gearbox, the
twin SU carburettors help to make this a lively performer. The
seats are trimmed in leather and the dashboard layout has a
familiar Morris Minor appearance. Front disc brakes are fitted
together with a servo; the removable hood and frame can be stored
in the spacious boot compartment. Supplied with a V5C registration
document, a current MoT test certificate valid until 20th August
2018 (no advisories) and having been recently serviced, she is
ready to go on her next adventure. For sale by auction on Saturday
23 September 2017 with Historics at Brooklands, Brooklands Motor
Racing Circuit, Weybridge, Surrey, Call 01753 639170
