Highlights
- Extensive history file going back approximately 40 years
- Full Newton Commercial interior with upgraded seats
- Front disc brake and telescopic suspension upgrades
- Front and rear seatbelts installed
The Appeal
The Morris Minor 1000 Convertible is perhaps one of the most interesting of the UK's near-synonymous classic, combining charming aesthetics with practical usability in an open-top package. There's a real character to these chop-top Minors that continues to endear them to enthusiasts well over fifty years later.
This 1966 example represents the later and more refined iteration of the model, benefiting from the larger 1,098cc engine and improved appointments that prepared the Minor for a new innovation - the Motorway.
This 1966 example represents the later and more refined iteration of the model, benefiting from the larger 1,098cc engine and improved appointments that prepared the Minor for a new innovation - the Motorway.
This particular Morris Minor stands out for its impressive history file spanning four decades, suggesting a vehicle that has been well maintained throughout its life. The past few years have seen an impressive range of updates, upgrades and restorations, including front disc brakes, telescopic suspension, and a full Newton Commercial interior - widely regarded as the premium option for Morris Minor trim.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1966
- The DVLA records 7 previous keepers
- Purchased via Car & Classic auction in 2024
- Extensive history file going back approximately 40 years
- Currently indicates 97,827 miles on a five-figure odometer
- The vendor reports this is the original mileage with a new engine installed at 36,000 miles
- Accompanied by many invoices, including service records
- MOT exempt
The Condition
- Bodywork presents well with a white livery
- Paintwork looks in very good order with light signs of wear
- Subject to multiple new parts in a comprehensive rebuilt and respray
- Nicely presented wheels with red contrast branding
- Underside is in good order with areas of repair
- Red contrast soft top
- All-new Newton Commercials interior
- New red seats, carpets, door cards, hood, and hood glove
- Carpets could do with a vacuum but appear in good order
The Mechanics
- 1,098cc A-Series I4 engine
- 4-speed Manual transmission
- Engine is in good order
- Front disc brakes (Ford)
- Telescopic suspension conversion
- Handbrake ratchet currently has issues but will be fixed before sale
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