Description
"The Morris Oxford MO was produced by Morris Motors from 1948 until 1954 and was one of Britain's first post-war family saloons. Featuring distinctive rounded styling influenced by American automotive design and renowned for its dependable side-valve engine and comfortable ride, the Oxford became a familiar sight on Britain's roads and remains a cherished classic today."
Milestone Classics are delighted to offer for sale this beautifully restored Morris Oxford MO, affectionately known as "Madge". We always enjoy having a selection of quality 1950s saloons available for our customers, and this exceptional example is exactly the sort of honest, characterful classic that deserves a place in any collection.
Registered to just four owners from new, Madge began her life in Scotland where she was purchased by her first owner, a local jeweller, who cherished the car for over thirty years. Following his passing, the Oxford was sold by his executor to its second owner in 1995 before spending more than two decades carefully stored off the road. In 2015, the third owner purchased the Morris, inspired by fond childhood memories of his father owning an identical model, and embarked upon a sympathetic restoration that has resulted in the wonderful example we see today.
The restoration was entrusted to Chic Doig Classic Sportscars Ltd of Fife and represented an investment of approximately £14, 000. Beginning in 2015, the work included replacing the sills and floor pans, repairing corrosion in the doors and wings where required, and carrying out a bare metal repaint in its original and elegant Tweed Grey finish. Mechanically, the car was carefully recommissioned with components replaced or refurbished as necessary to ensure dependable performance. Inside, new carpets and door cards were fitted while the remainder of the wonderfully original interior was preserved, allowing the Morris to retain its authentic 1950s charm and unmistakable period character. Open the door and you are instantly transported back to a different era, complete with the unique aroma and ambience that only a genuinely original classic can offer.
Out on the road, Madge is every bit as enjoyable as she is attractive. The engine runs smoothly, the column-mounted gear change is light and easy to operate, and the car cruises comfortably with modern traffic, making it equally suited to relaxed weekend drives, classic touring holidays, visits to the Goodwood Revival or simply an enjoyable trip to the local pub on a sunny afternoon.
The Morris proudly retains its original Fife registration number and is accompanied by an excellent history file that reflects the care and attention bestowed upon it throughout the years. Included are the original owner's handbook, a rare Morris Oxford MO workshop manual, numerous MOT certificates, restoration invoices and supporting paperwork documenting the extensive work carried out. Together they provide a reassuring record of the attention this car has received throughout the stewardship of its four devoted owners.
With fewer than 100 Morris Oxford MOs believed to remain on the road today, opportunities to acquire examples of this quality are increasingly rare. Combining a sympathetic restoration, charming originality, extensive history and delightful driving manners, Madge represents everything enthusiasts look for in a post-war British saloon. Milestone Classics are delighted to present this exceptional Morris Oxford MO and are confident it will provide its next custodian with many years of enjoyable classic motoring.
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