Highlights

• Converted to a convertible saloon in the 1980's
• Benefitted from a respray in the 1990's
• Engine and drivetrain in good condition, with engine rebuilt in the 90's
• Attractive interior and soft top in contrasting colours
• Stored for the last 20 years

The Appeal

The Morris Minor continues to capture the imagination as the definition of the British motor car. Loaded with milieu and character, these simple motors were amongst the most successful cars ever built in Britain, and continue to roam the British network in surprising numbers.

Of course, thanks to their fairly simple characteristics, they've become pretty common fixtures for modification and upgrade too - this particular example was given the soft-top treatment in the 1980s, and has been cherished by the same family since it was first registered. This unusual twist on the classic Minor has been held in storage for some twenty years, and is now ready and waiting for a new lease on life with a new owner.

History and Paperwork

• Registered in 1966
• Owned by the same family since 1992
• Refitted into a convertible saloon during the 80s
• In the 1990s it was resprayed and rebuilt
• Placed into storage circa 2004
• Subject to some new parts in 2016
• Currently indicates 91,390 miles on a five-figure odometer

The Condition

• The car is in fair order, commensurate with its time in storage
• Respray from the 1990's is now showing some age-commensurate wear
• Patina has set in here and there, particularly around the chromework
• Tyres will require a replacement
• Soft top in good order with some cosmetic wear
• Very little welding apart from at the time of the convertible conversion ever carried out
• Underside is carrying some corrosion throughout but remains solid
• Interior presents well with patina to the floors
• Carpets are looking somewhat grubby
• Seats are in good overall order, though we note a hole in the rear seat
• Dashboard in good order with light wear
• Combined instrument dial is clear and legible 

The Mechanics

• 1098cc Morris A-Series engine
• 4-speed manual transmission
• Engine was rebuilt in the 90's and is reportedly in fine fettle
• The vendor informs us that the drivetrain is in good order
• Braking system has been overhauled with new parts, but currently has a leak due to long-term storage
• Car runs very well, sounds beautiful and drives very well except for the mentioned footbrake

BEFORE YOU BUY