Highlights
- Later 1,098cc engine
- Previously restored
- Still in great condition throughout
The Appeal
A once-ubiquitous sight on British roads, the Morris Minor has become something of an icon in the world of classic motoring. And the commercial variants are particularly desirable today for their retro styling and versatility. Parts availability for the Morris Minor is second to none, and they are easy to work on and maintain.
This pick-up is a great example, finished in Clipper Blue and retaining its removable vinyl sign-writing. A few period extras such as the sun visor and headlamp cowls add to its charm and the matching blue interior looks eminently useable. It reportedly received a new chassis in the 1980s and has previously undergone a full restoration.
So this is a great chance to own a distinctive classic, perfect for advertising your business, or simply to be enjoyed as a charming part of our automotive heritage.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 30th April 1968
- Road Tax and MOT exempt
- Restored and returned to the road by the current owner between 1987 and 1988
- V5C in vendor’s name
- Extensive invoices for parts and servicing
- Current owner is just the 3rd owner
The Interior
- The blue vinyl seats match the door cards, carpets and body paint
- They remain in good condition, with little sign of wear
- Some light staining to the carpets
- A little pitting to the interior chrome
- Large two-spoke steering wheel
- Central speedometer and toggle switches
- Spacious gloveboxes
- Headlining clean and secure
- Inertia reel seatbelts fitted
- All interior features said to be in good working condition
The Exterior
- Excellent Clipper Blue paintwork
- A few scratches here and there, but overall the paint is in very good condition
- Removable vinyl sign writing
- Excellent exterior chromework
- Colour-matched sun visor
- Headlamp visors
- Steel wheels in Old English White
- Smart polished hubcaps
- ‘Morris’ branded mudflaps
- Lamp lenses clear and bright
- The underside looks to be in good clean condition, and has reportedly been recently undersealed
- Some wear to the wooden load bay floor and sides
The Mechanics
- 1098cc A-Series engine
- Four-speed gearbox
- The engine bay looks clean and tidy, and in good original condition
- Fitted with stronger rear leaf springs, from the factory
- The engine has reportedly received a new head gasket recently
- New S.U. carburettor recently fitted
- New Chassis fitted in 1984
- Said to run very well
- Battery recently replaced
Summary
In all, this Morris is a great looking example of a pick-up. It has clearly received a lot of care and attention over the years, and has mellowed slightly to that perfect state of being a very useable classic, while still remaining in excellent condition.
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Notice to bidders
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