Highlights

Comprehensive older restoration
Engine rebuilt 6,000 miles ago
Lots of history including carb rebuild
Gently used regularly as a delivery vehicle
Recent voluntary MOt showed no advisories
A tidy and very stylish Moggy pick up

The Appeal

We love this, and we think you will too. There is something very endearing about a 65-year-old commercial vehicle that is still busy working, still being put to the use it was originally built for.

This lovely 1960 1000 Pick Up was carefully restored by a previous keeper to do exactly that. As the Transport Manager for a brewery - is there a better job for a classic enthusiast? - he recognised the PR and practical potential of restoring this Moggy for local delivery duties.

The work was undertaken in the mid-Noughties, seven years after it returned to the UK from a life in California. It was previously burgundy but was restored in blue and black to suit the brewery colour scheme. The work included bodywork restoration, respray and mechanical overhaul. There are invoices in the thick history file for an engine rebuild and carburettor overhaul.

Since completion it has been used regularly but sparingly, covering around 6,000 miles. That brings to the buyer a tidy and reliable pick up that is ready to use. It still wears its brewery livery and there are some light cosmetic points to note. You could use it ‘as is’ or put it to work for your own commercial endeavours whilst gradually improving it. Naturally, it is MOT exempt, but for reassurance, there was a recent MOT in May 2023, which shows no advisories.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1960
Originally supplied new to California according to paperwork
First UK registered 13th May 1997
Previously painted red (actually burgundy) which was changed in September 2004
Restored by previous keeper who was Transport Manager for a brewery
Retains the brewery livery as shown
Four registered UK keepers
Current keeper since October 2023
Last MOT ran to May 2024 with no advisories
15,405 miles showing on last MOT test and now on 15,432 miles
V5C confirms vehicle is registered as a Historic Vehicle so MOT, tax and ULEX exempt
BMI Heritage Certificate dated 1997 showing February 1960 build date
This Statement of Origin confirms this vehicle was built as a Pick Up
Old MOTs from digital and handwritten eras
Hoses replaced in May 2023 with invoice as shown
Various invoices from 1990s and 200s for work as shown
This includes an engine rebuild by specialist Grace Engine Developments in 2008
MOT records show the pick up has covered around 6,000 miles since this work
Carburettors rebuilt in 2008 at similar mileage to engine work
Various photographs of car from period when it was burgundy shown in file
Newspaper article featuring pick up
Magazine article dated February 2006 providing background details on vehicle
Factory handbook
Buyers will note that the vehicle appears to have previously been registered ASJ957

The Condition

Older restoration in mid-blue with black wings and remains in good order
Paintwork presents well with some detail deterioration to note in photos
This is not unsightly and is arguably typical of this age of restoration
Areas include chips to paintwork around pick up sides
There are also chips to B post, cracks in roof seam trim and paint cracks on wing tops
Bodywork appears very presentable but with some localised areas to note
These include bubbling to both rear arches as shown in photos
Restoration included fitting a hand-crafted wood trim between cab and load bed
This trim is well constructed but showing some delamination that buyer may wish to address
Panelwork presents well with straight lines, good panel fit and no obvious damage
Chromework appears to be original or older restoration with some light tarnishing to note
Sits on painted black steel wheels in good condition with lightly aged chrome Morris hub caps
Glass and lights in good order with no obvious deterioration to report
Underside in good condition with no structural advisories on May 2023 MOT test
Load area fitted with metal hoop sections that would enable a tonneau to be fitted
Black vinyl interior that appears to have been retrimmed during restoration
Interior presents well with smart seats and matching door cards
Painted dashboard in good order with what appear to be original dials and switchgear
Fitted with optional factory heater which is untested
Seats are also equipped with seatbelts
Retains original features such as sprung three-spoke black factory steering wheel
Black carpets which look to be in good condition with only light wear
Grey vinyl headlining looks clean and tidy and does not appear to sag
We have no reports of electrical, dial or switchgear malfunctions or warning lights

The Mechanics

Rebuilt 1,098cc engine with 6,000 miles since work
4spd manual gearbox with synchromesh on 2nd, 3rd and 4th
Carburettors rebuilt during restoration work
Thick history file with highlights shown in photos
No reported running or driving issues
Used regularly but sparingly since restoration completed
No mechanical or running gear advisories on May 2023 MOT test

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