Highlights
- Only 2 former registered keepers, with first being the RAF
- In current family ownership for over 50 years
- MOT valid until October 2026
- Original woodwork lovingly maintained
- Complete interior refurbishment while maintaining originality
The Appeal
Take the legendary Morris Minor and fit it out as a perennially popular estate car. It's a recipe for success, and the Traveller continues to garner plenty of enthusiast interest more than seventy years after its introduction. They're still remarkably simple, easy-to-care-for classics, and boast one of the best support networks out there.
This particular 1956 example has a notable ownership history, having been in the same family for over 50 years after initially serving with the Royal Air Force. It's supplied with a long MOT, plenty of originality, and a swathe of recent work having been undertaken.
This exact car was featured the boat that rocked in the roadside picnic scene. (picture below)!
This exact car was featured the boat that rocked in the roadside picnic scene. (picture below)!
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1956
- Only 2 former registered keepers - first being the RAF (which explains the colour), followed by the current family's ownership for over 50 years
- Some service history available, though not complete
- The vendor's father performed most maintenance himself
- Parents were members of the owners club and attended many meets
- Appeared in Episode 6, Series 5 of ITV's Endeavour
- Always stored in a garage
- MOT valid until October 2026
The Condition
- Exterior repainted in the 1990s and appears in smart condition
- RAF-style blue livery is well-presented
- Original woodwork has been lovingly maintained over the years
- Underside of the car is sound and has been cared for with the same attention as the rest of the car
- Interior presents well
- Carpets and upholstery replaced by the vendor's father
- Seat belts installed in front and rear
- Instruments are clear and legible
The Mechanics
- 948cc A-series 4-cylinder engine
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Engine bay in good order
- Believed to be mechanically standard
- Recent replacement parts include:
- Brake cylinders
- Brake shoes
- Brake pipes
- Wipers
- Condenser
- Spark plugs
- Recently used for short journeys, which the vendor reports it performed "very well"
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