Highlights
- Purchased from M and M Automotive Historic Limited in 2022
- Over £1,000 spent on making it roadworthy after purchase
- Fully serviced and checked by Mere Garage
- Receives annual check-ups and maintenance
- Complete service history with all receipts available since purchase
The Appeal
The Morris Minor 1000 is a quintessentially British car. Often credited with getting post-war Britain onto the road, this little motor captured the gentle public with its charming character and simple, reliable engineering. This 1965 2-door saloon in grey represents the later evolution of the model, benefiting from the more powerful 1,000cc engine in order to take on the emerging highway network.
This particular example has been well cared for since its purchase in November 2022, with the current owners investing over £1,000 to ensure it's both roadworthy and enjoyable to drive. It's been professionally maintained by Mere Garage with annual check-ups and comes with a complete history file containing all receipts since the current ownership began. While it retains its classic character and idiosyncrasies, it has become a cherished family member - and now seeks a new family to make it their own.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1965
- Purchased from M and M Automotive Historic Limited in Lymington in November 2022
- Over £1,000 spent to make it roadworthy and enjoyable to drive after purchase
- Fully serviced and checked by Mere Garage
- Receives annual check-ups and minor repairs at Mere Garage
- All receipts available for inspection since purchase
- Current mileage: 51,343, on a five-figure odometer
- Stored under cover in an open barn
The Condition
- Appears in smart condition for its age, though has some areas of corrosion here and there
- Attractive duck-egg blue livery, which could benefit from a refresh
- No obvious signs of dents or dings
- Clean interior with seats in good condition
- Indicator automatic turn off is somewhat unreliable
- Temperature gauge doesn't work
- Wipers and fuel gauge function properly
The Mechanics
- 1.0-litre 4-cylinder engine
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Believed to be mechanically standard
- Engine bay appears in good age-commensurate order
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