Highlights

Rare UK-market RHD Metropolitan
Desirable Series III car with cosmetic changes and 1.5L engine
Popular Caribbean Blue over Snowberry White colour
Highly factory-correct car including Houndstooth interior

The Appeal

The fascinating Metropolitan arrived at the confluence of two complementary motoring trends. The first was Americans clamouring for smaller second cars. And secondly, British buyers hoping to cash in on everything that looked American, particularly chrome and fins.

The car was designed in the USA but built in Britain by BMC. 90% of the 95,000 built went stateside, but 9,400 found UK buyers between 1956 and 1961. The Series III Metropolitan from November 1955 tweaked the cosmetics, added a Houndstooth interior and notably the 1,500cc BMC B-Series engine. These later cars are prettier and more usable for modern drivers.

This well-kept Caribbean Blue over Snowberry White Series III was first registered in the UK in August 1957. It is a highly detailed and factory-correct model. Enthusiasts will note that as a post-October 1956 build it is correctly badged only as a ‘Metropolitan.’ The condition is impressive across interior and exterior.

The Metropolitan is one of those fascinating left-field classics that always draws attention at shows. This car’s condition and original detailing add to its appeal.

Key Information

Mileage: 25,943 miles (not verified)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
Technical specs: 1,489cc 4cyl B-Series engine, three-speed manual
Paperwork: handbooks, workshop manual, photos, magazines, 7in single, V5C, 1 set of keys

The Detail

Very pretty and well-kept Caribbean Blue over Snowberry White
Some light marks to note to paintwork such as small crack as shown
White roof in good order
Bright chromework in good order with few signs of age
Steel wheels in matching blue with white banded tyres
Factory correct Series III houndstooth interior with black and white trim
Front bench seat and rear seat with matching cushions
Auxiliary temperature gauge added under dashboard as shown
Some light staining to headlining

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