Lot Ended
Description
Outstanding condition; staring and running on the button; dry stored
for most of its life; side screens included
The pre-war Minor was
launched to compete with the Austin Seven and was assembled at Morris's Cowley
plant from 1929 until 1934, at which time it was replaced by the Morris
Eight.
The newcomer was ultimately offered in seven guises - five on the
standard short wheelbase chassis (6ft 6in) and two on an extended platform (7ft
7in). Two engine types were employed. The earlier and more technically advanced
847cc OHC unit was fitted to all examples made up to January 1931, at which
point an equivalent capacity 19bhp side-valve unit was introduced to power a
£100 Minor and a range of other economy models.
A three-speed gearbox was
employed until 1933. Suspension was by semi-elliptic leaf springs front and rear
and braking by cable-operated drums all round. The models most successful year
was 1932, during which no less than 19,248 of the total 86,318 were built. Even
then, the Minor was still outsold by the ubiquitous Austin Seven, production of
which continued in one form or another until 1939.
Manufactured in 1933, this is a side-valve engine example with
two-seater open tourer coachwork. Registered new in May of that year, the Minor
offered is finished in green paintwork with black wings, and complemented
by a green interior upholstery (in notably good condition) and black
hood which has the associated side screens.
This Morris is
understood to have been in the current ownership for approximately three
years and has been residing in dry storage used only on sunny
days.
Unfortunately, the history has been mislaid over
the years, but when you see the car, you will understand this car has been very
well looked after over the years.
Starting and driving while it’s been on
site, this will make a fantastic rare classic to show or just to
enjoy.
Please contact james.booth@brightwells.com.