12th May, 2019 11:30 GMT/BST

Motor Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia

 
Lot 281
 

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Morris Minor Traveller Registration number: WCG 837H First Registered: 29-95-1970 Mileage:...

Morris Minor Traveller
Registration number: WCG 837H
First Registered: 29-95-1970
Mileage: 22845
Engine Size: 1098cc
Colour: Grey
Engine Number: 10V189EH43220
Chassis Number: MAW5D1275146
V5C present

Following the end of the Second World War the Morris Motors company were working on a new small car model. Designed by Alec Issigonis, the Morris Minor was unveiled to the public at London's Earls Court Motor Show at the end of October 1948. At launch the Morris Minor cost £358 10s 7d.

When the Traveller was launched in 1953, it was pretty unusual. Estate cars were fairly rare, while small estate cars were almost unthinkable. Even 'Woodies' were generally just for the elite to go hunting in on their large estates. The Traveller was a pioneer, albeit one that clung onto ancient technology - for rather than a van with seats and windows, it was a proper, timber-framed utility vehicle based on saloon underpinnings.
Nowadays the iconic Morris Minor Traveller has won the hearts of many with its recognisable and almost prewar front end and distinctive woody rear is probably one of the most popular and affordable British classic cars.
Practical and with good spares availability and extremely reliable and simple to work on.

This 1970 example has been the subject of a recent extensive restoration which has resulted in the most wonderful example . All important woodwork has been professionally renewed with seasoned Ash, any rust issues have been dealt with and the car has been painted to a very high standard in period blue grey. Showing only 22,845 miles (not warranted) but condition suggests little use.
The interior is remarkably original with seats and headlining in very good condition. Internal paintwork clean and instrumentation correct and in working order. With long term family ownership and some history this really is a fine example of this period woody estate.
Due to its condition and originality this is an opportunity to purchase a car with all the usual Minor Traveller issues sorted, ready to use and show.

Buyer's premium of 10% (+VAT) applies to this lot

Sold for £7,500
Estimated at £6,000 - £8,000


 

. Recent restoration, excellent paint, excellent woodwork. Predominantly original interior in clean condition. Tyres and wheels in good order. Runs and drives well.

 


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