motoringicons Posted October 10, 2013 Share Posted October 10, 2013 (edited) When the former owner purchased this 1953 Morris Minor, it had less than 18,000 original miles and was an extremely solid and well kept original car. None the less, he embarked on a frame-on cosmetic and mechanical restoration which was completed in about 1990. It has only been driven 850 miles since. It is quite evident that the restoration was very comprehensive.The owner knew his stuff. He decided to install an overhead valve 948cc engine instead of the original overhead 803cc that was in the car since new. He found a set of newer and safer wheels and also a set of Morris 1000 front seats. All good choices for a car you would like to drive.During the restoration, the brake system was refurbished and a new transmission was purchased in England. His wife flew there and carried it home in her suitcase! New tires were installed and new hubcaps were purchased. The body was painted, both top and bottom. The interior was completely reupholstered.All features function properly. Every light works. The turn signals work. The door locks with the key. We even have an original ”Made in England” key fob.I am 6' tall. I am actually comfortable in this car. Don't fear the tiny cockpit. The Morris was wider than most comparable micro cars of that era.You will likely have the only car like it when you cruise. Just how many have you seen? This is the only nice one I have seen that is solid and tight to drive and has been the recipient of a nice restoration. It is complete with its tool kit and spare tire, so you're ready to hit the road and enjoy lots of fun in a little package. The price is 8,000.00, it has a clear title and it is located in Jefferson, WI. Please call 734-730-4274 to schedule a viewing or email: motoringicons@hotmail.com. Thank you.<fieldset class="postcontent" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; "></fieldset> Edited March 14, 2016 by motoringicons (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigaadams Posted October 18, 2013 Share Posted October 18, 2013 frame on, I should hope......please show me a picture of a minor sedan coupe etc that is off the frame.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motoringicons Posted October 21, 2013 Author Share Posted October 21, 2013 You're right and my terminology was wrong. Thanks for clarifying this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigaadams Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 I do so much like the earlier Minors with the split window and own a 1954 model myself...lot of folks naysay these little cars but they are missing out in so much fun..they are ever bit as enjoyable as most larger cars..thanks for the pictures... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hockeyspokes Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Any pics of the under carriage ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motoringicons Posted October 25, 2013 Author Share Posted October 25, 2013 Hockeyspokes- If you are interested in the car, please email me directly at motoringicons@hotmail.com and I will take some underneath photos and email them to you with lots of other photos of the car. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motoringicons Posted April 10, 2014 Author Share Posted April 10, 2014 still for sale...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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