​Registered in November 1949, less than a year after its debut at the Earls Court Motor Show, this ‘Low Light’ Tourer is a remarkable example of automotive history, presented in exceptional condition - maybe the very best on sale in the UK at present.

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The car was used as a daily driver by its first owner until the 1970s, after which it was stored until 2014. It then underwent a meticulous, eight-year nut-and-bolt restoration, completed in 2022.

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The restoration was carried out by a skilled sheet metal worker who spared no expense, selecting the finest trim and replacement parts to bring the car as close to factory-new as possible. This included hand-painted coachwork and wheel trim stripes.

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The metalwork has been executed to the highest standard, and the car has been repainted in its original platinum grey—matching the color of the very first Minor to roll off the production line. The result is nothing short of stunning, with the vehicle presenting in near-perfect condition.

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To enhance its functionality for modern driving, the Minor features a few subtle upgrades: a battery cut-off switch, discreetly mounted flashing indicators, and radial tyres. It also comes with a car cover for added protection.

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Accompanying the car are several valuable extras, including the original workshop manual, operation manual, V5/C, a tonneau cover, keys, a Heritage certificate, and an extensive file of invoices. Notable expenses include £1,073 for a new hood, and separate bills of £3,056 and £2,546 for interior parts from Newton Commercial.

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If you’re searching for an early ‘MM’ Tourer, few examples remain, let alone in such impeccable condition. This vehicle represents a rare opportunity to acquire a virtually brand-new ‘MM’ Morris Minor at a fraction of the cost of a full restoration.

This is a rare chance to own a pristine British classic that’s poised to appreciate in value over time.​

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The Forge Pricing Promise :

At The Forge, we guarantee pricing that is consistently competitive and transparent, saving you money compared to other classic car dealers. We also eliminate the uncertainty that often comes with buying Classic Cars directly from individuals or at auctions.

How We Price Our Cars :
We rely on Hagerty’s industry-leading classic car Price Guide to keep our prices in line with the current market. By leveraging detailed data, auction results, dealer pricing, private sales, and insights from the UK’s most trusted classic car websites, we maintain transparency and fairness in our pricing. Our cars are regularly checked against market conditions, allowing you to enjoy a hassle-free, no-bartering experience.

Hegerty's current valuation of this car is based on year, make and model is :
Fair Condition : £4,000+

Good Condition : £9,200+

Excellent Condition : £12,600+

Concours Condition : £20,000+

 

Why Buy from Us?

• All our cars are carefully selected, primarily from classic car enthusiasts, then independently inspected, MOT’d where required, and professionally detailed prior to sale.

• Every car is fully owned by The Forge; we don’t engage in commission-based sales, ensuring the integrity of each transaction.

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History Of The 1948 - 1952 Morris Minor:

The post-war recovery was beginning to take hold during 1947 when project 'Mosquito' was eventually developed into the Morris Minor and announced at the October 1948 Earls Court Motor Show. Arguably the most important car at the Show, the £359 Morris Minor was an attractive, low-priced, all British, small family car, destined to be in production for the next 23 years. Alec Issigonis had designed a masterpiece that had sharp handling and plenty of room inside, over and above the prewar Morris 8 and 10 that it replaced. The Minor was to be a best-selling car with 1,303,301 units sold. Rear-wheel drive of course, the Minor had independent torsion bar front suspension with rack-and-pinion steering and a live rear axle located by 1/2 elliptic leaf springs.

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The first MM Series 'split screen' models (1948-52) sold 176,002 units and were initially powered by a 918cc 4-cylinder side-valve engine. A modest 27bhp at 4000rpm provided a 62mph top speed, with 60mph coming up in 36.5 seconds. Power was not sufficient though and was soon to be increased. Alongside the saloon was the MM Tourer, produced until 1953, which is now a very rare find.

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In 1952 Morris merged with Austin to form BMC, the British Motor Corporation. As a result, the Morris Minor Series II appeared in 1952-still with a split windscreen-but with a side-valve 803cc overhead valve engine, direct from the Austin A30 with a single SU carburettor. Offered from late 1952 in 4-door form, the existing 2-door and Tourers still had the old side-valve engine until early 1953. Slightly faster, it was still under-geared.

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The 2-door Series II Morris Traveller estate car appeared in 1953 with aluminium panelling supporting distinctive wood-straking with two vertical rear doors. To cope with inevitable loads, overall axle gearing was lowered to 5.375:1 making the engine rev harder than the saloon at given speeds.

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From October 1954 the instruments were relocated as a centre-dial dash, moved from in front of the driver, and the front grille design changed to the more familiar horizontal slats rather than the original detailed vertical type. By 1956 when the 803cc engine went out, 269,838 saloons and tourers had been built.

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The new curved single glass windscreen and larger rear screen arrived in 1956 with the introduction of the 948cc overhead-valve 37bhp Austin A35 engine. This model was produced until 1962, with 544,048 built. A close-ratio gearbox was welcomed as performance improved with 37bhp at 4750rpm, a top speed of 73mph, and 60mph coming up in 25.9 seconds. The post-war fashion for semaphore trafficators mounted in the 'B' post was at an end and from late 1961 flasher indicators were fitted front and rear to make signalling clearer to other motorists.

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From 1962 until the end of production in 1971, the more powerful and stronger 48bhp 1098cc overhead-valve engine boosted performance with more usable torque. Slightly more than 300,000 units were built and the Tourer version finished at the end of the Summer in 1969. Drum brakes front and rear were used right to the end, as were cross-ply tyres.

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Many Morris Minor restorers exist in most parts of the country and spare parts availability-both mechanical and structural-is second to none. Rust is an issue and the Traveller's woodwork needs to be looked after since it provides rigidity to the body and can be expensive to repair. Everything is repairable and easy to fix.

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The Morris Minor Owners Club has around 12,000 members, with online forums and many regional clubs organising monthly meetings to inform and educate Minor owners on all matters.

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Tuneable and fun to drive, the Morris Minor puts a grin on drivers and roadside spectators today.

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