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1951 Morris Minor
Lot Number: 495
1951 Morris Minor
This 1951 MORRIS MINOR
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Friday 23rd September, 2016 at 11.00am BST at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Green -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
KDG163 -
ODOMETER READING
1343
DESCRIPTION
Everyone loves a Moggie...This, well-preserved, 1951, 918cc side-valve Morris Minor was the subject of a full nut and bolt, engine out rebuild in around 2009 to include body and mechanicals. Since that time, the car has travelled a mere 1,343 miles and so and is barely 'run in'.
It's finished in a very smart, period correct, green and the interior has been delightfully and accurately restored in a light cream with the seats piped in a complementing green. The wheels are also finished in cream and the car is set off by a set of 'pencil-whitewall' tyres, which were the height of fashion in the early fifties.
The car comes with a buff log book relating to its previous registration number (OOP 575) and has only had two former keepers. There are also some old MOTs dating back to 1973 with the car.
The most valuable Minors are the earliest Series MM cars, the so-called 'low-light' examples, complete with headlights mounted in the grille, and they have been known to sell for more than £10,000 in perfect condition. However, they are closely followed by the early fifties, split windscreens Minors which have more charm, are more sought after, and considerably rarer than the later cars.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 495
- Make
- MORRIS
- Model
- MINOR
- Registration Number
- KDG163
- Chassis Number
- SMM86537
- Engine Number
- 31693
- Transmission
- .
- Body Colour
- Green
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
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Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Interior
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Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
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Bearings:
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Electrics
Minor:
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Vehicle History
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
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