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1961 Morris-Commercial J-Type Planning Van
Lot Number: 208
1961 Morris-Commercial J-Type Planning Van
From the last few months of production, this J-Type Post Office Telephones Planning Van has been sympathetically restored.
There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid
- Sold for: £12,600
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 1st June, 2025 at 11.00am BST at Bicester Motion, OX26 5HA
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BODY COLOUR
Post Office Green -
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RHD -
REG NUMBER
949 BYY -
ODOMETER READING
48000 Miles
SALE ROOM NOTICE
This vehicle has been fitted with a later 1,489cc OHV B-Series engine and 4-speed gearbox and does not have its original engine and gearbox as stated.
SUMMARY
From the last few months of production, this J-Type Post Office Telephones Planning Van has been sympathetically restored.
DESCRIPTION
- Launched by Morris-Commercial in 1949 and produced until 1961, the J-type Van followed the emerging trend of having forward controls and sliding doors on each side
- The Morris J Van (Estate) was used extensively by the Post Office and they were a common sight finished in their signature bronze green with black rubber wheel arches, white lettering on the doors and a full colour Royal Crown on each side
- Benefiting from a sympathetic restoration, this right-hand drive example is based on a vehicle under the control of the Telephone Manager, East Midlands Area, Leicester and would have been used for planning meetings
- It retains many original features including the tables used to display engineering drawings, comfortable seating for local councillors, ladders, period fire extinguisher etc.
- It also retains its original BMC 1,476cc side-valve petrol engine and 3-speed manual gearbox
- In good condition, both mechanically and cosmetically, this is an excellent opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts alike
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 208
- Make
- MORRI11S
- Model
- J TYPE
- Variant
- Post office phones
- Registration Number
- 949 BYY
- Chassis Number
- J46243
- Engine Number
- 15JD-UL-5503
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Post Office Green
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Alex Lucocq
- Car Specialist
- 07739 344627
- alex@iconicauctioneers.com
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SCORE:
81 / 135
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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
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 2nd June. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 2nd June, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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