William Morris began making cars in 1913 after a stint as a cycle mechanic. He evolved his company under a philosophy of assembly using other makers’ components, versus, say, Henry Ford’s all in-house components manufacture. This “buy-in” model led… more»
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Oct 22, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Take Your Pick! California Cache of Cars
Most cars in a collection have something in common. Makes, models, production years, and body styles are just some of the things that collector cars may share. But in this case, the eight vehicles offered here on craigslist seem… more»
Oct 17, 2022 • Our Projects • 7 Comments
BF Project: 1962 Morris Mini Cooper Update
After posting about our current project, this 1962 Morris Cooper, we got a lot of great feedback and requests for video updates. So, I filmed a short video (vlog) of what I’m currently working on. Rather than rehash what’s… more»
Oct 11, 2022 • Our Projects • 27 Comments
BF Project: 1962 Morris Mini Cooper 997
A while back, we listed and sold our Lotus Elan barn find right here on the site. What we failed to mention was that when we found and purchased it, it came as a package deal with two other… more»
Jul 4, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
UK Find! 1970 Morris Minor Traveler
Most British car lovers (and a substantial portion of the rest of you) will find a soft spot in their hearts for the Morris Minor Traveler (wood-framed two-door station wagon). This particular car was being restored by a former… more»
Jan 16, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
63k Mile Survivor: Rare 1967 Morris Mini Estate Wagon
Well, here’s another cool car I’ve never seen up close and personal. That’s because not many were ever exported to the States and the seller guesstimates there may be less than 10 of these Morris Mini Estate Wagons currently… more»
Oct 5, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Idaho British Car Collection for Sale!
We’ve been seeing a lot of collections up for sale recently, and it’s fun to see the types of cars people like to collect. This one appears to be a British car fan – there are 7 available vehicles… more»
Aug 17, 2021 • Stories • 17 Comments
Stash Of Old Cars Discovered In Brazil
A group of curious teenagers found an old building in the Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil too tempting to leave alone, so they broke in to see what was there. To their amazement, they found dozens of old cars… more»
Jun 25, 2021 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Illinois Barn Find: 1958 Morris Minor 1000 Tourer
While many people naturally focus on the original Mini as one of the most significant cars ever to emerge from England, the role of the humble Morris Minor 1000 should never be underestimated. It might not have offered the… more»
Apr 30, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Early US Export: 1960 Morris 850 Mini
The BMC Mini, initially available under both the Austin and Morris nameplates, was an instant hit when it arrived on the market in England in mid-1959. Exports to the US began in early 1960 where it was sold as… more»
Apr 23, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Stored 52 Years: 1949 Morris Oxford MO Series
While the Morris automobile dates to 1913, the Oxford MO Series came later and ran from 1948-54. It was the English company’s first new car after World War. The MO was one of the earlier cars to go with… more»
Dec 16, 2020 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Rare 1961 Morris Minor Panel Barn Find
While it wasn’t an uncommon sight on the road in its home country, spotting a 1961 Morris Minor Panel Van on American streets is extremely unusual. This one was found hidden away in a barn, and it needs a… more»
Nov 12, 2020 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Huge Collection Of Rare And Oddball Cars For Sale!
If you are looking for a seldom-seen car or project to add to your collection, there are a dozen of them assembled in Madison, Wisconsin, looking to find new homes due to an estate liquidation. Most of these are… more»
Sep 13, 2020 • For Sale • 11 Comments
British Woodie: 1967 Morris Minor 1000 Traveller
You don’t see a Morris Minor show up much these days, except maybe at a British car show. And when one does, it’s usually a sedan or maybe a convertible, but a Woodie? They were only one of about… more»
Sep 6, 2020 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Real Deal Cooper: 1962 Morris Mini Racer
I have always contended that every motoring enthusiast should have at least one chance to slip behind the wheel of a classic Mini. They don’t possess the horsepower of a muscle car, but they are an entertaining and engaging… more»
May 19, 2020 • Auctions • 32 Comments
ENDING SOON! 1967 Morris Minor 1000
We auctioned this Morris Minor for Nathan G a while back, but the winning bidder had some health issues come up and couldn’t follow through with buying it. They put this one on hold as a result, but Nathan… more»
