The Morris Minor was launched in 1948, redesigned in 1952 (when Morris merged with Austin to form BMC) and again, as series III Morris Minor 1000 in 1956. This example was registered in May 1958 and is a good example of a series III Minor, with its 948cc petrol engine, which had a top speed of 75mph, reaching 0-60 in 31.3 seconds. The characteristic central 'stripe' down the centre of the Morris Minor's bonnet results from an overly narrow prototype. By the time this was noted, tooling production had begun, and replicated the error! It was only fixed by adding in the extra 4" strip beneath the Morris hood ornaments. 1950s Morris Minors were fitted with trafficators - the turning indicators that preceded flashing indicators. These are located (on this vehicle) between the front and rear windows.
