Introduction
David Carter
A vintage convertible for just £4.50!
This is our 5th competition, David took home the prize last time. Here's a new one, we're running with NO MINIMUM target again, the car will be given away regardless of how many of the tickets we sell, this time we've got something from the 1950s... Congratulations to the winner Nikki Harrington.
This low owner, genuine Morris Minor Convertible could be yours for £4.50! It's a UK RHD. It's finished in black over red interior, an advisory free MOT through to Spring 2026, and has been in the current ownership for ~21 years. The car has the benefit of a 1.1L "Gold Seal" replacement engine in the 1980s, and has been upgraded to Ford disc brakes all round making it an absolute doddle to use about town.
Exterior
Finished in black, its curvy styling is accentuated by the reflections.
Wheels and Tyres
These 50s-style wheels look great, finished in off white with chrome hub caps featuring the embossed Morris logo. Each wheel is in good condition, showing only minor signs of wear consistent with the car’s age and mileage.
All four tyres are Toyo 310s, dated 2017, and appear to have plenty of tread remaining.
Bodywork
The bodywork of this Morris looks in good condition, with all the panel gaps around the car appearing to align very well, it's a solid example with a current advisory free MOT. Only thing to note is a small dent on the nearside wing and a small area of corrosion on the offside door.
Paint
Finished in black, the paint is applied with even coverage and colour across each panel. We observed some very minor wear in the door shuts, and down the door edges and you can see these small defects in the photos and video below.
Glass and Trim
The glass on this Morris Minor Convertible looks great and is in line with the mileage. We didn't notice any major chips, cracks, or discolouration. The window seals also look good and align with the overall condition of the car.
The bumpers, door handles, and window surrounds are all in good condition as well. You can see in the exterior photos that the convertible top is in great condition with no tears or rips.
Interior
With a blend of practicality and charm, the interior features vibrant red vinyl upholstery.
Seats and Carpets
The red vinyl seats with white piping have held their shape well over the years—testament to the car’s cherished and careful ownership. There is the odd mark to the upholstery, but it does present in smart condition overall.
The same can be said for the door cards and red carpets, which are in similarly good condition. We did notice some wear on the inside of the convertible hood, visible when seated in the car. For a closer look at the cabin, please refer to the extensive photo and video media provided.
Dashboard
The dashboard is covered in finished in black gloss and presents a main dial in front of the driver.
The dashboard in this Morris Minor shows no signs of any major damage or scuffs, and with no warning lights displayed. The odometer showed a reading of ~10,984 miles during our visit.
Steering Wheel / Gear Stick
A traditional Morris steering wheel is fitted. The original steering wheel is in solid condition, but has faded. The black gearstick looks good. For a closer look, check out the image gallery to see the detail.
Mechanics
Powered by the improved and refined 1,098cc engine, producing ~48BHP, it’s well-suited to keeping pace with modern traffic.
Engine and Gearbox
The "Gold Seal" 1,098 cc petrol engine from Austin is regarded as a reliable unit. The car starts from cold without issue with a bit of choke, and it performed well on the road, the engine pulled nicely, idled smoothly, and ran without fault.
It drives well with its smooth manual gearbox feeding power to the rear wheels.
Suspension and Brakes
The suspension appears to be in good condition, providing a smooth journey. The car has been upgraded with a Ford disc brake kit and remote brake fluid reservoir which makes braking much more efficient and brakes easier to service.
The Drive
With the roof down, this Morris Minor offers an extremely fun and enjoyable driving experience.
The car started up on the first turn of the key, with no issues to report. Out on the road, it felt tight and responsive, delivering ample power for comfortable driving. We didn’t notice any unusual noises from the engine or suspension during the drive.
Electrics and Other
We didn’t test all the electrics during our visit, but Tom reports that, to his knowledge, all of the electrics are functional and operational, aligning with the overall condition of the car.
History and Paperwork
Low owners, ~21 year ownership, a solid example with a fresh MOT, benefitting from a replacement 1,098cc Gold Seal engine - All this for £4.50!
The car is coming out of a ~21 years ownership. The car had a replacement Gold Seal 1,098cc engine in the 1980s, the Morris Minor has that little bit more oomph to it than the earlier cars, it has also been upgraded with a Ford disc brake kit and remote brake fluid reservoir which makes braking much more efficient and brakes easier to service. The car is a genuine convertible and not a converted saloon. This is evidenced by the chassis number beginning FCA. All genuine factory convertibles from 1952-58 had chassis numbers prefixed with FCA, it featuring a dark red convertible hood. The car is believed to have had 3 former keepers, although this doesn't show on the V5 likely due to when some of the older changes took place with the old style buff log books. Take a look at this history and paperwork media to see the previous MOT reports, servicing and parts this Morris Minor has received over its life. Although exempt the car comes with a current MOT valid until 07.05.2026.
We’ve conducted our usual seller checks, including photo ID, V5, and also actioned a history check on the vehicle. This is a professional check by HPI that highlights if the car has been previously stolen, recorded as being in an accident, or has any outstanding finance. Note, this does not include a mileage history check. Terms and conditions apply.
Service History
| Date | Type | Mileage |
| 08.05.2025 | MOT | 10,967 |
| 07.03.2021 | Oil Change | 9,800 |
| 03.05.2012 | MOT | 5,756 |
| 06.05.2011 | MOT | 5,023 |
| 04.05.2010 | MOT | 4,542 |
| 08.05.2009 | MOT | 4,235 |
| 09.05.2008 | MOT | 3,871 |
| 15/05.2007 | MOT | 3,449 |
| 22.05.2006 | MOT | 2,764 |
| 20.05.2005 | MOT | 1,677 |
| 01.06.2004 | MOT | 72,377 |
Key Details
- ModelMinor Convertible
- TransmissionManual
- Reg. Date02.10.1956
- CC1,098
- Mileage~10,984 on clock
- HistoryPresent
- ColourBlack
- Interior ColourRed
- Chassis #FCA11/439489
- Engine #-
- MOTYes. Exp - 07.05.2026
- MOT ExemptYes
- Road Tax ExemptYes
- HPi ClearYes
- Former Keepers3
- Tyre TreadGood
- Tyre BrandToyo
- Tyre Age2017
- LHD or RHDRHD
- VisitedYes
- Sale TypeCompetition
- Owned~21 years
- Key FeatureCondition, long ownership, Gold Seal 1,098cc engine
- Auction ID2856
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