1951 Morris Series Z

Highlights

• MOT exempt
• Recent total restoration of the engine
• Low mileage
• Fuel efficient

The Appeal

The Morris Eight was the car that put the Morris Motor Company back on the map as Britain’s largest motor manufacturer. From the '30s through the '40s, the car went through a number of transformations before a van version was produced, and designated the Morris Series Z.

With only around 51,000 produced, this 1951 example is something of a rarity. Following a recent overhaul of the engine, this commercial classic has found a whole new lease of life. Its blue paintwork with black accents reminds us of a time gone by. What use might this charming working vehicle have in the future?

History and Paperwork

• Manufactured in 1951
• First registered in 1991
• MOT exempt
• Last VC5 (logbook) issued 4th May 2016
• Five-digit odometer reads 43,415 miles
• Two previous registered keepers since 1991
• Current owner acquired the vehicle in 2016 and informs us that the previous owner had completed a total restoration of the vehicle

The Condition

• Blue and black paintwork, featuring decals, in good overall condition
• Standard, but basic interior, showing signs of wear and tear
• The owner informs us that the vehicle has always been kept in a garage
• Underneath is in good condition,
• The owner informs us of a small leak from the steering box following recent work on the engine

The Mechanics

• 918 cc petrol engine
• Three-speed manual transmission
• The owner informs us the engine and gearbox are original, with the engine recently being completely overhauled, including a re-bore and new pistons and rings, crank regrind and new shells, new valves, guides and springs.
• Both the cylinder head and block have been crack tested, and the distributor has been overhauled
• The vehicle has had a new clutch, new fuel pump and new battery
• The vehicle’s front suspension has been checked, and its offside kingpin and bushes replaced
• The owner says the engine starts fine and runs well, the gearbox works fine except the 2nd synchro has gone, but it's not a problem if you double-declutch
• Brakes and handbrake reportedly work well
• The owner says it drives well on E5 petrol with an additive, returning around 40 miles to the gallon

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