Morris Minor Owners Club

Post some pics as you go along. I love to see others work in progress. I am in Illinois so I dont get to see alot of other U.S. spec cars. If you need pics or measurments or whatever,please dont be affraid to ask.
Remember; This is supposed to be fun.Dont let a little rust ruin it.

Pedro My car has a different handle than yours. Mine is the later one piece style[no seperate handle]. Your handle was used up until car #434268 approx. Jeff

I have a very original,one previous owner, 59 vert. The tool kit I have is a very basic set in a vinyl bag. According to 2 different sources I have, It should have the earlier, more complete set in a cavas roll. My question is:How well did they document such changes. I worked on vintage Jags years a...

Thanks for the reply. Ive since taken a pressure washer to to trunk/top of fuel tank. Wow what a difference! I can clearly see that must be a factory thing. The sides are black but the center is painted. there is a distinct mask line. Also there is no overspray on the tank. Must have been done with ...

Hello I have a 59 convertible. The trunk[boot]area has been covered with a thick tar like undercoat. I am in the states and I know that this practice was fairly common under the car but not inside.
So, the question is: Is this "factory"? Is this a common dealer ad on?

HI I know that there were aprox. 6500 tourers built in 1959. Does anyone know how many of these were for the U.S. market? I am new to the morris community.[normally a vw guy]. There are not many cars in this part of the country. I am very thankful for the support and well wishes I have received on t...

I have a 59 Tourer. The Pos. battery cable goes to the sheet metal battery "box". The parts manual shows another cable that runs from there to the engine???? Where does it attach? Head bolt? bellhousing bolt?manifold stud?
I cant find a picture that shows this. Any help?