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Morris 1100 and 1300
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1962 - 1973 |
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Engine: |
4 cyl. |
Capacity: |
1098 / 1275 cc |
Power: |
48 bhp |
Transmission: |
4 spd. man |
Top Speed: |
78 mph / 125 km/h |
Number Built: |
2,000,000+ |
Collectability: |
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Another Alec Issigonis success story, the Morris
1100 was the saloon version of the already hugely popular
mini. For its time, it was also extremely sophisticated,
bristling with technical features for car of its size.
Front disc brakes were standard, as was the interconnected
fluid suspension ("Hydrolastic"), and with
a transverse mounted front wheel drive and subframe
construction the 1100 was not only spacious and comfortable,
but was a great drivers car for the money.
Badge re-engineering was popular for British cars of
the time, and the Morris 1100 was to find a home with
other manufacturers such as Austin, Riley, Wolseley,
MG and even Vanden Plas.
In 1967 the engine was upgraded to 1300cc, and there
was even a 1300GT version released in 1969.
Due to the
large number manufactured, the car is at the lower end
of collectability, however models such as the GT and
others released by makers such as Vandan Plas that have
leather trim and the mandatory picnic tables are becoming
much sought after and make a good investment.
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