Description
Morris Minor 1000 Convertible | 1957
Highlights:
– 1.0-litre four-cylinder engine, petrol, manual transmission
– Finished in cream with a tan folding soft top
– Chrome bumpers, grille and trim, with period-correct “Minor 1000” badging
– Presented in good order, offered from a private Italian seller
The seller offers for sale this 1957 Morris Minor 1000 Convertible, powered by a 1.0-litre four-cylinder engine, paired with a manual transmission. This example is finished in a cream exterior with a tan folding soft top, complemented by chrome bumpers, grille and trim, and carries the model’s period “Minor 1000” badging on the bonnet. The car presents well both with the top raised and lowered, and is offered by a private seller in Italy.
Introduced in 1948, the Morris Minor was one of Britain’s most significant post-war cars, prized for its unitary construction, torsion-bar front suspension and rack-and-pinion steering at a time when many rivals still relied on older, separate-chassis engineering. The Minor 1000, launched in 1956 with an enlarged 1.0-litre engine and a one-piece curved windscreen, brought improved performance and a more modern look to the range, and the convertible version added open-top motoring to the model’s already broad appeal.
With its simple, characterful styling and easy-going mechanicals, the Morris Minor 1000 Convertible remains a firm favourite among fans of British classics, offering relaxed, usable motoring alongside genuine post-war heritage. This example presents an attractive opportunity to own a charming and recognisable slice of British motoring history.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
