Was there a Morris Mini?
The Mini Mark I was sold under both Austin and Morris marque names….Mini (Mark I)
| Mini Mark I | |
|---|---|
| Also called | Austin Seven Austin Mini Austin 850 Morris Mini Morris 850 |
| Production | 1959–1967 |
Did Morris make the Mini?
The Mini was marketed under BMC’s two main brand names, Austin and Morris, until 1969, when it became a marque in its own right. The Morris version was known to all as “the Mini” or the “Morris Mini-Minor”….Mark I: 1959–1967.
| Mini “Mark I” | |
|---|---|
| Body style | 2-door saloon 2-door estate 2-door van 2-door pickup |
| Powertrain |
What is the difference between Austin Mini and Morris Mini?
The original Morris Minis included cardboard liners in the rear companion box while Austin Minis had the typical flat liners in the companion box. The companion box was located on the left and right rear passenger sides of the vehicle. Often these were transformed into ashtrays during this time period.
How many mk1 Minis are left?
There are reportedly 8,176 original Minis still doing their thing, compared with 3,262 Mini Metros. The survey paints a sad picture for certain models. There is, for instance, just one Austin Mini 850 Van and three of the Mini SPL variety left in existence.
How many mk1 MINIs are left?
What was the original name of the Morris Mini?
The Mini was marketed under BMC’s two main brand names, Austin and Morris, until 1969, when it became a marque in its own right. The Morris version was known to all as “the Mini” or the “Morris Mini-Minor”.
What kind of transmission does a Morris Mini have?
Morris Mini range as follows: 850, 850 SDL, 1000 SDL, Cooper 998 and Cooper 1275 S 2-door saloons and 1000 Traveller 3-door estate. Optional automatic transmission available on all Austin models (except 850) and Morris Mini 1000 SDL saloon. September 1968: Manual four speed gear box with synchromesh on all four forward ratios introduced.
What was the original shape of the Mini Cooper?
The ubiquitous Minis (since last year without Austin or Morris badges) continue in production in both original 848 c.c., and 998 c.c. form, as well as in the later Clubman and GT shape.
Is the 1967 Mini Cooper a show stopper?
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