Highlights

A highly original centenarian
Charming original features
Presented in excellent condition throughout

The Appeal

Morris Motors began production in Oxford city centre 110 years ago, and by the time this Bullnose Cowley was produced in 1922 it was well on its way to becoming a dominant player in British motor manufacturing.

Bullnose Morrises are now highly sought after for their charming vintage style and make regular appearances at ‘Light Car’ events across the country. This particular example will be welcomed by connoisseurs of original specification vehicles, who enjoy the fact that this Cowley appears to be almost unchanged from when it left the factory over 100 years ago.

The car is in excellent condition throughout and looks like it will be a pleasure to own and drive. It’s guaranteed to be greeted with smiles and waves wherever it goes.

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The History and Paperwork

First registered 21st June 1922
Road Tax and MOT exempt
Copy of The Morris Oxford & Cowley Car Manual
The Morris Motor Car 1913-1983
The Bullnose and Flatnose Morris
Extensive invoices for parts and servicing
Five registered former keepers
Owned by previous keeper for 20 years
Historic MOTs on file

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The Interior

Simple, no-frills interior
The vinyl upholstery has been retrimmed and is in good general condition
A couple of buttons are missing from the seat back
The upholstery carries on to the single door, which features a hand storage pocket
The dashboard is extremely simple
Only one gauge: an ammeter, to check the battery is charging
There are switches for headlamps, side lights and a manual dynamo cutout, to ensure that the battery isn’t overcharged
Fuel/air mixture control
Bowden cable operated ignition timing
A bulb horn projects through the bulkhead
Centre throttle pedal arrangement
To the rear there is a handy boot, which features a fold-out dickey seat on the bootlid

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The Exterior

‘Bullnose’ radiator gives this Morris its nickname
The body panels appear straight and in good condition
The green over black paint is good, with a few signs of wear and tear to be expected
Hood raises as it should do and provides adequate weather protection
There are no sidescreens or windows
Wing-mounted headlamps and ‘diver’s helmet’ side lights on the bulkhead
Underneath, the chassis and running gear are well presented, with minimal signs of use
Leather spring gaiters keep the leaf springs protected from dirt and the elements
Artillery wheels in good condition
Dunlop beaded edge tyres
Rear-mounted spare wheel
Wooden battery box on nearside running board

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The Mechanics

Four-cylinder side valve Hotchkiss engine
S.U. ‘sloper’ carburettor
Magneto ignition
Thermosyphon cooling
Attractive brass hose clips fitted
Two-wheel brakes, with drums on the rear containing two separate sets of shoes for the hand and foot brakes
The engine bay is clean and tidy and the running gear looks to be in good condition from what we could see
There don’t appear to be any modern upgrades or modifications fitted
Starting handle and starter motor

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Summary

A highly usable light car, which it’s hard to believe was built over a century ago. It is a charming example and will be welcome at a wide variety of events.

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