Highlights

One of only 3,614 built
Recently serviced and starts reliably
Re-imported from South Africa after 40 years
Refurbished chrome work and new white wall inserts
Rare Morris model that turns heads

The Appeal

Introduced at a time when British cars were finally gaining a sense of fashion again, the Morris Isis is a charming little number. Based Morris Oxford series III body, and lengthened accordingly, the car really did seem to have a deco theme going on - from the rear fins to the fluted bonnet, it was a very handsome car. Of course, the relatively muscular (for the time) 6-cylinder engine wasn't to be sniffed at either.

This fine Series II example was originally based in South Africa, and reached British soil in 1997. Since then, it's been kept regularly serviced and dry stored. These cars are almost vanishingly rare, and it's not often at all to see one for sale. While it's not quite a concourse example, it's undoubtedly going to be a headturner.

History and Paperwork

Built in 1957
Originally based in South Africa
Imported to the UK in 1997
The car has had 13 registered keepers
In current ownership since May 2024, now selling due to moving and lack of storage
The last MOT expired on 21st August 2021 - now MOT exempt
The last service and vehicle check was on 1st July 2024
Mileage is 91,870
Complete with a folder filled with previous MOTs and other paperwork is available

The Condition

Repainted approximately 15 years ago in British Racing Green with a cream top
There are some bubbles on the lower part of the passenger doors and other blemishes, mostly surface-level
The chrome work, including the hub caps, has been refurbished and is in good condition
New white wall inserts have been added
The car has been Waxoyled underneath and is very solid
The interior and roof lining are carrying some wear
However, there is no sign of any rips or tears
The interior was once green but has received a cream leather spray that is beginning to wear
The door cards and flooring need attention
The interior ceiling lamp was removed but is available, leaving a hole in the roof lining
The spare tyre has perished
The speedometer runs 10 mph behind the actual speed, possibly needing a dial tweak
The clock is not working, but everything else is functional

The Mechanics

2.6-Litre C-Series Straight-6 engine
Manual transmission with 3 gears
The engine appears to have been overhauled and is reportedly running very well
The gearbox and drive train are reportedly also in fine order
Recently replaced cork rocket gasket, fuel, and oil filter
The vendor reports that the car starts every time, runs very well, and drives as a 67-year-old car should
They further note that it changes gear well, and the overdrive works as it should

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