1957 Morris Isis Series II
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 rocker cover 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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Vehicle specification
- Year 1957
- Make Morris
- Model Isis
- Colour Green
- Odometer 91,870 Miles
- Engine size 2600
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Town Canterbury
- Location Kent
- Country United Kingdom
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