Interesting Finds. Morris Minor Doors and the Merits of the Vintage Car Restorer.
I think you would be hard pushed to think of such a famous pair of British vintage car doors.
When it comes to classic cars like the Morris Minor, every detail of the design tells a story. One often overlooked aspect is the back doors of the Morris Minor. Let's delve into the unique features and functionality of these iconic car doors.
The Morris Minor back doors are known for their distinctive design that combines style and functionality. The doors are hinged at the rear, allowing for easy access to the back seats. This design not only adds to the aesthetic appeal of the car but also makes it practical for passengers to enter and exit.
The back doors of the Morris Minor play a crucial role in enhancing the overall design of the car. The symmetrical layout of the doors adds balance to the vehicle's exterior, creating an aesthetically pleasing look. Additionally, the chrome handles and trim on the doors add a touch of elegance to the classic design.
One notable feature of Morris Minor back doors is the large windows that provide ample natural light and visibility for passengers. The doors also have a sturdy construction, ensuring durability and safety for all occupants. Additionally, the doors are designed to open wide, making it easy to load and unload cargo in the back of the car.
Overall, the Morris Minor back doors lay testament to the thoughtful design and craftsmanship that went into creating this beloved classic car. From their unique hinged design to their stylish details, the back doors are an integral part of what makes the Morris Minor a timeless automotive icon
The Morris Minor was simply such an iconic mid-20th century British car. What set it apart from other cars of this era was the estate version had these partial wooden exterior structure.
It was made of Elm, interestingly it was at a time of the growth of Ercol furniture another iconic British manufactured product which was and still is today made of Elm.
I bought these at Ford market near Arundel. I thought they were quite cheap when I bought them, especially as the stall they were on was very expensive but when I researched these they were not actually that valuable.
But like lots of things this all depends on the market you pitch this at. The similar doors I was looking at were on eBay and very much being marketed for restoration projects, whereas I will be marketing this as a decorative statement products.
You're either someone that sees these as a vital component of restoring an old Morris Minor estate, or someone who just loves old cars and has a residential property that you can really show these off in. Let's face it in a lot of houses these will just look odd on the wall, but particularly in an old house or a barn or warehouse conversion they should look absolutely stunning.
Surely the last time wood was ever used for the exterior of an automobile!
I'm old enough to remember seeing people stripping these down and restoring them whilst they were still going concerns. I've seen them beavering away where the elm has simply rotted away, obviously from decades of being exposed to the elements and not being properly maintained. I can remember when I was younger a neighbour leaving his horse lorry in our barn and him painstakingly restoring the wooden exterior of that at weekends and during evenings. His wife was into horses, not him, but he simply loved the vehicle.
It is these enthusiasts I admire so much. I know they can be seen as nerdy, but I remember the anarchic restoration of a Triumph Herald by an ex girlfriend’s brother as he and his mates then set off around Europe on it, before breaking down very badly, so the car was left abroad!
But go to car shows and see some of the amazing restoration projects and how these wonderful enthusiasts restore our old car history and cherish their motors like you did your first love.
They are not your rich car collector who hoard their treasures away, these people painstakingly restore old written off bangers and then parade them at car shows for ALL of us to see.
So a genuine three cheers for the wonderful people keeping our car history on the roads and for sharing them with us with such passion.
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