1959 Other Makes Morris Minor

Sedan

Chevy 4.3L V6

Chevy Turbo 350 automatic

Clear

Gasoline

You will be bidding on a 1959 MORRIS MINOR that has been built as a REPLICA of a 1960s era GASSER DRAG RACE CAR. This recently finished project is TOTALLY STREET LEGAL and has CURRENT REGISTRATION and CLEAR CALIFORNIA TITLE in my name. EVERYTHING is either NEW OR REBUILT with the exception of the Chevy rear end which has approximately 20,000 miles and the Chevy Turbo 350 transmission which has approximately 15,000 miles. ALSO INCLUDED is a CD with over 140 progress pictures, an instruction manual file and an Excel file with every part listed. The Morris is an ORIGINAL CALIFORNIA CAR with the only rust being in the floor pan and the lower edge of the trunk lid because it was left outside sitting open for a few years. A couple of patch panels were welded into the floor and it was treated with rust preventing products. A factory patch panel was welded into the trunk lid. The body was stripped to bare metal, etched primed and sandable primed. All of the English Whitworth Thread bolts and nuts have been replaced with American Standard Thread. The under carriage, engine compartment and interior are near show quality with the exception of the bucket seats which could use reupholstering. The only thing left to do is minor body work (small dings and dents) and paint if you so desire. The graphics are decals that will peal off if you decide to paint. The MORRIS DRIVES STRAIGHT AND TRUE and CRUISES at 65 MPH WITH EASE but do not expect the ride of a Cadillac. It is stiff and somewhat noisy like a race car would be (that adds to the fun). It is sure to win trophies at your local car shows and compliments where ever you go. If you are lucky enough to live near a drag strip you can drive to the track, race the nostalgia gasser class all day and drive home afterwards. I would only recommend this car for an experienced driver. The short wheel base and light weight coupled with the horsepower could be a challenge for the inexperienced. My hobby has always been cars and over the years I have built or restored many. I am retired and started this project three and a half years ago to keep myself busy. Now that the fabrication (my expertise) is complete I am ready to move on to another project. I have well over the starting bid in parts cost alone. Some of the MAJOR COMPONENTS are: CHEVY 4.3L, 262 C.I. V6 REBUILT ENGINE EDLEBROCK ALUMINUM INTAKE MANIFOLD EDELBROCK #1405 CARBURETOR (600 CFM) CUSTOM FABRICATED EXHAUST HEADERS CHEVY TURBO 350 TRANSMISSION CHEVY S-10 REAR END w/3.42 GEARS CUSTOM FABRICATED TUBULAR FRONT CLIP TUBULAR FRONT AXLE WITH GM POWER DISK BRAKES GRIFFIN ALUMINUM RADIATOR CENTERLINE CHAMP 500 WHEELS 15 x 4 front & 15 x 7.5 rear NEW TIRES 145/65R-15 front & 215/60R-15 rear GM TILT STEERING COLUMN BORGESON STEERING JOINTS VEGA STEERING BOX ALL NEW WIRING & GAUGES 12 GALLON RCI FUEL CELL RJS 4 POINT HARNESS BOTH SEATS I have tried to describe the Morris to the best of my ability and show everything possible in the many pictures but SERIOUS BIDDERS are encouraged to E-MAIL me with ANY QUESTIONS PRIOR TO BIDDING. I check my e-mail often so you will receive prompt answers. Thanks for looking and good luck bidding. ATTENTION – ATTENTION – ATTENTION CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS WHICH MUST BE FOLLOWED TO THE LETTER. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS! THE MORRIS IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS with NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED, WRITTEN OR IMPLIED. I will ONLY SELL TO the USA and CANADA. ALL SHIPPING COSTS, ARRANGEMENTS and any TAXES, DUTIES or FEES are the RESPONSIBILITY OF the BUYER. I will make the Morris available for a PERSONAL INSPECTION by you or your representative DURING THE AUCTION and will be happy to work with you and your transportation company to coordinate pick-up. Car must be PICKED UP WITHIN 14 DAYS of auction end. AFTER 14 DAYS a STORAGE CHARGE of $10.00 PER DAY will be assessed unless prior arrangements have been made. Make sure your FUNDING IS IN PLACE and you have CLEARED THE PURCHASE WITH YOUR SIGNIFICANT OTHER prior to bidding. WINNING BIDDER must CONTACT ME via e-mail WITHIN 24 HOURS of auction end with name, address, phone number and payment information. A NON-REFUNDABLE $1000.00 DEPOSIT VIA PAYPAL IS DUE WITHIN 24 HOURS OF AUCTION END. THE BALANCE VIA CASHIER’S CHECK OR CASH IN PERSON IS DUE WITHIN 72 HOURS OF AUCTION END. THE CAR WILL NOT BE RELEASED UNTIL ALL FUNDS CLEAR. Any bidder with LESS THAN 10 POSITIVE FEEDBACKS must e-mail for PERMISSION TO BID otherwise your bid will be rejected. This car is also advertised locally and I reserve the right to end the auction early.