One of the best-loved Morris Minor variants, the Traveller estate was introduced in 1953. Equipped with the same independent torsion bar front suspension, all round drum brakes and rack and pinion steering as its saloon sibling, it proved just as enjoyable to drive. With its foldable rear seat boosting versatility, it's as happy carrying hay bales or bicycles as children and wet dogs.
In 1962 the old 948cc engine was dropped in favour of a larger 1098cc unit that produced a heady 48bhp and could whisk the car up to a top speed of 77mph. Other modifications included a new dashboard layout (a lidded glove box on the passenger side, an open cubby hole in front of the driver), a different heater, plus new, larger tail/flasher and front side/flasher lamps. From 1962 the 1000 range began to slowly wind down to the inevitable close in 1971. By 1969 production of the Morris 1000 Tourer had stopped, next went the Saloons in 1970 and finally the Traveller and commercials in 1971.
First registered in August 1970, this pale blue Traveller has had two lady owners since 1987 and was purchased through Brightwells a few years ago. It has been used, improved and enjoyed ever since. The woodwork is very good and it comes with many bills dating back to 1988 showing regular maintenance. It is MOTd until September 2012. The current vendor entrusted the car to the Morris Minor Centre in Bath where significant expenditure in early 2010 included restoration to the underside of the vehicle, including welding-in new repair sections and thoroughly undersealing the vehicle. At this time a brake servo was fitted and a myriad of small detail issues attended to. The end result is that BEA 286J is now in superb condition throughout and is only looking for a new owner due to lack of storage space. For those looking for a really nice Traveller, this example will certainly take a lot of beating.
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