. Bicycle manufacturer William Morris introduced his first car, the immortal 'Bullnose' Oxford, in 1913, starting a tradition of Morris Oxfords that was to continue right up until 1971. A cheaper Cowley version was launched in 1915 and quickly gained such an enviable reputation for reliability and build quality that, by the end of the 1920s, Morris had become Britain's largest car manufacturer holding a 51% share of its home market. The first Oxford models had 8.9hp White & Poppe engines but by 1919 these had been superseded by Coventry-made 11.9hp Hotchkiss engines which gave easy 50mph performance. A more conventional flat-fronted radiator replaced the distinctive 'Bullnose' type in late 1926, by which time the car had also gained four-wheel brakes. Easy to drive and maintain, the spacious and sturdy Oxford and Cowley models became Britain's most popular cars until sales were finally overtaken by the diminutive Austin Seven. With many body styles on offer, one of the prettiest was the two-seater model with dickey rear seat. This model on offer is of that layout and is often thought of as the prettiest of the Bullnose range. We are delighted to offer this two-seater model with dickey seat. Although off the road and in dry storage for many years, the car would benefit from recommissioning. Finished in dark green, the leather interior is nicely patinated consummate with its age and later paintwork which has been completed to a very good standard. The nicely trimmed Dickey seat works as it should and the car comes with a good hood and decent tyres. All in all this is a very pretty example of the iconic Bullnose, mechanically sound and ready to use. Also eligible for the many Edwardian car and VSCC events held regularly through the year.

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