Automobile [Morris Cowley]
Maker and role
Morris Motor Company Limited, Manufacturer
Production date
1925
Object detail
Accession number
1978.709
Production period
Description
1925 Morris Cowley, Regn. No. BN 9231; Engine No. 140258; dark green body with blue mudguards. Convertible with black vinyl canopy. Grey/green vinyl padded seats. Wooden dashboard. 4 cylinder, 11.9 HP, 1.548 litre, petrol driven.
Brief History
In 1925 when this car was built, Morris was the largest car maker in Britain. Morris Motor cars were globally popular and were produced relatively cheaply but with excellent handling and high standards. .
This model was known as the Bullnose Morris, because of its rounded radiator.
Specifications:
Type: Open tourer
Model: Morris Cowley
Manufacturer: Morris Motor Company Ltd
Country manufactured: England
Date: 1925
Engine type: Petrol, 4-cylinder
Engine capacity: 1.548 litres
Horse power: 11.9 HP
Gearbox: 3 forward speeds, 1 reverse
This model was known as the Bullnose Morris, because of its rounded radiator.
Specifications:
Type: Open tourer
Model: Morris Cowley
Manufacturer: Morris Motor Company Ltd
Country manufactured: England
Date: 1925
Engine type: Petrol, 4-cylinder
Engine capacity: 1.548 litres
Horse power: 11.9 HP
Gearbox: 3 forward speeds, 1 reverse
Marks
PLUME / MOTOR / SPORT Painted
Media/Materials
Other name
Cowley
Collection
Credit Line
Morris Motor Company Limited. 1925. Automobile [Morris Cowley], 1978.709. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).
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