LOT 2

1922 Morris Cowley Bullnose 'Flannagan' Registration no. WA5629 Chassis no. 10598

Sold for £8,437.50 inc. premium

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1922 Morris Cowley Bullnose 'Flannagan'
Registration no. WA5629 Chassis no. 10598

Bonhams MPH March Auction **Sealed Bids**|23 March 2020, 17:00 GMT|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1922 Morris Cowley Bullnose 'Flannagan'
Registration no. WA5629
Chassis no. 10598

Odometer Reading: TBC
MoT Expiry: Exempt

*Father and daughter ownership since 1968
*Last on the road in 1990
*Generally good order

The 'Bullnose' Morris was in the vanguard of the British old car movement, with preservation interest beginning after the war. That interest, spurred on by Jarman and Barraclough's notable book 'The Bullnose and Flatnose Morris' ensured many survived and today they still have a loyal following. 'Flanagan', as our vendor calls this 1922 tourer, was bought by her father in 1968 and it was last used for her wedding in 1990. Since that date the Cowley has been garaged but that has contributed to its well-preserved bodywork, which boasts good panels and paint and a very good soft top. The seating is reasoanable but could benefit from improvement and the door panels are clean and tidy. Turning to the mechanicals the engine is fair when it comes to starting and running, the engine bay clean and tidy. Running gear is said to be good. Now ready for its next owner, 'Flanagan' reperesnts a great opportunity for lovers of this highly-regarded model.

Footnotes

Vendor Score Total: 57/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 20/25
Body Work: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 4
Glass: 4
Paint: 4
Wheels/Tyres: 4

INTERIOR TOTAL: 9/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 2
Headlining: 3
Seats: 2
Trim: 2

ENGINE TOTAL: 10/20
Mechanical components: 3
Running: 2
Starting: 2
Under Bonnet: 3

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 12/20
Axles: 3
Brakes: 3
Gearbox/Clutch: 3
Suspension: 3

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 4/10
Ancillary components: 2
Main components: 2

Car History File: 2/5

Saleroom notices

Please note the correct chassis number is D759A

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