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Marque Models – MG 1100
Just like the Morris 1100 we featured last week, the second ADO16 to be produced by Marque Models is still available to buy, the MG 1100, Model Number 2062...
...each model is hot die cast at approximately 250℃ in high grade solid pewter – comprising 90% tin with the remaining 10% being made up from trace elements including copper and antimony; tin is often referred to as the 4th most precious metal after platinum, gold and silver.
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This week’s cover image – this week in 1967 saw the UK public being introduced to the re-styled ADO16 at London’s Earls Court Motor Show; our featured car from the Isle of Man carries an Austin 1100 Mark II badge, it’s a 2-door Deluxe, possibly a Mark III despite its number plate but this image really highlights the sleek revamp the ADO16 saw.
This week’s cover image – this week in 1967 saw the UK public being introduced to the re-styled ADO16 at London’s Earls Court Motor Show; our featured car from the Isle of Man carries an Austin 1100 Mark II badge, it’s a 2-door Deluxe, possibly a Mark III despite its number plate but this image really highlights the sleek revamp the ADO16 saw.
That’s definitely a Mk3 with those plain hub caps and colour. Nice car though!
Yes, with the Isle of Man, it is very difficult to determine the age based upon the registration. I still haven't fathomed out how their registrations work. Will have to Google it!
Are Austin 1100s A Thing now? I don't recall people really rating them when they were new. The colours always left something to be desired, for a start. That colour (see photo) always makes me think of the contents of a newborn's nappy.
Launch of the 1100 Mark II & 1300 Models
London’s Earls Court show was traditionally used by the BMC to launch new models so each October we have plenty to remember but it is exciting when we uncover new material...
...in 1967 the show opened on Wednesday 18th October with the new 1100 Mark II and 1300 models being unveiled – this was probably the most significant change the ADO16 range ever saw; every model was now available with a choice of engine size, every model had new trim, every model had a revised bodyshell although it was less apparent for the estates and a 2-door ADO16 was now available in the UK as an Austin, Morris or MG.
We’re sure that in time even more images from the 1967, Earls Court Show will surface but until such a time we hope you enjoy the black & white ones we’ve never published before.
We’re the global umbrella for the ADO16, the BMC/British Leyland 1100/1300 – in well over 60 countries and with a Facebook Group approaching 2,800 members! You can join us too; the only ADO16 club with a FREE membership level: www.ado16.info/membership-join
Launch of the MG 1100
London’s Earls Court Motor Show of 1962 opened on the 17th October and was used to launch the MG 1100...
...how exciting it must have been to see a 2-door MG 1100 but it would be many years before the UK was to be offered a 2-door ADO16 – not so the USA and parts of Europe though!
At least the MG did gain side chrome trims – even if, as it appears, it was a late decision.
We’re the global umbrella for the ADO16, the BMC/British Leyland 1100/1300 – in well over 60 countries and with a Facebook Group approaching 2,800 members! You can join us too; the only ADO16 club with a FREE membership level: www.ado16.info/membership-join
That's what my car looks like right now lol
Shame the cut away car didn't survive/
