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£3,920 (Est: £4,000 - £6,000)
1953 Morris Six Police Car
United Kingdom • 6 Aug 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1953 Morris Six MS, an ex-Staffordshire Police car with a documented history, including appearances on 'Miss Marple' and 'Top Gear'. It was garage-stored for 28 years and comes with memorabilia, making it an interesting vehicle for collectors.
Condition
6
The car was stored in a garage for 28 years, suggesting potential mechanical issues due to inactivity. The listing mentions wear and tear but also highlights appearances in TV shows, implying some level of cosmetic maintenance. There are old MOT certificates which would indicate that the car has been reconditioned and is road worthy. The car would likely need further reconditioning to bring it to a better standard.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
CAA1112512
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
MAB170
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Description Ex-Staffs Police; interesting history; original bakelite phone and Police radio; as seen on TVs 'Miss Marple' and 'Top Gear'; garage stored for 28 years! In 1953, Morris police cars were a familiar sight on British roads, especially the Morris Six MS, a large saloon with a straight-six engine, known for its upright grille and long bonnet and used for patrol and pursuit duties due to its size and power.
Manufactured in 1953 this Morris six wore the number plate MAB 107.
During active service the car was owned by the Chief constable of Staffordshire, and it was then sold on to his chauffeur after its time with the force was up, after which it was then laid up, unused in the garage for 28 years! Once recommissioned, it made appearances in the TV film “Miss Marple (They Do It With Mirrors)” in 1991 and also featured in “Top Gear”.
All of this is well documented in the very interesting history file and additional boxes that also contains seven old MOT certificates, tax discs,...
Points of note
£3,920
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£12,905
Median Price (Since 2020)
£16,126
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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