Restored and repainted about 5 years ago; later Series E engine and four-speed gearbox fitted for enhanced driving in modern traffic; nice transferable number of particular interest to Ferrari 599 ownersOne of the great automotive success stories, it is no exaggeration to say that the Eight was the car that saved Morris, offering a properly tempting alternative to the all-conquering Austin Seven.

Cheap and cheerful with lively road manners and room for all the family if one opted for the four-seater version, it was far more suited to Britain's increasingly crowded roads than the larger models that had formerly underpinned the Morris range.Better equipped than most of its 1934 competitors, it boasted electric wipers, a three-speed box with synchromesh on the top two gears and effective Lockheed hydraulic brakes.

Powered by a remarkably robust 23bhp 918cc four-cylinder side-valve engine with three-bearing crankshaft and single SU carburettor, it was good for 60mph and 40mpg.Available a...