nicks_fun Posted August 14, 2012 Share Posted August 14, 2012 All, I am a newby on the forum and am helping an elderly friend who is seeking to restore his 1934 Morris Commercial staff Car, I have three photocopies of original photo's I will copy across tomorrow onto the forum I am looking to identify any information at all on these cars, at all. I have scanned your informative forum and havent managed to shed much light on these vehicles. Many thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted August 14, 2012 Share Posted August 14, 2012 Welcome in. Post the pictures and see what happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Garrison Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Welcome Would have to agree with Tony... Pics would be great to start with.. and an idea of what sort of information were you looking for? Restoration, parts of historical stuff.. :laugh: Best of luck with the project. Always good to see another staff car in the making. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runflat Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Is this the 6x4 open staff car based on the CD lorry? If so then this is a significant announcement - they were believed to be extinct! There are a couple of pictures of these vehicles in "Staff Cars of the Thirties" by Peter Hardy (published in 1990 by ISO publications), which may be the same as those you have. There was a similar version built on the D type chassis with both open and enclosed bodywork - though the enclosed version was aimed more at the civilian market. Photos of the project, please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willyslancs Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 welcome along mate , get them piccies out :thumbsup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snapper Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Welcome to the Friendly Forum. You appear to have us hooked. So, please don't leave us hanging too long! :-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicks_fun Posted August 15, 2012 Author Share Posted August 15, 2012 Here is the car as it left the showroom, the state its in no bears no resemblance sadly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Welcome. I am sure the project will stir alot of interest, I look forward to seeing its progress! I have only seen one of these as a Dinky toy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David B. Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 As a MCC Adderley Park product,it would appear that this model was bodied locally at the Mulliner works. I don't know if the Mulliner archives were rescued and went to Gaydon but I visit the old works sometimes and I doubt somehow if any information is left there. The old factory now houses a Pakistani firm who make mattresses but I will call them just to see if anything remains in a cupboard ! I spoke to B and M recently and will ring them if there is any news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runflat Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Wow, it is a CD staff car. This is so exciting. :clap::clap: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tim gray Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Wow, it is a CD staff car. This is so exciting. :clap::clap: An understatement if i may be so bold, would you happen to have any pics of the lady as she exists now?? Facinating how these vehicle pop out of the wood work Regards Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woa2 Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 I do know of another car locally to me and the owner thought it the only one left. His car has no rear body just a chassis and engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runflat Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 This is of poor quality but worth seeing for a couple of shots of these cars (quite aside from the amusement factor): http://www.britishpathe.com/video/6-wheel-motors Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brooky Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 It is just amazing that stuff still turns up Never say there are none left We really need pictures......................pretty please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick W Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 I have a steering box which should suit that, if in need, let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stefano Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 wow wow wow wow wow this is fantastic news. Pictures please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gritineye Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 One of my all time favorite vehicles, often look at my Dinky toy one and plan how to build a replica! Pics please, we really do need pics... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
les freathy Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Now THAT is mega rare and must be restored Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David B. Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 I do know of another car locally to me and the owner thought it the only one left. His car has no rear body just a chassis and engine. Robert, it is one and the same vehicle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Ashby Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 Robert, it is one and the same vehicle. Ah I did wonder Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PoTtrucks Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 Hi It's probably later than 1934. Has anyone got any more photos? It would be really interesting to see them. Thanks PoTtrucks (B&MV) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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