The Series I, coded DO1101, was introduced in March 1958 as a lightweight, close coupled saloon with the torsion bar front and leaf spring rear suspension, floor pan and rack and pinion steering of the Morris Minor. It was powered by the 1489 cubic centimeter B series engine with the four speed gearbox of the MG Magnette, and was unique to Australia with very high local content. Its model years run from 1958 to 1959.
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Source Wikipedia: Morris MajorLead paragraph, manufacturertier 2Quote, Lead paragraph, manufacturer
produced by BMC Australia between 1958 and 1964
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WikipediaSeries I (1958 to 1959)
The Morris Major and Austin Lancer were introduced in March 1958, designated DO1101
Year: Series I (1958 to 1959)
The Morris Major and Austin Lancer were introduced in March 1958, designated DO1101
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produced by BMC Australia between 1958 and 1964
Series I (1958 to 1959), engine
All models in this series were powered by the famous B series power unit (I4,) of 1489 cc
Body style, sedan: Series I (1958 to 1959)
DO1101 was a lightweight, close coupled saloon incorporating the front torsion bar/rear leaf spring suspension, floor pan and accurate rack and pinion steering from the Morris Minor.
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