The Series II, coded DO1115, was released in July 1959 after the Series I had sold reasonably well and proved profitable thanks to shared components. It was thoroughly re-engineered, 9 inches longer with an extended wheelbase, tailfins and new front sheet metal, and styled along American lines. The axle and differential were modified after early rear axle failures that had hurt the brand image, and reviews were highly favourable. Its model years run from 1959 to 1962.
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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 II (1959 to 1962)
The Morris Major and Austin Lancer Series II models, designated DO1115, were released in July 1959.
Year: Series II (1959 to 1962)
The Morris Major and Austin Lancer Series II models, designated DO1115, were released in July 1959.
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produced by BMC Australia between 1958 and 1964
Series II (1959 to 1962), axle
Early Series I rear axle units had acquired an unfortunate reputation for major failure in service
Body style, sedan: Series II (1959 to 1962)
extended wheelbase, tailfins and new front sheet
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