Now here is an interesting photo. The image was taken on the forecourt of a Nuffield Group dealership during the wartime period – note the shrouded headlamps and white wings. The three RAF personel ( a corporal on the far left), almost certainly the drivers of the three cars, are in the company of two civilians. It appears that the 1933 MG J2 Midget (AML 306) requires some attention (front valance removed) while the 1932 Glasgow registered MG M Type Midget (GG 6427) and Portsmouth registered 1934 Morris Minor (TP 8283) are just along for the ride. The Minor in particular is interesting and looks to be an amalgum of at least two cars. It’s registration was issued in 1929 while its radiator and windscreen are from a 1934 model. Its wheels originated on a 1931 season car while its wings with Lucas 1120 sidelights also started life attached to a 29-31 OHC car. The M Type looks as if its been fitted with the Minor’s 18″ wheels while its lost its front and side valences somewhere along the way. The body tub is far from original and its silencer is perilously close to the ground. Much more to test the imagination here, including the where and why?
