1956 Morris Minor 1000 | Llantwit Major, Vale of Glamorgan

A 1956 Morris Minor 1000, the small British family car known for its roomy cabin and approachable handling. The 1000 brought a curved one-piece windscreen and a larger rear window, which gave the Minor a lighter, more open look than the split-screen cars before it. This car is green outside and green inside, a matching scheme that keeps it uncluttered in frame. Its 1098cc engine sits under the bonnet, and the cabin seats four. In very good condition, it can stand close to the camera without fuss. Its upright body and rounded lines suit 1950s-set film and television, and period advertising, where the single colour reads clearly. Photography and fashion and editorial shoots get soft shapes and a plain backdrop, while events gain a gentle, nostalgic note. It also makes a quiet choice for a wedding or a day out. The car is based in Llantwit Major, in the Vale of Glamorgan.