DFW Car & Toy Museum Acquires Rare 1967 Morris Minor Convertible, Final Year of U.S. Imports

The DFW Car & Toy Museum has enhanced its automotive collection with the addition of a historically significant 1967 Morris Minor 1000 Deluxe Convertible to The Ron Sturgeon Collection. This acquisition represents more than just another classic car addition—it marks the preservation of a vehicle from the final year Morris officially imported the Minor to American markets, creating a rare piece of international automotive history now housed in Texas.

The 1967 Morris Minor Convertible's journey from its original California sale to Oregon and eventual acquisition by its previous owner in 1979 illustrates the cross-country mobility that characterized American automotive culture. The vehicle underwent a comprehensive refurbishment in 1981 that included fresh white paint, reupholstered red vinyl interior, and a tan cloth convertible top, creating what museum owner Ron Sturgeon describes as "a beautifully preserved reminder of when less was more in the world of motoring."

Mechanically, the Minor features a 1,098cc inline-four engine paired with a four-speed manual transmission that was rebuilt during the 1970s. The rear-wheel-drive convertible maintains the light, simple driving characteristics that made the model popular during its production years. This acquisition matters to automotive enthusiasts and historians because it represents the end of an era—the 1967 model year marked the cessation of official Morris Minor exports to the United States, making surviving examples increasingly rare in American collections.

The vehicle's classic silhouette, unmistakable front grille, and modest charm have made it a favorite among automotive enthusiasts and collectors. Sturgeon emphasizes that "this Morris Minor Convertible tells a great story—from the California coast to our collection in Fort Worth." The car comes with correct VIN documentation and decades of careful ownership history, providing authenticity that enhances its value as a historical artifact.

The museum, now located at 2550 McMillan Parkway in Fort Worth, offers visitors the opportunity to view this piece of automotive history alongside other classic vehicles. The 150,000 square foot facility provides free parking and admission, operating Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. More information about the museum and its collections can be found at https://dfwcarandtoymuseum.com.

This acquisition demonstrates the museum's commitment to preserving significant automotive artifacts that represent important chapters in motoring history. For Texas businesses and economic development observers, the museum's continued expansion of its collection reinforces the state's growing reputation as a hub for automotive preservation and tourism. The 1967 Morris Minor Convertible serves as a tangible connection to an era when practical, economical transportation crossed international boundaries, creating a shared automotive heritage between Britain and America that continues to influence global automotive design and manufacturing today.