Interesting Facts About the Austin 1100
The Austin 1100 debuted in the early 1960s as part of BMC's ADO16 programme, quickly becoming a staple on British roads. Its production spanned nearly two decades, ending with a notable engine upgrade in the late 1970s.
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Launch Timeline
The Morris version of the 1100 was launched in August 1963, and the Austin version followed shortly after, rolling off the Longbridge production line on 6 September 1963.
ADO16 Project Roots
The car was developed under BMC's "ADO16" code – standing for Austin Design Office Project Id 16 – and was first introduced by the British Motor Corporation as the Morris 1100 before the Austin model appeared.
Final Phase‑out and Engine Upgrade
The 1100 Special (along with the 850 City) was phased out by 1980, and that same year the model received an upgraded A‑Plus engine sourced from the newer Metro.
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