Not sure if this has been posted before, did a quick search and too much stuff to go through, there are also some interesting links at the top and bottom of the page, with some interesting old photos from the 60's and 70's. Apologies if it has been posted before but I couldn't find it. Lots of reading if you have time.

http://mk1-performance-conversions.co.uk/downton.htm

Strangely personal insight into the Downtons. Must have been written by someone who knew them personally.

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1966 Morris Mini Deluxe
.... 4 bicycles and 3 screaming kids.

Written by Mark Forster who also runs the Mk1 Performance conversions website & forums. A very knowledgeable bloke, who has owned more than his fair share of genuine Downtown gear & vehicles over the years.

cheers

Jacob

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'72 Clubman Van - 1022cc, 295 head, 731 cam - Daily Driver
'69 Morris 1100 S - Dinged by a bus, in shed under repair
'64 Morris 1100 - Early 1100, long term project

Most of the info was provided by Barry Hawkins, who was essentially the 2IC at Downton, so yeah, I think you find our more from someone like that, than most books.

And my hat goes off to Mark for putting together and constantly up-dating his fabulous web site.

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