1962 Wolseley Hornet.
MSRP | Engine | HP | Manufactured |
n/a | 848cc | n/a | n/a |
In 1961 BMC added two small "luxury" models to its impressive Mini range, the Riley Elf and Wolseley Hornet.
1962 Wolseley Hornet.
The Elf and Hornet both shared a distinctive, "long-tailed" body shell which had special front panels to accommodate the two marques traditional, up-right grilles. The longer tail incorporated extended rear wings (with upright tail lamps and "fins") which provided a much larger boot area with a top hinged boot lid.
MkI Hornets were powered by the standard Mini 848cc A-Series engine which seemed slightly underpowered towards the end of the models life. Hornets were well equipped, the interior featuring extra sound proofing, quality seat coverings and Cooper instruments mounted in a walnut centre panel.
(source: motorbase).
Wolseley Hornet logo.
Wolseleley emblem.
Wolseley Hornet MkIII promo card.
1962 "Wonderful . Wonderful: Wolseley Hornet": 8 page non-color folder cover. (source: McLellans Automotive).
1963-1964 "Wonderful . Wonderful: Wolseley Hornet", 12 page color brochure cover. (source: McLellans Automotive).
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