
1925 Morris Oxford
The first owner of the vehicle was Major General Sir Leir Carleton, born 1841, son of Reverend William Marriott Leir. He assumed additional surname Carleton by Royal License in1899. He married on 10 November 1887, Henrietta Anne, Baroness of Dorchester, elder daughter and co heir of Guy Carleton. The car known as Frankie was featured on the BBC Blue Peter programme on the 3rd & 14th November 1977 when it was entered in the London to Brighton vintage car run to celebrate the centenary of Lord Nuffield ( William Morris) the car was driven by Peter Pervis, John Nokes and Lesley Judd. Frankie left Hyde Park at 7am with the Blue Peter fans cheering him on and arrived in Brighton at half past three in the afternoon, Frankie never missed a beat throughout the run.
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October 2026
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5.00 · 1 review
July 2026
We couldn't have wished for a more memorable experience for our son's prom. From the moment David arrived, it was clear that Frankie is far more than a beautiful 1925 Morris Oxford - she is a living piece of British motoring history. Before the day, I had read Frankie's fascinating story, from her first owner, Major General Sir Leir Carleton, to her appearance on *Blue Peter* in 1977 and her participation in the London to Brighton run celebrating the centenary of Lord Nuffield. Experiencing that history in person made the occasion incredibly special. David was warm, professional and passionate about Frankie's heritage, happily sharing her story and making our son feel completely at ease. In a world full of Bentleys and limousines, arriving in a car with over a century of history was something truly unique and unforgettable. Frankie isn't just a classic car - she is part of Britain's motoring heritage, and David is a wonderful custodian, ensuring that her remarkable story continues to be shared with future generations. Thank-you David, for helping create memories our family will treasure forever. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anyone looking for something genuinely special.
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