The Estate retained the same front as other Mk3's incorporating the Satin black grille, and plain bumper. On this particular example the black appears to be quite effective, and finishes the front end styling.

The engine bay lost the radiator box, and the bulk head panelling has been redesigned. Earlier cars were rounded under where the regulator box sits. This example on the other hand is much flatter. The bay looks different as well, as the clutch cylinder is missing, and the positioning of the ignition coil. This was only put here on automatics.

Mk2 & Mk3 Estates were all given a fake wooden side trim. Unlike other BMC/BL models this was in fact a fablon finish over an alloy strip. It certainly divides the bodywork up.

The door handles on Mk2 & Mk3 two door cars, make you wonder why? Originally on Mk1 two door cars BMC fitted the standard handle. So why did they change it to this two piece set up? Although its quite a novelty it does confuse you when you try and press the normal styled handle.

BMC/BL decided that they'd leave the fins on the estate. Perhaps to compensate for the larger upright boot? I can't imagine the rear end looking too good with the flatter tail lights being fitted.

Nothing too fancy fitted to the wheels, just enough to cover the hub nuts. Plain hubcaps were used from 1971 onwards. Although some cars from the dealers came complete with pressed "A" hubcaps. As per the request of some of owners who were part exchanging their earlier model.

Also fitted to Mk2 & Mk3 estates was this strange little piece of chrome fitted along the roof. Perhaps to stop the rain water running from off the roof and down the back window?

Rear opening windows on the estate add to character. On Mk3 cars only the front piece of glass would open. On Mk1 & Mk2 versions both pieces of glass would have opened.

The overall load space didn't change, however the side trims on this particular colour look to finish the car off. Wide opening boot was popular, why not make is standard?

The Mk3 dashboard, making Blue Peter proud! Here's one we made earlier. Not a choice popular with myself, however BL were going for the American feel to the car. Face level vents were much better... Just remember if you waxoyl inside your bulkhead not to cover the inside of these with waxyoyl, they literally poke into holes in the bulkhead!!

The Mk3 door trim styling was similar except for how the lines were distributed on the doors. Mk2 & Mk3 estates had the safety door opening mechanisms. Mk1 cars were fitted with the standard pull lever. A different window winder was also used? Why?

Overall more comfort in your Mk3, larger front seats, deeper carpeting, and face level ventilation.