The Hillman Minx was sold under the Rootes group, from 1932-70, there was also badge-engineered versions which were sold under the Humber, Singer, and Sunbeam marques The 1945 Phase I was built after the war and was the same shape as the prewar Minx with 1185cc side valve engine. 1947 Phase II was a slightly improved Phase I The 1948 Phase III got a new shape, available in Saloon, Estate and Convertible but still with the 1185cc engine. The engine was bored out for the 1949 Phase IV to 1285cc The 1952 Phase VI got a facelift and a Coupe was available. The 1953 Phase VII got an oval surround for the grille The 1954 Phase VIII got the new 1390cc OHV engine and now vertical bars in the grille. A new shape in 1956 started again with Series I