1955 marked the first year of the Series III production Metropolitan
In addition from the transition of the 1.2 liter I4 Austin engine to the 1.5 liter I4 BMC motor the Metropolitan received a complete visual cosmetic make over
The non-functional hood scoop was removed, polished stainless steel spears were added to the body to incorporate two colors, a new grille was added, and “houndstooth” or checked interior was used