Clifford Mk1, I think.

Hi Guys,
Im new here and as usual for a newby am looking for some advice.
I have a Clifford Mk1, well thats what I bought it as. What I am trying to find out is which engine is on it.  I know its Villiers but am unable to find any plates to identify it.
It ran but has stopped, has anyone got a manual for it or can anyone help me identify the engine so I can get a manual and share it with you guys.
I have attached pictures, please ignore the tyres they are wheelbarrow ones used to roll it around, will put some 300's on if I can find them.
Many thanks in advance.
Blob

hi you could contact Tillerparts.com they are the clifford experts. it isproberly a mk 25 2stroke engine. you willhave quite a job getting spares for it . the tines are pretty difficult to get now. regards johnhar

Hi, thanks for the site, sadly that sites not working.

Got it running again, fitted new spark plug and it runs ok, bit lumpy but runs. I think the carb has a probem as it dribbles a little fuel but hey at 50+ years its going to go back to work.

It would still be a great help to get hold of the engine details and manuals, if I find any I'll post copies for all to share.
Cheers,
Blob

Spares will be availible but at a cost, even new coils ect. Off out right now but i will consult the bible (70 years of garden machinery, not "the" bible) and see what engine these had origonaly

That would be great and very much appreciated.
Cheers,
Blob

The mk1 had a 80cc JAP motor and when launched in 1954 cost £68 10s
In 1955 a villiers 147cc two stroke was offered as a option,
Ridgers, hoes, mowers and a hedge trimmer were available as attachments.

Thanks for that so makes mine a post 1955, a spring chicken then.
 

Almost new

Yeah, not even run in yet.