Maurice Wilks | |
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| Born | Maurice Fernand Cary Wilks 19 August 1904 Eastoke, Hayling Island, Hampshire, England |
| Died | 8 September 1963 (aged 59) Newborough, Anglesey, Wales |
| Nationality | English |
| Known for | Car design engineer |
| Relatives | Spencer Wilks (brother) |
Maurice Fernand Cary Wilks (19 August 1904 – 8 September 1963) was an English automotive and aeronautical engineer, and by the time of his death in 1963, was the chairman of the Rover Company. He was the founder of the Land Rover marque and responsible for the inspiration and concept work that led to the development of the first Land Rover off-road utility vehicle.