Morgan Plus 8 Sports Roadster, 1970
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Chassis No.: R7250
Engine No.: 4400099A
£13,225 GBP | Sold
- Present ownership since 2003
- Purchased in the USA
- In regular use up to 2019 (stored since)
After a successful debut at the 1968 London Motor Show, production commenced at the rate of 15-or-so cars per month and would continue into the 21st Century, latterly with BMW power. While the traditionally styled Morgan's brick-like aerodynamics restricted top speed to around 125mph (more than fast enough for most people driving an open car) the Rover V8's 168bhp and 210lb/ft of torque made for supercar-league performance through the gears. Indeed, in its later 3.9-litre form, the Plus 8 proved quicker to 80mph than the contemporary Porsche 911 Turbo.
Finished in cream and black with tan leather interior, this Plus 8 was purchased new by one E A Houssiere Jr, who was serving at RAF Chicksands in Bedfordshire, which at that time was being operated by the United States Air Force. The Morgan was supplied by Allon White & Son (Cranfield) Ltd. A copy of the original purchase invoice shows that the car was delivered in a special colour finish (unspecified), with beige leather interior and hood, and side screens to match. A rear bumper, spare wheel cover, seat belts and a bonnet strap are listed as fitted options together with number plates for the UK registration 'UOP 193H'.
Our vendor purchased the Plus 8 in 2003 from Detroit-based Larry Moss, a director of the Michigan Region Classic Car Club of America. The car was used regularly in the USA before being shipped back to the UK in 2019 - reportedly in perfect running order - since when it has been in storage. Only relatively minor recommissioning should be required before the car returns to the road. Re-registered in the UK with its original number, the Morgan is offered with a V5C Registration Certificate.
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65 051 AED
