1959 Morgan 4/4 Series II 2litre 5spd
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Highlights
- Older restoration by specialist Carrosserie
- Ford 2.0l Pinto engine and a five-speed gearbox
- Classic British Racing Green with Minilite-style alloys
- MOT exempt but usefully regularly tested
- Current MOT to 31st March 2025 with no advisories
- Previous keeper from 1967
The Appeal
The 4/4 marked the arrival of Morgan’s classically styled sports cars. It was so good it remained in production, little changed, for an incredible 82 years.
That makes this 1959 Series II 4/4 a relatively early car. In line with the model’s evolution it is now usefully fitted with a Ford 2litre Pinto engine - similar to the later 1960s cars - and a 5spd gearbox for long-legged touring.
Classically finished in British Racing Green with smart Minilite-style alloys, it is in lovely condition following an older restoration by specialists Carrosserie. That is likely down to the handful of keepers - just four with one retaining the car from 1967 to 2023.
It is naturally MOT exempt but has been usefully regularly tested to give the buyer independent reassurance of the condition. The current test runs to the end of March 2025 with no advisories. The car was serviced and checked over at the same time as the MOT.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 17th November 1959
- MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt as a Historic Vehicle
- MOT to 31st March 2025 with no advisories and 25,428 miles showing on test
- Sparingly used since 2006 according to MOT records
- DVLA records two registered keepers
- Current keeper since 15th July 2023
- Older log book records a total of four registered keepers
- We are advised the previous owner retained the car from 1967 to 2023
- Recently underwent an oil change and general inspection
- Bodywork reportedly restored by Carrosserie (UK) Ltd of Barnard Castle
- Carrosserie's records indicate it went through its paint shop, but no invoice copy is available
- DVLA records indicate it was previous white and this was changed in April 1993
The Condition
- Classically finished in British Racing Green with work apparently done by Carrosserie
- Older restoration now showing some light marks visible in photographs
- These include a scuff on the offside wing and paint crack by the offside headlight body
- There are a couple of scratches on the nearside bonnet cover
- Vendor advises that there are some minor scratches elsewhere
- Chassis has been painted with a bitumastic type under seal
- Sits on Minilite-style alloy wheels in good order with non-matching steel spare
- Tidy interior with black seats piped green and smart veneer wood dashboard
- Four spoke factory sprung steering wheel
- Red seat belts fitted
- Black roof and side screens in good condition and appear to fit well
- The chrome work is generally good with some aging to note in photographs
The Mechanics
- Ford 1993cc Pinto engine fitted
- 5spd manual gearbox
- Front brake discs fitted but brakes are unassisted as per factory cars
- Vendor reports that there are no mechanical issues to advise buyers
- Recently serviced in March 2024
- General check over by MOT tester during recent test
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✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Car & Classic are run through an online HPI check, to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection or delivery.
Vehicle specification
- Year 1959
- Make Morgan
- Model 4/4
- Colour Green
- Odometer 25,471 Miles
- Engine size 1993
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Great Corby
- Location Cumbria
- Country United Kingdom
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bid
- james-h•••• £10,000 02/05/24
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