Highlights

One of only 50 anniversary models developed by Morgan Aero Racing
4,250 documented miles from new
Regularly maintained by the same Morgan specialist from new
Serviced and checked annually to April 2025
One registered keeper from new
Tastefully specified in silver with Ox Blood leather and black fittings
Always garaged and not driven in the winter

The Appeal

BMW has its M Division, and since 2002, Morgan buyers have had access to the firm’s Aero Racing Motorsport Division (ARM). Having honed its skills putting the firm’s cars on race tracks, it then developed a range of upgrades for the showroom.

The ARP4 was specially engineered by ARM in 2015 to mark the 65th anniversary of the firm’s classic Plus 4. Just 50 were made available, each one featuring a huge list of upgrades and bespoke features. Central to the improvements were a 225bhp Cosworth 4cyl 2L engine, special five-link rear suspension, upgraded braking system and adjustable Spax shocks. Visual surprise and delight features included AR dials, bespoke colour trims, AR black alloys and a special red painted chassis.

This 2016 ARP4 was bought by the seller new and has covered just 4,250 miles in the intervening decade. Due to the ARM upgrades, many of these cars have found their way onto the track, but not this car. We’re told that it has always been garaged and never used in the winter. The condition of the silver paintwork and ox blood leather cabin is commensurate with that care and sparing use.

Despite the low mileage, the car has returned annually (except 2021) to Morgan specialist Lifes Motors for servicing and checks. The last visit was in April 2025 at 4,118 miles. In fine condition and with such low mileage, this is a collector-grade example of a very special Morgan.

History and Paperwork

First registered 4th May 2016 in the United Kingdom
One registered keeper from new
Seldom used, having covered 4,250 miles from new
Mileage is supported by MOT and servicing records but is not warranted
Garage kept and not driven in the winter, we are told
Last MOT valid until 7th April 2026 with no advisories
Factory handbook, service book and ARP wallet
Trickle charger
Two sets of keys with ARP fob and keyring
Stereo handbook
V5C

Major and Minor service history by Lifes Motors (further details in photos):

04/25 - 4,118 miles
08/24 - 4,094 miles
07/23 - 4,020 miles
08/22 - 3,774 miles
08/20 - 2,967 miles
08/19 - 2,100 miles
08/18 - 1,558 miles
08/17 - 1,200 miles
02/16 - 975 miles

ARP4 specification:

2.0-litre Cosworth 'YD' Duratec 4-cylinder engine with 225 bhp @ 6500rpm.
Dry sump lubrication, throttle bodies, carbon fibre air box, forged pistons, and connecting rods.
0-60mph in roughly 5.5–6 seconds and estimated 130 mph top speed
5-speed manual (Mazda MX-5 sourced)
Solid rear axle with 3.9:1 ratio.
5-link rear suspension with AR Motorsport-developed coil springs and trailing arms.
Spax adjustable front and rear.
AR developed 4-pot braking system with cooling ducts.
Front and rear LED lights.
Bespoke AR bonnet with cold air intake scoop.
Image lightweight 16″ x 7" 5-stud alloy wheels with Yokohama Advan tires
Rear undertray with diffuser, flush petrol cap, and blacked-out components.
Autophoretic coated red painted chassis, valances, and bulkhead.
Leather door pulls, aluminum floor/bulkhead panels
Suede-covered Momo steering wheel.
Embroidered reclining sports seats
4.1 speaker system with subwoofer
Box weave carpet
LED footwell lighting
Traditional ash wood frame with aluminum panels.
Approximately 927 kg (under 1 tonne)

The Condition

Factory standard ARP4 that even retains its factory-spec Yokohamas
Silver metallic paintwork in very good order with black exterior trim
Black fabric folding roof in good working order and condition
Fitted with chrome rear luggage rack
Black 16in ARM alloy wheels in very good order
Factory fitted Yokohama tyres in good condition with decent tread remaining
Well kept Oxblood red leather interior with box weave grey carpets with matching piping
Interior shows few indications of wear as can be checked in photos
The vendor describes the car as being in as-new condition

The ARP4 is a very Morgan take on the titivated performance machine. As you’ll read below, the mechanics are impressive, but what makes this car so appealing is the firm’s attention to the aesthetic details. It’s an approach valued by Morgan buyers and which rewards the eye as you inspect this car.

The silver metallic paintwork, black trim and Oxblood leather is a very tasteful combination and thanks to the low use it remains in virtually ‘as new’ condition. We love the bespoke ARP dials, exterior decals, alloys, bonnet scoop and special order box weave carpets. This is a very pretty car that stands out amongst contemporary Morgans.

The Mechanics

Cosworth-tuned 1,999cc 225bhp 4cyl engine
Mazda Five-speed manual transmission
ARM braking system
Five link ARM rear suspension system
Spax adjustable shock absorbers
Very low documented mileage of 4,250 miles
Only every maintained by same Morgan specialist
Last serviced in April 2025 at 4,18 miles
No advisories on last MOT in April 2025

The ARP4 is no showroom queen - it has been thoroughly re-engineered by ARM using its experience racing Morgans. Key upgrades include that Cosworth-tuned 2L 4yl engine, which is good for 225bhp, while the handling is sharpened by a bespoke five link rear suspension set up. Enhanced brakes and adjustable Spax shocks head a long list of improvements that we’ve detailed above.

Thanks to all those changes, many ARP4s find their way to track days and other circuit-oriented lives. This car has led a very different, much more cossetted life, focused on very sparing use by its single keeper. Always garaged and never used in the winter, it is in fine health. Regular maintenance by the same Morgan specialist, as detailed above, underlines this point.

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