Description
This 1951 Morgan Plus 4 is in stunning condition throughout, and has significant historical importance. Driven by factory test driver Charlie Curtis in 1950, and confirmed in his personnel log and other factory records, as being the first left hand drive in the series and the first to be exported.
Presented in its original Green livery with black interior and weather equipment, she really is a sight to behold.
After being repatriated in the early 1990’s she underwent a total rebuild by Phaeton Engineering of Emsworth to include but not limited to-
Factory chassis modified shot blast clean zinc coated, new bulkhead and front cross frame.
Refurbished suspension throughout including up-rated track rod and drag link.
New ash frame etc immersed in Cuprinol.
New aluminium body panels and bonnet (all ex factory).
All of this assembled using the latest mastic sealants, rust inhibitors and protective coatings.
Stainless nuts, bolts, washers, screws, door hinge pins, stays etc throughout where possible.
Painted Connaught Green with wings off and separate green wing beading fitted.
Full stainless exhaust system including flexible down tube through chassis.
Brake system overhauled with new cylinders, pipes, hoses, shoes etc.
New modified complete wiring loom incorporating authentic style braided Finnish.
New distributor, coil etc.
Correct style cream instruments set sourced cluster/ speedo/ rev counter, all fully refurbished. New radiator to correct specifications ( by George Proudfoot “ supplier” to MMC).
Circa 1957 TR3 High Port engine acid clean rebuilt new pistons/ liners and balanced crank/ flywheel, chambers/ ports polished etc.
SU H6 1 3/ 4 carbs fully rebuilt.
Fully re trimmed interior/ panels in black leather with green carpet set.
New hood, refurbished side screens and full and half tonneau with storage bag.
Britax lap diagonal safety belts.
Bespoke Perspex side wind deflectors.
2005 Dashboard in solid mature 80 year old maple ( not veneer) fitted.
2005 Moss gearbox fully rebuilt by Billy Bellinger (JB Sports Engineering).
The inefficient and messy standard Morgan oiler system from the engine was replaced with the discrete Phaeton closed greaser system. The list goes on!
I honestly don’t believe there can be a nicer Flat Rad Plus 4 available at the moment, she’s beautiful!
Since completion she has only covered some 13, 000 miles , winning many trophies along the way. She is an absolute pleasure to drive and has absolutely no trouble keeping up with modern traffic. I’ve driven her over 150 miles this week alone, as I can’t get enough of driving her!
A sound investment and a great addition to any collection.
Nationwide Mainland delivery available with our in-house fully enclosed transport.
