Highlights

Huge history file with great provenance
Just two registered keepers from new
Same keeper since 1982
Low documented mileage
Beautifully finished in burgundy paintwork
Extensive ongoing and recent maintenance work
A very good example of these much-loved cars
ULEZ, MOT and costed Tax exempt

The Appeal

For 82 years the 4/4 defined what a Morgan sports car was. It did change, but not too much, which was just fine with buyers. And just as well - it has never varied from the classically styled, engaging-to-drive formula that makes it so popular.

The 1600 model adopted Ford’s Kent Crossflow engine from ‘68. Power was gradually increased to the 96bhp of this 1980 model. It is one of the last few hundred built and has been in the hands of the current keeper since 1982.

Beautifully finished in burgundy red, it has exceptionally good provenance. The thick history file is very impressive. It shows regular scheduled and preventative maintenance throughout the car’s life, with lots of bills from every decade of its life. The most recent work includes servicing, new alternator, a replacement heater matrix, and work to the brakes. The differential and gearbox oil have also been replaced.

The condition is a further reflection of the current keeper’s fastidiousness. The car presents very well - inside and out - for a 44 year old car. This car has clearly been loved and now looks perfect for a similarly enthusiastic and perfectionist owner.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 15th April 1980
VIN number B4654 with B5133 being the final 1600 car
Two registered keepers
Current keeper since 27th March 1982
Receipt for current keeper’s purchase included in history file
1 set of keys
Handbooks, magazines and workshop manuals
Photographs of the car included
Lots of old MOTs tracing the car’s life and verifying the mileage
Lots of invoices through the 80s, 90s, 00s, 10s and 20s
Various invoices from 10s and 20s shown in photographs
Some handwritten notes from early in the car’s life
Types invoice from Morgan for repairs in February 1982
Last MOT expired 28th September 2021 with 75,207 miles showing and no advisories
Now showing 76,756 miles
Historic Vehicle which is MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt

Notable recent maintenance:

Welding work in October 2017
Suspension and coolant system upgrades in July 17
Service and alternator in May 2021
Differential and gearbox oil replaced September 2021
Heater matrix replaced December 2021
Brakes checked and updated June 2023

The Condition

Smart red burgundy paintwork in very good order appearing to be original
Buyers should expect some patina due to originality such as chips and small marks
Bodywork presents very well with straight panels and good panel fit
Exterior fittings complete and in good order including chromework
Chromework includes rear luggage rack in good order
Sits on chrome wire wheels with knock off removal tools included and matching spare
Quality Continental tyres appearing to be in good condition
Black vinyl roof in good condition with matching side screens similarly well kept
Underside in good with no structural advisories on last MOT
Well kept interior with black seats and vinyl trim to transmission tunnel and dash
Well kept and unmodified factory cabin with few signs of age or wear
Black carpets with rubber protective over mats
Smiths auxiliary dials with clear screens and all said to be working
Black vinyl dashboard with matching dash roll in good order
Seller advises it’s a very good driving vehicle with a smooth running engine
Car comes with the rear hood cover and also the rain cover

The Mechanics

1,599cc Type 2265E 96bhp Ford Kent Crossflow engine
4spd manual gearbox
Extensive and continuous history file from early 1980s
Regular preventative and scheduled maintenance undertaken
Large collection of MOTs verify the low displayed mileage
Good recent maintenance irrespective of sparing use
The highlights from the recent expenditure are shown above
No reported running or driving issues
No mechanical or running gear advisories on last MOT
The car has covered only 1,500 miles since last MOT test

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