The Plus 8 is for many, the iconic Morgan. With classic British styling, excellent performance and superb handling it was in production from 1968 to 2004. Powered by the superb 3.5l Rover V8 SD1 engine coupled to the excellent chassis the Plus 8 provides an exciting and rewarding driving experience with plenty of style.
This Plus 8 looks fantastic finished in black with a full burgundy interior and with extensive use of wood further adding to the luxurious feel of the interior. The fantastic looks combined with thrilling performance make the Plus 8 a real drivers car that everyone will enjoy. Owned by a retired gentleman whose business was restoring Morgans, this Plus 8 has been restored to a very high standard and has been exceptionally well cared for during his ownership. It’s in fantastic condition throughout and ready to drive; just slide in behind the wheel and go.
The owner informs us that the interior was re-trimmed in 2008
Burgundy leather seats looks fantastic
Matching burgundy carpet in very good condition
Dashboard, dials and switches are all in excellent condition
The interior of the hood is in excellent condition
Mota-Lita wood rimmed steering wheel presents very well
The burgundy interior is a perfect match for the black exterior of this gorgeous Plus 8. It’s finished to the high standard and with the refined style we would expect of a Morgan having been re-trimmed by the current owner in 2008. The low slung driving position of the Plus 8 is relaxed and comfortable, but more than supportive enough for when the roads get twisty. Looking down the long bonnet with the top down, the windows off and the sound of the V8 purring away, there are few classic British motoring experiences that can match the Morgan.
All of the woodwork from the trim on the doors to the wide wood dashboard and Mota-Lita steering wheel look fantastic as well as being in excellent condition. The burgundy leather seats are soft, comfortable and in superb condition with the matching carpeting also in very good condition. The overall condition of this Plus 8 is superb and it makes for the kind of fantastic driving experience it’s hard not to love.8PLhwKvCcqvbryZ3shB4kQwJtt0SdcsrPifgINbu.jpg583.54 KB
The Exterior
Classic styling looks fantastic in black
Hood is in excellent condition with no rips or tears
Tonneau in superb condition
Chrome luggage rack
Brightwork all presents superbly
All of the badges and trim are in very good condition
Paintwork presents beautifully throughout with only a small area of cracking in the paint in the rear offside wing and two very small star cracks from stones on the front wing
The Plus 8 is an undeniably good looking car and none more so than when finished in black. With its long flowing lines, low-cut doors and twin exhausts it’s pure automotive style on wheels.
The black paintwork is in very good condition throughout and it’s clear that this has been a well cared for car. The chrome surrounds on the lights, bumpers, door handles and all of the other chrome trim all present very well, further adding to the fantastic impression that this car makes. The hood and tonneau are both in superb condition along with the wheels. There is nothing in the exterior of this plus 8 that even hints at its age, this is a fantastic example of a very well cared for car.
Excellent 3.5l Rover V8 SD1 engine sounds fantastic through the twin exhaust
Five speed gearbox
The owner informs us that the car underwent a full restoration between 1997 and 2000 including; new chassis, steel bulkhead, ash/aluminium body frame, stainless exhaust and wiring loom
Engine and engine bay present very well
The owner informs us that a new Gemma steering box was fitted in 2004 and an aluminium radiator with cooling fan in 2013
In 2019 he informs us that he fitted new front discs with four pot Caparo callipers and SSL adjustable front suspension
The owner informs us that he has carried out a full service and oil change every spring
The owners reports that the car drives exactly as it should
Morgans are known for their build quality and the use of the renowned Rover V8 makes for a classic roadster that offers reliability alongside style and performance. The 3,500cc V8 starts up easily on a turn of the key and sounds fantastic through the twin stainless exhaust pipes, with no unwanted sounds that we could hear.
The current owner is a former Morgan specialist who has kept this car to the highest standard and as can be seen in the images both the engine bay and underside present very well indeed. With a selection of upgraded mechanical components and having been so fastidiously maintained Plus 8 presents very well mechanically.
This Plus 8 is a fantastic example of what makes a Morgan one of the great British cars, performance that will always put a smile on your face, a gorgeous exterior and exceptionally comfortable interior and with timeless styling the car looks fantastic from every angle. Restored and maintained by a retired professional, this Morgan presents superbly throughout and it’s a fantastic opportunity to acquire one of these brilliant cars.
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