Highlights
- Rare Aerocycle coachwork, believed to have been restored in the 1980s
- Water-cooled side-valve JAP V-Twin 998cc engine
- Unique total loss oil system with dashboard control
- Runs reliably in current ownership
- Started readily and both ran and drove well during recent photography
The Appeal
HFS Morgan was one of British motoring's great pioneers, and he struck utter gold with the 'Aerocycle' - a nifty, fast little three-wheeler with a low centre of gravity, advanced sliding pilllar suspension and a perky engine all providing a car that was cheap, capable, and incredibly fun. The sharp aerodynamics and impressive power-to-weight ratio meant that a '20s Mog was more capable than many of the most expensive machines of their day. It was one of the country's first true leisure cars, and continues to resonate in a big way - the current Morgan trikes have more in common than you might expect!
This handsome example was purchased by the current keeper from a deceased estate in 2018, and is a particularly handsome aero from its impressive tail to its big 'bicycle' wheels and bullnose radiator. All of that exposed machinery, the pinstriping, the bare cabin - it's a glorious little ambassador for times long gone, and is bound to attract plenty of attention.
This handsome example was purchased by the current keeper from a deceased estate in 2018, and is a particularly handsome aero from its impressive tail to its big 'bicycle' wheels and bullnose radiator. All of that exposed machinery, the pinstriping, the bare cabin - it's a glorious little ambassador for times long gone, and is bound to attract plenty of attention.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1927 with registration number VY 8502
- Purchased in 2018 from a deceased estate
- Limited known history
- Believed to have started life as a family model
- Likely rebodied as an aerocycle in the 1980s
- Understood to have been fully restored during the 1980s
- Was off the road for two years prior to current ownership due to a petrol leak under the dashboard
- MOT exempt
- Described as a fun car in good running order
The Condition
- Aluminium skin is sound with normal signs of wear from use
- Handsome deep green livery with white pinstriping
- Wheels look in sound order
- Black interior presents well
- Lights and battery mount are fitted, but no electrical system installed
- These early cars are very easy to modify, and a new electrical system should be easy to fit
- Seat cushions and backs are in good condition
- Three controls on steering wheel: throttle, choke, and ignition advance
- All steering wheel controls reportedly work correctly
The Mechanics
- 998cc JAP V-Twin side-valve, water-cooled engine
- 2-speed transmission with gear change located inside the cockpit
- Conventional clutch pedal and rear brake operating a leather belt on the rear wheel brake drum
- Exposed engine looks handsome and well-presented
- Features a total loss oil system with dashboard control
- Front brakes and handbrake positioned in the centre
- Handbrake latching mechanism needs attention due to wear
- The teeth and pawl need truing up
- Rear wheel spokes have been re-tightened in current ownership
- New tyre and tube fitted to rear wheel
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