Roadster Lightweight specifically created for the racetrack
Only 17,141 miles from new
The Appeal
Replacing an intrinsic part of a Morgan, the engine, could have been seen as a misfire in the car's reputation, but the inclusion of the 3-litre Ford Duratec V6 engine gave the big Morgan something of a rebirth. The old Rover V8 certainly served its time and was amongst one of the most appreciated power plants in British motoring circles, but the new remapped V6, the same one that powered the Mondeo ST220 coupled up to a Jaguar 5-speed gearbox allowed Morgan to create a new legend. A compact unit that slotted into the gullwing bonnet with ease, the Roadster's unmistakable styling is indistinguishable from the original Plus 8.
The appeal of the Morgan Roadster goes way beyond the classic styling, it's in the way it drives, handles and the emotions of engaging in a back-to-basics sports car. And with those characteristics, Morgan set up producing a fully road-legal car specifically aimed at the racetrack. Crafted to compete in the Morgan challenge, the Roadster allows the best possible options for the Adrenaline junkie, a car for both track days and those summer evening blasts.
First registered in 2007, by renowned Morgan dealer Richard Thorne, the car was specifically built for the respected Classic car and racing specialists and has an impressive track day provenance. Kitted out with FIA-approved seats, harnesses, roll cage and fittings, it has been in the hands of several Morgan enthusiasts. Fitted with a standard tuned version of the Duratec V6 engine, it also comes with a hardtop, as well as a road pack. It also comes with three keys, a stack of Richard Throrne invoices, track day photos and 12 months MOT. 2007 Morgan Roadster Lightweight FIA 12.JPG9.65 MB
The History and Paperwork
A race-ready road version of the Lightweight Roadster
One of around 100 Lightweight Roadsters built
Fully homologated and registered for road use
Includes Road pack - full-length windscreen, passenger seat and harnesses
12 Months MOT
Health check carried out in November 2022 by Morgan specialist Richard Thorne
£1600 spent at the start of 2022, including a whole new clutch kit, flywheel, rear main seal, service and front springs
Racing provenance in the Morgan Challenge Series and other events
Over £12,000 worth of historical invoices
A selection of historical MOTs
Several professional track day shots of the car in action
Tillett drivers race seat and padded Sabelt passenger seatbelt are both in good condition, although the driver seat FIA certification expires this year
As a race car, the concessions to comfort are at a minimum, so no carpets or plush bits to worry about
Detachable Sabelt 14” steering wheel
Bespoke gear lever
Sports ‘fly-off’ type handbrake
Mild distortion was noted on the top of the padding of the dashboard
All dials are legible
Facia includes Smiths fuel, oil pressure, engine temperature and voltmeter instruments
Well-maintained, low-mileage Morgans always carry a premium, as their demand often exceeds the number available, so the chance to obtain a genuine limited edition lightweight Roadster, with FIA compliancy as well as road legal status shouldn’t be ignored. A perfect opportunity to get your teeth into track day racing or simply enjoy an authentically presented race-road car for those fair-weather journeys, whatever you chose to use it for, the outcome will never
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