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£11,250

1981 Morgan 4/4 1600 Four-Seater

United Kingdom • 26 Jul 2023

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AI Listing Summary

This 1981 Morgan 4/4, one of 3,513 ever made, boasts a classic British Racing Green finish and a February 2024 MOT. Having undergone renovation in the late 90s and recent servicing in February 2023, it features appealing extras like a Moto-Lita steering wheel and rear luggage rack.

Condition

6

While the car has been renovated and has a valid MOT, the mileage is relatively high, and there's mention of repairs to the ash frame, suggesting potential wear and tear. The car's age also contributes to a slightly lower rating despite the renovations.

/ 10

Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

B4820

Odometer:

114,500 miles

Reg Number:

JHX 404W

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Introduced in March 1968, the '1600' was notable as the first Morgan 4/4 model to offer 100mph plus performance.

Based around a box-section ladder-frame chassis equipped with independent 'sliding pillar' front suspension, a leaf-sprung 'live' rear axle and disc / drum hydraulic brakes, the aluminium over ash construction of its bodywork contributed towards a commendably low kerb weight (circa 700kg).

True to the marque tradition of using proprietary running gear, the newcomer was powered by a Ford-sourced 1599cc four-cylinder engine (complete with cross-flow cylinder head) allied to four-speed manual transmission.

Initially available in basic or 'competition model' guises, the latter's Ford 1600GT (86bhp) unit was standardised during 1971.

Impractical yet beguiling, the 4/4 1600 sported a no-nonsense interior, minimal luggage space and potentially argumentative hood.

Further boasting a singularly involving driving experience and vivid acceleration, it remained in production until ...