Current Auction: Reno Nevada Auction August 2012 on August 9th, 2012
155
Lot #:
155
Year:
1961
Make:
Morgan
Body Style:
Roadster
Exterior Color:
Pewter Silver
Interior Color:
deep maroon faux ostrich skin upholstery
Description:
The first Morgan 4-wheel sports car was built in 1936. Through an untold number of model and running changes a variety of drive trains and engine suppliers the Morgan family has remained in charge. For nearly three-fourths of a century Morgan has remained true to its heritage building consistently excellent British sports cars using traditional designs materials and methods. That has made the company an institution and inspired the fervent loyalty of a legion of owners. Produced from 1950 through 1969 the Morgan Plus 4 had many variants as its body style slowly became more streamlined and its drive train progressed through several generations of Standard and Triumph products. Built in 1961 with the 100hp TR4 engine this Morgan Plus 4 has undergone a comprehensive frame-off restoration after being owned by the same owner for the first 50 years of its life. This model is equipped with a S-4 OHV / 8 valves total / 2 valves per cylinder engine type. Sized at 2138 cc the engine delivers 100.0 bhp @4600 rpm. These engine specifications, body aerodynamics and weight to power ratio produce a top speed of 177 km/h (110 mph). Finished in pewter silver with deep maroon faux ostrich skin upholstery and a canvas black top and boot everything has been done to the highest standards. The bodywork is dead straight and the finish work-paint chrome and upholstery-are magnificent. Fitted with brand new wire wheels and black wall tires as it would have had when delivered it needs absolutely nothing at all to be a high point show car. On the road it will be the envy of every fan of classic British sports cars.
