Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Morgan Motor Company

....building cars by hand since 1910


The first Morgans were three-wheelers. Influenced from the motorcycles of the day which were not taxed as the four-wheeled automobiles. 


Morgan Super Sports 1937 via Wikimedia commons


The first four-wheeler released in 1936. Known as the 4-4, four wheels and four cylinders.



In 1950 the Plus 4 was released. Having a more powerful engine, (2088 cc Standard Vanguard engine) and a lighter fiberglass body.


photo via Sicnag (Flickr)


1963 Morgan +4 via Wikimedia Commons
In 1955 the 4/4 was released with a new chassis and a Ford engine.

1974 Morgan 4/4 via Wikimedia Commons


In 1968 the Rover V8 engine was introduced and with the release of the +8. Giving the car more performance with 0–60 mph in 5.6 seconds. photo credit Zumann.com



One of the current model's - 2012 Morgan Aero 8


Interior of the Areo 8 (North American market).




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