Morgan 1968-2001

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Morgan's appearances are deceptive to the outsider. In the introduction to Brooklands Morgan Cars Gold Portfolio, 1968-1989, I wrote, "a Morgan tends to be a car which you either love or simply do not understand. Morgan enthusiasts tend to be fanatical; the rest of the world tends to perceive them as eccentric." Nothing has changed there. On the face of it, Morgans have not changed in 30 years or more - but, as this book shows, the Malvern factory has, in fact, produced a variety of models. Leaving aside the latest Aero 8, which even a non-fanatic can see is radically different whilst embodying the essence of all that is Morgan, just look at the variety of engines featured. It has always been Morgan policy to buy its engines in, and they range from the early carburettor Rover V8, through injected versions to modern 16-valve four-cylinder units. Each one has imparted its own particular character to the cars, which have retained their individuality throughout. 1968 was the year the Plus 8 model was launched, and over the succeeding years this has been well developed to take the more powerful engines available. During this time the 4/4 and Plus 4 have not been forgotten, and as better engines became available the cars were able to keep pace with modern traffic conditions. The appeal of a raw two-seater roadster, which unashamedly traces its design roots back to the 1930s, and yet is not self consciously retro, is quite unique. Morgans are, perhaps, an acquired taste, but for the lucky few who own them (and there have always been long waiting lists) nothing else will do. Models covered: Plus 8, 4/4. Plus 4 & Aero 8. 320 pages, 900 illus. including colour. SB. SKU: MORQP ISBN: 9781855205772