1992 Morgan Plus 8

The vendor has owned this 1992 Plus 8 3.9 EFI since October 2019, when he purchased it through the well-known specialist and dealer Tim Ayres.

It has had just two previous owners from new and, today, is showing a paltry 24,451 miles on its odometer.

The vendor is only parting company with the car because he’s just not using it enough.

The car is ‘Cranberry’ red with ‘Stone’ leather upholstery piped in ‘Cranberry’, and has a red mohair hood with matching tonneau, side screens and spare wheel cover.

It has a galvanised chassis, a stainless-steel luggage rack, a pre-cat Librands cross-over exhaust system, spot lights, uprated suspension front and rear, alloy radiator, recent new fuel pump and filters, chrome over-riders, rear fog and reversing lights, twin fillers, long mirrors, battery cut-off switch with removable key, clock, walnut dashboard, badge-bar with MSCC badge in situ, a radio with USB input, and an off-set wood-rimmed steering wheel, which usefully affords more legroom to the taller driver.

We have driven the car and can attest that it feels very well screwed together and has lost none of the impressive acceleration, grip and agility for which these models are known and loved.

It is in very good overall condition that far better reflects its low mileage and careful curation than its age.

The condition of the bodywork is really very impressive and there are no creases, dents, crumples or other aberrations of real significance in evidence anywhere that we can see.

The shut-lines and panel gaps are consistent and even, and the doors close with a satisfying weight and certainty that’s redolent of slam doors on an old-school train carriage.

The wheels are in fine condition, as is the chrome.

The matching Michelin tyres look to have plenty of life left in them.

Glossy, lustrous and rich in equal measure, the paintwork is resisting the passage of time with commendable stoicism and defiance.

There’s a little bubbling in evidence at the forward base of the o/s/f wheel arch and around the lip of the n/s/r wheel arch.

There are some light scratches and scuffs at the top of the o/s/r wing and a few paint chips and scuffs further down on the same wing.

There are a number of stone chips on the forward-facing aspects of the front wings and one or two scratches and small scuffs on the bonnet.

The lights, lenses, badging and other exterior fixtures and fittings all seem to be beyond reproach.

The hood is in fine fettle, as are the side screens, tonneau cover and spare wheel cover.

Unsurprisingly, the interior is also in a condition that attests to the car’s low mileage and assiduous care.

The leather seats have little more than the odd crease to show for their years of service, let alone any ingrained patina.

They are comfortable, supportive and, as far as we’re aware, fully functional in terms of movement and adjustment.

The black carpets and mats are in good order, too.

Ditto the door cards, hood lining and the wood veneers on the dashboard.

We didn’t flick every switch or press every button, but those we did flick and press responded in a faithful and timely fashion.

There is some wear to be seen on the leather trim next to the hood mechanism on the driver’s side.

Everything in the engine bay appears clean, dry, right and proper.

The undersides of the car look to have a good deal of structural integrity.

Clearly, you’ll want to see for yourself and reach your own conclusion.

The car comes with its original order details and a photo album recording its build journey at the Morgan factory.

There are plenty of bills, invoices and receipts covering maintenance, service and other work carried out over the years.

The car’s service book is full of stamps from Morgan dealers and specialists.

The car was serviced in November 2022 by PJG Auto Services of Bristol.

This patently very well looked-after Morgan is in what seems to us to be excellent condition – mechanically, dynamically and aesthetically.

It ticks all the right boxes for low ownership, low miles and impressive history, and looks sure to offer its next owner many years of uniquely distinctive, timeless and British motoring pleasure.

We’re confident to offer this fine car for auction with an estimate of £28,000 - £32,000.

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