Morgan Products
The Morgan EvaGT
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At a time of global conservation with a drive towards improved fuel economy the Morgan Motor Company introduces a new concept for a sporting family, the Morgan EvaGT. The four seater Coupe takes its inspiration from the British sports saloons of the early 1950's. Among these were the Bristol 400 series and the Frazer Nash BMW 328. After the Second World War rationing forced designers to conserve and make the most of the materials at their disposal. However the pressure cooker of war had also led to an abundance of innovative engineering ideas. Steel was scarce so lightweight aluminium was used for bodywork. Smooth "in-line" straight six cylinder engines were fitted to give long distance comfort and reliability. Because the engineers had often worked on aircraft development during the war aerodynamics contributed to high but economical cruising speeds.
The dynamic team at Morgan has made a commitment from 2010 that they will bring out a new model every two years. The legendary sports car manufacturer will target new niches... electric sports cars, a fun weekend vehicle and the first of the new cars will be the Morgan EvaGT, a four seater Coupe aimed at young families, with a bit of drama or automotive theatre as we like to call it. This is a revolution for a car company famous for making the same car for 50 years!
Click here to learn more about the EvaGTThe Morgan Aero SuperSports - An Overview
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As at the beginning of 2010, the new Morgan Aero SuperSports spearheads the Morgan model line-up in Australia.
The sensational styling of the SuperSports is what catches the eye, but underneath lurks a serious and sophisticated high performance sports car.
In the 101-years since the Morgan Motor Company was founded, there has never been a more accomplished product to emerge from the famous Malvern Link factory in rural Worcestershire, England.
The Aero SuperSports is the final evolution of the successful Aero range, first announced a decade ago. During this time, the Aero 8 has evolved through four Series and production finally ceased in December 2009.
Meanwhile, the Morgan AeroMax, a coupe version of the Aero 8, was produced in a limited production run of 100 cars during 2008 and 2009.
Like the AeroMax, the Aero SuperSports is also a Limited Edition model, with just 175 production slots scheduled for build in 2010. The order book is already quite full and it is estimated that as was the case for the last Aero 8 Series 4 cars, that the order book will be fully subscribed by mid-2010.
Morgan Cars Australia is currently taking orders for the Aero SuperSports.
In June 2010, the Morgan Motor Company announced another new model, the 4-seater Morgan EvaGT, which will enter production in 2012. Morgan Cars Australia is currently accepting orders for this magnificent new Morgan model.
Morgan Aero SuperSports Specification Summary
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The Morgan Aero SuperSports is powered by a 4.8 litre BMW V8 engine, which produces 270 kW of power and 490 Nm of torque.
It is mated to either a ZF 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed ZF automatic transmission. The final drive is an Australian sourced BTR limited slip differential.
Thus endowed, the automatic transmission 1185 kg SuperSports sprints to 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, the manual gearbox version taking slightly longer at 4.5 seconds.
If the BMW V8 engine is the heart of the SuperSports, then its bespoke aluminium chassis is what gives it its unique Morgan character. Developed under racing conditions, the lightweight chassis is strong and provides the sturdy basis for the all independent suspension.
The Aero chassis is indeed, the lightest V8 production platform in the world.
Other standard specification features on the Aero SuperSports include:
- AP Racing brake system, with ABS
- 350 mm front discs with 6 pot calipers
- 332 mm rear discs with 2 pot calipers
- 19" light alloy wheels
- Tyre pressure and temperature monitoring
- Removable roof panels, that can be stored in the boot
- Air conditioning
- Power steering
- Cruise control
- Remote Central locking
- Twin airbags
- Radio CD
- Leather trim. Choose from a large selection of Muirhead of Yarwood leathers
- Choice of 4 wood trim alternatives
- Graphite finish dash
- Optional choice of matching or contrast piping
- Optional choice of matching or contrast stitching
- Choice of any Glasurit automotive paint colour
- Choice between Silver or Black roof panels, targa bar and wheels
- Gas discharge headlights with wash facility
- Electrically heated windscreen
- Electrically operated windows
In short, the Morgan Aero SuperSports is an exotic and rare high performance sports car, which is also practical to use for normal driving and day-to-day use.
Classic Morgans
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After a three years absence from the Australian market, a key Australian Design Rule (ADR) has been resolved in the affirmative, which means that from mid-2010 Classic Morgans are once more available for order and supply to Australian Morgan enthusiasts. The model line-up comprises of the following four models:
| Model | Engine | Power | Torque |
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| Morgan Roadster Sport | 3.0 litre Ford V6 | 165 kW | 290 Nm |
| Morgan Roadster | 3.0 litre Ford V6 | 165 kW | 290 Nm |
| Morgan Plus 4 | 2.0 litre Ford Inline 4 | 106 kW | 187 Nm |
| Morgan 4/4 Sport | 1.6 litre Ford inline 4 | 82 kW | 142 Nm |
Morgan 4-seaters
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There is considerable demand in Australia for the unique Morgan 4-seaters, currently available in Europe in Plus 4 and Roadster versions.
Due to ADR requirements, 4-seaters have not been able to be sold in Australia as new cars for about two decades.
Indications are that production may resume in 2011 for this rare and special variant of the Classic Morgan.
The Morgan LIFECar
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This prototype zero emissions vehicle shows the design flair of the Morgan Motor Company and its intention to be at the forefront of the evolution of the motorcar, whilst respecting its glorious past.
At a glance
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Morgan Cars Australia is presently accepting orders for the new Aero SuperSports for production in 2010. There is also a Waiting List for orders for Classic models, with production slots available in 2010 and in 2011.
Four-seater production for Australia cannot at this stage be confirmed.
At 101-years since its founding, Morgan is now not only the oldest British owned car company, but also the largest!
The addition of the new EvaGT to the Morgan model line-up broadens the model range and shows the exciting future product and styling direction of the Morgan Motor Company.