Yusef Mamoojee chats with Matt Humphries who is Head of Design at the Morgan Motor Company, about the new cars on display at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.
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Morgan at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show
April 10th, 2012 
dave787 New Morgan Plus 8: The Adventure Road Test – CHRIS HARRIS ON CARS
April 10th, 2012 dave787
Chris and Neil drive to Geneva in a 370hp Morgan with equipment for 4 video shoots over 7 days. No trunk, Or boot, it whatever you call it where you live
2012 Morgan 3 Wheeler
April 10th, 2012 dave787
Morgan wants us all to know that we can take our four wheels and go play somewhere else. The automaker has officially yanked the sheets back on its ridiculously awesome Threewheeler for the first time. This machine is powered by a fuel-injected, 115-horsepower V-Twin engine mated to a Mazda five-speed gearbox, allowing Morgan to serve up hop-in-and-drive convenience while still maintaining the aesthetic of the company’s old three-wheel design. The tubular chassis remains exposed in some places and the company says that there’s just enough room for a driver, a co-pilot and bit of gear.
We’re in love.
Power is shuffled to the rear wheel via a V-belt, and Morgan says that the sole aim of the Threewheeler is to make driving fun once again. We’ve got to think that improving the company’s average CO2 emissions doesn’t hurt the vehicle’s case, either.
British buyers will be able to lay down a mere £25,000 (about $40,000 USD, based on current exchange rates) before taxes for the privilege of ownership, and bespoke options like a leather interior, custom paint and unique graphics are all available, as well.
Morgan 4-Seater (2006)
January 1st, 2012 dave787
The new Morgan 4 seater
New for 2006 is the exciting 4 seater from Morgan. Long awaited by aficionados, the 4 seater makes a welcome return with a raft of new specification, options and for the first time in its 70-year history, engine choice.
The Morgan 4 seater has never before been available with a range topping engine – until now that is. Unveiled at the Salon de L’auto in Geneva, Morgan is proud to introduce a 223 Bhp version, giving this model the highest power to weight ratio of any open 4 seater on the market.
Two engine variants are on offer, a lusty 145 Bhp 2.0 in the +4 4 seater, and the smooth and powerful 3.0 V6 Roadster 4 seater, both using versions of Ford’s well proven Duratec engine delivering performance, economy and reliability which compliment the sheer practicality of this new model.
Major styling revisions to the rear of the car, and improved rear seat packaging mean that this is no cramped 2+2. A new hood system gives greater head room, sufficient for full sized adults to sit comfortably – not that the little ones have been left out, as two ISO fix child seats can now be accommodated in the rear.
For those continental trips, or just a visit to the local garden centre, one, or both rear seats can be folded forward to accommodate awkward loads.
Sidescreens now have painted lower sections, and a complete front to back wooden centre console can be ordered as an option, linking nicely with the traditional ash framed body – a Morgan hallmark. New too for 2006 are optional 18″ stainless steel wire wheels.
Prices start from £32,020 including UK VAT for the +4, rising to £39,130 for the powerful 3.0 version. This coachbuilt family fun exemplifies individuality as only a Morgan can. Delivery is currently estimated at 6 – 12 months.
Morgan Aero 8 (2005)
January 1st, 2012 dave787
The Morgan Aero 8 is a Sports car designed and currently built by the Morgan Motor Company in their factory in Malvern Link, Great Britain (an area of Malvern in Worcestershire).
The Aero 8 is notable for several reasons. Primarily because it is the first new Morgan design since the Morgan Plus 8, which was released in 1968. It is also the first Morgan vehicle with an alloy chassis (the Aero 8 features a CAD-designed Aluminum alloy adhered to a wood frame as opposed to previous Morgan vehicles that were built on a steel chassis).
The engine powering the Aero 8 is a 4400 cc V8 built by BMW and is mated to a 6-Speed Getrag transmission. All Aero 8′s are built by hand in Morgan’s Malvern Link factory., where they are able to produce up to 9 cars a week.
Engine
Engine: BMW V8Bore & Stroke: 3.25 in x 3.6 inEngine size: 4398 cc (4.4 L)Power Output: 325 hp (242 kW) @ 6100 rpmTorque Output: 330 lbf·ft (447 Nm) @ 3600 rpmValvetrain setup: 4 cam 32 valve Double ‘Vanos’ ValvetronCompression ratio: 10.0:1
Chassis/Body
Chassis: Kiln-dried Belgian ash bonded to CAD-designed Aluminum alloyBody Panels: aluminumWeight: 2500 lb (1132 kg)Ground clearance: 6 in (152 mm)Length: 13 ft 6 in (4120 mm)Width: 5 ft 9 in (1770 mm)Height: 3 ft 11 in (1200 mm)Weight distribution with one occupant: 50/50Drag coefficient: 0.39Fuel tank: 18.5 US gallons (70 L)
Performance
Top speed: 160 mph (estimated)0 to 100 km/h (62 mph): Under 5.0 seconds
2004 Morgan Roadster 3.0 V6
January 1st, 2012 dave787
The Morgan Roadster is a car produced by the Morgan Motor Company. It was introduced in 2004.
Dimensions
Length : 4010 mmWidth : 1610 mm (standard wheels) / 1720 (optional wheels)Height : 1220 mm
Fuel
Fuel Tank Volume : 55 litres (12 imperial gallons)Fuel Consumption :Urban: 20.3 mpg imperial (13.91 l/100 kExtra Urban: 38.17 mpg imperial (7.40 l/100 km)Combined: 28.9 mpg imperial (9.77 l/100 km)CO2: 231.8
Engine
Configuration: 3.0 litre V6 24 valveBore x stroke, mm: 89 x 79.5Engine capacity, cm³: 2967Max output EEC: 166 kW (226 hp) at 6150 rpmMax torque EEC: 206 N·m 280 (lbf·ft) at 4900 rpmPower-to-weight ratio: 240 hp/t, kW/tTorque to weight ratio: 199 lbf·ft/short ton, 297 N·m/t
Performance
0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) 4.9 sTop speed 134 mph (215 km/h)
