Auster, when did you find yours? This might be overpriced then?
Frankly, I could do without the upgraded engine, and I'd prefer the original engine (and gearbox). But since I am new to these, I am not sure yet what has added value.
What is sure is that the idea of a competition model with alloy body appeals.
Maybe I need a cold shower to make me realise it is not the right car for me...
George sorry I dropped out of the loop for a day. I bought mine in February last year. Excellent mechanical condition but the body and interior a bit rough - although perfectly serviceable and seen from a few metres distance it looks great. I have a friend here who bought a 1970 4/4 in good average condition for a similar price to mine about 2 years ago. So they are out there and definitely at a better price than is being asked for this one.
And originality does count for something when it comes to value. Also adding value is "competition provenance" - i.e. a recorded history of competition. But a 4/4 Competition does not necessarily have a competition history. It just means it had the more highly tuned Ford motor, although not as highly tuned as the one in the advertisement. And I can understand your concern about importing a highly modified car as it would almost certainly cause headaches in getting it registered.
Mine is my first Morgan and like you I wanted an old Morgan with a history and was lucky enough to find the right one. You won't be disappointed when you find one, especially with the aluminium body and comp spec motor. Link up to the Morgan Motor Co. email alert so that you are notified the moment one comes up for sale. Good luck and keep us posted.
