There is no doubt that we as Morgan owners fuss too much. Pete is right, these engines are fitted across several Ford models and lots are thrashed from day 1 and survive.
I'm not sure what oil, mineral or otherwise is used by MMC but i changed mine at 500 miles rather than wait until 1000 as per schedule. I figured that any 'wear in' contamination was probably already there by 500 and didn't want it in circulation until 1000. I changed it to fully synthetic and will probably change it again before winter. Like i said we fuss too much.
Without wanting to be rude to the original poster, if misty gauges cause you to consider not using the car in lieu of something like a SAAB then i would suggest that perhaps Morgan ownership is not for you. Its in built peculiarities will irritate you no end.
Tim is right, you cannot think of it as being anything other than of ancient design and build processes with a few modern bits added. Having owned and driven some pre war cars over recent years i'd say the Morgan is by comparison very capable and modern!
If you can i'd say stick with it for the first couple of thousand miles and you may change your mind.
