Since getting back into Morgans after a hiatus of a few years, it seems there is more uncertainty around the future of the Traditional Morgan. I can sense the buzz and excitement around new models, such as the Plus 6, which looks a terrific car but I have to say is not for me - its not what I would call a "Trad" - and my love is for the traditional Morgan, with all its characteristic handling foibles.Obviously the management and ownership changes at Morgan also cause anxiety.
I had a taste of this uncertainty last week when I called my dealer and was told that the future of the Roadster was in doubt as it was possible that the 3.7 Cyclone engine might not pass emissions tests. Fortunately, when I called yesterday to put my deposit down for a new Roadster build they said that the future looked brighter as the 3.7 has passed emissions and the factory has a large batch of engines waiting to go into cars. I was offered a November/December build slot but I have requested a March 2020 one which suits me better. However, I had the feeling that if the 3.7 had failed emissions, Morgan were not too bothered about looking for a replacement engine and would prefer to steer Roadster purchasers into a more expensive Plus 6.
I'm happy for all the new Morgans that are being developed and marketed and anything that increases the buzz around Morgan is a good thing. But is it possible that Morgan will kill the goose that laid the golden egg and tail of production of the Trad's? Perhaps they no longer see the Trad as a a "golden goose" but as a millstone around their necks? Hope I'm wrong in this and just being overly sensitive.
David, congrats on the new order - just one thing to be aware of that slightly caught me out when I delayed mine, MMC tend to release the new price list / increase just after the Geneva show
I don't know what sort of deal you've struck but sometimes the small print will be 'prices ruling at date of dispatch' type clause, which for you could be after Geneva (March + 4 weeks build + dispatch to dealer + PDI = mid May ?)
