Having read all the various thoughts and opinions on this thread I must confess it has helped to clarify my thoughts.
I own a pretty expensive sports car through events which I would have preferred had not happened. I love my mog. The past 12 months of ownership have been more enjoyable and fun than I ever thought could be possible- it’s been an absolute hoot, every ruddy second behind that beautiful Motolita wheel. I feel v lucky to have such a “toy”.
However, I have loved Morgan’s for many years based on how they look and the traditions and general Britishness behind MMC that give me a certain pride. Also a certain type seems to share these feelings (based in part on the people here on TM) and I feel privileged to share your emotions. However, I didn’t want a Morgan for fettling myself (due to a lack of skill) nor for driving in fear of ending up on two wheels, with two left in a hole, on the local roads (coz they really are crap here in this area (I’ve had to go back twice in last two weeks to the tyre place at £100 a time to get my wheels balanced and realigned due to persistent pothole ingress)) because the suspension cannot deal with anything greater than a blade of grass.
If the new Plus 4 has an auto box and semi modern suspension I admit it is aimed at myself and Lady HB. If it costs between £55k-£65k some of that cost may be covered by the sale of Florence if I’m lucky, but, regardless of this and despite the EV talk, if I get 10-20 years or so driving a more comfortable Mog (with ability to occasionally share the driving with Lady HB), I will be a happy man plus, between you and I, Lady HB may be more willing to go on longer holidays in the car which is a big deal for me.
I really can’t wait for what might be on the horizon!
Just my penny worth....
HB
Yes well put, but just goes to show how our needs differ and how well (in most part) a Morgan is able to meet them. I personally have no desire to change from my trad and I shudder at the thought of moving to an EV. I have driven them, a few, and each one was capable and in the main quick but totally soul-less. I want a sports car to be quick (ish) but also it has to be manual, no paddles please, no power steering or assisted gizmos. I like the relative simplicity (i can do most things on it) and the quirky roughness of it, even the suspension and handling i find quite adequate for my use. I also like the noise, the raspy, burbly exhaust note and the fact that it has to be driven well to get the best out of it. Changing gears at the right moment and taking sweeping bends on roads well away from motorways are a pure joy to me. Thats the pleasure and its even better when shared with some like minded pals. No, i won't go for an EV or indeed a CX based Morgan, costs aside, its just one step too far away from all the reasons i chose my Morgan but i fully appreciate why it would be a good fit for others.
