Many thanks for the responses.
The car in question is one I am considering buying but someone I respect in the Morgan world was a little concerned about the conversion. It takes away the originality from the car and could harm its drivability. The wheels are painted and are not stainless - do S/S weigh more? I have driven it and it seemed fine to me though. I know wires weigh more than alloys and it was this plus the hub weight that was causing me concern. I know Morgan, around 1993, offered a wire option on a new car, but this was on 16 inch rims, but not sure how wide. This though did not need an additional hub kit so seems a more thought through application. Would have cost a lot more though.
From what Simon has said, there are gains and losses in increasing the unsprung weight of the wheel - I presume Morgan are well aware of the pitfalls but it has not stopped them fitting these type of wheels to its cars right up to the present day. I doubt as well they uprate bearings etc. to account for the increased pressures exerted.
The wheels really suit the look of the car, but I would have been happy if it had kept the alloys as well.
On reflection, I feel the conversion has probably harmed the value of the car a lttle, rather than enhanced it. But I suppose any car which is nearly 20 years old will differ slightly from its original spec to suit its numerous owners over its life.
Need to think a bit more before making a commitment. I intend to keep the car a long time and don't want to make a mistake in rushing to buy.
Watty
