When I thought a Morgan might suit ME, I went on the www, found the then MSCC DG and asked the question "WHICH MORGAN" though more importantly in the hope of receiving well informed feed back I took time to write a resume of my motoring experience and ideals for that which suits others for whatever reason may not suit ME. I ended up with a wonderful +8 which has filled the bill for circa 20 years, however I ever had an eye for the 4/4 as perhaps the best balanced machine overall and in terms of power to weight ratio for a bit of FUN.
On the other side of the coin, for effortless no strain touring the continent then the +8 comes into it`s own.
NOT that either can not be made fit into the others shoes as many have done and will continue to do, though perhaps best to closer define ones OWN priorities...?
I wish your friend the best of luck in his choices.