Just returned from our home in Richelieu France 1200 miles of fun in our 2021 Plus Four, it didn’t miss a beat.
Our only issue was bugs (on the screen), certain times during the year/day on country roads they can cover your screen in no time, carry some window cleaner as the screen wash will not cope.
During our trip we went to a few car shows (there’s always a few on) mostly small up to 20 cars. However one reason for the trip was the Chinon Classic. A massive show over two days with lots of runs to include lunch/dinner or you can just stay on site, visit the castle see the wonderful town etc. At 10.00 I found a space on the Morgan stand and parked there, unfortunately there was nobody about on the stand. I stayed until 13.00 still no one. I think it was the heat 45 in the shade. I was told later that everyone went to the local bars/hotels in order to prepare for the rest of the weekend heat. Lots of stands without assistance, lots of enthusiasts and members of the public. My wife was unwell so we missed the main day (Sunday) and headed back to Devon. We’ve attended this show on a number of occasions now with our 1990 +4/4 or Plus Four or our Renault 4. I can highly recommend a visit if your in the area.
We’re back in France during the Cape Epee celebrations in July then hopefully in September to take in the “Locomotion Car Show” 5th/6th September, it’s always a well attended event with a large number of clubs and individuals taking part.
On our return to Devon we set off with our grandson to Malvern for another factory tour (his present for doing well in exams).
Unfortunately I’m still in recovery from a difficult second ‘Hydrocele’ operation and missed the September show. However we’re planning to be there mid September.when there are even more shows/tours with like minded motorists.
Whilst there i was dismayed to read so many complaints/modifications (on line) to the wonderful Plus Four. The following are just a sample (with answers)
1) Upgrades to the sound system (costing thousands). It’s an open top sports car! The engine provides the sound. If you really want to listen to telephone calls, music etc get yourself some SHOKZ open run pro 2’s around £135 ish. you can take call and listen to whatever you wish. At the same time hold a conversation ! See photo they don’t fit in the ear, how do they do it? I don’t know but they solve all your problems. Brilliant.
2) The cabin gets dusty and I can feel wind on the back of my head. Again it’s an open top sports car did these people try before buying? The solution is the humble beanie, pull it down over your ears it’s a wonderful think (sorry I’m not posing in mine) and give the cabin a quick clean.
3) Suspension and go faster issues ? where do they come from ? There’s little wrong with the standard, I’ve driven on the track, hit 120mph before chickening out. Maybe it’s a ‘look what mods i’ve got up to’ phase. Maybe you need these mods to do 148 mph.
4) Luggage space ! I get two expandable cabin bags behind the seats ( I’ve glued on Morgan badges) and a beautiful antique suitcase on the compulsory rack with some excellent very long belts from eBay £16.00 each (Daskz Leather 36359) Two excellent quality cabin bags from eBay £16.00 each (movpleax 40959) the antique one was from a local charity shop £10. I’ve just read I could have got fitted cases for behind the seats for just under £500.
5) What if I get a puncture ? Well this is a simple one, if it’s a small hole you can use a squirty thing from Tesco or call a breakdown company. Unfortunately if it’s a tear the squirty thing won’t work so it’s a breakdown company. Or you could have bought a spare wheel and tire along with the required tools to change the wheel.
Sorry about that I just love my Plus Four and wouldn’t change a thing.
