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Australian M3W
Hi there,
Today I was in Melbourne for some client meeting and between them, I had a spare 30 mins so stopped by Morgan Australia to say hello and see the cars.
Here are some photos of the M3W as it nears ADR approval to be used in Australia. A lot of hard work has gone in locally and from the factory. Main changes I noticed:
1. No windscreen, now wind deflectors (as if it has a windscreen it needs demisters, wipers, washer etc.)
2. Padding on top of the bulkhead (like the four wheelers)
3. Padded steering wheel and collapsible column.
4. Rear high level brake light.
5. Indicators moved (ET come home?) on the front and rear.
6. New wiring loom (or so I am told!)
7. Headrests
Other than the M3W they had a beautiful Plus 4 with absolutely stunning (Jaguar) silver paint. So pretty. First time I had seen a painted dash and I quite liked it.
I'd never meet Chris and his wife before and found them most hospitable. Look forward to ordering the suitcase as soon as I get home to make sure it fits!
R.
Last edited by Richard - Aus; 16/10/13 05:58 AM.
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Thanks for sharing those Richard  Some interesting changes being made... After all that work I hope it passes ADR! 
Graham (G4FUJ)
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I got the impression it was down to small bits and pieces now; the crash tests (x4) are all done and passed.
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Great pics Richard! I do like the padded top to the dash....sorts of rounds it off nicely. The indicators and headrests look awkward but then I guess its difficult to alter them away from the original balanced design without that happening.
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It is a nice looking Plus 4 - liking the colour and seems to have a matching leather Mota Lita wheel - only seen wooden ones.
Any more pics of the plus 4?
2021 Lapis Blue Plus 6  You know it makes sense!  2016 Carmine Red 991.2 C4S
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It is a nice looking Plus 4 - liking the colour and seems to have a matching leather Mota Lita wheel - only seen wooden ones.
Any more pics of the plus 4? Sadly not - I asked about the steering wheel (I have the same in black direct from Mota Lita) and it is a factory option. I thought the whole car was very smart. First "modern" Morgan I have sat in. I liked the lowered seats (might remove the blocks under mine). It had the "easy up" hood and quite a lot of "boot" space. I was impressed. Interestingly locally they add the "car bra" (protective clear plastic) to stop stone chips to all forward facing panels. You have to look very hard to see it. The finish is very good.
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The Plus 4 Always makes us feel better in Blighty on a cold wet October day when we can't use em' but knowing at least we get our Mogs for a bit less. 
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Depending on the state (due to different taxes) about A$98k (with some toys added). SO circa GBP58k. BUT you may get them for less, but we have no salt and year round weather so overall get better value. Resale holds a lot stronger here too. See here.
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