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Looks superb
I’m seeing it in the flesh tomorrow
2008 XXVII Platform, Bugatti Blue Roadster 4 Seater
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Yes and just heard the Geneva show is definitely going ahead despite Corona Virus scare.
The 2016 onwards B48 190kW/255hp version sounds right to me, maintaining a reasonable power gap with the plus 6. Ironically this unit is also used in the 2 litre version of the Toyota Supra as is the 6 cylinder B58 used in the plus 6.. Well I was half right  ETA: Anyone noticed the big difference in torque @ rpm figures between manual and auto versions? Interesting also the auto version is lighter, quicker, cleaner and marginally more economical.
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Richard
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From my own preferences, here are my plus points from what I can see.
Narrow wings and spare wheel(never liked flat vented tail)
BMW 255bhp engine and manual gearbox is a cracker. Had the 190 version in a 2 series so 255 in a Morgan will be a cracker.
Wood dash and more trad interior.
Price. Okay the standard 63k may need a lot of extras on the +4 but I configured a +6 on standard body, interior and hood colours and kept extras to 1k. Considering the +6 is 80k that is pretty good. I must admit I was expecting it to be closer to 70. Considering the prices for new trads in dealers that is good. Back to long waiting lists?
Good old Morgan.
Titus
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I think it looks just right. The designers have done a great job. Modern underneath and Classic Trad on the outside. Well done MMC. Performance looks spot on (why would you need a Plus 6). Price is a fraction high but if there is an entry level car in the Low 50's it will be fine. Now all we need is a stock market recovery. 
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The MMC website pics seem to show two slightly different front guard profiles, after finally seeing a plus six in the metal this spec appeals more...
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Having downloaded the price list and specs, it certainly looks a nice car, looks narrower than the Plus 6
But boy is it expensive! Manual gearbox and specced as near to my Plus 4 as it could be came out to £72,000! And to be honest I’d have wanted to add some more bits too, so I reckon you’re looking at mid £70k to get a really nice spec.
Be very interesting to have a drive of one though, to see how the new chassis copes with 255 BHP.
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I am on the one side tempted but on the other it has similar power to my Roadster. A test drive may help or be dangerous. Time will tell.
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Wowser. Everything I like about the Plus 6 with everything I don't like replaced with stuff I do like. The price point is very appealing too. Well done MMC!
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Agreed Tim. It is very tempting in the photos.
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