Talk Morgan Forums Thread Like Summary - Aero 8 Maintenance

Having owned, and loved, an Aero 8 S3 some years ago I'm frequently tempted to have another Aero.

Along with most other specialist and classic cars the prices have fallen back and I can just about afford one.

One thing holding me back is concern over maintenance and repair, this given the factories poor reputation in supporting older models and the dearth of experienced Morgan dealers.

So my questions are, how and where do owners go to have their cars maintained and what are the difficulties they've faced in keeping an Aero on the road ?

I'm based in North East England.

In fairness, it is really only the S1 where I have heard "that part is no longer available" with respect to AND even then, it has only been for a few parts that were unique to it. Furthermore, and as has been said on this thread, a good engineer/mechanic will find their way around even these issues.

To lump all the Aero 8 models into one group would be unrealistic. The Aero production ran for nearly 20 years (slightly longer if you include the Aero based Plus 8); so comparing parts availability of a Series 1 vs a Series 5 is always going to lean in the favour of the later Aero 8 models.

Other than having to wait for body panels - my understanding is that they are produced in blocks, as needed - I don't believe there have been parts that are unavailable for the Aero 8 S3, S4 or 5. Most of the bits that could need replacing were bought in and can be found either via specialists (such as Melvyn Rutter) or MMC themselves.

However, I am hoping to start working on a project which should help Aero 8 owners moving forward. It will take some time, and isn't top of the list in terms of priority but it is on my ToDo list!

Hi MPH - as David writes,I am in Newcastle upon Tyne and have an Aero, S1. (see gratuitous picture, below-)



Most of my servicing has been done by Mark Middleton. He is ex Morgan Factory Service Dept. and was involved in building some of the early Aero 8s and was part of the Le Mans 24hr team.

His garage is at Buryend Farm, Upton on Severn, WR8 0NJ. Tel 07880 722638 or mark.middleton11@btinternet.com. or see Ad. in Morgan magazine.

We usually combine the servicing with a few days away as it is quite a trek.

Partly due to Covid (anyone remember that ? ) travel restrictions and for e.g. regular MOT's ,I use R & P Woods, my trusted local garage which I have frequented for 30 years plus!

https://www.facebook.com/randpwoods/?locale=en_GB

Paul is a real enthusiast and has got to know the Morgan pretty well, having variously replaced the starter motor, alternator, power steering pump ,etc. over the years.

I would therefore ,highly recommend either Mark or Paul for any Aero related work...

HTH, James

Yup, happy to support in any way I can. IT services available.