2009 Morgan Aero 8 Series 4

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Highlights

• One of only 178 Series 4 4.8L Aero 8s built
• Award winner at multiple Concours d'Elegance events
• Displayed at prestigious Hampton Court Concours of Elegance in 2021
• Comprehensive service history with 12 documented services
• Distinctive Rolls-Royce Velvet Green with Biscuit leather interior
• Only two registered keepers from new
• MOT valid to May 2026 with no advisories

The Appeal

The Aero 8 was a step change. Morgan had tried radical before, but the new car cleverly blended rather than eschewed the old with the new. Featuring traditional materials with lightweight aluminium and BMW technology, it forced a serious rethink on what a Morgan could look like and how it could perform.

The final Series 4 cars, of which just 178 were built, got a serious power upgrade thanks to BMW’s 4.8L V8. It delivered 315bhp/tonne and scintillating performance. This beautiful Series 4 left the works in 2009 and is exquisitely finished in Rolls-Royce Velvet Green with Biscuit leather interior.

The car has had just two UK keepers from new, both of whom have clearly cherished it. Alongside the run of Morgan main dealer and specialist service history, the car has been entered into numerous prestigious car shows and Concours D’Elegance, including an invitation to Hampton Court.

It presents very well in photos and comes with the added reassurance of a lengthy, advisory-free MOT.

The vendor says:

“This being the top-of-the-range Morgan 'Flagship Model', the Aero 8, a revelation for Morgan, it's first all-new design since the mid-1960s. Automatic 6-speed with manual over-ride. The Aero 8 is as impressive now as it was then. For the first time, Morgan had deployed an aluminium chassis and worked with BMW, not only to gain access to their extensive testing facilities, but also to source a V8 heart.

“Despite being an all-new model, the Aero 8 didn't stray too far away from traditional Morgan styling, swooping lines of the 1930s are accented by subtly extended wheel arches, narrowing rear end and at the front, a very traditional Morgan grille sits proudly in front of a traditionally louvred bonnet.

“This Aero 8 is a Series IV, supplied new in 2009 it was ordered in an incredibly tasteful specification. Rolls-Royce Velvet Green over a full Biscuit leather interior.

“Chosen to be on display at The Hampton Court Concours of Elegance, and was judged by HRH Prince Michael of Kent in 2021. Sold with rosette prize awards. 'Cowfold Country Classic Car Show' award, Eastbourne 'Magnificent Motors' , Isle of Wight Concours d' Elegance and display at Queen Victoria's church.

“This Morgan was exported to Germany not long after its delivery in 2009; it was repatriated some ten years later. It is a piece of British motoring history, with supercar performance, and German reliability. It could be the perfect combination.

“Accepted entry into the very prestigious Hampton Court Concours of Elegance by invitation only. It was invited to be on display at the most high end of events of the year at The Hampton Court Concours of Elegance reviewed by HRH Prince Michael of Kent and other well-known car experts. This is the English equivalent of the American Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.”

History and Paperwork

• First registered in UK 18th March 2009
• Two UK registered keepers
• Current keeper since June 2019
• Current MOT valid until 13th May 2026 with no advisories
• V5 present
• Exported to Germany soon after 2009 delivery and returned to UK in 2019
• Factory handbooks, wallet and other paperwork as shown
• Service book as shown and summarised below
• Displayed at Hampton Court Concours D’Elegance and other events as above

Event history:

• Entered into many classic car shows and Concours d'Elegance events
• Invited to display at the prestigious Hampton Court Concours of Elegance
• Chosen for display at Hampton Court Concours of Elegance, judged by HRH Prince Michael of Kent in 2021
• Won awards at: Cowfold Country Classic Car Show, Eastbourne 'Magnificent Motors', Isle of Wight Concours d'Elegance
• Displayed at Queen Victoria's church

Comprehensive service history with 12 documented services:

• 01/2009 - 1,000 miles - Morgan Motor Company, UK
• 03/2011 - 11,700 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
• 11/2011 - 14,700 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
• 09/2013 - 23,800 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
• 09/2014 - 27,445 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
• 04/2016 - 31,400 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
• 04/2018 - 40,500 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
• 04/2019 - 41,800 miles - 1st Class Garage, UK
• 10/2020 - 43,700 miles - 1st Class Garage, UK
• 01/2021 - 44,780 miles - 1st Class Garage, UK
• 09/2021 - 45,600 miles - 1st Class Garage, UK
• 10/2023 - 47,180 miles - 1st Class Garage, UK

Specification advised by seller:

• Automatic with manual override
• Aero Racing front grill intakes to wings
• Full interior carpeting white piped
• Le Mans short shift 6 speed automatic gearbox
• Superior quality hood
• Black hood with full tonneau cover and tonneau carry bag with Morgan wings logo
• Electric boot opener
• Dashboard-mounted time clock
• Dashboard-mounted starter push button
• Heated windscreen
• Sun visors
• Elasticated map carrier etc. door pockets
• Metallic engine machine turned metal dashboard
• Ash surround and door cappings to full width dashboard and glove box
• Power socket in glove box
• Stainless Steel twin exhaust system
• Alloy polished pressed wheels
• Interior lighting to front & rear
• Phone & battery charger (under dashboard)
• Twin air bags
• Air conditioning
• ABS braking system
• Alloy wheels
• Factory fitted immobilizer
• Factory fitted dashboard push starter
• Morgan 1909 - 2009 Centenary logo wings to the sides
• Bucket sports seats with seatbelt holders
• Becker Radio / CD changer with Mexico Satellite Navigation
• Engine No: 51804320

The Condition

• Very attractive car in Rolls-Royce Velvet Green with white racing stripe
• Paintwork presents well in photos as shown
• The vendor states the vehicle is in very good overall condition
• One bolt missing from near side lower valance
• Biscuit leather appears in smart condition with no damage
• 6-spoke lightweight alloy wheels with silver finish and polished lip
• Pirelli high-performance tyres
• Bucket sports seats with good support and comfort
• Black fabric roof (replaced in 2012 at cost of nearly £1,000)
• Full tonneau cover with Morgan-logo carry bag
• Aero Racing front grill intakes to wings
• Stainless steel twin exhaust system
• Morgan 1909-2009 Centenary logo wings on sides

The vendor says:

“Having 6-Spoke lightweight alloy wheels finished in a classy silver with a polished lip are wrapped in high-performance Pirelli rubber and tucked behind the combination is a set of AP Racing brakes.

“The black fabric roof was replaced in 2012 at a cost of just under £1, 000.

“On the inside, bucket seats offer the driver enough support, whilst still retaining a decent level of comfort. There is a wide array of machined aluminium components too, the door handles, handbrake lever and surround and of course the turned dashboard. But what Morgan interior would be complete without some wood? None, that's why this one has a wooden top dash rail, door cappings and door armrests. Morgan really pulled out all the stops, even trimming the plastic steering column cowling in black leather to further cement the quality experience.”

The Mechanics

• BMW 4,799 cc N62B48 V8 engine
• 6-speed automatic transmission with manual override
• Power output: 362 bhp
• AP Racing brakes
• Quad-exit performance exhaust (cost approximately £1,900)
• Full Morgan and specialist service history as detailed above
• No advisories on current MOT

The vendor says:

“Open the bonnet and you'll find a BMW N62B48 V8 4. 8-litre lightweight compact engine, producing 362bhp. It's mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The car also benefits from a quad-exit performance exhaust that cost approx £1,900.”

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