1974 Morgan 4/4

Highlights

• Extensively restored in 2014 including bodywork repairs and retrim
• Accompanied by a service history and documentation including restoration invoices
• Brakes and carburettors recently refurbished
• MOT exempt as a pre-1977 historic vehicle

The Appeal

The Morgan 4/4 is one of the longest-running production cars in motoring history. First introduced in 1936, its hand-built ash-framed construction, traditional proportions, and unfiltered driving experience have made it a perennial favourite among enthusiasts. The 1974 model, fitted with the reliable 1,600cc Ford Kent engine and a four-speed manual gearbox, sits in a particularly appealing sweet spot, old enough to be MOT exempt, yet mechanically straightforward to maintain and enjoy.

This example indicates 50,105 miles on the odometer and comes with a large history file documenting its care over the decades, including a 1991 valuation survey recording 38,376 miles. In 2014, the car underwent an extensive restoration encompassing bodywork, a respray in British Racing Green, and a full interior retrim. More recently, the brakes and carburettors have been refurbished and the battery replaced. The vendor describes the car as driving well with a lovely exhaust note, and notes that it starts on the button. His sale is prompted by his 6'3" frame proving a touch too tall for extended comfort in the cockpit. With its charming period character and well-documented history, this 4/4 presents an appealing opportunity for the next custodian.

Key Information

• Mileage: 50,105 miles (indicated)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT exempt as a pre-1977 historic vehicle
• Technical specs: 1,600cc four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual
• Paperwork: Owner's manuals, V5C, service history and documentation including restoration invoices

The Detail

• Bodywork restored in 2014 by M.D. Allen Engineering including corrosion repair, new metal welding, and panel fabrication (invoiced at £1,918.53)
• Retrimmed in 2014 by Broadland Upholstery in beige vinyl with new panels, carpets, sills, and tunnel covering (invoiced at £1,485.00)
• Rear ash framing replaced with new ash during the 2014 retrim
• Resprayed in British Racing Green in 2014
• Brakes recently refurbished
• Carburettors recently refurbished
• Battery recently replaced
• Starts on the button, we are told
• The vendor states the car drives well following the carburettor refurbishment
• The vendor describes the paintwork as in overall very good order
• Chrome could benefit from a little attention
• Underside reported to be in good condition
• Interior is typically simple and includes a radio
• Petrol gauge is not currently working
• Black hood with tonneau and side screens included
• Headlights fitted with mesh protectors
• Three-spoke leather-rimmed steering wheel
• Fitted with rear luggage rack and spare wheel with cover

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