2017 Morgan Plus 4
£34,950
- Make
- Morgan
- Model
- Plus 4
- Year
- 2017
- Mileage
- 4,000 mi
- Body
- Convertible
- Engine
- 2
Overview
Experience classic sports car motoring in this 2017 Morgan Plus 4, a hand-built British icon with authentic charm. Finished in Ivory with burgundy mohair hood, this near-new example has covered just 4,000 miles and remains in excellent condition throughout. Powered by a 2.0-litre Ford GDI engine producing 154 bhp, paired with a 5-speed Mazda manual gearbox, it delivers 118 mph top speed and 0–60 in 7.5 seconds. Walnut dashboard, leather interior, stainless steel wire wheels, and radiator grille complete the traditional specification. A true collector's piece, still Guernsey-registered with full service history.
From the Dealer
- •Near-new condition with only 4,000 miles, sparingly used and well-maintained
- •Ivory bodywork in as-new condition with burgundy mohair hood and matching sidescreens
- •Stainless steel wire wheels, radiator grille, and luggage rack
- •Leather interior and walnut dashboard in near mint condition
- •Morgan-branded car cover included; assistance available with shipping and importation
About the Morgan Plus 4
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The Morgan Plus 4 is a lightweight, open-air sports car that represents Morgan's philosophy of traditional British motoring with minimal complexity. Built on a tubular steel frame with aluminium body panels, it combines analogue driving characteristics with modest engine options, typically inline-four or inline-six units. The car appeals to enthusiasts seeking uncomplicated, mechanical engagement rather than modern technology. Multiple generations exist under this nameplate since 1950, with significant updates in 2012 introducing a new platform and 2020+ bringing contemporary engines. It remains a niche product hand-assembled in limited numbers, positioning itself against modern roadsters through heritage and tactile driving experience rather than performance metrics.
Pros
- +Engaging, mechanical driving experience with minimal power steering
- +Lightweight construction provides good power-to-weight ratio
- +Classic aesthetics with timeless appeal
- +Strong enthusiast community and parts availability
- +Relatively affordable entry to sports car motoring
Watch out for
- −Basic interior with few creature comforts or infotainment
- −Limited practicality with minimal luggage space
- −Weather protection is minimal despite hood option
- −Modest performance compared to modern rivals at similar price
Common issues
- !Corrosion on steel chassis despite treatment
- !Water leaks around windscreen seals and hood
- !Outdated electrical systems prone to intermittent faults
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Overview **Overall Comments** Few cars better personify traditional, wind-in-the-hair, sports car motoring than a Morgan. This is a near-new condition Plus 4 model with very low mileage, in excellent running and driving condition. A Morgan-branded car cover is included. The car is Guernsey registered. We can assist with shipping and importation processes if required, but any import duties and transport costs would be additional to the price listed. **Body** The bodywork of the Morgan is excellent throughout, with the Ivory paintwork in lovely, as new condition. The car has stainless steel wire wheels, a stainless steel radiator grille and stainless steel luggage rack fitted. The colour-coordinated, burgundy mohair hood is in very good condition, together with matching sidescreens. **Mechanical** The last of these traditional Plus 4 models were fitted with a 2.0 litre Ford GDI engine mated to a 5-speed Mazda MX 5 manual transmission. The engine is rated at 154 bhp @ 6000 rpm, with a quoted top speed of 118 mph and a 0-60 mph acceleration time of around 7.5 seconds. This well-balanced sports 2-seater is in great mechanical condition, running and driving just as it should. **Interior** The interior leather trim and carpeting is in near mint condition, as might be anticipated with such a low-mileage vehicle. The walnut dashboard carries a full set of modern instruments complimented by a Moto Lita wood-rimmed steering wheel. Asking Price £ 34,950 History The Morgan Motor Company was founded in 1910 with the specific aim of building three-wheeled “cycle cars”. With a front-mounted engine powering the single rear wheel, they quickly became known for manufacturing well-designed and well-built vehicles, proving very capable in the racing world. Morgan's first four-wheeler – the 4/4 - was released to the public in 1936, following the same build principles as their 3-wheeled models (which were phased out in 1952). The Morgan Plus 4 was then introduced (in 1950) with a larger engine to provide more performance. This theme continued with the introduction of the Plus 8 in 1968, which made use of the Rover V8 engine. The turn of the century saw the development of new models – all still being handbuilt in traditional Morgan fashion - such as the Roadster and Aero 8, a revised Plus 4 and even a new Morgan 3-wheeler. The Plus 4 model was produced from 2014 to 2020 and the example here was first registered, new, in Guernsey in December 2017. It has remained in the island throughout its life, well maintained and cared for, sparingly used with less than 4,000 miles recorded.
