JAMES PATERSON WINS!
Silverstone, July 2010
 James Paterson
has won the Betty Haig Trophy for HSCC Road Sports edging out Paul Anderson
(Porsche 928) and Justin Murphy (Ginetta G4).Paterson was the first winner
of the day, completing the weekend double in his Morgan Plus 8.
The LIFECAR
II
Malvern May 15, 2010
The MMC has announced that it will revamp the original concept of the
two-seater LifeCar from its previous a prototype to a new fully fledged
production vehicle, LifeCar II. In the place of the original hydrogen fuel
cell will be as yet undefined "hybrid drive train" developed with Birmingham
City, Oxford and Cranfield Universities. The state the car will have
a 1000 mile range, weigh less than 800kg, a fifteen (15) mile EV range,
0-60mph in 7 sec and a FOB cost at under £40,000.
TRADS RETURN TO AUSTRALIA!
Australia, July 22, 2010
The Downunder dealer, Morgans of Australia, has notified his customers
that traditional Morgans will again be available in Australia after
3 years of no shipments. After some encouragement, the MMC ran a frontal
crash test and the car passed standard without a airbag! Australia does
not require rear testing as does the USA and Canada.
US A.S.S.
& AEROMAX
Malvern, May 2010 (UPDATED)
US dealers have been informed that the new Aero Super Sports will be
fully US-compliant. The A.S.S. appeared at the LA and Detroit Auto Shows.
The MMC sees a potential of "200 sales" in US. The model replaces
the Aero 8s and the Aeromax. Production will be limited to"175" units.
Click
for Brochure. A number of US Aeromaxes were shipped this month
imported using the "Bill Gates law" exemption.
RECORD FOR 2009!
Malvern, UK, June 12, 2010 (updated)
The Works announced that 2009 reached a year's record for 4-wheel production.
690 units produced! The bulk if these orders were for trad models with
the major market being the European Continent. Approximately 240 cars
(34% or total sale) were shipped to the UK. Mr. Morgan has stated that
2010 production of 850.
news: newsdesk@mogwire.com |
FIRST MMC DEALERSHIP!
Malvern, July 16, 2010
The Morgan Motor Company has removed the vintage wooden doors from
last year's Centenary Visitor's center with new plate glass and transformed
the area into a Factory retail car showroom as part of a new aggressive
program to expand their direct sales. A new retail commission salesman
has been hired full time. Management states that they hope that this facility
will sell in this, its first year, over new 50 units, representing an impressive
percentage of the total Morgan market in the UK and making it the biggest
dealer in the UK network. This is also the first Morgan retail showroom
since the Company opened over a century ago. We have been advised that
incentives are offered to induce sales, a free tank of petrol, credit
for MMC car rentals, 400£ off suggested retail price. Concurrently,
the Company advised some of their longest established Agents that they
will no longer supply them with new cars. (The Factory's oldest Agent (45
years) is 15 miles away). As yet, there has been no comment from the UK
dealers or the Dealership Council. A reception for the showroom debut will
be celebrated shortly .
THE MORGAN SPORTS!
Malvern, March 2010
The MMC displaying again at the Geneva International Auto and Accessories
Show from March 4 to 14th, 2010. Many European dealers attended.
The Works showed its present model range including the very popular 4/4
Sport and a prototype of a Roadster Sport in development at the Works with
eager enthusiasts. Production Director Steve Morris has been seen about
in his!
The Roadster Sport (above) is now fitted with a Euro 5 engine
making it Euro compliant for 2011.
ATTENTION ALL MORGAN
ROADSTER 100 OWNERS“
July 30. 2010, UK
Before the dust settles on the Morgan Centenary Year, David Harris
(Car No. 001) and Frank Lomax (Car No. 015) thought it would be a good
idea to set up a Register of these Unique Cars. Apparently a limited edition
of only Sixty Cars in this series were actually manufactured. We guess
that they would already be spread far and wide in the UK and overseas.
We would welcome contact from all owners, so that experience is shared
and modifications monitored.
Beyond that, it would be for owners to decide how the Register develops.
David may be contacted on davidharris144@btinternet.com and Frank may be
contacted on frankwlomax@yahoo.co.uk
opinion: editors@mogwire.com |
NEW SURPRISES PENDING?
Malvern, July 26, 2010
The MMC has advised its dealership network that need 2011 orders and
before deposits mid-September. They have also reported that there will
be new and exciting models reported within the next two week. Watch this
space!
COMPANY ANNOUNCES FOUR
SEATER COUPE
Pebble Beach August 15, 2010
The MMC has announced and released the sketch (click for larger view
and OTHER IMAGES)
and brochure above of its
new EvaGT 4-seater coupe to be called the EvaGT after Mr. Morgan's youngest
daughter. (The Aeromax was named after Mr. Morgan's son, Maximilian.) A
2.5 ton clay representation of the car wAS officially unveiled at the Pebble
Beach Concours d’Elegance in California on August 15, 2010 as the International
Debut. Coming fast on the heels of the announcement on the LifeCarII and
the new Aero SS, the car fills out a full line-up
of futuresque- styled models. Information indicates that the rear-wheel
drive EvaGT will be powered by a BMW's direct- injection 3.0-litre twin-turbo
straight-six with 300bhp and 295 lbft of torque. A bonded aluminum chassis
based on a modified version of the Jim Randle's 1996 creation which has,
in various forms, carried the (now ended) Aero 8s (Series I through IV),
the Aeromax (an earlier limited edition) and now the current Aeromax
variation in the Aero SS (also a limited edition. Combined with aluminum
body panelling, the firm hopes the total curb weight will peak at no more
than 1250kg. Morgan states that the vehicle will be assembled by hand but
computer technology will be used in the design and manufacturing stages
as well. The Works earlier quoted a price of £40,000 but word from
dealers suggest that the car will be in the £80,000 range. EVO magazine
suggested £100,000 (FOB Malvern) for early 2012 deliveries. The MCD
(Morgan Club Deutchland) has indicated that the debut of this clay representation,
planned for October 2010, will be canceled.
AERO S.S. RACING
Dijon, France May 8-9, 2010
Morgan Aero S.S. racing has moved from 2 cars in the 2009 GT3 Championship
to one entry in 2010 Championnat de France GT. In April, the car finished
18th & 28th at Nogaro, 26th place in the races at Lédenon. However,
in Dijon saw a 4th and 2nd place finishes in the two races! In June
at Val de Vienne the car placed 22nd in a running field of 24 in
the first
race and 18th in a field of 25 in the
second race.
CAPITOL MOTORS CLOSES
July 10, 2010 Purceville, VA, USA
Capitol Motors of Virginia, has closed its doors.  CMV
had taken over the Purceville operation of Cantab Motors after its bankruptcy.
They operated in cooperation with Capitol Motors of Atlanta, now also closed.
They join Cantab and Morgans of the Rockies in closing for lack of product
since 2004.
PLUS 4 SUPER SPORTS
PHOTOBOOK
August 10, 2010 Amsterdam
Hermen Pol, the noted Morgan historian has announced a limited edition
photobook on his dearest Morgans, the legendary Morgan Plus 4 Supersports.
For details click HERE. |
