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Description

• Iconic Morgan +8 from the 1970s
• Powerful 3.5-litre V8 engine (3,528 cc) with 5-speed manual gearbox
• Older original condition with charismatic British character
• Timeless black colour scheme with classic roadster styling
• Lightweight sports car with a pure analogue driving experience
• Indicated mileage of 24,788 km
• Belgian registration papers
• Car-Pass available

The Morgan +8 is considered one of the most characterful British sports cars ever built, combining classic pre-war styling with the performance of a powerful Rover V8 engine. Thanks to its lightweight construction, hand-built character and pure mechanical driving experience, the +8 became a true cult classic within the world of British roadsters. The combination of traditional craftsmanship with modern V8 performance results in a uniquely emotional driving experience.

This 1978 example remains in an older original condition and is presented in a stylish black colour scheme that perfectly matches the timeless character of this British classic. The car retains its authentic charm and offers an exceptionally direct driving experience in which the sound of the V8 engine takes centre stage. Thanks to its hand-built nature, iconic styling and increasingly rare presence on the market, the Morgan +8 remains highly sought-after among enthusiasts of pure classic sports cars.

This Morgan +8 combines the charm of a classic British roadster with the performance level of a powerful V8, resulting in a uniquely engaging driving experience that is rarely found in modern sports cars today.

Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has prepared an expertise report for this vehicle with the following findings.

Technical data

• Make: Morgan
• Model: +8
• Year: 1978
• Date of first registration: 24/05/1978
• Engine: 3,528 cc V8
• Transmission: Manual gearbox (5 speeds)
• Colour: Black
• Mileage: 24,788 km (indicated mileage)
• Chassis number: R8402

Condition and points of attention

• Restoration and originality: older original condition

• Bodywork: repainted with signs of use

• Underside: original and good, honest condition

• Tyres: good condition, should last for several more years

• Interior, soft top and carpets: restored with signs of use
• Remark: soft top improved with fabric instead of plastic
• Remark: soft top in good original condition

• Chassis number check: original and readable
• Chassis number location: underneath rear side of passenger seat

• Engine bay: good honest condition

Engine and mechanics

• Engine: good honest condition

• Fluids and maintenance: well maintained

• Clutch: works properly

• Gearbox: works properly

• Brakes: work properly

• Handbrake: works properly

Electrical system

• Horn, windscreen wipers and dashboard function properly

• Heating: not working

Suspension and axles

• Function properly

Documents

• Belgian registration papers
• Car-Pass available
• Car-Pass: https://public.car-pass.be/vhr/253b4d22-d439-4a06-ac1b-eec850fe4482

This Morgan +8 can be viewed at Oldtimerfarm.

Watch our additional videos:

Warranty:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv9nimvtu8M

Mileage on classic cars (km/miles):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-sd5QJg5po

Purchase procedure:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNc9Ag1mDPQ

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make: Morgan
Model name: Plus 8
First registration date: Not provided
Year of manufacture: 1978
Mileage (read): 24,793 km
Chassis number: Not provided
Engine number: Not provided
Gearbox number: Not provided
Matching numbers: Not provided
Number of owners: Not provided

Technical details

Body style: Convertible (Roadster)
Power (kW/hp): 114/155
Cubic capacity (cm³): 3529
Cylinders: 8
Doors: Not provided
Steering: Left (LHD)
Gearbox: Manual
Gears: 5
Transmission: Rear
Front brakes: Not provided
Rear brakes: Not provided
Fuel type: Petrol

1978 | Morgan Plus 8

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