1972 Morgan 4/4 1600 Two-Seater

Registration No: TUP 825K
Chassis No: B2736
MOT: Exempt

• Just three former keepers and 51,000 recorded miles
• In single ownership for forty-one years (1977-2018)
• Supplied new by I & J MacDonald of Maiden Law
• Subtly uprated with a sports camshaft, twin Dellorto carburettors and Koni shock absorbers etc

Introduced in March 1968, the '1600' was notable as the first Morgan 4/4 model to offer 100mph plus performance. Based around a box-section chassis equipped with independent 'sliding pillar' front suspension, a leaf-sprung 'live' rear axle and disc / drum brakes, its traditionally constructed thin-gauge metal over ash bodywork contributed towards a commendably low kerb weight (circa 700kg). True to the marque practice of using proprietary running gear, the newcomer was powered by a Ford-sourced 1599cc four-cylinder `crossflow' engine allied to four-speed all-synchromesh manual transmission. Initially available in basic or 'Competition Model' guises, the latter's Ford 1600GT (86bhp) unit was standardised during 1971. With its evocative styling, characterful interior and involving driving experience, the 4/4 1600 proved a beguiling proposition.

Supplied new by I & J MacDonald of Maiden Law on May 1st 1972, the condition of this delightful Morgan is a testament to the care that R. Cawthorne Esq lavished on it during his forty-one year tenure (1977 – 2018). Subtly enhanced over time, the 4/4 1600 gained an alternator, four-into-one exhaust manifold, sports camshaft, Kenlowe fan, Mintex brake discs / pads and twin Dellorto 40 DHLA carburettors (the latter necessitating the addition of a ‘Super Sports’ style bonnet air intake). As well as the mechanical enhancements, Mr Cawthorne treated ‘TUP 825K’ to a thorough bodywork restoration in 2006 including four new aluminium wings. His successor, G. Briggs Esq., kept up the good work. Thus, the past five years have seen two-seater benefit from a new ignition system, carburettor fettling and rolling road tune (which recorded 116.9bhp and 120.1lbft of torque) not to mention a replacement heater, oil cooler, Brantz trip meter and 0-8,000 rpm rev counter. Finished in Midnight Blue with Black upholstery, ‘TUP 825K’ is nicely detailed with a chunky leather bonnet strap, Castrol insert gearknob, Black weather equipment and painted wire wheels etc. Starting readily and running well during our recent photography session, the 4/4 1600 felt like a well sorted machine. Worthy of close inspection, this handsome Morgan is offered for sale with old V5, current V5C, original owner’s manual and history file.

For more information, please contact:
Damian Jones
damian.jones@handh.co.uk
07855 493737