The Morgan Motor Co.Ltd. of Worcestershire is one of the most venerable names in British automobile manufacturing. The company introduced two cars at the 1910 Olympia Motorcycle show and, in 1911, revealed a two-seater that garnered great interest and ultimately attracted the famous department store, Harrods, as its first agent. A series of racing victories and highlights - including the one-hour record in 1912 for 59.8 miles in 60 minutes - led to annual production of one thousand Morgans annually by the beginning of World War I. This was all with three-wheeled vehicles. It was not until 1935 that Morgan's first four-wheeled vehicle was introduced - the 4/4. The majority of Morgan 4/4s were exported - going to the U.S. or other markets - and sales were buoyed by the car's reputation for superior handling and driving enjoyment. By 1952, the Morgan three-wheelers had ceased production altogether and the 4/4 was complemented by the Plus Four model which had a bigger and more powerful engine. The original Morgans were powered by a Ford engine but, in later years, the Ford powerplant was replaced by engines taken from the Triumph TR2 - and ultimately the TR3 and TR4. While the 4/4's powerplants evolved over the years, the basic shape and construction of the sports car remained much the same as the original mid-1930s model, adding to its appeal and vintage feel. Now, a 1955 Morgan 4/4 is re-created in a precision-engineered replica that captures this vintage automotive classic.

Engine: In-line, L-head four cylinder, 71.55 cubic inch (1172 cc)
Horsepower: 36-39 bhp @ 4,400 rpm
Transmission: 3-speed manual
Top Speed: 75-78 mph
Weight: 1,430 pounds
Original Price: $2,240 (440 pounds sterling)
Current Value: $13,500 (excellent condition)

(1997)

Scale: 1:43