Description
2009 Morgan Aero 8 Series 1V Centenary Edition 1909-2009 (one of about 35 special models only produced that year).
This being the top-of-the-range Morgan 'Flagship Model'
The Aero 8, a revelation for Morgan, it's first all new design since the mid-1960s. Automatic 6-sped with manual over-ride. The Aero 8 is as impressive now as it was then. For the first time, Morgan had deployed an aluminium chassis and worked with BMW, not only to gain access to their extensive testing facilities, but also to source a V8 heart.
Despite being an all-new model, the Aero 8 didn't stray too far away from traditional Morgan styling, swooping lines of the 1930s are accented by subtly extended wheel arches, narrowing rear end and at the front, a very traditional Morgan grille sits proudly in front of a traditionally louvred bonnet.
This Aero 8 is a Series IV, supplied new in 2009 it was ordered in an incredibly tasteful specification. Rolls-Royce Velvet Green over a full Biscuit leather interior.
Chosen to be on display at The Hampton Court Concours of Elegance, and was judged by HRH Prince Michael of Kent in 2021. Sold with rosette prize awards. 'Cowfold Country Classic Car Show' award, Eastbourne 'Magnificent Motors' , Isle of Wight Concours d' Elegance and display at Queen Victoria's church.
Having 6-Spoke lightweight alloy wheels finished in a classy silver with a polished lip are wrapped in high-performance Pirelli rubber and tucked behind the combination is a set of AP Racing brakes.
The black fabric roof was replaced in 2012 at a cost of just under £1, 000.
On the inside, bucket seats offer the driver enough support, whilst still retaining a decent level of comfort. There is a wide array of machined aluminium components too, the door handles, handbrake lever and surround and of course the turned dashboard. But what Morgan interior would be complete without some wood? None, that's why this one has a wooden top dash rail, door cappings and door armrests. Morgan really pulled out all the stops, even trimming the plastic steering column cowling in black leather to further cement the quality experience.
Open the bonnet and you'll find a BMW N62B48 V8 4. 8-litre lightweight compact engine, producing 362bhp. It's mated to a 6-speed-manual gearbox. The car also benefits from a quad-exit performance exhaust that cost approx £1, 900.
This Morgan was exported to Germany not long after its delivery in 2009, it was repatriated some ten-years later.
Full service records at 46, 000 odd miles in book along with instruction books for sat nav and radio etc. The service records show a well-loved and cared for car:
01/ 2009 - 1, 000 miles - Morgan Motor Company, UK
03/ 2011 - 11, 700 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
11/ 2011 - 14, 700 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
09/ 2013 - 23, 800 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
09/ 2014 - 27, 445 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
04/ 2016 - 31, 400 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
04/ 2018 - 40, 500 miles - Flaving Morgan, Germany
04/ 2019 - 41, 800 miles - 1st Class Garage, UK (Morgan and classic car local service station and garage for continued service history)
10/ 2020 - 43, 700 miles - 1st Class Garage, UK
01/ 2021 - 44, 780 miles - 1st Class Garage, UK
09/ 2021 - 45, 600 miles - 1st Class Garage, UK
10/ 2023 - 47, 180 miles - 1st Class Garage, UK
A piece of British motoring history, with supercar performance, and German reliability. It could be the perfect combination.
Features;
Automatic with manual over-ride
Aero Racing front grill intakes to wings
Full interior carpeting white piped
Le Mans short shift 6 speed automatic gearbox
Superior quality hood
Black hood with full tonneau cover and tonneau carry bag with Morgan wings logo
Electric boot opener
Dashboard mounted time clock
Dashboard mounted starter push button
Heated windscreen
Sun visors
Elasticated map carrier etc. door pockets
Metallic engine machine turned metal dashboard with Ash surround and door cuppings to full width dashboard and glove box with power socket
Stainless Steel twin exhaust system
Alloy polished pressed wheels
Interior lighting to front & rear
Phone & battery charger (under dashboard)
Twin air bags
Air conditioning
ABS braking system
Alloy wheels
Factory fitted immobilizer
Factory fitted dashboard push starter
Morgan 1909 - 2009 Centenary logo wings to the sides
Bucket sports seats with seatbelt holders
Radio / CD changer with Mexico Satellite Navigation
Make: Morgan
Model: Aero 8
Registration: HD09 UOR
Year: 2009
Showing mileage of 48, 317 at last MOT
MOT: 2 Oct 2024
V5: Present
Former Keepers: 1
Body Type: Convertible
Engine Size: 4799 cc
Doors: 2
Seats: 2
Exterior Colour: Black/ Green
Interior Colour: Tan
Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: Automatic
Engine No: 51804320
Chassis No: VIN ends 0703Full-service history from day one of delivery from Morgan dealership. Accepted entry into the very prestigious Hampton Court Concours of Elegance by invitation only.
It was invited to be on display at the most high end of events of the year at The Hampton Court Concours of Elegance reviewed by HRH Prince Michael of Kent and other well-known car experts. This is the English equivalent of the American Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
Images at: - details above
This car is NOT sold with the cherished registration.
