This Morgan Plus 8 got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1972 Morgan Plus 8 underwent refurbishment work during previous ownership and was acquired by the current owner after being offered on BaT in September 2018. The car is powered by a 3.5-liter Rover V8 paired with a four-speed manual transmission, and it is finished in blue over an aluminum-clad interior with bucket seats trimmed in tan upholstery. Additional equipment includes a padded four-point roll bar, 15″ alloy wheels, power-assisted front disc brakes, an Edelbrock carburetor and intake manifold, a side-exit exhaust system, Marchal fog lights, latch-and-link lap belts, a Moto-Lita wood-rimmed steering wheel, and a heater. Work performed during current ownership has included replacing the water pump and repairing the fuel tank. This Plus 8 is offered on dealer consignment with a convertible top frame, side screens, a spare tire deletion cover, service records, and New York registration listing the car as a 1968 Morgan.

1972 Morgan Plus 8

The car was reportedly disassembled, stripped, and refinished in blue in 2012. The bumpers have been removed, and the windshield has been cut down by two inches. Additional exterior details include a padded four-point roll bar, Lucas tri-bar headlights and fog lights, a louvered aluminum front valance, a leather hood strap, three windshield wipers, a driver-side mirror, dual side-exit exhaust outlets, dual fuel fillers, and a rear-mounted spare tire.

1972 Morgan Plus 8

Silver-finished 15″ alloy wheels are mounted with 195/60 Bridgestone Turanza Serenity Plus tires. Braking is handled by power-assisted front discs and rear drums, and the brake system and suspension were overhauled during previous ownership.

1972 Morgan Plus 8

The cockpit features aluminum-shell bucket seats trimmed in tan leather with ventilation rings, which are complemented by riveted aluminum panels throughout. Two hinged storage compartments and an exposed display of eight spare spark plugs are located behind the seats, and amenities include latch-and-link lap belts, a glove compartment, USB charging ports, dash timers, and a heater.

1972 Morgan Plus 8

A wood-rimmed Moto-Lita steering wheel fronts a VDO tachometer as well as a Smiths 240-km/h speedometer and auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer indicates 92k kilometers (~57k miles), and true mileage is unknown.

1972 Morgan Plus 8

The 3.5-liter Rover V8 features an Edelbrock carburetor and intake manifold, and it sends power to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. Service in 2020 included replacing the water pump and repairing the fuel tank.

1972 Morgan Plus 8

Additional images showing the condition of the underside are included in the gallery below.

1972 Morgan Plus 8

Documentation accompanying the car includes invoices that show itemized lists of work performed from 2012 through 2020.

The car does not have a title, as it is registered in a state that does not issue titles for a vehicle of its age. It is being sold on its registration.

Auction Result

High Bid USD $42,000 (Reserve Not Met)
Auction Ended July 8, 2022 at 12:05PM PT
Bids 11
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Seller: racer355
Location: Huntington Station, New York 11746
Listing Details
  • Chassis: R7662
  • 92k Kilometers (~57k Miles) Shown, TMU
  • 3.5L Rover V8
  • Four-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Blue Paint
  • Tan Upholstery
  • Padded Four-Point Roll Bar
  • 15" Alloy Wheels
  • Power-Assisted Front Disc Brakes
  • Edelbrock Carburetor & Intake Manifold
  • Dual Side-Exit Exhaust Outlets
  • Marchal Fog Lights
  • Latch-&-Link Lap Belts
  • Moto-Lita Wood-Rimmed Steering Wheel
  • Heater
  • Convertible Top Frame
  • Side Screens
  • Service & Refurbishment Records
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer
Additional charges from this dealer: USD $0
Lot #78111