[{"id": 5559731, "authorName": "fkcarlson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fkcarlson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gorgeous.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1609956417, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5559746, "authorName": "CanuckPeter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/canuckpeter/", "bidAmount": 1966, "content": "$1,966 bid placed by CanuckPeter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1609956652, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5559831, "authorName": "Leica1963", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leica1963/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely gorgeous! Was this the destination for the Zetec? just trying to imagine this chassis with 204hp!\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1609957901, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5559960, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Welcome to all BaTer\u2019s, here is me lovely lightweight Morgan 4/4 series V Competition, a very Rare Morgan.\r\nI bought it in April 2019 with the very best of intentions as I am an avid Morgan owner/racer, but as so often happens other projects get in the way, and as I am not a collector but a driver of older cars, it is such a shame to have \u2018Mr Mango\u2019 sitting in the garage so I would be much happier to see this car being used as he needs to be.\r\nI have changed the interior from purchase to black Sports seats, which were made in the U.K. by the guy who spent many years at Morgan making exactly these seats so they fit perfectly and are correct. I also changed the carpets to a marine grade mix so they will not mole if they get wet, and changed the door trim to black as well.\r\nI have installed a relay to ensure that the lightweight hi torque starter works correctly, changed the oil and generally serviced the car.\r\nAlso included are a set of 5 black 5.5 tube less wire wheels, from MWS in the UK which I bought for racing, but are unused.\r\nThere is also a new uninstalled Panhard rod kit, a set of Brooklands Aero Screens, Hood, Tonneau cover, and anything else I can find.\r\nPlease contact me through the \u2018Contact Seller\u2019 button, and I will do my best to respond as quickly as possible.\r\nPlease feel free to ask any questions, again I will do my very best to answer in a timely fashion.\r\nGood luck bidding,\r\nThanks\r\nPiers", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1609959278, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5559971, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Leica1963 yes I bought the Zetec for the Morgan, which would turn it into a road rocket, but when I looked closely at the 4/4, I thought it would be a shame to alter so dramatically a very rare car which goes very well as it is.\r\nHowever, the Zetec would be perfect for a multitude of other projects.....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1609959378, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5560920, "authorName": "wowmotorsports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wowmotorsports/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by wowmotorsports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1609965579, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5560965, "authorName": "happyhills", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/happyhills/", "bidAmount": 3250, "content": "$3,250 bid placed by happyhills", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1609965850, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5561083, "authorName": "SeaTacTom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/seatactom/", "bidAmount": 3350, "content": "$3,350 bid placed by SeaTacTom", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1609966621, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5561132, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Many thanks for the bids @wowmotorsports,@happyhills, and @ SeaTacTom, much appreciated.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1609966959, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5561219, "authorName": "Johnnywalsh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnnywalsh/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by Johnnywalsh", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1609967484, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5562361, "authorName": "SBriggs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sbriggs/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by SBriggs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1609976894, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5563199, "authorName": "RoscoeTurner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roscoeturner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lovely.\nWhat's the thinking behind two rear view mirrors in the cockpit?\nPlease comment on picture #115 which appears to be a different car (or at least a different motor)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1609999569, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5563433, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RoscoeTurner.\r\nI should have mentioned that the windshield folds flat onto the bonnet, and the two mirrors are there so you still have one in the correct position when the screen is folded.\r\nI couldn\u2019t resist adding in a photo of my old racing Plus 4, (which I still have) Morgan\u2019s are addictive...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610026000, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5563577, "authorName": "cfujgo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cfujgo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just toss a roll bar in and go racing!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610028885, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5563582, "authorName": "cfujgo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cfujgo/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "$12,500 bid placed by cfujgo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610028909, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5563626, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cfujgo, you are spot on, that\u2019s about it!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610029660, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5563858, "authorName": "SBriggs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sbriggs/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by SBriggs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610034243, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5564684, "authorName": "SeaTacTom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/seatactom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SBriggs....upgrading from your TR to a Morgan?.... a good step.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610046152, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5564827, "authorName": "anatolyarutunoff", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/anatolyarutunoff/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "5-speed is not original but a good idea...I have a '72 4/4 series v comp too", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610047224, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5566030, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@anatolyarutunoff, the 5 speed makes a lot of sense, more comfortable on the freeway and for cruising.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610054185, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5566966, "authorName": "deadeye", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deadeye/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Matching #s?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610059886, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5567305, "authorName": "dadmog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dadmog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wonderful cars, and this is a sweet example. Wish mine had a 5 speed!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610065820, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5567336, "authorName": "anatolyarutunoff", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/anatolyarutunoff/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I drove my 4/4 series v comp from Tulsa to Santa Barbara and back twice, cruising about 60. I forgot to order a heater so one winter's night I left tulsa with the top down in my nomex underwear, my 3-layer driver's suit, a marmot car coat, my balaclava tucked under the coat's hoodie. I put an earplug in my outside ear and my little radio's earphone in the other. except for the tip of my nose I was comfy; didn't need to put on the side curtains. I stopped at the 'big texan' for dinner and asked them if they had dark rum. I got coffee at the same time. they didn't tell me the only dark rum was 151proof Bacardi! the first sip felt like a knife blade all the way down...fun memories of that long-ago trip. put a fold-down windshield on it and won my race at the Monterey historics with it; the last race on the old fast course--'80 I think. I did trailer it out that time!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1610066461, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5567557, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@deadeye, No, it would be most unusual if it were, in my limited experience most Morgans were driven a great deal when they were young, and used engine swaps in those days could be cheaper than rebuilding the existing unit. My racing Plus 4 only has 29000 miles, but at least 28000 were on the track, and it\u2019s on at least it\u2019s third motor....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610069705, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5567747, "authorName": "cfujgo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cfujgo/", "bidAmount": 15500, "content": "$15,500 bid placed by cfujgo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610073259, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5568334, "authorName": "OldishGuy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldishguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Memories. Years ago while posted in England, a 1968 4/4 Comp was my daily driver for many months. I'm looking at my finance paperwork from the purchase. I borrowed $1,700 at 12% APR. Paying 10% or so down, this means I paid about $2,000 for the 4/4. B1735 was the ID number. While in my possession I drove daily 47 miles to/from work...every day. Rain or shine. Once during my ownership England had a drought. I put the top down for FIVE - 5 - weeks. Ideal. The Brits were going crazy. Rivers drying up. Crops dying. You get the picture. As I recall, the car had a 4:56 rear end. It accelerated like heck...up to about 80-90 mph. Then the revs topped out. Great fun. Slow car driven fast = much more fun than a fast car driven slow. Possibly an error was having my good friend, Griff Griffiths (Porsche, Morgan, VW guy in North London), decamber the front end (torch, cut, insert lower piece, weld it all back together). When I went to sell the car, this was noticed. But I sold it for what I paid for it. It was yellow, similar to this 4/4. And rust bubbles were already showing along the panel sides near the rear fenders. To repeat: daily driver in England. Weak heater. No windscreen defroster. But hey, I was young then. Oh, should add that for a long time I lived in Oxford and used to park the 4/4 on the street every night. Get up while it was still dark. Wake up the Morgan. Get home after dark. That's winter in the UK.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1610096373, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5572696, "authorName": "moodymanitobamorgan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moodymanitobamorgan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Posted by: anatolyarutunoff\n\"I have a \u201972 4/4 series v comp too\"\n\n Series V were manufactured from 1963-68, \n A 1972 4/4 is usually referred to as a 1600. (Kent X-Flow engine). \nI've owned my '69 comp. roadster # B1800 since November 1970, and no, it is not for sale..... \nMid 196o to mid 1970 4/4 s were probably the best \n\"all-round\" and most \"pursang\" Morgans ever made.\n(unapologetically biased)\nMy best auction wishes to Miss Mango's seller and her\npotential new owner!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610168422, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5572740, "authorName": "neilsrr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/neilsrr/", "bidAmount": 16500, "content": "$16,500 bid placed by neilsrr", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610169139, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5572959, "authorName": "elly18", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elly18/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@piersg I live in Houston.How do I get in touch to see the car? Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610192750, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5573045, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@elly18, just use the \u2018contact seller button\u2019, and we can arrange a time.\r\nThanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610199135, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5573393, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have received a question regarding the 'Competition' designation of my Morgan, and have searched through my books and the internet to try and fully clarify this.\r\nThe chassis record for B1247 determines that chassis number a 4 branch exhaust and a rev counter, in one article these were only available on the Competition models, essentially the installation of the 1500 GT Cortina engine at the factory was the difference between the regular 4/4 and the competition model.\r\nI just want to be completely clear about this, as far as I know there is no separate listing of competition chassis numbers, in fact no information from the factory as to how many were competition models and how many were standard,\r\nIn my opinion having reviewed the chassis record from the factory this is a competition model, but I may be wrong, the car is certainly Competition specification now, but I cannot be 100% certain whether she was or was not when she left the factory.\r\nRegardless, she is a beautiful aluminum bodied 4/4.\r\n\r\nThanks Piers", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610205760, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5573418, "authorName": "SBriggs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sbriggs/", "bidAmount": 17000, "content": "$17,000 bid placed by SBriggs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610206146, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5573452, "authorName": "cfujgo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cfujgo/", "bidAmount": 17500, "content": "$17,500 bid placed by cfujgo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610206520, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5573457, "authorName": "SBriggs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sbriggs/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by SBriggs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610206612, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5573465, "authorName": "cfujgo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cfujgo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well that escalated quickly!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610206760, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5573472, "authorName": "cfujgo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cfujgo/", "bidAmount": 22500, "content": "$22,500 bid placed by cfujgo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610206859, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5573551, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Morning bids improve my breakfast no end!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610208389, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5573862, "authorName": "fordfiesta", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fordfiesta/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One clue to whether or not a particular Series V might be the rear axle ratio, assuming that the one in the car is the original unit. \"Competition\" models commonly had a 4.10 rear end, while standard models frequently have the 4.56 ratio. I've had both, and the 4.56 ratio makes for a very busy engine on the interstate.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610213482, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5574076, "authorName": "fordfiesta", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fordfiesta/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Where did the Sport Seats come from?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610216583, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5574274, "authorName": "Rikky_VonOpel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikky_vonopel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would agree with the seller's description here of it being a \"Competition\". Unlike the +4 Super Sport where there is a documented list of factory cars, I have never seen a list of Series V 4/4 Comp chassis numbers. The factory sheet on this car documents the exhaust header, the tach, louvered bonnet, full alloy body (a big plus for this car in my opinion) which certainly bring it close to comp spec. It is interesting there is no mention of the GT spec engine or the rear axle ratio (although not overly surprising and doesn't mean they weren't there - it is a Morgan...). However the car does have the proper dual throat Weber for a Comp. The rest engine wise would come down to compression ratio and cam - I would be somewhat surprised if its not a GT engine given the rest of the special bits. So, I like the way the seller has presented the car - a Series V with most, if not all to make it a Competition but without advertising it as such. To me, also like the seller, it seems to qualify as one. Fantastic car - best of luck to all involved.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610220655, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5574816, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rikky_VonOpel, I believe the engine is to Ford GT 1500 spec.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610235774, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5574824, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@fordfiesta, I will see if I can check the rear axle ratio, I\u2019d like to know myself. The seats were made in the U.K. by a great guy who used to manufacture Morgan seats at the factory for many years, so full Morgan design spec, same great artisan.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610235992, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5574858, "authorName": "fordfiesta", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fordfiesta/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The 4.10 rear end should give you something around 3,300 RPM at 60 MPH, whereas the 4.56 would be more like 3,700 RPM. These figures are highly approximate (back-of-envelope calc).\nAnother quick note on the pre-crosssflow GT engines is that there should be a small brace from (iirc) one of the engine mount bolts (or elsewhere?) to brace the inlet manifold from the bottom. The Weber carb is pretty heavy, and with time and hard use, the manifold can crack at the flange. Wish I had a picture, but if I do, it's pre-digital.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610237449, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5575259, "authorName": "moodymanitobamorgan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moodymanitobamorgan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "From: The Four-Wheeled Morgan\r\nVolume 2: The Cowled-Radiator Models\r\nby Ken Hill\r\n\r\n4-4 1600 Competition Model\r\n\r\nBasically similar to the standard 1600 models, but equipped with the Ford 2737 GT engine of the Cortina GT, with a compression ratio of 9.2 to 1, a twin-choke Weber carburetor and a power output of 95.5 bhp at 5,500 rpm. Priced at \u00a31,551, the Competition Model was introduced in January 1969, the first Chassis Number being B1799. The model was discontinued in November 1970 when the Ford 2737 GT engine was adopted for all 4-4 1600 models.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610250362, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5576900, "authorName": "neilsrr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/neilsrr/", "bidAmount": 23000, "content": "$23,000 bid placed by neilsrr", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610322361, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5576944, "authorName": "CFred", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cfred/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a lovely example. The listing points out to all of us that we should be asking sellers about the last time they lubed the suspension.\r\nThe winning bidder will have a good time, and there will always be something that needs attention. Isn't that what you want?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610323503, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5577392, "authorName": "moodymanitobamorgan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moodymanitobamorgan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not much doubt that this car is a Series V Competition Model, and one that is especially noteworthy because of it's alloy body, What seems surprising to me is the omission of the designation on the chassis record. It is noted on my car's factory build info without listing the details that make it so.\r\nI believe my car, (B1800) to be the second 1600 Competition Roadster produced, the first being B1799, my factory issued owner/driver instruction book covered the series IV, V and V Competition Model and it was accompanied by a \"1600\" supplement. The 1600 rear axle ratios were 4.1-1 for the comp. model and 4.56 -1 for the tourer. Series V apparently had the 4.56- 1 as standard equipment and listed 4.1-1 as an option on both V (59.5/4600) and V Comp. (78/5200) models.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610341826, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5577415, "authorName": "OldishGuy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldishguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My '68 4/4 was sold to me as a \"4/4 Competition\" model. I have it in writing. Was told it had the 4.56 rear axle. Maybe it was a Comp? Maybe it wasn't a Comp? Even a 4.10 would have had the same result re acceleration and maxing the revs. I was 23 years old. I had no idea what was under the hood. All I knew back then was that is was super fast up to about 80-90 mph. Thereafter: forgetabout it. 47 miles to/from work daily, in England. My best friends? The towels I used to clear the inside of the windscreen. Sold it to a Rocker. Don't recall his name, but he was already sort-of famous.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610343208, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5578878, "authorName": "deadeye", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deadeye/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are the brackets for the Brooklands-style windscreens already installed open the car?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610391734, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5579448, "authorName": "we_prefer_panasports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/we_prefer_panasports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We give kudos for providing the Morgan Chassis Record! Although we would generally prefer the original Westminster Green, the current orange shade works great with the new black interior! Seller knowledge/transparency is paramount for us. GLWTA \ud83e\udd89\ud83c\udfc1", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610395347, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5579670, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ deadeye, yes they are.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610396689, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5581984, "authorName": "carjmark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carjmark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Piersg: What do you use for VIN identification as VIN was stamped on frame cross member, are seats fixed or \"moveable,\" any engine mods when rebuilt? Thanks and GLWS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610413597, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5582270, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carjmark, I asked the same question from the previous owner, I don\u2019t believe they restamped the cross member. \r\nThe seats are fixed by 3 bolts, so you could move them relatively easily.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610418484, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5584110, "authorName": "morganplus8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/morganplus8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a nice car, I built up a very similar 4/4 years ago and in reality whether this is actually a Comp. model makes little difference, it appears to have the \"good stuff\" along with a 5 speed gearbox. Everybody that had 60's 4/4 upgraded it with a downdraft weber and headers and now most have 1600 xflows under the bonnet. From my reading the Comp. cars had Selectride rear dampers and this has upgraded tubular units so this does not rule anything out. They typically did not have alloy bodies, but if you wanted that, I am sure Morgan would accommodate. Best of luck to the seller and soon lucky buyer!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610474963, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5585242, "authorName": "carjmark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carjmark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Piersg: So same question, when the DMV wants to see the VIN # on the car what do you show them short of creating my own plate and attaching?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610482327, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5586603, "authorName": "parker235", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/parker235/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love the colour scheme of this car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610488875, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5586891, "authorName": "Damnfool", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damnfool/", "bidAmount": 24000, "content": "$24,000 bid placed by Damnfool", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610490448, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5587253, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carjmark, I will address this so it is not an issue.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610493098, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5587587, "authorName": "elly18", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elly18/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just realized,I didn't see any seat belts. Are there any, and how ,and to what , do they attach? And without a rollbar,is there a place to attach shoulder harness, or must one add rollbar to have shoulder harness? Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610497619, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5587630, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@elly18, there are no seat belts currently in the car, it\u2019s a very simple exercise to fit regular belts should you wish to do so. \r\nIf you wanted to fit shoulder belts, you can buy a bar from some Morgan suppliers, which bolt across the rear wheel arches. \r\nI installed one on my plus4, and will post a couple of photos to demonstrate.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610498464, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5587634, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A shoulder belt bar.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610498539, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5588309, "authorName": "Duncan_same_old", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duncan_same_old/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Shoulder belts were installed by Morgan by simply bolting through the wood wheel arch. I didn't trust this so I fabricated a strap to carry the load from the mounting bolt down to the steel chassis. Easy to do. \r\n\r\nI'm glad to see this car getting a lot of positive attention, and not just because Piers is a fellow vintage racer and friend of mine (we attended the same CVAR race student weekend with our Morgans and it's been a real pleasure to follow his car purchases over the years). This model may have been seen as the baby brother of the Plus 4 when the Series II was introduced but as it matured into the Series V (particularly with the GT engine) it became a viable alternative with significantly lower weight on the front axle than the Plus 4 with a smooth, full-synchro gearbox but the same rugged chassis and brakes. I think the new owner will be satisfied.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610511258, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5588314, "authorName": "toly_arutunoff", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/toly_arutunoff/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "you don't want a shoulder harness without a good rollbar--you'll get your head torn off if you roll over; the same goes for the Hans device", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610511507, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5588426, "authorName": "elly18", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elly18/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks Piers. Of course it will need a rollbar installed. Can't imagine not having some roll over protection,with or without shoulder harnesses. That said, I think it is wise to have shoulder harnesses even sans roll bar ,to keep one from slamming into the steering wheel or dashboard which are so close .", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610515978, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5588429, "authorName": "moggie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moggie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@morganplus8 mentioned \"select-a -ride\" adjustable rear shocks. If I'm not mistaken, they only came standard on the Plus4 Competition (of which 42 were made - I own one of them). They were not very durable and hence were usually soon replaced by standard Armstrong lever shocks. I think they were also used on Aston Martins so there aren't cheap spares around.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610516085, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5588586, "authorName": "kyleecclestone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kyleecclestone/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by kyleecclestone", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610540232, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5588621, "authorName": "Damnfool", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damnfool/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What about the issue of no serial nr. on the car. You aren't going to get a title in FL without one.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610542686, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5588854, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Last morning, the week has flown by. \r\nGood luck bidding and please use the contact seller button anytime. \r\nThanks \r\nPiers", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610547923, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5588866, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here is a presentation plate stamped with the chassis number which naturally goes with the car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610548086, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5588944, "authorName": "wood2green", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wood2green/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great Colour!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610549446, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5588983, "authorName": "Superdave", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/superdave/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The new photo of this great car on the track got me thinking about all the great races and friends we have from 38 years of racing 5 different Morgans all over this great country of ours. \r\nThen I noticed something that brings up another question... \r\nIn that picture the carburators (SU) and the exhaust are on the right hand side.\r\nDoes this mean that the car had a Triumph engine in it at one time?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610550298, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5589166, "authorName": "Damnfool", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damnfool/", "bidAmount": 27000, "content": "$27,000 bid placed by Damnfool", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610552634, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5589177, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Superdave, the green Plus4 track car is a different vehicle all together , I just couldn\u2019t resist including a photo!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610552795, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5589987, "authorName": "962lane", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/962lane/", "bidAmount": 28000, "content": "$28,000 bid placed by 962lane", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610563557, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5590892, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If the (hopefully) new buyer requires a stamped number in the chassis, I will ensure this is done prior to shipping.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610568493, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591085, "authorName": "portsby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/portsby/", "bidAmount": 28250, "content": "$28,250 bid placed by portsby", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610569495, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591096, "authorName": "elly18", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elly18/", "bidAmount": 28500, "content": "$28,500 bid placed by elly18", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610569517, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591110, "authorName": "portsby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/portsby/", "bidAmount": 28750, "content": "$28,750 bid placed by portsby", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610569608, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591138, "authorName": "memo1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/memo1/", "bidAmount": 29000, "content": "$29,000 bid placed by memo1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610569717, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591185, "authorName": "962lane", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/962lane/", "bidAmount": 29500, "content": "$29,500 bid placed by 962lane", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610569909, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591199, "authorName": "memo1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/memo1/", "bidAmount": 30000, "content": "$30,000 bid placed by memo1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570008, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591227, "authorName": "ckittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckittle/", "bidAmount": 30500, "content": "$30,500 bid placed by ckittle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570116, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591228, "authorName": "Damnfool", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damnfool/", "bidAmount": 31000, "content": "$31,000 bid placed by Damnfool", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570118, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591242, "authorName": "ckittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckittle/", "bidAmount": 31250, "content": "$31,250 bid placed by ckittle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570205, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591259, "authorName": "Damnfool", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damnfool/", "bidAmount": 31500, "content": "$31,500 bid placed by Damnfool", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570322, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591266, "authorName": "ckittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckittle/", "bidAmount": 31750, "content": "$31,750 bid placed by ckittle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570382, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591278, "authorName": "Damnfool", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damnfool/", "bidAmount": 32000, "content": "$32,000 bid placed by Damnfool", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570499, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591286, "authorName": "ckittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckittle/", "bidAmount": 32250, "content": "$32,250 bid placed by ckittle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570545, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591293, "authorName": "EJM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ejm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wonderful Automobile !", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570602, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591302, "authorName": "Damnfool", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damnfool/", "bidAmount": 32500, "content": "$32,500 bid placed by Damnfool", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570661, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591315, "authorName": "Abacot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/abacot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Damnfool ... the clock resets to 2 mins after each increase so no point in cutting it close", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570745, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591321, "authorName": "ckittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckittle/", "bidAmount": 32750, "content": "$32,750 bid placed by ckittle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570779, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5591329, "authorName": "Oldtracker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldtracker/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "People like to play that game and then their provider has a glitch and they are SOL.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610570829, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591333, "authorName": "Beentheredonethat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beentheredonethat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You two are nickel and dimeing this beauty which should go for $40K +/-. How about some serious increments.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610570841, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591348, "authorName": "ckittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckittle/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 1/13/21 for $32,750 to ckittle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610570901, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 5591357, "authorName": "moodymanitobamorgan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moodymanitobamorgan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stolen....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610570936, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591360, "authorName": "ckittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckittle/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "wow!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1610570938, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591365, "authorName": "Lotusfan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lotusfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "great buy", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610570965, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591354, "authorName": "EJM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ejm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The candlestick maker in my area has one of these cool Morgans and about the same color. Love it. Best of luck to the winner.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610570970, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591373, "authorName": "Beentheredonethat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beentheredonethat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well buyer, you are one lucky dude. Enjoy the hell out of an unusual example.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1610571017, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591376, "authorName": "Abacot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/abacot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\ud83d\udc4d\ud83d\udc4d Piers ... sorry it isn't coming my way", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610571030, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591426, "authorName": "RidleysRides", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ridleysrides/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Neat car and a GREAT BUY! Have fun with it! Congrats @ckittle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610571260, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591443, "authorName": "Oldtracker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldtracker/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a soft spot for these Morgans though I've not driven one. Can anyone comment on the placement of the gear shift so near the bottom of the dash? It looks extremely uncoordinated shifting and I'm sure I'd have skinned knuckles.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610571311, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591453, "authorName": "memo1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/memo1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats and great buy! If I didn't have transport and reg costs (Calif) ... Wonderful car!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610571337, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591497, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In my humble and completely un-biased opinion @ckittle, you have a terrific car at what I hope is a great price for you. Many congratulations, I hope you have many years enjoyment from this wonderful car. Thanks to all the bidders and commentators, always good fun.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610571540, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591552, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Abacot, Thanks Greg, but you never know there maybe something else on the horizon, even though I tell myself NO MORE CARS, something seems to just turn up...\ud83e\udd2b", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610571719, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591561, "authorName": "ckittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckittle/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@piersg a big reason I felt comfortable buying it was because of your presentation and the clear passion that I sensed you have for these vehicles. Feel lucky to buy from an owner like you!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610571762, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591626, "authorName": "BrianSouthwell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/briansouthwell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats Mr. G! I have a fond memory of chasing you down I10 in that beauty.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610571962, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591669, "authorName": "moodymanitobamorgan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moodymanitobamorgan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great acquisition buyer...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610572137, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5591695, "authorName": "DeftLeft", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deftleft/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Oldtracker Shifting & downshifting any Morgan is a joy! You can scrape your knuckles on the pavement if you reach your hand out the other side.\n\n I wish I could flag \"stolen\" as non constructive as I feel every one of these auctions are a \"win win\" deal for both parties. This car had more then 10,000 views, almost 700 watchers and 34 bids. Ckittle stepped up and got a deal Piersg enjoyed maximum exposure and $32,750 is serious money and exactly what the car was worth today. I realize \"stolen\" is an expression to say \"Great Deal!\", but I bristle every time it is said after such a thrilling auction. Auctions are all about what you got and attracting a serious buyer willing to pay up. This is a beautiful car and yes it was well bought.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1610572454, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5592377, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DeftLeft, I agree with you, of course I wanted more every seller does, and although I firmly believe that Morgans are overlooked as fun vintage sports cars, those who know and appreciate them do get a great deal for their \u2018investment\u2019 , which is another ridiculous term commonly used during the rebuild or restoration of vehicles.\r\n\u2018How much did you invest?\u201d Is a common question.\r\n You never invest in a restoration you spend $$, and they are gone . Spent.\r\nYes I \u2018lost\u2019 money in the ownership of the car, but it\u2019s my hobby so no problem, I don\u2019t think of it that way, if I did I\u2019d never buy anything and would sit at home twiddling my thumbs dreaming of all those car related experiences I never had.\r\n@ckittle didn\u2019t steal the car he did get a great car at a great price, the right price on the day, and that\u2019s different.\r\nLike many BaT regulars, now that I have money in my pocket I will start looking to \u2018invest\u2019 back into the car market, maybe @abacot or @cfujgo have some old things I could steal from them\ud83d\ude02\ud83d\ude02", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610575587, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5592868, "authorName": "cfujgo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cfujgo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@piersg I know I missed a good car here and will regret it. And You also know I always have a few old cars laying about.\r\nMy Cooper Monaco will be coming here soon, maybe a few others as I try to rightsize the collection. Congrats See you at MSR. Cheers mate", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610577342, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5593116, "authorName": "DeftLeft", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deftleft/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@piersg We are of the same mind. I especially like your comment about \"Never buy anything and dreaming about all you never had\". Oscar Wilde defined a cynic as \"one who knows the price of everything and the value of nothing\". Between purchase and sale, a car can pay dividends every time you peal back the cover if you are of the right mind. Just having a car like this Morgan in your life at any cost is an experience to cherish for a lifetime. Great photos make it all the better. I do not walk into a Casino thinking I am going to make money, there are a lot of clever ways to make money. If I enjoy myself and get close to breaking even it was a good outing. When I buy a classic car, I have to put away the calculator and do all I can afford to make it right. If I \"valued engineered\" every dollar it would suck out all the joy. I owned a '67 roadster and a '65 DHC both were fabulous companions, but each were sold for a reason. I wish I had 10,000 people view those cars, I might got a better price. No, who cares, it's just a car not a house. Let it flow and pass it on enjoy how good it feels. I admire your taste in cars and your attitude about ownership. Go find a great deal. It is an imperfect world and on any day there is someone that over values and another under values and that is why these auctions are so engaging. (see my recent No Reserve purchase of a VW camper SOLD 11/13/20) bought well, not stolen.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610578588, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5593484, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cfujgo, Chip, looking forward to it, see you on track\ud83d\ude03\ud83d\udc4d\r\nAll the best\ud83c\udf7b", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610582484, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5593496, "authorName": "piersg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piersg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DelftLeft, love your van, brings back memories of a misspent youth in the U.K. constantly being stopped by the Police in their Morris Minor patrol cars, sniffing heavily for that \u2018special aroma that always seemed to emanate out of VWs with Pink Floyd on the stereo, halcyon days....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1610582816, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5594065, "authorName": "benbrungraber", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benbrungraber/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "fun, to read these. thank you.\r\na Morgan Moment (or Run) - heading from NJ to NH before EZPass. i realize i have enough change for only a couple $0.35 exact change tolls. i pull up to first, take my foul shots, and look down, to spot more than a buck in dimes and quarters. started laughing and did not stop for the entire Garden State Parkway run. kept going for those lanes and made money on the drive. still have the Morgan ('66 four-place), and only just now realized i always will.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1610592751, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5599592, "authorName": "JonnyRingo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jonnyringo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@benbrungraber Reaching down to pick up loose change from the roadway is something understood only by those who drive TR3s, Morgans, and Allards. Jaguar owners just wouldn't want to be seen picking it up.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1610668068, "type": "comment"}]