[{"id": 4066481, "authorName": "Frantisek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/frantisek/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by Frantisek", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1579792349, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4066484, "authorName": "Frantisek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/frantisek/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "And now for something completely different.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1579792384, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4066544, "authorName": "VanCronk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vancronk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\u2018Carlos Fandango\u2019 stamped on the intake manifold. \n\nNow I want a cigar.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1579793551, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4066556, "authorName": "Lotus7A", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lotus7a/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a great looking vintage race car! Love to see it with no horrible roll cage and huge sparco seat.\r\nNice!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1579793593, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4066559, "authorName": "Lotus7A", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lotus7a/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by Lotus7A", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1579793616, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4066611, "authorName": "Lotusdriver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lotusdriver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Car has in the past been competitive and well raced. I don't know who owns it now. Good vintage racer.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1579794407, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4066651, "authorName": "David_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/david_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I never knew I wanted a car with \"Carlos Fandango\" parts on it but now I do.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1579795095, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4066756, "authorName": "Mgaguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mgaguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "With this lovely Morgan and the racing Imp just listed us old time racing fans from the colonies are being treated (and tempted) by BaT.\r\nJust looking at the pictures I can hear and smell those old racing memories.\r\nRace cars have a special odour. Just wish they could bottle it.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1579796690, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4067204, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the good words everyone. We will have a video of the car driving added to the listing soon. Let us know if you have any questions.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1579803769, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4069100, "authorName": "straightcut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/straightcut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful and well portrayed car, winningmakes! Could we get a picture of the underside of the right rocker to see the mid section of the exhaust? I'd like to see the section between the header connector and end of tailpipe. :^)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1579821779, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4070753, "authorName": "Duncan_same_old", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duncan_same_old/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In an earlier age Toby might have stamped \"Kilroy was here\" on those manifolds.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1579886265, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4072067, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@straightcut - We will get the car up on a lift soon and get a shot of the header connector for you.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1579898448, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4073147, "authorName": "jondrack", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jondrack/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "$10,500 bid placed by jondrack", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1579906225, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4073408, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@straightcut - Photos of the header connection to the exhaust have been sent to BaT and will be added to the gallery soon. I'll get more pics of the center section and send them in soon. We also added photos of the serial number under the driver's seat.\r\n\r\nIt is worth noting that in December we applied for a California title for this vehicle, and we should receive the title in the mail in the next week or so.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1579911697, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4073735, "authorName": "brigadooner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brigadooner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I race against a similar car and while these may look a bit like an old TC or TD, with the right motor these are unreasonably and unbelievably fast. I\u2019ve seen well driven old Morgan\u2019s like this leave less well driven period sports racers in the dust.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1579920123, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4074470, "authorName": "jbechtol47", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbechtol47/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does this car have a fuel cell? Thanks!! BTW, great looking Mog!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1579963633, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4075073, "authorName": "holeinthewallhotrods", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/holeinthewallhotrods/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jbechtol47\r\nThe description does mention that there is a fuel cell... although none of the pictures show the fuel cell.\r\nHope that helps you!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1579979172, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4075077, "authorName": "brigadooner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brigadooner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are those Raydot mirrors replicas?\r\nThe motor is the heart of a race car. Can you provide any further info on the build and performance (compression ratio, what can, approx HP and redline)?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1579979321, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4075768, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jbechtoI47 - Yes, as the description states there is a fuel cell that was replaced in 2013. It's in the rear portion of the car, and you can see it in some of the underside photos in the gallery.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580007487, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4075774, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We reached out to Brian Howlett at British Frame and Engine who rebuilt the engine and he noted that the compression ratio is 12 to 1, redline is at 6500+ rpms, and power is approximately 145 hp at the rear wheels.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580007813, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4076175, "authorName": "Rivcat52", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rivcat52/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wondering if the original rear deck or seats might be available with this purchase? Would love to get this baby on the street.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580051473, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4076446, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rivcat52 - The original rear deck and seats are no longer with the car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580061513, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4076773, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Additional photos have been added to the gallery.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580077409, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4076782, "authorName": "Rivcat52", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rivcat52/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks! Looking forward to that driving video.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580077817, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4076798, "authorName": "Rivcat52", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rivcat52/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m thinking the list of info. at the end of the photo gallery might be for a Healey. I believe it is labeled 100-4 .", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580078765, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4076873, "authorName": "johntennyson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johntennyson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are the rear tube shocks OK with vintage race groups?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580085231, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4076894, "authorName": "Duncan_same_old", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duncan_same_old/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@johntennyson -- depends on the group. Not within the rules with CVAR but not necessarily prohibited. Using them will bring a deduction in authenticity points just as engine overcapacity, wheels or track that are too wide, a 5-speed gearbox, etc. At worst the car could be moved up to a faster run group if the modifications are deemed to give too great an advantage. My 1952 Plus 4 race car used adjustable Armstrong lever shocks in the rear.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1580086782, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4077065, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@johntennyson - I think @Duncan_same_old summed it nicely up for you. As you can see in the logbook the car has run in many vintage races including the Sonoma Historics. \n\n@Rivcat52. - Good eye. We will remove the notes on the yellow paper. We submitted both of the cars at the same time and got those pics mixed up. Sorry about that! Driving video coming tomorrow.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580098472, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4077069, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@johntennyson - The owner notes that \"the car has been accepted by VARA, HMSA, CSRG and other orgs with those shocks as shown in log book. It has never been an issue. The car has raced in Historics and Sonoma.\"", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580098499, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4077115, "authorName": "johntennyson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johntennyson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks-- I hope that'll be the case with my '62 +4 when it's ready!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580103539, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4077388, "authorName": "jbechtol47", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbechtol47/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by jbechtol47", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580136449, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4079567, "authorName": "jeffsnook", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeffsnook/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anyone know who raced this MOG in the Midwest? Was it Pat Starr's? If so, it was a very fast car when I raced with it! Looks in super condition, someone bring it back to the Midwest!! Seller, do you know how many hours are on the engine after the BFE rebuild. GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580165991, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4079793, "authorName": "brigadooner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brigadooner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Jeffsnook,\r\nPat\u2019s blue Morgan sold two years ago (BAT auction) to a nice fellow in Calif (#33).", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580171733, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4080979, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jeffsnook - @brigadooner is correct. The MOG you mentioned was old on BaT in 2017 here: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1958-morgan-plus-4-roadster/\r\n\r\nFWIW, there is a driving video of this car on the same YouTube channel as the cold start video above, but we didn't post it to this listing because without a windshield on the passenger side the wind noise is too intense. We are working on a drive-by video to show the sound of the engine and exhaust.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580226461, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4081011, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jeffsnook - Photo of the logbook above show five races since the rebuild in 2012, so that's about 5-6 hours of run time. There may be a few more races in the logbook, so we will look through each page this morning and get a more exact total.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580226983, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4081517, "authorName": "FastEd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fasted/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Appears to be a well prepared +4 racing Morgan. It has the necessary modifications to make it competitive and reliable. Gemmer steering box, heavy duty front spindles, 4:11 limited slip, lowered suspension and a all steel engine built by a noted Morgan racer. I raced a Morgan +4 for almost twenty years and they are a joy if well prepared. I sold it on BAT Exclusives in 2011 and have many great memories racing against @jeffsnook in his TR3. Once you master the Moss box there is a great sense of accomplishment and you will be a expert in double decluching!\r\nBy the way,tube shocks were never objected to by the many sanctioning bodies I raced with but the DCOB Weber\u2019s May move you up a class within the group you are running. This car should be a great platform to begin and develop by the new owner. I envy the fun the new owner could have. The current bid would not cover the cost of the engine.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580235212, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4083639, "authorName": "carjmark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carjmark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller, Good looking +4: Any receipts for engine build/maintenance, spare parts, any bracing/on/in aluminum and wood doors , any track set-up notes, known needs besides full check-over (belts, fuel cell, rubber, common sense)? Thanks and GLWA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580252939, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4083863, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We sent the links for two drive by videos to BaT. They should be added to the listing soon.\r\n\r\n@carjmark - No receipts from the engine rebuild by Brian Howlett, though there are several photos of the process. No spare parts come with the car, and there is no additional bracing aside from the white roll bar that extends down at an angle along the seats. The Crow Enterprizes harnesses are dated 12/16 and are in need of new webbing. A new fuel cell was installed in 2013. There are no specific needs for this car mechanically, but the buyer should have it inspected before its next race, as you would any race car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580257635, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4084349, "authorName": "Paulgolfcar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paulgolfcar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller, as the rear deck is not original, normally you can access the fuel cell, rear axle etc from the spare wheel recess, how is it possible to work on the car at the track? \r\nAre parts of the rear deck easily removable ? \r\nPlease could you load some more photos of the cockpit of the car without the tonneau?\r\nCould we see the fastening / welding of the roll bar?\r\nFrom the last post, do we understand there is no door bracing internal of the doors?\r\nMany thanks and GLWA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580269039, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4084438, "authorName": "dougie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dougie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I raced against this car in the Sonama Historics. He jump me at the start, I got him back after the first lap. The car looked great in the paddock, I could tell it was well cared for. With the exception of late braking into Turn # 11, the car was well driven. \r\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oggQWYLdDmc&t=2s", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1580271428, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4084544, "authorName": "hankgiffin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hankgiffin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I race a similar Plus 4. They are really fun to drive and very competitive in their race group. The Gemmer box makes the steering much more responsive. This car is very well done. It is a $30-40K car.\r\n This is a $30-40K car.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1580276444, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4084804, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Two drive-by videos have been added to the listing.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580304237, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4085216, "authorName": "brigadooner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brigadooner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Paulgolfcar\r\nIf an owner wants side crash protection it is best done by extending the roll cage forward with single/dual bars and a lateral under the IP. For SVRA, I\u2019d want that level of protection.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580311298, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4085581, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Five additional photos have been added to the listing!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580317231, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4085833, "authorName": "TigerBob86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tigerbob86/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful Morgan! I have always loved these.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1580321099, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4086884, "authorName": "jondrack", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jondrack/", "bidAmount": 11250, "content": "$11,250 bid placed by jondrack", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580330387, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4087952, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Paulgolfcar - The differential and fuel cell are accessible by removing the back interior panels, as there are Zeus fasteners on all of them. We submitted the photos you requested to BaT, and they should be added to the listing soon. The roll bar is removed to fit under a lift in our facility, but you can see where the bars attach to the floors in the photos. \r\n\r\n@straightcut - Additional photos of the exhaust have been submitted to BaT, and should be added to the listing soon.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580336011, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4088087, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "10 additional photos have been added to the gallery.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580337387, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4088448, "authorName": "torontoyj", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/torontoyj/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by torontoyj", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580343614, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4088544, "authorName": "jbechtol47", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbechtol47/", "bidAmount": 13000, "content": "$13,000 bid placed by jbechtol47", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580345610, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4088562, "authorName": "lotuspilot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lotuspilot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have to say that I loved the drive-by video. Wonderful sound!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580345870, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4088571, "authorName": "lotuspilot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lotuspilot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does anyone happen to know the paint code or name of the color of green painted on the engine block?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580345990, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4088680, "authorName": "torontoyj", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/torontoyj/", "bidAmount": 14000, "content": "$14,000 bid placed by torontoyj", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580348585, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4088963, "authorName": "VR4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vr4/", "bidAmount": 14500, "content": "$14,500 bid placed by VR4", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580355342, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4089133, "authorName": "Jaguare", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jaguare/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Did I miss it or was there a picture of a Vin manufacturer plate?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580361454, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4089285, "authorName": "torontoyj", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/torontoyj/", "bidAmount": 15500, "content": "$15,500 bid placed by torontoyj", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580376534, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4089526, "authorName": "AMQJR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/amqjr/", "bidAmount": 15800, "content": "$15,800 bid placed by AMQJR", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580392695, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4089596, "authorName": "mogguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mogguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking Morgan race car. I'm surprised at the lack of bidding. You won't find a car that will be more welcome at any vintage race or enjoyed by the spectators or other entrants. It would cost upward of $60,000 to build a similar Morgan race car like it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580394022, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4089667, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Jaguare - This car was modified and purpose built for racing, and does not have a VIN plate. The serial number can be seen in the correct place under the driver's seat as shown in the photo gallery.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580395350, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4089750, "authorName": "brigadooner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brigadooner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "VIN plate: of the car came with one when new, why wouldn\u2019t it be kept on the car? My other vintage race cars still have their original VIN plates. \r\n\r\nBidding: it\u2019s still early... my value reference for this car is Pat\u2019s #33 that sold here 2 years ago.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580396953, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4089785, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@brigadooner - This car is on consignment with us, and we did not make the modifications. At some point in previous ownership the decision was made to remove the VIN plate for some reason.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580397453, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4089812, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@FastEd - As mentioned in our previous comments, photos of the serial number on the chassis under the seat can be seen in the photo gallery.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580397722, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4089788, "authorName": "FastEd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fasted/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Morgan\u2019s of this era had serial numbers stamped on the chassis cross bar on the right side of car under seat. That in effect became the vin. Should be able to find unless it is a new chassis that is unstamped. I have had three Morgan\u2019s of this era and none had Vin plates. The serial number became the registration number", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1580397742, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4089885, "authorName": "52Muntz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/52muntz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It was mentioned in a previous comment that a there is no title to the car but the seller was in the process of getting one. Any update on the progress of getting the title?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580398828, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4089966, "authorName": "Morgan111", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/morgan111/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Brian Howlett here, I'm the one that built the engine in this car and I can assure you it was done with all the best parts. This engine cost aroun $20+k to build. I have also driven this car many times and it a front runner for sure. I can assure you this car is right. The chassis number is stamped on the frame as it came from the factory.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1580400131, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090218, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@52Muntz - We are waiting for the title in the mail. We applied for it in December and it should be here soon. It is being sold on a bill of sale as listed in the description, and the CA title will be mailed to the new owner.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580404053, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090234, "authorName": "52Muntz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/52muntz/", "bidAmount": 16500, "content": "$16,500 bid placed by 52Muntz", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580404228, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4090242, "authorName": "jbechtol47", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbechtol47/", "bidAmount": 17000, "content": "$17,000 bid placed by jbechtol47", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580404375, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4090258, "authorName": "jfdlaw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jfdlaw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here we go, now the real bidding is starting. This car is gorgeous. Perfect vintage racer. If it was anywhere within a 12 hour drive of Western NY I would be bidding. My track car is at my mechanics and the trailer is empty. Then again, if it stays under $20K I'll find a shipper.\r\n This car should be at least $10K more than the current bid. I hope it stays with someone racing vintage. It's where it really belongs.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1580404670, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090301, "authorName": "52Muntz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/52muntz/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by 52Muntz", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580405338, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4090411, "authorName": "DirtDawg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dirtdawg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@52Muntz With apologies to the Morgan seller and with no intent to distract from bidding, I'll keep this brief. In the late 60s (67 or 68), I was a young warehouse grunt at Muntz Stereo Pak hdqtrs in Van Nuys. At one point, pallet racks were being cleared of old junk destined for the landfill. As I was up there loading a forklift, one box looked at bit different. Opened, was filled with period memorabilia from the Jet years. Took that down and walked over to Mr Muntz' office down the street. As I recall, he was very pleased. Alas, no raise for me though.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1580407345, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090460, "authorName": "brigadooner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brigadooner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To the successful buyer, \r\ntrace the ownership history and I\u2019ll bet you will find the original dara plate on someone\u2019s shelf as a bit of memorabilia.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580408269, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090466, "authorName": "Fordboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fordboy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Got here a little late, but that's how you do a drive-by, not puttering around in a parking lot.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580408359, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090614, "authorName": "moggie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moggie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This has probably not yet come near the reserve. If this were my car, there's no way that I would sell it for this price.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1580410264, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090621, "authorName": "Michael_Strauss", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/michael_strauss/", "bidAmount": 18500, "content": "$18,500 bid placed by Michael_Strauss", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580410334, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4090640, "authorName": "brigadooner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brigadooner/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by brigadooner", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580410521, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4090654, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the additional info @Morgan111 , and thanks for the bids @52Muntz and @jbechtol47 . This car is indeed a well sorted and fast vintage racer that will bring a lot of enjoyment to the next owner. \n\n@fordboy - We wanted to show the proper engine and exhaust sound and had a blast driving the car for the drive by vids.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580410639, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090685, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the bids @brigadooner and @Michael_Strauss", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580410858, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090811, "authorName": "brigadooner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brigadooner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Long way to go in the bids...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1580411516, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090836, "authorName": "962lane", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/962lane/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by 962lane", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580411594, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4090914, "authorName": "TobyAnderson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tobyanderson/", "bidAmount": 22250, "content": "$22,250 bid placed by TobyAnderson", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580412159, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4090934, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 1/30/20 at $22,250", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580412301, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 4090945, "authorName": "winningmakes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winningmakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the bids everyone. We will reach out to the high bidder to see if an arrangement can be made.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580412412, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090958, "authorName": "pkal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pkal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "really below value. can't argue with a reserve higher than this. i don't fancy RHD maybe that was a factor", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580412506, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4090989, "authorName": "52Muntz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/52muntz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "RHD may have played a role in the lower price. I think the lack of title to the car does as well. I haven't looked at the numbers, so I'm just guesstimating, but it seems that Plus 4 and 4/4 Morgan's just don't seem to be selling unless they are agressively priced. I look online and see the same cars for sale for months on end.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580412791, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4091084, "authorName": "jbechtol47", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbechtol47/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have an RHD Morgan Plus 4 street car and it is a ball and easy to drive. Maybe other issues here but I would hope RHD was not one.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580413526, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4091094, "authorName": "brigadooner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brigadooner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think RHD should not be an issue for vintage racers, as is no title. Most have multiple race cars and move back and forth between LHD and RHD comfortably. I thing the time of year is not optimal, lack of actual race video (video\u2019s of #33 are great advertisements). Sometimes BAT is a fickle place to sell race cars.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1580413604, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4092960, "authorName": "perry911113", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/perry911113/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Brigadooner and Winningmakes\n\nThere is no VIN Tag on a Morgan Plus 4\nThe factory only stamped the chassis on the passenger side crossmember. Look at either crossmember in front or just behind the passenger side seat if it's a LHD car.\nSo the # on this car would be on the driver side being a RHD.\nAll vintage 4 wheeler Morgans were as such.\nSo there is absolutely no data plate as brigadooner mentions.\nLinda and Larry Eckler at Morgan Motors will validate what I am saying.\nLinda and Larry are the best of the best Morgan Parts Service Restoration Technical Knowledge within the US and way beyond.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580437415, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4093714, "authorName": "brigadooner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brigadooner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Perey911113\r\n\r\nThanks for the education. Apparently Morgan scatters typical data plate numbers around the car, with the engine number on the bonnet hinge, the body number on a rear inner panel, and a chassis number on the frame. How idiosyncratic and typical of PM. I consider it a bit inconsiderate to not have it all on a nicely stamped plate, but I suppose the Morgan was is more resistant to tampering...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1580481292, "type": "comment"}]