Description
The Morgan Aero Super Sports is a targa-roofed development of the AeroMax platform. Presented in 2009 at Villa d’Este Elegance Concours to celebrate the 100 years of Morgan, the Super Sports shares the same chassis, engine and transmission of the Aero 8 Series 4. Version 4 of the Morgan Aero 8 has the new BMW 4. 8 V8 (N62B48) with 362 bhp and 370 lb/ ft of torque. This 13% power increase over the previous Aero gives the new Series 4 Aero 8 a power to weight ratio of 315 bhp per ton. A first for the Aero 8 also comes in the form of an optional automatic transmission; Morgan state: ZFs 6 HP26 six speed gives even better performance than a manual gearbox due to its special lock up clutch, low power loss design and instant change characteristic. The automatic is usable either as a full automatic for more relaxed driving or in sport manual mode when the bespoke gear lever will hold the engine revs up to the maximum in each gear, increase change speed and blip the throttle to smooth down changes. The rear of the car retained the Lancia Thesis rear lights and wing shape but had a boat tail style with a comparatively large practical boot. In addition to these technical changes, a repositioned fuel tank (to improve the weight distribution), revised instrumentation, an increase in luggage space, revised air vents, a move to a conventional handbrake lever and air intakes and exits on the front wings distinguish the Series 4 Aero 8 from previous models.
Charles Morgan visited Jay Leno's Garage in a Super Sports.
This very rare Morgan Aero Super Sports was sold by us new to a nearby Morgan enthusiast for his collection and delivered on September 30, 2011. (There are less than 35 of these very unique cars in the US). The owner special ordered BMW Sierra Red exterior complimented with Kennington Raffia light tan quilted leather upholstery. The engine turned aluminum dash trim and door caps were ordered trimmed in Tawny ash woodgrain. Optional equipment order included side exit exhaust, silver roof panels & matching silver alloy wheels, Super Sports custom car cover, and photo build record. The owner also special ordered top side bonnet louvres. It was also fitted with a later style beefier Morgan silver alloy wheels. This Aero Super Sports has been kept in his custom, climatized car storage building and has less than 4000 original miles.
