The Morgan Motor Company have been producing vehicles with their unique mix of craftmanship and modern technology for 115 years and still make their cars by hand, including the modern three-wheeler model. The origins of the three-wheeler started out when founder H.F.S. Morgan designed a single seat example for his own personal use back in 1908. Since the three-wheeler was classified as a motorcycle due to its drivetrain layout, payment of British Tax was not required for these vehicles which made it a convincing selling point along with the low running costs and maintenance that equaled that of a motorcycle and sidecar. Layout gave good balance and road holding with Morgan three wheelers achieving success in motorsport plus record braking runs at Brooklands.

In 1927, the Super Aero was introduced with streamlined bodywork with a rounded beetle back. In 1931 a three-speed transmission & reverse gearbox with single chain drive was introduced and a new model, a development of the Super Aero, the Aero Supersports was introduced.

This Morgan Three Wheeler is a 1933 Aero Supersports model with a 1098cc JAP V twin engine with overhead valves and three speed plus reverse gearbox. It was purchased in the UK and mported to South Africa in 2001 and is registered and licensed on the natis system reflecting the 1933 year model and “Used” status. This example comes with an extensive file documenting 23 years of single family ownerhsip with 19 years in current ownership

Recent re commissioning on arrival at Crossley & Webb has included:

Mechanical

• Repair oil pump – make up new cover and gasket , seal and test
• Remove and strip all wheel assemblies and replace and grease wheel brearings
• Service and adjust all cables (accelerator, chock, advance/retard etc.)
• Major service – all oils etc. flush, clean and refill oil tank

Fuel system

• Flush and clean fuel tank
• Ovehaul carburettor
• Replace all fuel lines and filter

Cooling system

• Rebuild radiator
• Replace radiator hoses and clamps
• Fit thermostat to lower radiator tank

Electrical

• Replace battery
• Repair & service electric spark unit and set points
• Replace spark plugs, plug leads and suppressor caps
• Service, repair & align starter motor and brackets
• Repair all wiring including brake light switch

Suspension and brakes

• Grease all suspension & grease nipples
• Service brake linings and reset handbrake

This is a rare opportunity to secure an extremely rare collector car of which only a handful exist in South Africa

Contact Gareth for more details: Tel: (021) 462 3558 - Mobile: 083 5370 456