New take on an old car - Morgan AR Plus 4

[infamous]

This looks awesome.
It's not cheap by any means but that Cossie tuned engine is very appealing!
motacarblog.com/2015/07/24/introducing-the-morgan-ar-plus-4/

[ramirez]

IMO a hell of a lot more could have been done externally. It just looks... a little Halfords with the lights and mesh grill.

[Davenger]

There are hundreds of better choices of wheel

[accord83]

I'd have one, but not sure of the headlights.

"Show Bond the new Gatling gun headlights Q".

[DWDarkWheels]

Thread needs pics

IMO, old and new should meet. Here they jar.

[Mystery Machine]

I was in the workshop as they were putting this together ready for its unveiling at Silverstone Classic this weekend (the AR Motorsport engraved door handles, leather badge and keyrings are made by yours truly!) I love the colour, the choice of materials, the raw alloy bits, the box weave carpets (which also make an appearance on the new Aero8) and the overall appearance.

I did dare to mention that I really didn't like the headlights (or the blingy LED spotlights) and the main designer, Jon Wells, said he hated them too. Mark Evans (Aero Racing manager) said that it was their new initiative to move over to LED lighting on all new cars. I see what they are trying to do but until someone can design and make a really nice LED 7" round headlight then I'm going to still say I'm not a fan.

Twisted (who build those rather expensive Land Rovers) do have some nice LED headlights, but the main headlight part is still a halogen projector unit. I reckon this would be a good halfway house until some nicer units that look less 'Ripspeed' can be sourced.

Why have I spent all this time commenting about just the headlights? Because it's a massive visual thing on a Morgan and this set, IMHO, really do let down an otherwise lovely car.

[Rich G]

Jul 26, 2015 17:15:28 GMT DWDarkWheels said:

How do they get away with those toggle switches? They don't look (to me) to be the sort of thing that you'd get through BIVA but I guess this is a production car so maybe the rules are different?

Agree about the headlights, they'd have to go in favour of some "proper" 7-inch jobs if it were mine, need chrome wire wheels too. Other than that I think it's fine.

[georgeb]

Jul 27, 2015 21:28:15 GMT Rich G said:

How do they get away with those toggle switches? They don't look (to me) to be the sort of thing that you'd get through BIVA but I guess this is a production car so maybe the rules are different?

Must admit, I'd thought the same thing although if they can get use them then great. I think they look (and feel) far nicer than rockers or push switches.

Agree on the headlights (possible to fit an old style mesh grille and hide them a bit?), but I do like the dash, along with the whole interior.

[alolympic]

Jul 26, 2015 19:21:22 GMT Mystery Machine said:

I was in the workshop as they were putting this together ready for its unveiling at Silverstone Classic this weekend (the AR Motorsport engraved door handles, leather badge and keyrings are made by yours truly!) I love the colour, the choice of materials, the raw alloy bits, the box weave carpets (which also make an appearance on the new Aero8) and the overall appearance.

I did dare to mention that I really didn't like the headlights (or the blingy LED spotlights) and the main designer, Jon Wells, said he hated them too. Mark Evans (Aero Racing manager) said that it was their new initiative to move over to LED lighting on all new cars. I see what they are trying to do but until someone can design and make a really nice LED 7" round headlight then I'm going to still say I'm not a fan.

Twisted (who build those rather expensive Land Rovers) do have some nice LED headlights, but the main headlight part is still a halogen projector unit. I reckon this would be a good halfway house until some nicer units that look less 'Ripspeed' can be sourced.

Why have I spent all this time commenting about just the headlights? Because it's a massive visual thing on a Morgan and this set, IMHO, really do let down an otherwise lovely car.

Totally agree with your thoughts. Not sure how critical LED's are to night driving really, so until they make them look pretty, not worth the compromise....

[nomad]

A good effort - nice lines, smart engine bay.
Nice quality interior but not quite to my taste, it's odd to see a modern indicator stalk when the doors have old-style door lever.
Has to be a big *no* to the LED lights, those would be the first thing on my to-do list

[marinanut]

Jul 27, 2015 21:28:15 GMT Rich G said:

Jul 26, 2015 17:15:28 GMT DWDarkWheels said:

How do they get away with those toggle switches? They don't look (to me) to be the sort of thing that you'd get through BIVA but I guess this is a production car so maybe the rules are different?

Agree about the headlights, they'd have to go in favour of some "proper" 7-inch jobs if it were mine, need chrome wire wheels too. Other than that I think it's fine.

I was wondering that, especially the squared-off gearstick surround..... unless its a 'show car' and the production models will be more 'compliant'. Agree with the LED lights - for now, bin 'em until a 'proper' light can be sourced.