Morgan Cars to launch 3 new models at the Geneva Motor Show
Morgan Motor Company, which gave us special edition creations with their signature streak of vintage styling like the 75th anniversary car, and also the iconic Superdry 3 –wheeler, will begin this year with the launch of 3 cars for the upcoming Geneva Motor Show on March 7, 2012. Named Aero Coupe, Roadster 3.7 liter, and the Morgan Plus 8, these 3 cars will feature all the automotive styling that was a part of the yesteryear coupes, but will have the advanced engineering seen in today’s high-end cars. In short, these cars are a perfect blend of old world charm, presented on a modern day platform.
· Aero Coupe
Built as a long touring coupe for 2 passengers, the Aero Coupe car has been given the sturdiness that one would need during the longest of journeys, while giving it all an aero-dynamic touch to achieve as high an efficiency as possible. With the chassis built from aluminum, the overall weight of the car has been reduced to 1/3rd of what it would have been had the unit been made of steel. With a variety of options to choose from, the customer can get the vehicle tuned to their choice, apart from the standard set of ash hardwood detailing, micro-stitched leather and suede for fabrication of upholstery. Colors and patterns can always be chosen from the wide variety available with the company. Under the hood, the buyers could get the option for a manual or automatic transmission, taking note of their preferences. Other than that, the there is a BMW 4,799 cc V8 engine, which takes around 4.5 seconds to reach from 0-100 km/ph, with the maximum limit being 273 km/ph. The average mileage is measured at around 8.25 kilometers to the liter.
· New Roadster 3.7 liter
As the name suggests, the Roadster car fits in a 3.7-liter 6-cylinder engine from Ford, which gives out 280 BHP of maximum engine out. This makes the vehicle rush from 0-100 km/ph in just 4.9 seconds, where as the upper limit for speed is pegged at 225 km/ph. The fuel efficiency of this powerful machine is pegged at 10.2 kilometers to the liter. Other than that, the buyer of the car will have the real leather interior upholstery, apart from the hi-tech dashboard, where all control systems bring in all the minute details of the vehicle’s condition, along with the theme being that of the cars from the older generation. Should you wish to indulge in some speed testing, there is even a clock to measure your lap time on it.
· Plus 8
Similar to the Aero Coupe, this edition of the Morgan Plus 8 packs in a 4,799 cc V8 engine, that shall give out around 367 BHP for general edition, and around 390 BHP when fitted with a special sports exhaust. One of the fastest to reach from 0-100 km/ph, this car takes just around 4.5 seconds to cross the speed barrier, with the upper limit being 250 km/ph. The efficiency is similar to the Aero model, with 8.25 kilometers to the liter being the average mileage. However, the buyers will also have the option of choosing from a 6 speed manual or automatic transmission. In terms of comfort and aesthetics, there is the retractable hood to soak in the open air, aparet from fitting in snuggly within the plush leather upholstery, and double lining for increased insulations. Standard equipment would also include the Radio & CD player with high end speaker system, apart from air conditioning and a special stowage compartment, in case one decides for a long run on the road. Sources say, this is near perfection of the kind of auto meant for mixed usage between city and highway roads.
Via: Morgan Motor Company
