1961' Morgan Plus 4

1961 Morgan Plus 4 Supersport RHD. Registration MM5266
Introduced at the 1950 Motor Show, the Morgan Plus 4 was designed as a more powerful sibling for the 4/ 4 model. Powered by the robust Standard-Triumph 4 cylinder engine as opposed to the 4/ 4’s Ford power unit, it retained the original pre-war styling until significant styling changes in late 1953 introduced a curved radiator cowl, which is very much as it is today.
Body changes were not the only improvements made to the Plus 4 over the years as its strong competition pedigree prompted improvements to its engine and specification culminating in its peak of development with the Super Sports model introduced in February 1961.
Only 101 Super Sports were made between 1961 and 1968 and they are amongst the most desirable of all Morgan models due to their competition successes at most of the major international races throughout the 1960’s.
So it were Chris Lawrence and Richard Shepherd-Barron winning the 1601-2000cc GT class at the 1962 24 Hours of Le Mans driving a Plus 4 Supersport, rumors say it even was the exact car offered here, and won their class.
One of 101 original and authentic Supersports, first registered 1961, and raced very successfully in the 1960’s as documented in files with the car. Raced in a grid amongst drivers like Phil Hill.
Fully restored in the late 1980’s / early 1990’s by a well known Marque specialist, the car remains in outstanding condition supported by a comprehensive history file. The Engine is to competition road race specification
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning genuine factory "Lawrence Tune" 1961 RHD Morgan Plus 4 Supersport. This truly is an amazing car with immense performance.