Morgan Plus 8 1972

Morgan Plus 8 V8 of 1972. It is the first Morgan Plus 8 model, called a prototype, this unit is registered in Spain and it is registered as a historic vehicle since 1995, it has just been dissambled and completely painted in British Racing Green, the brakes are new and a complete engine overhaul has been carried out, it is a unit in very good condition, perfect for classic vehicle rallies due to its age.Development of the Plus 8 was led by Maurice Owen, an engineer hired specifically for the position. The Plus 8 was based on a modified chassis from the Plus 4 to house the Rover 3.5L V8 alloy block. The Moss gearbox of the Plus 4 was relocated and the axle was upgraded with a limited slip differential. The original 1968 Plus 8 was 57 inches (1,400 mm) wide. The Plus 8 prototype is identifiable by two small bumps on the hood near the center hinge and using Rover's production v8 engine powered by two carburettors. This ad is not legally binding, it may contain errors, it is included only for information purposes and no contractual.