Registration: B186VUM
Chassis: C6825
Odometer: 48,500
Transmission: Manual
MOT: May 2026

• Fabulous patina
• Family owned for 30 years
• Mechanically well maintained
• If ever there was a survivor, this is it

Introduced in March 1982, the Morgan 4/4 was equipped with the Ford 1597cc CVH engine, paired initially with a four-speed gearbox before benefiting from the adoption of the Ford Sierra five-speed transmission in 1984. By 1985, the model gained the wider wings of the Plus Four, enhancing its already purposeful stance. Production of this particular generation remained modest, with approximately 1,652 examples built up to November 1991.

Offered here is an example that can only be described as utterly captivating - rich in character and steeped in history. Finished with a patina that simply cannot be replicated, this is an example that immediately commands attention. ‘Wow’ scarcely does it justice.

The vendor has kindly provided the following information:

“If I remember correctly, my Mum bought the car in 1996. She only had three cars in the time I've been alive - 47 years. The Mog, an X-reg Chevette from new and a rusty Escort estate before that. She always wanted a quintessentially different 2-seater and British car and it was the obvious choice, much to my dismay at 17 years old (and she had no need for a family car). Oh, and my Mum was never quite like other mothers, still isn't to this day!

She is a firm believer in a car should be used and not hidden away and this was very much the case. The car was mechanically maintained without expense, but with being used for intended purpose, 40 years are showing on the old Mog - but loved all the same, perhaps even more so…

It was used for work when my Mum was still working, I used it for a spell in the early 00s when my car was broken (frequently). It travelled from Warrington to Surrey a couple of times a year to visit relatives - wind, rain, hail, snow, whatever. On one occasion, my Mum hiding behind a wagon for cover from the elements during a storm. Weather never stopped my Mum from taking her Mog, despite my Dad's best efforts "It's an old car, perhaps you should take mine", Mum replies "Where's the fun in that"...

On the basis that you treat others as you'd want to be treated yourself; the Mog reciprocated. She has never, ever, not started or broken down in 30 years - I think that was the car’s way of giving back to the mechanical maintenance always provided, no expense spared.

We simply don't have the time and energy to bring back the silver one, wanted a Mog in the family so purchased a newer 4/4 to take her place. Hopefully she finds a new home where she's adored just as much.

Drive her, restore her, keep her as a survivor, either way she's ready to go, literally.

It has a built in trickle charger (plug in the glovebox)
2 sets of all keys
Tonneau cover
Thatcham cat2 immobiliser
New fuel filler hoses (they perish)
New fuel pump
New mats
12v cigarette plug fitted in glovebox
Duel filler caps
Full stainless exhaust (mild steel std on that model)
New coolant hoses
New switches
New battery
All the recent work from Lifes as per invoice
I'm sure Matt at Lifes would be happy to confirm how straight and well the car drives too.
Everything works as it should and drives amazing as you'll find out! Just get the revs up to the exhaust band for the video if you do one!”

The ownership history is both reassuring and evocative. The first two custodians cared for the Morgan from new until 1996, when it was purchased from Morgan agents Lifes Motors by Mrs Rosemary Gillman. Pleasingly, the history file retains the original bill of sale issued to Mrs Gillman in October of that year. It remained in her devoted ownership for two decades before passing to her son in 2016, a testament to its status as a cherished family possession.

As one might expect of such long-term ownership, this Morgan has lived a full and interesting life. Its exterior presents a wonderfully honest patina - beautifully weathered and full of stories - while a closer inspection reveals an example that belies its appearance. Mechanically, it is reported to be in fine fettle, ready to be enjoyed from behind the wheel exactly as its makers intended.

The grey leather interior echoes the exterior’s charm, displaying a well-used but appealingly authentic finish that complements the overall character.

Recent maintenance has included a comprehensive service, with attention given to key items such as a new cambelt, water pump, spark plugs, rear brake cylinders and fresh rear axle oil, ensuring it is well-prepared for continued use.

Stand a short distance from this Morgan and it draws you in; step closer and its personality becomes irresistible. It is, without question, a remarkably genuine example and a true survivor of the marque.

Whether to restore or to preserve is a question often posed with examples of this nature - but in this instance, the answer may lie in simply embracing it as it stands: an honest, charismatic and highly usable classic.

Opportunities such as this are seldom repeated.