[One-Off] Morgan SP1 2015 (Foto Ufficiali)

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WCF

Press Release :

MORGAN SPECIAL PROJECTS INTRODUCES THE MORGAN SP1- SP1 is a Morgan commissioned vehicle to be launched at Salon Prive

- SP1 is the first creation of the newly formed Morgan Special Projects Division

- SP1 showcases every aspect of the skilled craftsmanship utilised at Morgan;

harnessed over 105 years of bespoke, coach-built, manufacturing

The Morgan SP1

The Morgan SP1 (Special Project 1) is a one off, bespoke creation that has been

commissioned through the Morgan Special Projects Division. The SP1 represents

the true capabilities of Britain’s last privately owned car manufacturer and like

every Morgan is as individual as its owner.

The SP1 was commissioned as a showcase vehicle to exemplify the impressive

craftsmanship and flexibility exhibited in every Morgan car built. Taking

inspiration from the 2009 LifeCar concept vehicle, the body has been entirely

redesigned with improved proportions and a greatly enhanced on-road

presence.

The Design

At the heart of the rigid steel chassis is a naturally aspirated 3.7 litre Ford V6

engine, as used in the Morgan V6 Roadster. A new suspension setup, a bespoke

Engine Management System and custom sports exhaust enhance the driving

dynamics of the SP1. The wooden frame of the coach-built body is constructed

using Ash Wood, combined with African Bubinga Red Hardwood chosen by the

client to represent his business life spent on that continent.

The tonal contrast between these woods is most apparent in the joints that hold

each part of the frame together, purposefully left exposed as a reminder of the inherent knowledge accumulated by Morgan craftsmen over 105 years of

working with wood.

The aluminium body has been hand formed over a wooden ‘egg box’

construction, using an English wheel. To ensure structural and aerodynamic

excellence, cutting-edge digital design and simulation tools were used to prove

surface styling prior to lengthy fabrication.

The sculptural form of the SP1 has been highlighted using a striking multi-coat

paint finish. Natural aniline leather is found at each point of contact and will

wear and distress with use, maturing with each journey the client undertakes.

The component details interact with the driver in a most engaging way - for

example, after the car has been armed electronically, a sequence of roof

mounted toggle switches are flicked to ‘prepare for flight’ before a final toggle

switch starts the engine.

The SP1 features an infotainment system, driven through an iPad that has been

installed in the fascia and secured by dual hand-stitched leather straps. A

reflection of both Morgan’s willingness to embrace the future, whilst remaining

constant to its coach-built craft roots. The SP1 truly celebrates the blend of

craftsmanship and technology that Morgan is so famous for, and is the perfect

way to launch Morgan Special Projects, encompassing everything that this

unique and highly skilled division of Morgan represents.

Morgan

In preda al turbinìo di one-off e special division che tanto van di moda al momento tra i brand elitari, Morgan presenta al Salon Privé - una delle più grandi zozzerie (imho) che abbian mai sfornato; peccato perché all'interno mi piace parecchio.

[Matteo B.]

#understatement

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Bruttarella forte... ?

[X82]

Pare la brutta copia di se stessa. Peccato perché finora aveva tirato fuori ottimi prodotti ma qui...

[Ospite]

Che merdaio, mamma mia, l'esterno.

Dentro è fighissima ma non ho mica capito se i sedili sono di legno, roba che se ci sali bagnato si gonfiano stile parquet.

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Che merdaio, mamma mia, l'esterno.

Dentro è fighissima ma non ho mica capito se i sedili sono di legno, roba che se ci sali bagnato si gonfiano stile parquet.

Sedili in legno ripiegabili con parti rivestite in pelle. Dato che non ha un portellone, si accede al bagagliaio abbassando il sedile.

Modificato 3 Settembre 2014 da lukka1982

[Touareg 2.5]

[Closer]

Ammazza che troiaio galattico (fuori). Dentro invece è bella.

[Cosimo]

potrebbe avere tutto quello che serve per piacermi e riesce nell’intento di farmi cagarissimo.

Pacchianissima

[Ospite]

Sedili in legno ripiegabili con parti rivestite in pelle. Dato che non ha un portellone, si accede a questo abbassando il sedile al bagagliaio.

Giusto, nella foto dall'alto in effetti si vede il rivestimento in pelle sui sedili.