Morgan Aero 8 Looks Cruella in De Ville of Geneva
Morgan just revealed what it calls a “true British sports car” at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show.
The new Morgan Aero 8 had its covers pulled off in Switzerland today and is the company’s most refined Aero product to date. It also marks a return to open-top motoring for the British automaker and features all of Morgan’s latest technology. Powering the Morgan Aero 8 is a 4.8-liter V8 engine sourced from BMW, providing 367 hp and 370 lb-ft of torque. The aluminum body and chassis combined with an improved suspension and aerodynamic performance from the hand-sculpted body results in a 0-62 mph time of 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 170 mph. Transmission options include a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic.
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“Morgan cars are synonymous with open top motoring. We produce two-seater sports cars that are lightweight and exhilarating to drive,” said Morgan Managing Director Steve Morris. “The new Aero 8 signifies a return to this formula within our flagship range of vehicles. The Aero 8 offers the perfect marriage of fine craftsmanship and performance technology, one that we believe is so important in today’s increasingly autonomous world.”
Styling on the Aero 8 was influenced by classic prototype cars from the 1960s and it shows with the model’s long, fast and low shoulder lines. The all-new soft-top stows away in a rear opening clam-shell trunk while the entirely hand-trimmed interior can be customized to the customer’s liking. Real wood accents, detailed stitching and classically-styled components are all standard with each Aero 8. The company also announced that an optional hardtop is available that can transform the Aero 8 into a traditional coupe with ease.
Production on the Aero 8 will begin in the fourth quarter of 2015, several months after the Aero SuperSports and Coupe cease production in April. The Aero 8 will be available in limited quantities, but Morgan hasn’t revealed how many units plans to produce.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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They finally improved their rear end treatment! It was getting worse and worse over the last 15 years and their most recent before this (the so-called Sp1) was downright grotesque. But aside from the better rear shaping..what is the significant difference between this one and the last Aero 8 cabriolet made in 2008? Same engine, same gearboxes, same cooling, virtually the same suspension. Most of the development money is simply advertising on how this version is better than those previous. Lower price though. That won't please existing owners.