Threewheeler (United Kingdom, 2011)

With the Threewheeler, Morgan relaunched one of its most successful models. The brand brought the model into the 21st century trying to use it as an answer to two of the main issues of contemporary life: conservation of precious resources and the protection of our natural environment.

For 2011 the Threewheeler returns as a fusion of modern technology into a classic design. It is powered by a S&S 1982 cc engine and a Mazda 5 speed gearbox that helps the car deliver a ‘get in and drive’ simplicity and reliability. The passenger compartment is surrounded by a sturdy tubular frame and two rollover bars. The occupants are protected from the weather by an aerodynamic super formed ‘bullet’ hull. Still Morgan says that it managed to give the new model the freedom and contact with the road through the front wheels that reminds the joy of driving cars from the 20’s and 30’s but taking away fragility or temperament.

With the Threewheeler Morgan returns to its roots. Thanks to the simple design, work of Harry Morgan, the three-wheeled vehicle became one of the most successful lightweight cars of the early days of motoring. Between 1909 and 1953, Morgan produced 30,000 units but many more were made under license by Darmont Morgan in France.

With the small car Morgan offered a first experience of the freedom that car ownership could bring, The Threewheeler combined fast acceleration with a range of over 50 miles to a gallon of petrol, which was unbeatable at that time.

The Threewheeler was also a very successful racing car having won the French Grand Prix in 1913 and regularly lapping the banked Brooklands track at an average speed of over 100 mph.