I have discovered that my suggestion for a Morgan simulator wasn’t a new idea. The attached was published in the Bulletin in 1968. With the possible addition of a modern video screen, this could provide an even more realistic experience. A possible project during lockdown? Best wishes, Dave Anscombe
This meeting was a first on this scale. 21 people asked and were invited to participate in the meet on Zoom. Only one failed to get in to the meeting ( by losing the invite) All the regular Albert Ball attendees were there which was good and it was decided to allow a few others […]
Morgan Three Wheeler holiday on The Isle of Man 2021 This year’s holiday unfortunately had to be cancelled. We have recently finalised a rescheduling of this popular event. Only one person has had to drop out of this popular trip. All our 45 rooms are booked (with members coming from all over the world) and […]
Why not have a listen to the new Morgan Motor Company podcast hosted by Alex Goy. A M3W owner himself, this first episode features Alex talking to Steve Morris about his life at the company, but more interestedly for us, about how the new three wheeler came into being. You don’t have to subscribe once […]
With the lockdown we can’t socialise in the normal way so with the help of Bill Critchlow I’ve created a short “Chairman’s Chat” on YouTube:I hope this way I can keep members engaged. If I get positive feedback I will produce some more ambitious videos about our cars and perhaps the members of the […]
Phil Bleazey, a well-known 5 Speeder owner and developer/supplier of upgrades, specifically for the 5 speeder Morgans, has recently created his own YouTube channel of how-to videos. It’s a must for anyone who is considering having one of the upgrades, or is just interested in how these cars can be developed. Well worth a look.
A look back at some of the events from last year – a selection of great photos from the website library (in no particular order). A taste of things to come and more when this is all done! Click on the links for the articles. Old and new at the […]
MORGAN WORDSEARCH Originally used as a test at one of the controls on the 2001 Night Trial. Compiled by Julia Critchlow Kindly sent from Dave Anscombe 53 Morgan-related words […]
Today was supposed to be our club Opening Run but, as with this year’s Grand National, I guess we will have to make do with a virtual event. I guess we could all jack up our cars, put a TV on the bonnet with a suitable video playing and pretend to drive out in the […]
Not sure what to do now we are confined to barracks – your bulletin needs you. Time to get creative! From your Editor, Julian Vincent: It’s clear that the […]
We hope that members can keep in touch electronically – don’t forget our Facebook page! Please, please, please don’t be tempted to have informal gatherings in contravention to Government instructions – you know it makes sense.
Holly and subsequently Scott Davies borrowed Andrew Morison’s 1934 Super Sports JAP through the Classic Car Loan Scheme over the last two years. Mabel presented a few minor trials and tribulations but more often provided great fun and became an integral part of the Davies/Cornish Family. Last weekend, Lancs & Lakes Group member Steve Finch […]
IMPORTANT NOTICE Covid-19 (Coronavirus) Extraordinary General Meeting Owing to government advice to avoid all unnecessary travel and personal contact, the adjourned Club Extraordinary General Meeting which was planned for 19th of April will not take place. A suitable date will be advised when this is possible. PLEASE THEREFORE IGNORE THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF THIS MEETING CONTAINED […]
Opening Run – 5th April 2020 – Cancelled We have been contacted by the volunteers who run the Pitstone Museum who are obviously very concerned about the escalation of COVID-19 and the potential risk they would be putting themselves and our members to if we were to continue with the planned Opening Run. We have therefore […]
The Morgan Three Wheeler Club has an extensive collection of drawings and documents which have been gathered together over the years. Librarians past and present have painstakingly catalogued almost 1300 of these and well over 450 engineering drawings and company documents have been scanned, cleaned and uploaded to this website so that club members can […]
News from Ian Parkinson For any M3W Owners who may be interested: Our French friend Guy Dano, Secretary of The Morgan Club De France, has been in touch. This years Le Mans Classic is on 3rd to 5th July and the Morgan Club de France have decided to make a special invitation to M3W ( five-speeder) […]
3,500 miles across India in a Morgan Three-wheeler to raise £200,000. The arduous journey across India in a M3W has begun. Find out all about it on their website and follow their progress on Facebook and Twitter.
From Steve Lister Strongly influenced by the way Holly and Scott Davies have enthusiastically used and looked after Andrew Morison’s Super Sports “Mabel”, Club member John Snell has added his nicely restored 1933 Matchless Sports to the Classic Car Loan Scheme for 2020. […]
As part of our club’s 75th anniversary celebrations this year, we will be holding a gymkhana at Madresfield Court, just outside Malvern Link, on the Sunday of the AGM weekend. From the 1920s, the long drive behind the house was used for speed trials and HFS Morgan himself competed there. In the 1950s, the […]
It’s sad to have to report, that after five years Chateau Impney have announced they are no longer hosting the annual hill climb event. “We set out: to create memorable experiences which consistently exceeded expectations, to create an event that felt exclusive but was incredibly inclusive and to deliver an event worthy of a recognisable […]
The 2020 Albert Ball Memorial Run for 2, 3 and 5-speed Three Wheelers will take place on Thursday 30th April – Sun 3rd May. We will be basing ourselves in Diksmuide, Belgium at the ‘t Withuis Hotel which has been reserved for this event. Thur 30th April Gather at the Premier Inn, Eureka […]
Just a reminder that the club has, for sale, a collection of books and manuals – a must if you are thinking about buying a Three-Wheeler Morgan or just looking for a bit more background information. Two of the more recent publications. The […]
Here’s a list of some of the events on the club calendar for 2020. (To see the full Events Calendar including Social meets, Group Meetings and Sporting events – click here) Click to see full size
Night Trial 2015 From Steve Lister Following my note in the Bulletin last September, […]
Great News! The Morgan Three Wheeler Club now has its own YouTube channel. Although still in its infancy I’m sure it will soon grow into a great resource and advertisement for the club. Why not have a look and subscribe to it now, it’s free. Click here to take a look.
The MCC Exeter Trial 3rd,4th January (170 miles)-New class for older cars Start from Hynes Motor Museum Sunday Scramble Bicester 5th January 9am to 2pm (pre-booking essential) VSCC New Years Driving Tests 19th January At Brooklands, the home of british motor sport.
In February Alan and Pat Braithwaite are set to embark on an epic Trans-India Challenge to raise money for Goonj, an award-winning, India-based voluntary organisation. The 3,500-mile, 33-day journey will take them across India and back. Read all about their ambitious project.
We wish you a Merry Christmas! A card sent to the website by Ian Brett, our 5 Speeder Liaison Officer. The artist is Paul Rand
Club Member Bert Varady took time off rebuilding his F4 to update the Bulletin Index. The index is published every year and can be viewed by club members who are logged in to the website. This valuable index was created by Nev. Lear many years ago and Bert took over maintenance back in 2017. The […]
A final reminder to some of our forgetful members from our Membership Secretary. Membership Renewals are due now. If you are receiving the Printed version of the Bulletin you must send your renewal payment by the 11th December otherwise you will not be receiving a copy of the January Bulletin. If you opted for the […]
That’s right, the Floggery – For sale-Wanted-Exchange page is now live and back up on the website. Have a browse now – click on the image Thinking about selling your car, spares, books and in fact anything morgan three-wheeler related why not advertise here and reach the widest possible audience. Wanted/ Exchange items also welcome. […]
Here’s a list of some of the events on the club calendar for 2020. If you want to see the full Events Calendar including Social meets, Group Meetings and Sporting events – click here
This month’s mag has a really useful events planner to enable you to get 2020 organised well in advance so no excuses now! One of those events is the Opening Run so check it out and plan it in. Non UK members are excused, but naturally most welcome if they can make it. Other articles […]
We’ve now got the 2020 Sporting Calendar online. It lists all the Challenge Series events as well as the Sprint & Hillclimb events. You’ll find more details on the events calendar. Also listed are VSCC events and popular overseas events. Please note that in 2020 the Grand Prix Retro in Le Puy Notre Dame is […]
Just announced the clubs 75th Anniversary Opening Run. Taking place on Sunday the 5th of April at The Heritage Park, Pitstone Museum. A not to be missed opportunity to quick start the clubs 75th year celebration year with a run out to the Pitstone Museum. More details to follow.
Three Morgan 3 Wheelers were proudly on display as part of the MSCC stand at this years NEC Classic car show. The three cars were Martin Webb’s re-creation of the 1910 Runabout, the 5 speeder of Andrew and Sue Warren and the blue barrel back MX2 of John Gibson. It goes without saying that the cars “caused […]
Why not make a ‘fresh’ start to the New Year with a run out to the […]
Another magazine full of interesting stuff. Reports from the main Summer/Autumn events, social and sporting, as activity winds down. A VERY important safety article from Ian Brett on 5 Speeder detachable steering wheels – if you have a later model this is a MUST READ! A cornucopia of a floggery and much else. Click here […]