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1939 Morgan 4/4 Srs1 DHC Standard Special

One of only 58 4/4 Drophead Coupes built pre-war and the 4th example of only 15 1267cc-engined 'Standard Specials'.

ESTIMATE: £18,000 - £24,000

+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 1st June, 2025 at 11.00am BST at Bicester Heritage, OX26 5HA

BODY COLOUR
Blue / Black
DRIVE
RHD
REG NUMBER
FXP 259
ODOMETER READING
3833 Miles

SUMMARY

One of only 58 4/4 Drophead Coupes built pre-war and the 4th example of only 15 1267cc-engined 'Standard Specials'.

DESCRIPTION

A Morgan 'Flat Rad' Roadster is a rare animal indeed, a Morgan Flat Rad Coupé even more so especially with history from day one
The 4th production DHC out of only 15 Standard Special Coupes believed to have been finished prior to WWII
Finished in Blue over Black with a black interior and hood
VSCC Eligible (PVT) providing much potential for future enjoyment
Matching number mechanical components all housed in a replacement chassis reproduced by ‘Laurie Weeks’, the Morgan specialist and Vice President of The Morgan Three Wheeler Club
Accompanied by an extensive history file that includes original purchase invoices, period photographs, ownership trace, period letters and invoices, advertisements, and articles, a fascinating historical record in its own right
In outstanding condition throughout having been owned by its present Morgan devotee for in excess of ten years forming part of his private Morgan Collection
Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged to fully appreciate the character of this pre-war gem

SPECIFICATION

Make: MORGAN
Model: 4/4 SERIES 1 DHC
Variant: Standard Special
Registration Number: FXP 259
MOT Expiry: Exempt
Chassis Number: 823
Engine Number: Q4E
Transmission: Manual
Body Colour: Blue / Black

GALLERY

SPECIALIST

Charles Smalley
Car Specialist
07421 007866
charles@iconicauctioneers.com

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Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 2nd June. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

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If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 24th February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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1939 Morgan 4/4 Srs1 DHC Standard Special

1939 Morgan 4/4 Srs1 DHC Standard Special