Morgan Super 3 Origins
Morgan is celebrating some of the original themes that inspired Jon Wells, Morgan's Chief Design Officer, and his team when bringing the Morgan Super 3 to life. The result is a limited edition collection of cars known as 'Super 3 Origins'.
The collection features nine unique designs – and only nine examples of each will be built – that embody an inspirational theme from the early design stages of Super 3.
The themes range from the start of the jet age, the space race, the pop art movement, American boulevard cruisers, belly tank racers, 80s tech, land speed records and science-fiction.
Super 3 Origins is an eclectic and versatile mix of designs, each one featuring specially selected colours, intricate paintwork, liveries, bespoke features and accessories.
The Designs
Each of the nine designs is listed below and the prices shown are for a Super 3 to that design's 'standard' specification.
The prices include VAT, but 'On the Road' costs including road fund licence, delivery and number plates are extra. For each design there are additional cost options that can be chosen and for full details of these please click on the 'Download E-Brochure' heading at the top of this page.
Pickersleigh SpeedShop - £47,995
The Pickersleigh Speedshop commission is Malvern’s own nod to the bellytank racers and yard-built custom creations that have emerged from workshops worldwide since the 1950s, often seen in street racing and on desert salt flats. Pickersleigh Speedshop’s full vehicle livery is hand-painted with meticulous attention to detail, contrasting a striking metallic silver paint with bright red.
Whoosh Bang Pop - £49,995
The Whoosh Bang Pop commission draws from the vibrant block colour application of the pop art movement, that emerged in the United Kingdom and the United States during the mid-to-late 1950s, with impactful graphics and playful narratives transposed into an arresting comic book strip applied to the aluminium body panels of Super 3. Overlaid on top of a two-tone Heron Grey and Belfast Blue paint combination.
Bluebird - £51,995
The Bluebird commission takes inspiration from the free-flowing aerodynamic forms of Bluebird CN7, the gas turbine-powered land speed record car driven by Donald Campbell. Morgan has worked with the Campbell family to seek approval for the special commission, which pays homage to Campbell’s legacy. Its striking blue paintwork – matched exactly to CN7 itself – features prominently and includes mudguards and cockpit hoops. The Bluebird emblem is proudly displayed on the bonnet, whilst inside the vehicle a machine-turned aluminium dashboard and Bluebird plaque are the stand-out features.
Boulevard Cruiser - £49,995
The Boulevard Cruiser commission features Frozen Berry paintwork and is inspired by the pastel shades and slow-motoring appeal of 1950s American automobiles. Featuring aluminium strips on the side of the body and a custom ‘S3 Boulevard’ deco-style badge. On the interior, Ivory Typhoon Leather upholstery coordinates with a matching leather trimmed Moto-Lita steering wheel.
Charlie Mike - £51,995
The Charlie Mike commission is inspired by the utilitarian aesthetic and adventurous spirit of military reconnaissance vehicles, specified to explore the most remote regions around the world. Meaning ‘Continue Mission’, Charlie Mike is designed to encourage adventure, despite adversity, and is equipped with a full range of luggage and accessory options to suit. The interior and exterior panels, as well as the front wheels, are specified in a coordinating khaki colour, paired with a technical ‘khaki sand’ technical fabric. A full vehicle military inspired livery compliments rear and side-mounted luggage racks and matching beige bungee cords.
Fast Forward - £49,995
The Fast Forward commission draws its inspiration from the Japanese-led tech and gaming revolution of the 1980s which saw the emergence of bold and simple graphical elements. Chosen as an inspiration theme due to its direct impact on Super 3’s digital dials, their playful style forming a key part of the user experience. Fast Forward’s striking white paint with vibrant graphical livery is further enhanced with the addition of coordinated white front wheels and a polished aluminium cowl.
Scramble the Jets - £49,995
The Scramble the Jets commission is inspired by the radical design influence of the jet age, brought about through the invention of the jet engine in the mid-20th Century. In direct reference to Morgan’s own three-wheeled design evolution, the introduction of the Super 3 – which replaced the previous v-twin powered model – was akin to moving from bi-plane to jet in both design, engineering and performance. Featuring a two-tone dark and light grey colourway, a yellow nose cone and red ‘bomb-release’ start switch, this commission is further enhanced by a unique aviation inspired livery that features throughout.
Space Race - £49,995
The Space Race commission draws direct inspiration from the great space race of the 1950s, a humanity-defining moment that had major influence on popular culture, technology and design – and of course, the unique and striking design of Super 3. A full vehicle livery is applied to the gloss white paint under lacquer, evoking the leading lines, colourways and graphical treatment akin to space shuttles or lunar rovers. A contrast painted cowl and steering rack cover are colour matched to the front and rear castings.
Warp Speed - £49,995
The Warp Speed commission is inspired by retro-futuristic transportation, often created for sci-fi movies for use in faraway galaxies and free from the constraints of modern automotive design. These creations provided a direct inspiration for Super 3 and are displayed in striking fashion on this commission. A polished aluminium cowl, roll hoop, exhaust and sideblade combination are contrasted with vibrant yellow paint, anodised red and blue dashboard switches and Warp Speed graphics throughout.
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Specification
Engine & Gearbox
Ford Dragon 1.5-litre, inline three-cylinder
5-speed Mazda MX5
Dimensions
Body Aluminium Modular Monocoque
Dry weight 635kg
Length 3581mm
Width 1850mm
Height 1132mm
Performance
Maximum power 118 bhp (87 kW) at 6500 rpm
Maximum torque 110 lb ft (150 Nm) at 4500 rpm
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph (0 - 100 kph) 7 seconds
Top speed 130 mph (209 kph)
Fuel economy (combined) 40 mpg (7.01 l/100km)
CO2 emissions 130g/km