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Old British charm that
keeps with the times
Morgan brings back its signature quirks and a lot more with the Aero 8
aking inspiration from the ’ 60 s and
recently making its global debut in
the 85 th Geneva International Mo-
tor Show, the new Morgan Aero 8
retains the iconic look of the origi-
nal model from 15 years ago, but
adapts a much sleeker and more refined
appearance. As far as styling goes, you
won’t ever mistake it for anything else.
“The Aero 8 offers the perfect mar-
riage of fine craftsmanship and perform-
ance technology,” says Steve Morris,
the company’s managing director. “One
that we believe is so important in today’s
increasingly autonomous world.” Eve-
rything in the Batmobile-like cockpit
(from the Michael Keaton movie) seems
familiar. The gauges are retro, albeit with
modern touches. In the same vein, the
seats are made of carbon fiber, but real
wood trim is found all over the interior.
Outside, the new rear end is the most
visible change. Shaped like a near-perfect
bum, it’s no Kim Kardashian, but it gets
pretty darn close. Hiding underneath is
the new mohair soft top; the hardtop is
available as an option. Occupants sit low,
giving the Aero 8, well, a low roofline. As
for the rest of the exterior, everything is
hand-sculpted, with little nip/tucks here
and there again providing a contemporary
vibe without throwing away Morgan’s
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Is this the new Aero
8? It’s the rear that
bears the changesYou have to admit the rear
is quite dramatic. Just check
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