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Visit to the Morgan Car Factory at Malvern
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The two groups meet up at Cardiff West Services. |
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A fine array of bikes. |
We think John has stopped for coffee, or does Gareth have something in his eye? |
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As much as we want coffee it is only a stop to let the other group catch up. |
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Now that all the bikes are nicely parked we had better give them the good news we are off. |
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The Nags Head at Malvern, a warm welcome awaits we would highly recommend. |
Gary exercising his fingers little does he know what delights await around the corner.
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Alan showing his years! Go on you can do it if you leave the bike go.
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All good boys coke to drink for everyone. |
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Put the camera away we are all enjoying our lunch. (They do smile sometimes) |
Gary has found is little corner of Heaven. |
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Gary if you light that one we will have to leave you to finish it or by the time we get there the Morgan Factory will be closed! |
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Group arrive at the
Morgan Vistor Centre. |
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When Dave Meadows said he was getting a Morgan this was not the picture I had in mind. |
An early three wheeler Morgan
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Hello, Hello Officer what is he up to? |
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Completed cars awaiting customer collection. |
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Another line of cars all sold and paid for, good business! |
Production line. |
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Chassis of the top end of the range of cars. |
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Our factory guide explains a technical point. |
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Morgan Cars are still constructed the traditional way using use Ash wood. |
The group look on with interest as the way the wood is formed is explained. |
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Strange to see carpenters at work in a car factory! |
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Check out the way this wood has been formed to include the seat foot well and dashboard for a concept car. |
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Here we see a master craftsman forming one side of a bonnet. |
As you see these cars really are handmade. |
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A running board about to be fitted to the car. |
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The car is taking shape. |
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The wood is still visible. |
This one is off to the paint shop, not under its own power free wheeling down hill. |
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Unbelievable production methods in the 21st Century clearly it still works, a very successful Company. |
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The car is pushed in to the paint shop. |
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One they did earlier. |
What a beautiful car. |
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A traditional looking Morgan |
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Just take a look at this wood and leather, sumptuous. |
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Just look at the lines of this car. |
This cockpit looks as though it’s the business. |
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Alan, Wayne and Bruce discussing their favourite cars. |
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John tells Malcolm that he has decided which car he fancy’s. |
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I understand Alan has placed an order for one of these. |
This car has the traditional retro look. |
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This car is being raffled for Children in Need |
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Where is Gareth’s leather helmet? |
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Come on Ivor watch the film. |
If one of these comes across Ivor's desk next week he will have to put his thinking cap on. (Ivor is a professional Insurance Assessor) |
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This image is of the original Morgan Cars Premises. |
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Flying Officer Bruce not quite sure this goes with the FJR. |
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Alan took this picture. I understand it was at the entrance to Manning Towers! |
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Well John you certainly look the part and it suits the colour of Susan's eyes, she will be pleased!
A big thank you John for arranging the day, very well organised, great roads, a good venue for lunch wonderful weather a very interesting factory visit and good company. Great day where are we off to next?
G.J |