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Well, for the answer to those questions, look no further […]","datePublished":"2021-10-15","dateModified":"2021-10-22","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Morgan-3-Wheeler-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Morgan-3-Wheeler-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/morgan-3-wheeler\/","about":["Cars","LATEST CAR NEWS","Weird Car of The Month"],"wordCount":580,"keywords":["Morgan","Morgan 3 Wheeler","Weird Car Of The Month"],"articleBody":"The iconic tadpole Cafe racer car. A machine that we\u2019re surprised even exists.How can a car be new but old at the same time? How can a car be absolutely awful, yet perfect simultaneously? How is it even possible that a car can ignore all the rules of designing a working automobile and still manage to not only function but be one of the most engaging cars to drive? Well, for the answer to those questions, look no further than the Morgan 3-Wheeler.The Morgan Motor Company is so British that it has the Union Jack in its logo. Also, in the most British way possible, Morgan cars are known to be pretty unreliable and the 3-Wheeler is no exception. But realistically, the 3-Wheeler wasn\u2019t made to be reliable or comfortable or accessible, it was made to be a work of art and a homage to the simple days of motoring and even motor racing. If you want reliability, look elsewhere.The first thing you may notice about the car, even just by reading its name, is that it has just three wheels. The first connotation of a three-wheeled car may be a Reliant Robin and this image in your mind may include said Robin tipped on its side. In this regard, the Morgan successfully subverts expectations and delivers what some may deem impossible – a cool three-wheeler!It\u2019s low to the ground, features retro styling, has an exposed exhaust and no roof! There\u2019s no denying that this is an odd vehicle and the oddness of it is likely why it has been able to sustain steady sales over the decades as it\u2019s evolved from generation to generation.On the nose, the car wears its exposed engine as one of the most complex and expensive front bumpers ever made. As I said, it may not make much sense design-wise but damn, does it look cool. What also doesn\u2019t make sense is that the 3-Wheeler handles very well with a fine level of control and stability, despite lacking a fourth wheel.The 3-Wheeler may not be made for anyone taller than 6 foot and even if you\u2019re below that height it may still feel like you\u2019re wearing a car rather than sitting in one. It may also be hard to reach the brake pedal, your right arm may not have a place to sit inside the vehicle and your head very well may be acting as a very un-aerodynamic spoiler. You may be a constant danger due to the lack of any kind of protection or safety. Regardless, the 3-Wheeler is a bundle of pur motoring passion mixed in with a vintage, war-era style.The skinny little wheels, the endless amount of chrome, the quilted leather seats, all of it together makes for one of the most wonderfully weird packages available in the motoring world. It\u2019s certainly no surprise that this car is once again making a return with a new model in 2022 and despite looking 100 years old, those who are unaware will be very surprised to learn that this car was first introduced to the world just ten years ago in 2011.It\u2019s uncomfortable, impractical, unsafe, slow and costs more than a Mercedes-Benz C-Class but it\u2019s so fantastically weird, we all secretly want one!Let us know your thoughts on the Morgan 3-Wheeler, in the comments.If you enjoyed this, you may also like: \u2018Aston Martin DB6 Modernised and Made Electric\u2019"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Weird Car of The Month: Morgan 3-Wheeler","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/morgan-3-wheeler\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]