The Continent On a Budget?

[ bulb kit ] Why not get yourself a cheap bulb kit to conform to the legal requirements of continental touring. The kit pictured here cost £1 from that well-known Poundland shop and contains the typical Morgan set of bulbs, including the H4 headlamp. If you need to use a bulb then it's easy to swap it for a quality item when you get back to the UK.
[ first aid kit ] A Morgan-size First Aid kit to conform to the legal requirements of continental touring. The kit pictured here can be found in Poundland as well. Other items they stock include warning triangle and yellow safety vests.

The best value Fire Extinguisher I've seen is in Woolworths priced £5.99.



The essential Morgan bulb identity chart
all models 1960 to 2005 (except Aero 8)

[ bulbs ]
Light Year Ref. Wattage Fitting Note
Headlamp 1980 to 2005 472 60/55 P43t All cars with Halogen H4 H/Lights inc., Lucas, Cibie and Wipac
Headlamp Pre 1980 Sealed beam units were fitted (Large, expensive and not readily available) Convert to Halogen now !
Front Side Lamp (Wing Mounted) 1960's to 2005 233 4 Ba9s Early cars may have Type 989 5w bulbs fitted - these are now rarely stocked use 233's
Front Side Lamp (In Headlamp) 1993 to 2005 501 5 Wedge Only Wipac type headlamps have integral side lights
Flasher Lamp 1960's to 2005 382 21 Ba15s
Side Repeating Flasher 1985 to 2005 501 5 Wedge None fitted prior to 1985
Stop/Tail 1960's to 2005 380 21/5 Bay15d
Reverse 1960's to 2005 382 21 Ba15s
Number Plate Lamp 1960's to 2005 233 4 Ba9s Early cars may have Type 989 5w bulbs fitted - these are now rarely stocked use 233's
Rear Fog Lamp 1970 to 2005 382 21 Ba15s Factory fitted square type light
High Level Brake Lamp to 2005 382 21 Ba15s

Eliminate confusion: The ref. No. should always be quoted when ordering replacement / spare bulbs, many bulbs with different Voltage or Wattage ratings look identical !

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What do you need to take when Travelling in Europe

E111 form

Changes in European Law mean that your old E111 forms are no longer valid. Apply for the new format E111 by getting a leaflet "Health Advice for Travellers (Ref T6)" from post offices or call 0800 555777.

Motor Insurance

You must carry your Motor Insurance Certificate and a Green Card if your insurer still issues them.

Vehicle Registration

You must take the original Vehicle Registration Document with you. If this is not available you should take evidence of permission from the owner and a Vehicle on Hire Certificate (VE103B), available from the RAC.

MOT

Valid MOT certificate should be taken if applicable to the vehicle.

Other Information

Country Required Recommended Notes
France Headlamp converters
Euro-plate or GB Sticker 		Spare bulbs
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Warning triangle 		LRP is labelled "supercarburant"
Tolls on some motorways
Belgium Headlamp converters
Warning triangle
Euro-plate or GB Sticker 		Spare bulbs
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit 		No tolls on motorways
Germany Headlamp converters
Warning triangle
Euro-plate or GB Sticker 		Spare bulbs
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit 		No tolls on motorways
Luxembourg Headlamp converters
Warning triangle
Euro-plate or GB Sticker 		Spare bulbs
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit 		No tolls on motorways


Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided as-seen and you should always check for the latest conditions from a reputable source.



Thanks to Kevin for the bulb listing seen on this page.

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