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A re-print of the popular in-depth study into the MG Car Company's history, with insights into the personalities and politics behind the MGB and its derivatives, the MGC and BGT V8. Illustrated with original photographs, technical analyses, driving impressions and practical information on buying and owning an MGB.

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Copiously illustrated with contemporary colour photographs and brochure material this fully revised and updated edition to mark 50 years of this classic sport car is a perfect gift for the MGB enthusiast

There can be few marques that have such a rich and fascinating past as MG. The brand's DNA seems to epitomise style and driving fun - and surviving against all odds. After a series of ownership changes, it seemed that Britain's favourite sports car might be consigned to the history books, particularly after the closure of Longbridge, but SAIC has taken on board MG's heritage and ethos and clearly intends to build on this. Written by MG experts, this lavishly illustrated MG history describes every post-war model in fascinating detail. The authoritative text is supported with buying tips, driving impressions and technical data.

DON HAYTER'S MGB STORY. The birth of the MGB in MG's Abingdon Design & Development office. This book covers models and prototypes from 1956 up to the close of the factory in 1980. Featuring behind the scenes anecdotes and personal accounts of MG in its heyday.

MGF & TF RESTORATION MANUAL by R Parker. This book provides the owner with a completed practical guide to mechanical and body restoration for these cars, to be used in conjunction with workshop manual. Roger is an acknowledged expert for the MGF & TF and works as a technical advisor for MGOC. Each book with be autographed by Roger before it is sent out.

Pre-order now, book on sale November 2012
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Reduced from £35.00 a must have for any MGB, MGC & MGB V8 owner.

Covering all aspects of improving these cars for today's road conditions. This updated edition includes information on numerous new subjects air-conditioning, ignition improvements, engine management and weight reduction.

This is the authoritative story of all the MGs prepared for international competition events with the support of the MG Car Company. The coverage ranges from the classic trials of the mid-1920s, pre-war racing and record-breaking, to the post-war achievements of the works cars entered in races and rallies by the BMC Competitions Department. Co-authored by well-known MG experts, this much-admired book was described by Classic & Sports Car magazine as 'an excellent, entertaining read'.

In the past a large number of M.G. sports and touring cars were used by United Kingdom police forces as patrol cars. This book sets out to both give full details of the cars used, compiled from surviving police, company and club records, and in their own words tell the story of the men and women who drove them. The first edition of the book was published in 1999 and is long out of print. This second, revised edition includes some pictures that were not used previously.

Covers all models 1958 to 1979.

This 156 page hardback contains original black and white photos as well as many modern colour images of the 1929-36 series of over-head camshaft MGs. Each model from the M-type Midget right through to the N-type Magnette has a chapter devoted to it and is covered in comprehensive detail with Malcolm Green's usual thoroughness.


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This book is the restorers guide to the MG TA, TB, TC, TD and TF. All five models are illustrated and supported by an authoritative text aimed at helping owners get thier cars right. The TA and TB tickford drophead couple model are the rare Arnolt-MG are included.

A complete restorer's guide to all Austin Healy and MG models from 1958 to 1979. In depth information on 14 destinct versions of Sprite & Midgets. An excellent reference book.

In the wake of the demise of the MG Midget and MGB, there seemed little prospect for the MG badge beyond being used as a kind of 'GTi' badge for various Austins and Rovers. However, thanks to the determination of a few people - and an enduring affection in public hearts - the tale has had a happier ending. This is the story of that journey - from desolation to rebirth, just like the phoenix from which the project that created the MGF took its name.

Sands of the Desert recounts the journey of Harry and Cathy Hickling as they travel across North Africa in their 1938 MG through Tunisia, Libya and Egypt during the 2009 Nile Trial. As they drive east across North Africa they visit ancient Roman and Greek ruins - such as Sabratha, Leptis Magna, Cyrene and Apollonia. Well away from normal tourist routes this book provides a unique account of these ancient sites and are brought to life with rich colour photos throughout the book. Further East, Harry and Cathy visit Tobruk and then travel across Egypt to the Red Sea. Their story of adventure not only brings to life the excitement and challenges of driving a pre-war car in the first classic car rally to venture through these countries, it also provides a remarkable insight into their history, culture and people, with every day scenes of life along the road. This book will form a lovely companion to Harry's earlier book, "To Finish is to Win" which has sold over 800 copies world wide. It is presented in hardback with 176 pages in full colour.

A comprehensive buying guide for the prospective MG purchaser. General buying advice on legal matters, road testing and making an appropriate pre-purchase inspection. Covers all post war models in detail. Special 'at a glance quick assessment' double-page sections for MGB, MG Midget, MG Metro, MG Maestro and MGF.

The Original MGA contains a detailed production history and comprehensively lists all the factory specification changes. The details contained within its pages make the Original MGA ideal for restorers and historians alike with 200 coloured photos to provide an invaluable guide to the model's evolution.

This book is an essential companion for the MGB restorer, its aim is reveal through words and colour photos how the MGB and its bigger engined sisters altered in detail through the course of production. Most comprehensive guide to the MGBs development and specification changes ever published. If you want to ensure the specification of your MGB is correct and original this book is the ideal guide.

320 pages of detailed instructions on restoring MGB's including bodywork mechanics interiors and details on using Heritage bodyshells.
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Reprints of the Practical Classics Series covering all details of D.I.Y. restoration.

Includes details of new and used comparison tests buying secondhand and much more.

MG Owners' Club Publication 150 pages of information on many of the MGs. Compiled from previously published and new technical tips articles with clear diagrams and step by step pictures.
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22 road and track tests. Historical profile and performance data are among some of the topics covered.

20 road and comparison tests used car reports and buying advice.

Detailed information on restoring bodywork chassis engine production changes and original colour schemes. Covers TA TB TC TD TF and TF1500.

The Author is well known for his superbly researched clear concise and readable books. The MGA Restoration Guide is no exception containing 15004 black and white pictures numerous diagrams and 31 colou pictures this book is a must for anyone contemplating buying and/or restoring an MGA.

Over 250 pages with detailed information on bodywork mechanics interiors and much more.

Des Hammill explains in detail the wide choice of SU Carburettors and inlet manifolds available and gives expert advice on how to tune build and modify them to suit any four-stroke application including high performance road cars and racing cars.

Now you can restore your Austin-Healey Sprite or MG Midget to concours condition. Packed with detailed practical information photographs and illustrations this book will help with reshelling and restoring these popular cars

The story of Archie Scott Brown is inextricably linked with Cambridge in the 1950s home to Brian Lister's sports cars and Don Moore's engine tuning business. An inspiring account about the career of a remarkable man and talented racing driver. Born with considerable disabilities he developed the strength to drive his MG TD like a demon. This book covers from his early childhood right through to his tragic death in the Belgian Sports Car Grand Prix at Spa in 1958.

By Richard Knudson. MG established its reputation as a world class sports car manufacturer by winning races and breaking class speed records. This is the first book to provide in-depth coverage on these record breaking cars. Included are the International Class Record Summary charts for the EX 120 EX 127 EX 135 EX 179 and EX 181. 128 pages with 125 black and white photos.

A small investment in this book could save you a fortune. The unique points system will help you to place a car's value in relation to condition.

This compact 112-page A5 volume offers a fascinating insight on MGB and Midget production lines at Abingdon with detailed descriptions of all the processes and personalities involved. Many unique first hand accounts of working inside the factory with contributions from some of the most notable figures involved in the development of the MGB provide a vivid picture of life in Abingdon and what was achieved as well as what was finally lost. This book is illustrated with a wealth of black and white production line photos that capture the spirit of MG at Abingdon.
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The SV is a supercar with a very complex history that MG enthusiasts either love or hate. This book was written with the complete co-operation of all those involved with its development. Such direct access means detail that would otherwise be lost has been recorded to provide a fascinating and detailed story of the SV. The SV is an important part of MG history and there will probably be no better record than this book with 174 pages filled with information and high quality pictures many of which will not be seen elsewhere. Was £25 now £9.95

A compilation of road tests from the introduction of the MGF in 1995 all the way to the test of the last 2005 model built up to the demise of MG Rover.
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On paper the vehicle's electrical system may be much simpler than those of modern cars but they still cause many owners headaches. This book provides a huge amount of information clear photographs drawings and much more and will be an ideal companion to the normal workshop manual. Writing about electrical systems is not the most exciting of subjects but the style this book is written is light and entertaining and this aids understanding. Highly recommended.
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To accompany the exhibition entitled "The Making of MG the Abingdon Years 1930 - 1980" Brian has written an excellent photographic record book published by Veloce entitled "MG's Abingdon Factory".The book is a pictorial study of the men and women who took part in the building of MG's at Abingdon. The book is illuistrated with a fascinating collection of photos many taken by employees that give an insight into life at the Abingdon factory.

Also covers all SU fuel pumps. Contains the following chapters : Introduction In retrospect Basic Design and Function Overhauling and Fault Finding Mixtures and Tuning Burning Characteristics of Different Mixtures Size Selection The Use of Special Racing Fuels Dismantling and Assembly Auxilliary Enrichment Automatic Enrichment Device Electric Fuel Pumps Mechanical Fuel Pumps Jet Identification and Jet Needle Identification.
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This completely revised updated and enlarged book is the complete guide to building a fast MG Midget or Austin-Healey Sprite for road or track. Daniel has been continuously developing his own 'Spridget' for years and he really does know what works and what doesn't when it comes to building a fast Midget or Sprite. Best of all this book covers every aspect of the car from the tyre contact patch up to the rollover bar and from radiator back to exhaust tailpipe. With 400 mainly colour photos and exclusive tuning advice this is a must for any Sprite or Midget owner.

This portfolio of 51 articles traces the progress of MGs post war sporting saloons and tourers. The MG Y-Type was constructed in 1939 but production did not commence until after the war in 1948. The YB was introduced in 1952 with a new Lockheed braking system and continued until 1953. The Magnette ZA designed by Gerald Palmer was launched just before the 1953 Motor Show it featured modern Italian inspired styling with independent suspension which gave it an excellent ride combined with sporty handing. In 1956 it was replaced by the ZB which had increased power and an improved interior it was also offered with two-tone paintwork in its Varitone guise.