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A collection of images of classic MG cars, and cars that are likely to become classics, taken at numerous visits to car shows, motoring museums, motoring events and on the road when the opportunity arises.
MG is a British automotive marque founded by Cecil Kimber in the 1920s, and M.G. Car Company Limited was the British sports car manufacturer existing between 1930 and 1972 that made the marque well known. Since 2007, the marque is controlled by Chinese state-owned automaker SAIC Motor.
MG cars had their roots in a 1920s sales promotion side-line of Morris Garages, a retail sales and service centre in Oxford belonging to William Morris. The business's manager, Cecil Kimber, modified standard production Morris Oxfords and added MG Super Sports to the plate at the nose of the car. A separate M.G. Car Company Limited was incorporated in July 1930. It remained Morris's personal property until 1 July 1935, when he sold it to his holding company, Morris Motors Limited.
1920
1925 MG 'Old Number One', FC 7900
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1925.
1496cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 'Kimber Special'
Although traditionally called 'Old Number One', this is not the first MG. A saloon based on the Bullnose Morris chassis had been advertised under the famous initials in 1923 and several more MG sports cars followed before the year was out.
This car, registered FC 7900, was a one-off special completed in March 1925 for Cecil Kimber, the manager of Morris Garages in Oxford. He entered the car in the Land's End Trial and was awarded a Gold Medal. His passenger was Wilfred Matthews, later described by Kimber as "my first passenger in my first MG."
Early MGs, including this "Kimber Special", were based on standard chassis with special coachwork, far more elegant than the normal range of Morris bodies. 'Old Number one' had bodywork by Carbodies of Coventry. It used a special overhead valve version of the side-valve Hotchkiss-type engine normally found in the Bullnose Morris. The engine in this car has been dated to 1921.
MG 'Old Number One' is reputed to have cost £279 to build. Soon after the Land's End Trial, Cecil Kimber sold it to Harry Turner of Stockport for £300. After it went thrpough several ownerships, MG bought it back in 1932 for the princely sum of £15.
Engine 4 cyl. 1496cc. Top speed 82mph (132kph). Power 40bhp. Coachwork two-seater sports. Registration mark FC 7900.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1925.
1496cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 'Kimber Special'
Although traditionally called 'Old Number One', this is not the first MG. A saloon based on the Bullnose Morris chassis had been advertised under the famous initials in 1923 and several more MG sports cars followed before the year was out.
This car, registered FC 7900, was a one-off special completed in March 1925 for Cecil Kimber, the manager of Morris Garages in Oxford. He entered the car in the Land's End Trial and was awarded a Gold Medal. His passenger was Wilfred Matthews, later described by Kimber as "my first passenger in my first MG."
Early MGs, including this "Kimber Special", were based on standard chassis with special coachwork, far more elegant than the normal range of Morris bodies. 'Old Number one' had bodywork by Carbodies of Coventry. It used a special overhead valve version of the side-valve Hotchkiss-type engine normally found in the Bullnose Morris. The engine in this car has been dated to 1921.
MG 'Old Number One' is reputed to have cost £279 to build. Soon after the Land's End Trial, Cecil Kimber sold it to Harry Turner of Stockport for £300. After it went thrpough several ownerships, MG bought it back in 1932 for the princely sum of £15.
Engine 4 cyl. 1496cc. Top speed 82mph (132kph). Power 40bhp. Coachwork two-seater sports. Registration mark FC 7900.
1925 MG 'Old Number One', FC 7900
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1925.
1496cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 'Kimber Special'
Although traditionally called 'Old Number One', this is not the first MG. A saloon based on the Bullnose Morris chassis had been advertised under the famous initials in 1923 and several more MG sports cars followed before the year was out.
This car, registered FC 7900, was a one-off special completed in March 1925 for Cecil Kimber, the manager of Morris Garages in Oxford. He entered the car in the Land's End Trial and was awarded a Gold Medal. His passenger was Wilfred Matthews, later described by Kimber as "my first passenger in my first MG."
Early MGs, including this "Kimber Special", were based on standard chassis with special coachwork, far more elegant than the normal range of Morris bodies. 'Old Number one' had bodywork by Carbodies of Coventry. It used a special overhead valve version of the side-valve Hotchkiss-type engine normally found in the Bullnose Morris. The engine in this car has been dated to 1921.
MG 'Old Number One' is reputed to have cost £279 to build. Soon after the Land's End Trial, Cecil Kimber sold it to Harry Turner of Stockport for £300. After it went thrpough several ownerships, MG bought it back in 1932 for the princely sum of £15.
Engine 4 cyl. 1496cc. Top speed 82mph (132kph). Power 40bhp. Coachwork two-seater sports. Registration mark FC 7900.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1925.
1496cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 'Kimber Special'
Although traditionally called 'Old Number One', this is not the first MG. A saloon based on the Bullnose Morris chassis had been advertised under the famous initials in 1923 and several more MG sports cars followed before the year was out.
This car, registered FC 7900, was a one-off special completed in March 1925 for Cecil Kimber, the manager of Morris Garages in Oxford. He entered the car in the Land's End Trial and was awarded a Gold Medal. His passenger was Wilfred Matthews, later described by Kimber as "my first passenger in my first MG."
Early MGs, including this "Kimber Special", were based on standard chassis with special coachwork, far more elegant than the normal range of Morris bodies. 'Old Number one' had bodywork by Carbodies of Coventry. It used a special overhead valve version of the side-valve Hotchkiss-type engine normally found in the Bullnose Morris. The engine in this car has been dated to 1921.
MG 'Old Number One' is reputed to have cost £279 to build. Soon after the Land's End Trial, Cecil Kimber sold it to Harry Turner of Stockport for £300. After it went thrpough several ownerships, MG bought it back in 1932 for the princely sum of £15.
Engine 4 cyl. 1496cc. Top speed 82mph (132kph). Power 40bhp. Coachwork two-seater sports. Registration mark FC 7900.
1925 MG 'Old Number One', FC 7900
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1925.
1496cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 'Kimber Special'
Although traditionally called 'Old Number One', this is not the first MG. A saloon based on the Bullnose Morris chassis had been advertised under the famous initials in 1923 and several more MG sports cars followed before the year was out.
This car, registered FC 7900, was a one-off special completed in March 1925 for Cecil Kimber, the manager of Morris Garages in Oxford. He entered the car in the Land's End Trial and was awarded a Gold Medal. His passenger was Wilfred Matthews, later described by Kimber as "my first passenger in my first MG."
Early MGs, including this "Kimber Special", were based on standard chassis with special coachwork, far more elegant than the normal range of Morris bodies. 'Old Number one' had bodywork by Carbodies of Coventry. It used a special overhead valve version of the side-valve Hotchkiss-type engine normally found in the Bullnose Morris. The engine in this car has been dated to 1921.
MG 'Old Number One' is reputed to have cost £279 to build. Soon after the Land's End Trial, Cecil Kimber sold it to Harry Turner of Stockport for £300. After it went thrpough several ownerships, MG bought it back in 1932 for the princely sum of £15.
Engine 4 cyl. 1496cc. Top speed 82mph (132kph). Power 40bhp. Coachwork two-seater sports. Registration mark FC 7900.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1925.
1496cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 'Kimber Special'
Although traditionally called 'Old Number One', this is not the first MG. A saloon based on the Bullnose Morris chassis had been advertised under the famous initials in 1923 and several more MG sports cars followed before the year was out.
This car, registered FC 7900, was a one-off special completed in March 1925 for Cecil Kimber, the manager of Morris Garages in Oxford. He entered the car in the Land's End Trial and was awarded a Gold Medal. His passenger was Wilfred Matthews, later described by Kimber as "my first passenger in my first MG."
Early MGs, including this "Kimber Special", were based on standard chassis with special coachwork, far more elegant than the normal range of Morris bodies. 'Old Number one' had bodywork by Carbodies of Coventry. It used a special overhead valve version of the side-valve Hotchkiss-type engine normally found in the Bullnose Morris. The engine in this car has been dated to 1921.
MG 'Old Number One' is reputed to have cost £279 to build. Soon after the Land's End Trial, Cecil Kimber sold it to Harry Turner of Stockport for £300. After it went thrpough several ownerships, MG bought it back in 1932 for the princely sum of £15.
Engine 4 cyl. 1496cc. Top speed 82mph (132kph). Power 40bhp. Coachwork two-seater sports. Registration mark FC 7900.
1929 MG Midget, PG 1045
Image taken at Prestcott Hill Climb 14th May, 2023.
First registered 18th June 1929.
848cc petrol engine.
First registered 18th June 1929.
848cc petrol engine.
1930
1930 MG M Type, WX 5332
Image taken at Woodchurch Steam Rally, Kent, on 7th August 2022.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1930.
Petrol engine.
The MG M Type was designed by Cecil Kimber who managed the sales and competition department of Morris Motors. He based the M type on the Morris Minor and was launched at the Olympia Motor Show in 1928. It was an immediate success, and was seen as a worthy competitor against the already race proven Austin Seven. Production commenced at the Cowley works 1929 where the distinctive wood and fabric boat tailed body was fitted to the modified Morris Minor chassis. In 1930 MG production was moved to Abingdon where WX 5332 left the assembly line in May. The four cylinder 2 bearing overhead camshaft engine was now uprated to 27bhp and with a gross weight of 10CWT meant 60mph was reached quite quickly. WX 5332 was purchased from the works for £185 plus optional extra 4 speed gearbox with remote shift for £5 6 shillings. During 1931/32 she was used for club competition/racing and then abandoned until being found and restored in 1968, and despite her 92 years, she can still be coaxed to perform.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1930.
Petrol engine.
The MG M Type was designed by Cecil Kimber who managed the sales and competition department of Morris Motors. He based the M type on the Morris Minor and was launched at the Olympia Motor Show in 1928. It was an immediate success, and was seen as a worthy competitor against the already race proven Austin Seven. Production commenced at the Cowley works 1929 where the distinctive wood and fabric boat tailed body was fitted to the modified Morris Minor chassis. In 1930 MG production was moved to Abingdon where WX 5332 left the assembly line in May. The four cylinder 2 bearing overhead camshaft engine was now uprated to 27bhp and with a gross weight of 10CWT meant 60mph was reached quite quickly. WX 5332 was purchased from the works for £185 plus optional extra 4 speed gearbox with remote shift for £5 6 shillings. During 1931/32 she was used for club competition/racing and then abandoned until being found and restored in 1968, and despite her 92 years, she can still be coaxed to perform.
1930 MG M Type, WX 5332
Image taken at Woodchurch Steam Rally, Kent, on 7th August 2022.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1930.
Petrol engine.
The MG M Type was designed by Cecil Kimber who managed the sales and competition department of Morris Motors. He based the M type on the Morris Minor and was launched at the Olympia Motor Show in 1928. It was an immediate success, and was seen as a worthy competitor against the already race proven Austin Seven. Production commenced at the Cowley works 1929 where the distinctive wood and fabric boat tailed body was fitted to the modified Morris Minor chassis. In 1930 MG production was moved to Abingdon where WX 5332 left the assembly line in May. The four cylinder 2 bearing overhead camshaft engine was now uprated to 27bhp and with a gross weight of 10CWT meant 60mph was reached quite quickly. WX 5332 was purchased from the works for £185 plus optional extra 4 speed gearbox with remote shift for £5 6 shillings. During 1931/32 she was used for club competition/racing and then abandoned until being found and restored in 1968, and despite her 92 years, she can still be coaxed to perform.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1930.
Petrol engine.
The MG M Type was designed by Cecil Kimber who managed the sales and competition department of Morris Motors. He based the M type on the Morris Minor and was launched at the Olympia Motor Show in 1928. It was an immediate success, and was seen as a worthy competitor against the already race proven Austin Seven. Production commenced at the Cowley works 1929 where the distinctive wood and fabric boat tailed body was fitted to the modified Morris Minor chassis. In 1930 MG production was moved to Abingdon where WX 5332 left the assembly line in May. The four cylinder 2 bearing overhead camshaft engine was now uprated to 27bhp and with a gross weight of 10CWT meant 60mph was reached quite quickly. WX 5332 was purchased from the works for £185 plus optional extra 4 speed gearbox with remote shift for £5 6 shillings. During 1931/32 she was used for club competition/racing and then abandoned until being found and restored in 1968, and despite her 92 years, she can still be coaxed to perform.
1930 MG M Type, WX 5332
Image taken at Woodchurch Steam Rally, Kent, on 4th August 2024.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1930.
Petrol engine.
The MG M Type was designed by Cecil Kimber who managed the sales and competition department of Morris Motors. He based the M type on the Morris Minor and was launched at the Olympia Motor Show in 1928. It was an immediate success, and was seen as a worthy competitor against the already race proven Austin Seven. Production commenced at the Cowley works 1929 where the distinctive wood and fabric boat tailed body was fitted to the modified Morris Minor chassis. In 1930 MG production was moved to Abingdon where WX 5332 left the assembly line in May. The four cylinder 2 bearing overhead camshaft engine was now uprated to 27bhp and with a gross weight of 10CWT meant 60mph was reached quite quickly. WX 5332 was purchased from the works for £185 plus optional extra 4 speed gearbox with remote shift for £5 6 shillings. During 1931/32 she was used for club competition/racing and then abandoned until being found and restored in 1968, and despite her 92 years, she can still be coaxed to perform.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1930.
Petrol engine.
The MG M Type was designed by Cecil Kimber who managed the sales and competition department of Morris Motors. He based the M type on the Morris Minor and was launched at the Olympia Motor Show in 1928. It was an immediate success, and was seen as a worthy competitor against the already race proven Austin Seven. Production commenced at the Cowley works 1929 where the distinctive wood and fabric boat tailed body was fitted to the modified Morris Minor chassis. In 1930 MG production was moved to Abingdon where WX 5332 left the assembly line in May. The four cylinder 2 bearing overhead camshaft engine was now uprated to 27bhp and with a gross weight of 10CWT meant 60mph was reached quite quickly. WX 5332 was purchased from the works for £185 plus optional extra 4 speed gearbox with remote shift for £5 6 shillings. During 1931/32 she was used for club competition/racing and then abandoned until being found and restored in 1968, and despite her 92 years, she can still be coaxed to perform.
1930 MG M Type, WX 5332
Image taken at Woodchurch Steam Rally, Kent, on 4th August 2024.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1930.
Petrol engine.
The MG M Type was designed by Cecil Kimber who managed the sales and competition department of Morris Motors. He based the M type on the Morris Minor and was launched at the Olympia Motor Show in 1928. It was an immediate success, and was seen as a worthy competitor against the already race proven Austin Seven. Production commenced at the Cowley works 1929 where the distinctive wood and fabric boat tailed body was fitted to the modified Morris Minor chassis. In 1930 MG production was moved to Abingdon where WX 5332 left the assembly line in May. The four cylinder 2 bearing overhead camshaft engine was now uprated to 27bhp and with a gross weight of 10CWT meant 60mph was reached quite quickly. WX 5332 was purchased from the works for £185 plus optional extra 4 speed gearbox with remote shift for £5 6 shillings. During 1931/32 she was used for club competition/racing and then abandoned until being found and restored in 1968, and despite her 92 years, she can still be coaxed to perform.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1930.
Petrol engine.
The MG M Type was designed by Cecil Kimber who managed the sales and competition department of Morris Motors. He based the M type on the Morris Minor and was launched at the Olympia Motor Show in 1928. It was an immediate success, and was seen as a worthy competitor against the already race proven Austin Seven. Production commenced at the Cowley works 1929 where the distinctive wood and fabric boat tailed body was fitted to the modified Morris Minor chassis. In 1930 MG production was moved to Abingdon where WX 5332 left the assembly line in May. The four cylinder 2 bearing overhead camshaft engine was now uprated to 27bhp and with a gross weight of 10CWT meant 60mph was reached quite quickly. WX 5332 was purchased from the works for £185 plus optional extra 4 speed gearbox with remote shift for £5 6 shillings. During 1931/32 she was used for club competition/racing and then abandoned until being found and restored in 1968, and despite her 92 years, she can still be coaxed to perform.
1931 MG 18/80, MG 1133
Image taken at the NEC Classic Car Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 6th June 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered on 6th June 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
1931 MG 18/80 Mk.1, MG 1193
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 2nd July, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 18/80, introduced in time for the 1928 British Motor Show, was essentially the first specially designed MG. It was also the first MG to carry the radiator design which was to become a distinguishing feature of the marque for the next 30 years.
At the heart of the 80/80 was a Morris derived six-cylinder engine. Consequently, in the factory the 18/80 became known as the 'Quick Six'. There was a range of body styles available, from an open two-seater up to a saloon. The Mark II version launched in 1929, with a sturdier chassis and a four-speed gearbox.
The last iteration was the 18/100 of Mark III, a more highly tuned and refined racing version also known as the 'Tigress'. from a planned run of 25, only five cars of this type were made.
The Mark I speed model was introduced in 1930 with a four-seater body similar in style to the Tigress - but often to a lighter fabric design. The remaining unused Tigress bodies also found their way into some of the Speed Model chassis. To live up to its name, it was sold with a guaranteed top speed of 80mph.
This particular Speed Model was one of the last Mark I models. Little is known of its history before it was found on Dartmoor in the 1950's. It was subsequently acquired and rebuilt by the MG Car Company, which fitted an engine from a Mark II saloon.
Engine: 6 cyl. 2468cc. Top speed: 80mph (129kph). Power: 60bhp. Coachwork: Four-seater tourer. Price new: £525. Registration mark: MG 1193.
Vehicle first registered on 2nd July, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 18/80, introduced in time for the 1928 British Motor Show, was essentially the first specially designed MG. It was also the first MG to carry the radiator design which was to become a distinguishing feature of the marque for the next 30 years.
At the heart of the 80/80 was a Morris derived six-cylinder engine. Consequently, in the factory the 18/80 became known as the 'Quick Six'. There was a range of body styles available, from an open two-seater up to a saloon. The Mark II version launched in 1929, with a sturdier chassis and a four-speed gearbox.
The last iteration was the 18/100 of Mark III, a more highly tuned and refined racing version also known as the 'Tigress'. from a planned run of 25, only five cars of this type were made.
The Mark I speed model was introduced in 1930 with a four-seater body similar in style to the Tigress - but often to a lighter fabric design. The remaining unused Tigress bodies also found their way into some of the Speed Model chassis. To live up to its name, it was sold with a guaranteed top speed of 80mph.
This particular Speed Model was one of the last Mark I models. Little is known of its history before it was found on Dartmoor in the 1950's. It was subsequently acquired and rebuilt by the MG Car Company, which fitted an engine from a Mark II saloon.
Engine: 6 cyl. 2468cc. Top speed: 80mph (129kph). Power: 60bhp. Coachwork: Four-seater tourer. Price new: £525. Registration mark: MG 1193.
1931 MG 18/80 Mk.1, MG 1193
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 2nd July, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 18/80, introduced in time for the 1928 British Motor Show, was essentially the first specially designed MG. It was also the first MG to carry the radiator design which was to become a distinguishing feature of the marque for the next 30 years.
At the heart of the 80/80 was a Morris derived six-cylinder engine. Consequently, in the factory the 18/80 became known as the 'Quick Six'. There was a range of body styles available, from an open two-seater up to a saloon. The Mark II version launched in 1929, with a sturdier chassis and a four-speed gearbox.
The last iteration was the 18/100 of Mark III, a more highly tuned and refined racing version also known as the 'Tigress'. from a planned run of 25, only five cars of this type were made.
The Mark I speed model was introduced in 1930 with a four-seater body similar in style to the Tigress - but often to a lighter fabric design. The remaining unused Tigress bodies also found their way into some of the Speed Model chassis. To live up to its name, it was sold with a guaranteed top speed of 80mph.
This particular Speed Model was one of the last Mark I models. Little is known of its history before it was found on Dartmoor in the 1950's. It was subsequently acquired and rebuilt by the MG Car Company, which fitted an engine from a Mark II saloon.
Engine: 6 cyl. 2468cc. Top speed: 80mph (129kph). Power: 60bhp. Coachwork: Four-seater tourer. Price new: £525. Registration mark: MG 1193.
Vehicle first registered on 2nd July, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 18/80, introduced in time for the 1928 British Motor Show, was essentially the first specially designed MG. It was also the first MG to carry the radiator design which was to become a distinguishing feature of the marque for the next 30 years.
At the heart of the 80/80 was a Morris derived six-cylinder engine. Consequently, in the factory the 18/80 became known as the 'Quick Six'. There was a range of body styles available, from an open two-seater up to a saloon. The Mark II version launched in 1929, with a sturdier chassis and a four-speed gearbox.
The last iteration was the 18/100 of Mark III, a more highly tuned and refined racing version also known as the 'Tigress'. from a planned run of 25, only five cars of this type were made.
The Mark I speed model was introduced in 1930 with a four-seater body similar in style to the Tigress - but often to a lighter fabric design. The remaining unused Tigress bodies also found their way into some of the Speed Model chassis. To live up to its name, it was sold with a guaranteed top speed of 80mph.
This particular Speed Model was one of the last Mark I models. Little is known of its history before it was found on Dartmoor in the 1950's. It was subsequently acquired and rebuilt by the MG Car Company, which fitted an engine from a Mark II saloon.
Engine: 6 cyl. 2468cc. Top speed: 80mph (129kph). Power: 60bhp. Coachwork: Four-seater tourer. Price new: £525. Registration mark: MG 1193.
1931 MG 18/80 Mk.1, MG 1193
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 2nd July, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 18/80, introduced in time for the 1928 British Motor Show, was essentially the first specially designed MG. It was also the first MG to carry the radiator design which was to become a distinguishing feature of the marque for the next 30 years.
At the heart of the 80/80 was a Morris derived six-cylinder engine. Consequently, in the factory the 18/80 became known as the 'Quick Six'. There was a range of body styles available, from an open two-seater up to a saloon. The Mark II version launched in 1929, with a sturdier chassis and a four-speed gearbox.
The last iteration was the 18/100 of Mark III, a more highly tuned and refined racing version also known as the 'Tigress'. from a planned run of 25, only five cars of this type were made.
The Mark I speed model was introduced in 1930 with a four-seater body similar in style to the Tigress - but often to a lighter fabric design. The remaining unused Tigress bodies also found their way into some of the Speed Model chassis. To live up to its name, it was sold with a guaranteed top speed of 80mph.
This particular Speed Model was one of the last Mark I models. Little is known of its history before it was found on Dartmoor in the 1950's. It was subsequently acquired and rebuilt by the MG Car Company, which fitted an engine from a Mark II saloon.
Engine: 6 cyl. 2468cc. Top speed: 80mph (129kph). Power: 60bhp. Coachwork: Four-seater tourer. Price new: £525. Registration mark: MG 1193.
Vehicle first registered on 2nd July, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 18/80, introduced in time for the 1928 British Motor Show, was essentially the first specially designed MG. It was also the first MG to carry the radiator design which was to become a distinguishing feature of the marque for the next 30 years.
At the heart of the 80/80 was a Morris derived six-cylinder engine. Consequently, in the factory the 18/80 became known as the 'Quick Six'. There was a range of body styles available, from an open two-seater up to a saloon. The Mark II version launched in 1929, with a sturdier chassis and a four-speed gearbox.
The last iteration was the 18/100 of Mark III, a more highly tuned and refined racing version also known as the 'Tigress'. from a planned run of 25, only five cars of this type were made.
The Mark I speed model was introduced in 1930 with a four-seater body similar in style to the Tigress - but often to a lighter fabric design. The remaining unused Tigress bodies also found their way into some of the Speed Model chassis. To live up to its name, it was sold with a guaranteed top speed of 80mph.
This particular Speed Model was one of the last Mark I models. Little is known of its history before it was found on Dartmoor in the 1950's. It was subsequently acquired and rebuilt by the MG Car Company, which fitted an engine from a Mark II saloon.
Engine: 6 cyl. 2468cc. Top speed: 80mph (129kph). Power: 60bhp. Coachwork: Four-seater tourer. Price new: £525. Registration mark: MG 1193.
1931 MG 18/80, MG 1350
Image taken at Woodchurch Steam Rally, Kent, on 4th August 2024.
Vehicle first registered 11th November, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 11th November, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
1931 MG 18/80, MG 1350
Image taken at Woodchurch Steam Rally, Kent, on 4th August 2024.
Vehicle first registered 11th November, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 11th November, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
1931 MG 18/80, MG 1350
Image taken at Woodchurch Steam Rally, Kent, on 4th August 2024.
Vehicle first registered 11th November, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 11th November, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
1931 MG 18/80, MG 1350
Image taken at Woodchurch Steam Rally, Kent, on 4th August 2024.
Vehicle first registered 11th November, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 11th November, 1931.
2468cc petrol engine.
1932 MG J2 Midget, WSU 581
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st April, 1991.
847cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The J-type MG Midget was introduced in August 1932, replacing the four-year old M-type. Compared to its predecessor, the J-type had an improved chassis which was based on the chassis of the C-type racing Midget. The engine also had a new cross-flow cylinder head but the camshaft still ran in only two main bearings.
The J-type was available in four different models: the J1 which was fitted with a four-seat tourer or 'salonette' body, the J2 which was a two-seater, and the J3 and J4 racing models with supercharged engines.
The J2 two-seater, with the double-humped scuttle, cut down doors and rear slab tank, became the pattern for the MG Midget sports car right through to the last TF in 1955. The 1932 and 1933 models had the cycle type wings seen here, later cars had swept wings. A total of 2382 J2 models were built from 1932 to 1934.
This particular car dates to October 1932 and was originally exported to New Zealand from where it was brought back to the UK in recent years. At some point, the mechanical brakes were converted to hydraulic brakes.
Engine: 4 cyl. 847cc. Top speed: 75mph (120kph). Power: 36bhp. Coachwork: two-seater saloon. Price new: £199. Registration mark: WSU 581.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st April, 1991.
847cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The J-type MG Midget was introduced in August 1932, replacing the four-year old M-type. Compared to its predecessor, the J-type had an improved chassis which was based on the chassis of the C-type racing Midget. The engine also had a new cross-flow cylinder head but the camshaft still ran in only two main bearings.
The J-type was available in four different models: the J1 which was fitted with a four-seat tourer or 'salonette' body, the J2 which was a two-seater, and the J3 and J4 racing models with supercharged engines.
The J2 two-seater, with the double-humped scuttle, cut down doors and rear slab tank, became the pattern for the MG Midget sports car right through to the last TF in 1955. The 1932 and 1933 models had the cycle type wings seen here, later cars had swept wings. A total of 2382 J2 models were built from 1932 to 1934.
This particular car dates to October 1932 and was originally exported to New Zealand from where it was brought back to the UK in recent years. At some point, the mechanical brakes were converted to hydraulic brakes.
Engine: 4 cyl. 847cc. Top speed: 75mph (120kph). Power: 36bhp. Coachwork: two-seater saloon. Price new: £199. Registration mark: WSU 581.
1932 MG J2 Midget, WSU 581
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st April, 1991.
847cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The J-type MG Midget was introduced in August 1932, replacing the four-year old M-type. Compared to its predecessor, the J-type had an improved chassis which was based on the chassis of the C-type racing Midget. The engine also had a new cross-flow cylinder head but the camshaft still ran in only two main bearings.
The J-type was available in four different models: the J1 which was fitted with a four-seat tourer or 'salonette' body, the J2 which was a two-seater, and the J3 and J4 racing models with supercharged engines.
The J2 two-seater, with the double-humped scuttle, cut down doors and rear slab tank, became the pattern for the MG Midget sports car right through to the last TF in 1955. The 1932 and 1933 models had the cycle type wings seen here, later cars had swept wings. A total of 2382 J2 models were built from 1932 to 1934.
This particular car dates to October 1932 and was originally exported to New Zealand from where it was brought back to the UK in recent years. At some point, the mechanical brakes were converted to hydraulic brakes.
Engine: 4 cyl. 847cc. Top speed: 75mph (120kph). Power: 36bhp. Coachwork: two-seater saloon. Price new: £199. Registration mark: WSU 581.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st April, 1991.
847cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The J-type MG Midget was introduced in August 1932, replacing the four-year old M-type. Compared to its predecessor, the J-type had an improved chassis which was based on the chassis of the C-type racing Midget. The engine also had a new cross-flow cylinder head but the camshaft still ran in only two main bearings.
The J-type was available in four different models: the J1 which was fitted with a four-seat tourer or 'salonette' body, the J2 which was a two-seater, and the J3 and J4 racing models with supercharged engines.
The J2 two-seater, with the double-humped scuttle, cut down doors and rear slab tank, became the pattern for the MG Midget sports car right through to the last TF in 1955. The 1932 and 1933 models had the cycle type wings seen here, later cars had swept wings. A total of 2382 J2 models were built from 1932 to 1934.
This particular car dates to October 1932 and was originally exported to New Zealand from where it was brought back to the UK in recent years. At some point, the mechanical brakes were converted to hydraulic brakes.
Engine: 4 cyl. 847cc. Top speed: 75mph (120kph). Power: 36bhp. Coachwork: two-seater saloon. Price new: £199. Registration mark: WSU 581.
1932 MG J2 Midget, WSU 581
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st April, 1991.
847cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The J-type MG Midget was introduced in August 1932, replacing the four-year old M-type. Compared to its predecessor, the J-type had an improved chassis which was based on the chassis of the C-type racing Midget. The engine also had a new cross-flow cylinder head but the camshaft still ran in only two main bearings.
The J-type was available in four different models: the J1 which was fitted with a four-seat tourer or 'salonette' body, the J2 which was a two-seater, and the J3 and J4 racing models with supercharged engines.
The J2 two-seater, with the double-humped scuttle, cut down doors and rear slab tank, became the pattern for the MG Midget sports car right through to the last TF in 1955. The 1932 and 1933 models had the cycle type wings seen here, later cars had swept wings. A total of 2382 J2 models were built from 1932 to 1934.
This particular car dates to October 1932 and was originally exported to New Zealand from where it was brought back to the UK in recent years. At some point, the mechanical brakes were converted to hydraulic brakes.
Engine: 4 cyl. 847cc. Top speed: 75mph (120kph). Power: 36bhp. Coachwork: two-seater saloon. Price new: £199. Registration mark: WSU 581.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st April, 1991.
847cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The J-type MG Midget was introduced in August 1932, replacing the four-year old M-type. Compared to its predecessor, the J-type had an improved chassis which was based on the chassis of the C-type racing Midget. The engine also had a new cross-flow cylinder head but the camshaft still ran in only two main bearings.
The J-type was available in four different models: the J1 which was fitted with a four-seat tourer or 'salonette' body, the J2 which was a two-seater, and the J3 and J4 racing models with supercharged engines.
The J2 two-seater, with the double-humped scuttle, cut down doors and rear slab tank, became the pattern for the MG Midget sports car right through to the last TF in 1955. The 1932 and 1933 models had the cycle type wings seen here, later cars had swept wings. A total of 2382 J2 models were built from 1932 to 1934.
This particular car dates to October 1932 and was originally exported to New Zealand from where it was brought back to the UK in recent years. At some point, the mechanical brakes were converted to hydraulic brakes.
Engine: 4 cyl. 847cc. Top speed: 75mph (120kph). Power: 36bhp. Coachwork: two-seater saloon. Price new: £199. Registration mark: WSU 581.
1932 MG J2 Midget, WSU 581
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st April, 1991.
847cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The J-type MG Midget was introduced in August 1932, replacing the four-year old M-type. Compared to its predecessor, the J-type had an improved chassis which was based on the chassis of the C-type racing Midget. The engine also had a new cross-flow cylinder head but the camshaft still ran in only two main bearings.
The J-type was available in four different models: the J1 which was fitted with a four-seat tourer or 'salonette' body, the J2 which was a two-seater, and the J3 and J4 racing models with supercharged engines.
The J2 two-seater, with the double-humped scuttle, cut down doors and rear slab tank, became the pattern for the MG Midget sports car right through to the last TF in 1955. The 1932 and 1933 models had the cycle type wings seen here, later cars had swept wings. A total of 2382 J2 models were built from 1932 to 1934.
This particular car dates to October 1932 and was originally exported to New Zealand from where it was brought back to the UK in recent years. At some point, the mechanical brakes were converted to hydraulic brakes.
Engine: 4 cyl. 847cc. Top speed: 75mph (120kph). Power: 36bhp. Coachwork: two-seater saloon. Price new: £199. Registration mark: WSU 581.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st April, 1991.
847cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The J-type MG Midget was introduced in August 1932, replacing the four-year old M-type. Compared to its predecessor, the J-type had an improved chassis which was based on the chassis of the C-type racing Midget. The engine also had a new cross-flow cylinder head but the camshaft still ran in only two main bearings.
The J-type was available in four different models: the J1 which was fitted with a four-seat tourer or 'salonette' body, the J2 which was a two-seater, and the J3 and J4 racing models with supercharged engines.
The J2 two-seater, with the double-humped scuttle, cut down doors and rear slab tank, became the pattern for the MG Midget sports car right through to the last TF in 1955. The 1932 and 1933 models had the cycle type wings seen here, later cars had swept wings. A total of 2382 J2 models were built from 1932 to 1934.
This particular car dates to October 1932 and was originally exported to New Zealand from where it was brought back to the UK in recent years. At some point, the mechanical brakes were converted to hydraulic brakes.
Engine: 4 cyl. 847cc. Top speed: 75mph (120kph). Power: 36bhp. Coachwork: two-seater saloon. Price new: £199. Registration mark: WSU 581.
1933 MG J2, ANO 60
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
DVLA records show that this vehicle was registered there in April 1990.
849cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show that this vehicle was registered there in April 1990.
849cc petrol engine.
1933 MG J2, ANO 60
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
DVLA records show that this vehicle was registered there in April 1990.
849cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show that this vehicle was registered there in April 1990.
849cc petrol engine.
1936 MG Midget, BRO 173
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 25th April 1936.
939cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 25th April 1936.
939cc petrol engine.
1936 MG Midget, BRO 173
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 25th April 1936.
939cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 25th April 1936.
939cc petrol engine.
1936 MG Midget, BRO 173
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 25th April 1936.
939cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 25th April 1936.
939cc petrol engine.
1936 MG Midget, BRO 173
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 25th April 1936.
939cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 25th April 1936.
939cc petrol engine.
1936 MG NB Magnette, 857 MEW
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered in March 1937.
1271cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
From 1931 to 1936, MG manufactured a range of small sports cars under the Magna and Magnette names, all using engines based on the single overhead camshaft design originally made for the Wolseley hornet.
The NA-type was introduced in 1934, with two or four-seater bodywork. The ND was a similar two-seater with a slab tank, while the NE was specifically developed for the 1934 Tourist Trophy race. The final model was the KN saloon which had the K-type saloon body on the N-type chassis.
The NB-type followed in 1935, with some stylistic retouches including front hinged doors, staying in production until late 1936 when it was replaced by the four-cylinder VA 1 1/2 litre model. The NB was thus MG's last small six and also the last of the classic pre-war models with an overhead camshaft engine.
Total production of the various N-types was 745 cars, plus 201 KN saloons. This particular car gave its original owner so much satisfaction over 170,000 miles that, in June 1959, he made a present of it to the MG Car Company Ltd.
Engine: 6 cyl. 1271cc. Top speed: 82mph (132kph) Power: 57bhp. Coachwork: two-seat tourer. Price new: £280. Registration mark: 857 MEW.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered in March 1937.
1271cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
From 1931 to 1936, MG manufactured a range of small sports cars under the Magna and Magnette names, all using engines based on the single overhead camshaft design originally made for the Wolseley hornet.
The NA-type was introduced in 1934, with two or four-seater bodywork. The ND was a similar two-seater with a slab tank, while the NE was specifically developed for the 1934 Tourist Trophy race. The final model was the KN saloon which had the K-type saloon body on the N-type chassis.
The NB-type followed in 1935, with some stylistic retouches including front hinged doors, staying in production until late 1936 when it was replaced by the four-cylinder VA 1 1/2 litre model. The NB was thus MG's last small six and also the last of the classic pre-war models with an overhead camshaft engine.
Total production of the various N-types was 745 cars, plus 201 KN saloons. This particular car gave its original owner so much satisfaction over 170,000 miles that, in June 1959, he made a present of it to the MG Car Company Ltd.
Engine: 6 cyl. 1271cc. Top speed: 82mph (132kph) Power: 57bhp. Coachwork: two-seat tourer. Price new: £280. Registration mark: 857 MEW.
1936 MG NB Magnette, 857 MEW
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered in March 1937.
1271cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
From 1931 to 1936, MG manufactured a range of small sports cars under the Magna and Magnette names, all using engines based on the single overhead camshaft design originally made for the Wolseley hornet.
The NA-type was introduced in 1934, with two or four-seater bodywork. The ND was a similar two-seater with a slab tank, while the NE was specifically developed for the 1934 Tourist Trophy race. The final model was the KN saloon which had the K-type saloon body on the N-type chassis.
The NB-type followed in 1935, with some stylistic retouches including front hinged doors, staying in production until late 1936 when it was replaced by the four-cylinder VA 1 1/2 litre model. The NB was thus MG's last small six and also the last of the classic pre-war models with an overhead camshaft engine.
Total production of the various N-types was 745 cars, plus 201 KN saloons. This particular car gave its original owner so much satisfaction over 170,000 miles that, in June 1959, he made a present of it to the MG Car Company Ltd.
Engine: 6 cyl. 1271cc. Top speed: 82mph (132kph) Power: 57bhp. Coachwork: two-seat tourer. Price new: £280. Registration mark: 857 MEW.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered in March 1937.
1271cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
From 1931 to 1936, MG manufactured a range of small sports cars under the Magna and Magnette names, all using engines based on the single overhead camshaft design originally made for the Wolseley hornet.
The NA-type was introduced in 1934, with two or four-seater bodywork. The ND was a similar two-seater with a slab tank, while the NE was specifically developed for the 1934 Tourist Trophy race. The final model was the KN saloon which had the K-type saloon body on the N-type chassis.
The NB-type followed in 1935, with some stylistic retouches including front hinged doors, staying in production until late 1936 when it was replaced by the four-cylinder VA 1 1/2 litre model. The NB was thus MG's last small six and also the last of the classic pre-war models with an overhead camshaft engine.
Total production of the various N-types was 745 cars, plus 201 KN saloons. This particular car gave its original owner so much satisfaction over 170,000 miles that, in June 1959, he made a present of it to the MG Car Company Ltd.
Engine: 6 cyl. 1271cc. Top speed: 82mph (132kph) Power: 57bhp. Coachwork: two-seat tourer. Price new: £280. Registration mark: 857 MEW.
1937 MG EX135, speed record car
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle not registered.
1250cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
This car started life as a conventionally bodied K3 Magnette and was used by Captain George Eyston for road racing and record attempts. In 1938 MG bought EX135 back from Eyston and completely rebuilt it to its present form, with an all-enveloping body designed by Reid Railton.
MG engaged Lieutenant ATG 'Goldie' Gardner to pilot EX135. Following a distinguished military career, Gardner's forays into motor racing began in 1924 and he became a regular MG driver.
Gardner was able to raise the 1100cc class record to over 200mph in 1939 on the then new Dessau autobahn in Germany (now the A9). In post war years he set records in many different capacity classes using a variety of MG engines and, on one occasion, a prototype Jaguar engine.
EX135 is now fitted with the supercharged 1250cc XPAG engine fitted in 1952 for Gardner's last record runs on the salt flats in Utah. The wet or 'slick' salt meant that he could not control the wheel spin and only reached 190mph, rather than the anticipated 200mph. On one attempt, Gardner totally lost control, spun and hit a marker post, which smashed through the Perspex cockpit and hit him in his head. in spite of the bump, he continued driving!
Engine: 4cyl. 1250cc. Top speed: 203mph (326kph). Power: 220bhp. Coachwork: Streamliner. Price new: not quoted. Registration mark: none.
Vehicle not registered.
1250cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
This car started life as a conventionally bodied K3 Magnette and was used by Captain George Eyston for road racing and record attempts. In 1938 MG bought EX135 back from Eyston and completely rebuilt it to its present form, with an all-enveloping body designed by Reid Railton.
MG engaged Lieutenant ATG 'Goldie' Gardner to pilot EX135. Following a distinguished military career, Gardner's forays into motor racing began in 1924 and he became a regular MG driver.
Gardner was able to raise the 1100cc class record to over 200mph in 1939 on the then new Dessau autobahn in Germany (now the A9). In post war years he set records in many different capacity classes using a variety of MG engines and, on one occasion, a prototype Jaguar engine.
EX135 is now fitted with the supercharged 1250cc XPAG engine fitted in 1952 for Gardner's last record runs on the salt flats in Utah. The wet or 'slick' salt meant that he could not control the wheel spin and only reached 190mph, rather than the anticipated 200mph. On one attempt, Gardner totally lost control, spun and hit a marker post, which smashed through the Perspex cockpit and hit him in his head. in spite of the bump, he continued driving!
Engine: 4cyl. 1250cc. Top speed: 203mph (326kph). Power: 220bhp. Coachwork: Streamliner. Price new: not quoted. Registration mark: none.
1940
1947 MG TC, BF 6562
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered August 1947.
Petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered August 1947.
Petrol engine.
1947 MG TC, BF 6562
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered August 1947.
Petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered August 1947.
Petrol engine.
1947 MG TC, SXS 376
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
DVLA records show that this vehicle was registered 1st August, 2022.
1250cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show that this vehicle was registered 1st August, 2022.
1250cc petrol engine.
1947 MG TC, SXS 376
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
DVLA records show that this vehicle was registered 1st August, 2022.
1250cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show that this vehicle was registered 1st August, 2022.
1250cc petrol engine.
1948 MG YT, 828 XUV
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 1st October 1948.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 1st October 1948.
1250cc petrol engine.
1948 MG YT, 828 XUV
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 1st October 1948.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 1st October 1948.
1250cc petrol engine.
1948 MG YT, 828 XUV
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 1st October 1948.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 1st October 1948.
1250cc petrol engine.
1949 MG TC, NBB 760
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 25th April 1936.
939cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 25th April 1936.
939cc petrol engine.
1950
1950 MG Midget, KYL 878
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 2nd January 1950.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 2nd January 1950.
1250cc petrol engine.
1950 MG Midget, KYL 878
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 2nd January 1950.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 2nd January 1950.
1250cc petrol engine.
1951 MG TD, UMG 407
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 2nd July 1951.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 2nd July 1951.
1250cc petrol engine.
1951 MG TD, UMG 407
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 2nd July 1951.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 2nd July 1951.
1250cc petrol engine.
1951 MG TD, UMG 555
Image taken at Bearsted Classic Car Show, Bearsted Green, Kent, on 25th July 2022.
Vehicle first registered 8th October 1951.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 8th October 1951.
1250cc petrol engine.
1952 MG TD, YXG 733
Image taken at Woodchurch Steam Rally, Kent, on 7th August 2022.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
1952 MG TD, YXG 733
Image taken at Woodchurch Steam Rally, Kent, on 7th August 2022.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 1st January 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
1952 MG TD, UMG 583
Image taken at Warwickshire Classic & Performance Motor Show on 11th August, 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 7th February, 1952.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered on 7th February, 1952.
1250cc petrol engine.
1953 MG TD, 426 YUK
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
First registered 1st January, 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
First registered 1st January, 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
1953 MG TD, 426 YUK
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
First registered 1st January, 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
First registered 1st January, 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
1953 MG TD, 426 YUK
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
First registered 1st January, 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
First registered 1st January, 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
1953 MG YB, HMO 909
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 18th February, 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Rally Car
The Y-Type saloon, introduced in 1947, was a completely new design. it was the first Morris group car to use independent front suspension with coil springs and rack and pinion steering. These features were the work of Alec Issigonis, then a young engineer with Morris Motors.
This particular YB is one of the MG works rally cars. It was successfully rallied by Len Shaw in events such as the RAC, London, Morecombe and Daily Express rallies, as well as a wealth of other trials. Len had been using the Y-Type in competitions since the late 1940's. His rallying success and the success of the car in motor racing persuaded John Thornley at MG to form a team of three Y-Types for the 1953 season. The cars were modified with larger valves, TD manifold and twin SU carburettors, each fed by its own fuel pump. Each of the team cars was identified by a different number of chevrons on the front wing.
The drivers were not paid a salary, as it was seen as an honour to drive for MG but were able to keep any trophies and prize money that they won. Len was noted for his relaxed driving style with a pipe ever present in his mouth, whilst the car was often seen with only three wheels in contact with the road!
Engine 4 cyl. 1250cc. Top speed 71mph (114kph). Power 46bhp. Coachwork saloon. Price new £880. Registration mark HMO 909.
Vehicle first registered on 18th February, 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Rally Car
The Y-Type saloon, introduced in 1947, was a completely new design. it was the first Morris group car to use independent front suspension with coil springs and rack and pinion steering. These features were the work of Alec Issigonis, then a young engineer with Morris Motors.
This particular YB is one of the MG works rally cars. It was successfully rallied by Len Shaw in events such as the RAC, London, Morecombe and Daily Express rallies, as well as a wealth of other trials. Len had been using the Y-Type in competitions since the late 1940's. His rallying success and the success of the car in motor racing persuaded John Thornley at MG to form a team of three Y-Types for the 1953 season. The cars were modified with larger valves, TD manifold and twin SU carburettors, each fed by its own fuel pump. Each of the team cars was identified by a different number of chevrons on the front wing.
The drivers were not paid a salary, as it was seen as an honour to drive for MG but were able to keep any trophies and prize money that they won. Len was noted for his relaxed driving style with a pipe ever present in his mouth, whilst the car was often seen with only three wheels in contact with the road!
Engine 4 cyl. 1250cc. Top speed 71mph (114kph). Power 46bhp. Coachwork saloon. Price new £880. Registration mark HMO 909.
1953 MG YB, HMO 909
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 18th February, 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Rally Car
The Y-Type saloon, introduced in 1947, was a completely new design. it was the first Morris group car to use independent front suspension with coil springs and rack and pinion steering. These features were the work of Alec Issigonis, then a young engineer with Morris Motors.
This particular YB is one of the MG works rally cars. It was successfully rallied by Len Shaw in events such as the RAC, London, Morecombe and Daily Express rallies, as well as a wealth of other trials. Len had been using the Y-Type in competitions since the late 1940's. His rallying success and the success of the car in motor racing persuaded John Thornley at MG to form a team of three Y-Types for the 1953 season. The cars were modified with larger valves, TD manifold and twin SU carburettors, each fed by its own fuel pump. Each of the team cars was identified by a different number of chevrons on the front wing.
The drivers were not paid a salary, as it was seen as an honour to drive for MG but were able to keep any trophies and prize money that they won. Len was noted for his relaxed driving style with a pipe ever present in his mouth, whilst the car was often seen with only three wheels in contact with the road!
Engine 4 cyl. 1250cc. Top speed 71mph (114kph). Power 46bhp. Coachwork saloon. Price new £880. Registration mark HMO 909.
Vehicle first registered on 18th February, 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Rally Car
The Y-Type saloon, introduced in 1947, was a completely new design. it was the first Morris group car to use independent front suspension with coil springs and rack and pinion steering. These features were the work of Alec Issigonis, then a young engineer with Morris Motors.
This particular YB is one of the MG works rally cars. It was successfully rallied by Len Shaw in events such as the RAC, London, Morecombe and Daily Express rallies, as well as a wealth of other trials. Len had been using the Y-Type in competitions since the late 1940's. His rallying success and the success of the car in motor racing persuaded John Thornley at MG to form a team of three Y-Types for the 1953 season. The cars were modified with larger valves, TD manifold and twin SU carburettors, each fed by its own fuel pump. Each of the team cars was identified by a different number of chevrons on the front wing.
The drivers were not paid a salary, as it was seen as an honour to drive for MG but were able to keep any trophies and prize money that they won. Len was noted for his relaxed driving style with a pipe ever present in his mouth, whilst the car was often seen with only three wheels in contact with the road!
Engine 4 cyl. 1250cc. Top speed 71mph (114kph). Power 46bhp. Coachwork saloon. Price new £880. Registration mark HMO 909.
1953 MG Midget, OOD 3
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 23rd June 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 23rd June 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
1953 MG TD, OFJ 111
Image taken at Faversham Festival of Transport on 21st May, 2023.
First registered on 8th August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
First registered on 8th August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
1953 MG TD, OFJ 111
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
First registered on 8th August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
First registered on 8th August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
1953 MG TD, 379 YUK
Image taken at Aylesford Friars Classic Car Show, Kent, on 11th September, 2022.
First registered 21st August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The MG TD was produced between 1949-1953. This 1953 model is equipped with a 1250cc 4 cylinder 60bhp engine. 29,614 MG TD's were produced in total, of which 23,488 were exported to America.
379 YUK was built in Abingdon in #August 1953, as an original right hand drive and was exported to Singapore for a senior diplomat in the American Consulate based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaya.
Originally finished in British Racing Green, the chassis and engine numbers are matching as confirmed by the factory production records. She was one of the last TD's to be built.
Purchased from the diplomat by Mr H Kyriss in 1963, while working as a Military Attaché at the consulate, Mr Kyriss exported the car to America where it remained within his family, based in Maryland.
In 2007 she was subjected to a full body off, nut, bolt, and engine restoration, including new carpets, door cards, seats, hood, frames and rails, tonneau and half tonneau. At the same time being resprayed in her present coat of MG Clipper Blue.
On the 11th October 2012 the MG TD was brought back to the UK after being purchased by Mr D King of Tonbridge, Kent.
First registered 21st August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The MG TD was produced between 1949-1953. This 1953 model is equipped with a 1250cc 4 cylinder 60bhp engine. 29,614 MG TD's were produced in total, of which 23,488 were exported to America.
379 YUK was built in Abingdon in #August 1953, as an original right hand drive and was exported to Singapore for a senior diplomat in the American Consulate based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaya.
Originally finished in British Racing Green, the chassis and engine numbers are matching as confirmed by the factory production records. She was one of the last TD's to be built.
Purchased from the diplomat by Mr H Kyriss in 1963, while working as a Military Attaché at the consulate, Mr Kyriss exported the car to America where it remained within his family, based in Maryland.
In 2007 she was subjected to a full body off, nut, bolt, and engine restoration, including new carpets, door cards, seats, hood, frames and rails, tonneau and half tonneau. At the same time being resprayed in her present coat of MG Clipper Blue.
On the 11th October 2012 the MG TD was brought back to the UK after being purchased by Mr D King of Tonbridge, Kent.
1953 MG TD, 379 YUK
Image taken at Aylesford Friars Classic Car Show, Kent, on 11th September, 2022.
First registered 21st August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The MG TD was produced between 1949-1953. This 1953 model is equipped with a 1250cc 4 cylinder 60bhp engine. 29,614 MG TD's were produced in total, of which 23,488 were exported to America.
379 YUK was built in Abingdon in #August 1953, as an original right hand drive and was exported to Singapore for a senior diplomat in the American Consulate based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaya.
Originally finished in British Racing Green, the chassis and engine numbers are matching as confirmed by the factory production records. She was one of the last TD's to be built.
Purchased from the diplomat by Mr H Kyriss in 1963, while working as a Military Attaché at the consulate, Mr Kyriss exported the car to America where it remained within his family, based in Maryland.
In 2007 she was subjected to a full body off, nut, bolt, and engine restoration, including new carpets, door cards, seats, hood, frames and rails, tonneau and half tonneau. At the same time being resprayed in her present coat of MG Clipper Blue.
On the 11th October 2012 the MG TD was brought back to the UK after being purchased by Mr D King of Tonbridge, Kent.
First registered 21st August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The MG TD was produced between 1949-1953. This 1953 model is equipped with a 1250cc 4 cylinder 60bhp engine. 29,614 MG TD's were produced in total, of which 23,488 were exported to America.
379 YUK was built in Abingdon in #August 1953, as an original right hand drive and was exported to Singapore for a senior diplomat in the American Consulate based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaya.
Originally finished in British Racing Green, the chassis and engine numbers are matching as confirmed by the factory production records. She was one of the last TD's to be built.
Purchased from the diplomat by Mr H Kyriss in 1963, while working as a Military Attaché at the consulate, Mr Kyriss exported the car to America where it remained within his family, based in Maryland.
In 2007 she was subjected to a full body off, nut, bolt, and engine restoration, including new carpets, door cards, seats, hood, frames and rails, tonneau and half tonneau. At the same time being resprayed in her present coat of MG Clipper Blue.
On the 11th October 2012 the MG TD was brought back to the UK after being purchased by Mr D King of Tonbridge, Kent.
1953 MG TD, 379 YUK
Image taken at Faversham Festival of Transport, Kent, on 19th May, 2024.
First registered 21st August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The MG TD was produced between 1949-1953. This 1953 model is equipped with a 1250cc 4 cylinder 60bhp engine. 29,614 MG TD's were produced in total, of which 23,488 were exported to America.
379 YUK was built in Abingdon in #August 1953, as an original right hand drive and was exported to Singapore for a senior diplomat in the American Consulate based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaya.
Originally finished in British Racing Green, the chassis and engine numbers are matching as confirmed by the factory production records. She was one of the last TD's to be built.
Purchased from the diplomat by Mr H Kyriss in 1963, while working as a Military Attaché at the consulate, Mr Kyriss exported the car to America where it remained within his family, based in Maryland.
In 2007 she was subjected to a full body off, nut, bolt, and engine restoration, including new carpets, door cards, seats, hood, frames and rails, tonneau and half tonneau. At the same time being resprayed in her present coat of MG Clipper Blue.
On the 11th October 2012 the MG TD was brought back to the UK after being purchased by Mr D King of Tonbridge, Kent.
First registered 21st August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The MG TD was produced between 1949-1953. This 1953 model is equipped with a 1250cc 4 cylinder 60bhp engine. 29,614 MG TD's were produced in total, of which 23,488 were exported to America.
379 YUK was built in Abingdon in #August 1953, as an original right hand drive and was exported to Singapore for a senior diplomat in the American Consulate based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaya.
Originally finished in British Racing Green, the chassis and engine numbers are matching as confirmed by the factory production records. She was one of the last TD's to be built.
Purchased from the diplomat by Mr H Kyriss in 1963, while working as a Military Attaché at the consulate, Mr Kyriss exported the car to America where it remained within his family, based in Maryland.
In 2007 she was subjected to a full body off, nut, bolt, and engine restoration, including new carpets, door cards, seats, hood, frames and rails, tonneau and half tonneau. At the same time being resprayed in her present coat of MG Clipper Blue.
On the 11th October 2012 the MG TD was brought back to the UK after being purchased by Mr D King of Tonbridge, Kent.
1953 MG TD, 379 YUK
Image taken at Faversham Festival of Transport, Kent, on 19th May, 2024.
First registered 21st August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The MG TD was produced between 1949-1953. This 1953 model is equipped with a 1250cc 4 cylinder 60bhp engine. 29,614 MG TD's were produced in total, of which 23,488 were exported to America.
379 YUK was built in Abingdon in #August 1953, as an original right hand drive and was exported to Singapore for a senior diplomat in the American Consulate based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaya.
Originally finished in British Racing Green, the chassis and engine numbers are matching as confirmed by the factory production records. She was one of the last TD's to be built.
Purchased from the diplomat by Mr H Kyriss in 1963, while working as a Military Attaché at the consulate, Mr Kyriss exported the car to America where it remained within his family, based in Maryland.
In 2007 she was subjected to a full body off, nut, bolt, and engine restoration, including new carpets, door cards, seats, hood, frames and rails, tonneau and half tonneau. At the same time being resprayed in her present coat of MG Clipper Blue.
On the 11th October 2012 the MG TD was brought back to the UK after being purchased by Mr D King of Tonbridge, Kent.
First registered 21st August 1953.
1250cc petrol engine.
The MG TD was produced between 1949-1953. This 1953 model is equipped with a 1250cc 4 cylinder 60bhp engine. 29,614 MG TD's were produced in total, of which 23,488 were exported to America.
379 YUK was built in Abingdon in #August 1953, as an original right hand drive and was exported to Singapore for a senior diplomat in the American Consulate based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaya.
Originally finished in British Racing Green, the chassis and engine numbers are matching as confirmed by the factory production records. She was one of the last TD's to be built.
Purchased from the diplomat by Mr H Kyriss in 1963, while working as a Military Attaché at the consulate, Mr Kyriss exported the car to America where it remained within his family, based in Maryland.
In 2007 she was subjected to a full body off, nut, bolt, and engine restoration, including new carpets, door cards, seats, hood, frames and rails, tonneau and half tonneau. At the same time being resprayed in her present coat of MG Clipper Blue.
On the 11th October 2012 the MG TD was brought back to the UK after being purchased by Mr D King of Tonbridge, Kent.
1953 MG Midget, 266 ARF
Image taken at Wrotham Classic Transport Rally on 25th June 2023.
First registered on 28th October, 1953..
1250cc petrol engine.
First registered on 28th October, 1953..
1250cc petrol engine.
1953 MG TF, SSK 517
Image taken at The Great British Car Journey Museum on 15th May 2023.
DVLA records show date of registration as 22nd May 1992.
1250cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show date of registration as 22nd May 1992.
1250cc petrol engine.
1953 MG Midget, 4244 MG
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
DVLA records show vehicle first registered 1st December 2019.
1250cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show vehicle first registered 1st December 2019.
1250cc petrol engine.
1953 MG Midget, 4244 MG
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
DVLA records show vehicle first registered 1st December 2019.
1250cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show vehicle first registered 1st December 2019.
1250cc petrol engine.
1953 MG Midget, 4244 MG
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
DVLA records show vehicle first registered 1st December 2019.
1250cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show vehicle first registered 1st December 2019.
1250cc petrol engine.
1960
1960 MG A, 3953 PU
Image taken at Wrotham Classic Transport Rally on 25th June 2023.
First registered 7th October, 1960.
1588cc petrol engine.
First registered 7th October, 1960.
1588cc petrol engine.
1960 MG A, 914 XMY
Image taken at Wrotham Classic Transport Rally on 25th June 2023.
DVLA records show date of first registration as 1st April 1984.
1588cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show date of first registration as 1st April 1984.
1588cc petrol engine.
1960 MG A, 914 XMY
Image taken at Wrotham Classic Transport Rally on 25th June 2023.
DVLA records show date of first registration as 1st April 1984.
1588cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show date of first registration as 1st April 1984.
1588cc petrol engine.
1960 MG A, 914 XMY
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
DVLA records show the vehicle to have been first registered on 1st April, 1984.
1588cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show the vehicle to have been first registered on 1st April, 1984.
1588cc petrol engine.
1961 MG A, 3734 JW
Image taken at Aylesford Friars Classic Car Show, Kent, on 11th September, 2022.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 1st June 1986.
1588cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 1st June 1986.
1588cc petrol engine.
1961 MG A, 881 UYW
Image taken at Prestcott Hill Climb on 14th May 2023.
DVLA records show date of first registration as 1st August 2017.
1588cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show date of first registration as 1st August 2017.
1588cc petrol engine.
1961 MG A, 881 UYW - On the hill.
Image taken at Prestcott Hill Climb on 14th May 2023.
DVLA records show date of first registration as 1st August 2017.
1588cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show date of first registration as 1st August 2017.
1588cc petrol engine.
1962 MG Magnette, AJU 151A
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 5th October 1962.
1622cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 5th October 1962.
1622cc petrol engine.
1962 MG A, SFF 345
Image taken at Classic Cars on the Green, Bearsted on 23rd July, 2023.
DVLA records show the vehicle as registered 11th October, 1994.
1600cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show the vehicle as registered 11th October, 1994.
1600cc petrol engine.
1962 MG A, LAS 138
Image taken at Aylesford Friars Classic Car Show, Kent, on 11th September, 2022.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 29th August 2002.
1622cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 29th August 2002.
1622cc petrol engine.
1962 MG A, LAS 138
Image taken at Aylesford Friars Classic Car Show, Kent, on 11th September, 2022.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 29th August 2002.
1622cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 29th August 2002.
1622cc petrol engine.
1964 MG 1100, BPA 261B
Image taken at Aylesford Friars Classic Car Show, Kent, on 11th September, 2022.
First registered 14th February 1964.
1098cc petrol engine.
First registered 14th February 1964.
1098cc petrol engine.
1964 MG 1100, BPA 261B
Image taken at Aylesford Friars Classic Car Show, Kent, on 11th September, 2022.
First registered 14th February 1964.
1098cc petrol engine.
First registered 14th February 1964.
1098cc petrol engine.
1964 MG 1100, BPA 261B
Image taken at Aylesford Friars Classic Car Show, Kent, on 11th September, 2022.
First registered 14th February 1964.
1098cc petrol engine.
First registered 14th February 1964.
1098cc petrol engine.
1964 MG 1100, BPA 261B
Image taken at Woodchurch Steam Rally, Kent, on 4th August, 2024.
First registered 14th February 1964.
1098cc petrol engine.
First registered 14th February 1964.
1098cc petrol engine.
1964 MG Midget, AFO 326B
Image taken at Wrotham Classic Transport Rally on 25th June 2023.
First registered 24th November, 1964.
1098cc petrol engine.
First registered 24th November, 1964.
1098cc petrol engine.
1964 MG Magnette, AVE 442B
Image taken at Wrotham Classic Transport Rally on 25th June 2023.
DVLA records show date of registration as 1st July, 1984.
1622cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show date of registration as 1st July, 1984.
1622cc petrol engine.
1964 MG Magnette, AVE 442B, engine bay
Image taken at Wrotham Classic Transport Rally on 25th June 2023.
DVLA records show date of registration as 1st July, 1984.
1622cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show date of registration as 1st July, 1984.
1622cc petrol engine.
1965 MG Midget, BOE 816C
Image taken at Classics at the Museum Show, RAF Manston, Kent, on 15th August 2023.
First registered 1st August 1965.
1098cc petrol engine.
First registered 1st August 1965.
1098cc petrol engine.
1965 MG Midget, BOE 816C
Image taken at Classics at the Museum Show, RAF Manston, Kent, on 15th August 2023.
First registered 1st August 1965.
1098cc petrol engine.
First registered 1st August 1965.
1098cc petrol engine.
1965 MG Midget, BOE 816C
Image taken at Classics at the Museum Show, RAF Manston, Kent, on 15th August 2023.
First registered 1st August 1965.
1098cc petrol engine.
First registered 1st August 1965.
1098cc petrol engine.
1966 MG Mini ADO 34 Prototype Series, KWD 348
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st March 1990.
1275cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st March 1990.
1275cc petrol engine.
1966 MG Mini ADO 34 Prototype Series, KWD 348
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st March 1990.
1275cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show the vehicle was registered on 1st March 1990.
1275cc petrol engine.
1967 MG MGB, MKH 43E
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 19th September 1988.
1995cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 19th September 1988.
1995cc petrol engine.
1967 MG Magnette, MKE 197F
Image taken at Wickhambreux Classic Car Show, on 15th May 2022.
Vehicle first registered 9th November 1967.
1622cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 9th November 1967.
1622cc petrol engine.
1970
1970 MG B, OJH 85H
Image taken at Prestcott Hill Climb 14th May, 2023.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered 1st March 1970.
1798cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered 1st March 1970.
1798cc petrol engine.
1970 MG C, UKO 73H
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show, on 16th July 2023.
First registered 21st April, 1970.
2912cc petrol engine.
First registered 21st April, 1970.
2912cc petrol engine.
1971 MG B GT, HML 623K
Image taken at Wrotham Classic Transport Rally on 25th June, 2023.
First registered 25th August, 1971.
1798cc petrol engine.
First registered 25th August, 1971.
1798cc petrol engine.
1972 MG Midget, TBX 595L
Image taken at Faversham Festival of Transport on 21st May, 2023.
First registered on 2nd August 1972.
1275cc petrol engine.
First registered on 2nd August 1972.
1275cc petrol engine.
1972 MG Midget, TBX 595L
Image taken at Faversham Festival of Transport on 21st May, 2023.
First registered on 2nd August 1972.
1275cc petrol engine.
First registered on 2nd August 1972.
1275cc petrol engine.
1972 MG B, UPP 368L
Image taken at Classic Cars in the Car Park, The Cock Horse, Detling, on 20th July, 2024.
First registered 6th June 1973.
1950cc, petrol engine.
First registered 6th June 1973.
1950cc, petrol engine.
1972 MG B, UPP 368L
Image taken at Classic Cars in the Car Park, The Cock Horse, Detling, on 20th July, 2024.
First registered 6th June 1973.
1950cc, petrol engine.
First registered 6th June 1973.
1950cc, petrol engine.
1972 MG B, UPP 368L
Image taken at Classic Cars in the Car Park, The Cock Horse, Detling, on 20th July, 2024.
First registered 6th June 1973.
1950cc, petrol engine.
First registered 6th June 1973.
1950cc, petrol engine.
1973 MG MGB, DBP 542L
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 26th March 1973.
3528cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 26th March 1973.
3528cc petrol engine.
1973 MG MGB, DBP 542L
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 26th March 1973.
3528cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 26th March 1973.
3528cc petrol engine.
1973 MG MGB, DBP 542L
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 26th March 1973.
3528cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 26th March 1973.
3528cc petrol engine.
1974 MG B, VGP 609M
Image taken at Prestcott Hill Climb 14th May, 2023.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered 3rd July 1974.
1798cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered 3rd July 1974.
1798cc petrol engine.
1974 MG B V8, KLM 873N
Image taken at Wrotham Classic Transport Rally on 25th June, 2023.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered 7th July 1995.
3532cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered 7th July 1995.
3532cc petrol engine.
1975 MG BGT, KTU 407N
Image taken at Prestcott Hill Climb 14th May, 2023.
First registered 17th December 1975.
1798cc petrol engine.
First registered 17th December 1975.
1798cc petrol engine.
1975 MG B GT, KTU 407N - on the hill.
Image taken at Prestcott Hill Climb 14th May, 2023.
First registered 17th February 1975.
1798cc petrol engine.
First registered 17th February 1975.
1798cc petrol engine.
1975 MG B GT, KTU 407N - on the hill.
Image taken at Prestcott Hill Climb 14th May, 2023.
First registered 17th February 1975.
1798cc petrol engine.
First registered 17th February 1975.
1798cc petrol engine.
1975 MG GT V8, SAJ 683N
Image taken at The Great British Car Journey Museum on 15th May 2023.
There are no DVLA records available to show date of registration nor vehicle details.
The museum board states this vehicle has only covered 5,000 miles.
There are no DVLA records available to show date of registration nor vehicle details.
The museum board states this vehicle has only covered 5,000 miles.
1975 MG BGT, LFW 866P
Image taken at Wrotham Classic Transport Rally on 25th June, 2023.
First registered 1st September, 1975.
1798cc petrol engine.
First registered 1st September, 1975.
1798cc petrol engine.
1978 MG B, RKH 665T
Image taken at Faversham Festival of Transport on 21st May, 2023.
First registered on 4th October 1978.
1798cc petrol engine.
First registered on 4th October 1978.
1798cc petrol engine.
1978 MG B, RKH 665T
Image taken at Faversham Festival of Transport on 21st May, 2023.
First registered on 4th October 1978.
1798cc petrol engine.
First registered on 4th October 1978.
1798cc petrol engine.
1979 MG MGB, HDU 222V
Image taken at Warwick Classic Car Show, Town Square, Warwick on 15th August 2021.
Vehicle first registered 1st August 1979.
1798cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered 1st August 1979.
1798cc petrol engine.
1980
1981 MG BGT, NKO 610W
Image taken at Prestcott Hill Climb 14th May, 2023.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered 1st January 1981.
1798cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered 1st January 1981.
1798cc petrol engine.
1985 MG Metro 6R4
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024. Vehicle is not registered.
2991cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Clubman specification rally car
One of the most spectacular MG cars ever built, the 6R4 had only a superficial relationship with the standard MG Metro car. It was developed for Austin Rover by Williams Grand Prix Engineering. 6R4 stood for 6 cylinder, rear engine, four-wheel drive.
The 6R4 was built to comply with the international Group B 'silhouette' regulations for rally cars in the 1980's and is fitted with a purpose-built V6 four overhead cm 24-valve engine. This is mounted behind the seats and drives all four wheels via a five-speed gearbox and a Ferguson-Formula viscous coupling epicyclic central differential, giving a 35/65% front/rear torque split.
Together with Austin Rover Motorsport's own 'works' team, two hundred 6R4 'Clubman' cars were built to comply with homologation requirements, with a modest 250bhp - the full 6R4 Group B specification had 410bhp. Even in Clubman guise, from a standing start 60mph could be reached in 4.3 seconds.
The 6R4 project was first revealed in February 1984 and scored its first rallying victory at the Gwynedd Rally of March 1985. Sadly, the 6R4 was not sufficiently developed to reach its potential before Group B regulations changed to abolish the class for these exotic machines.
Engine V6 cyl. 2991cc. Top speed: not quoted. Power: 250bhp. Coachwork: rally car. Price new: not quoted. Registration Mark: none.
2991cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Clubman specification rally car
One of the most spectacular MG cars ever built, the 6R4 had only a superficial relationship with the standard MG Metro car. It was developed for Austin Rover by Williams Grand Prix Engineering. 6R4 stood for 6 cylinder, rear engine, four-wheel drive.
The 6R4 was built to comply with the international Group B 'silhouette' regulations for rally cars in the 1980's and is fitted with a purpose-built V6 four overhead cm 24-valve engine. This is mounted behind the seats and drives all four wheels via a five-speed gearbox and a Ferguson-Formula viscous coupling epicyclic central differential, giving a 35/65% front/rear torque split.
Together with Austin Rover Motorsport's own 'works' team, two hundred 6R4 'Clubman' cars were built to comply with homologation requirements, with a modest 250bhp - the full 6R4 Group B specification had 410bhp. Even in Clubman guise, from a standing start 60mph could be reached in 4.3 seconds.
The 6R4 project was first revealed in February 1984 and scored its first rallying victory at the Gwynedd Rally of March 1985. Sadly, the 6R4 was not sufficiently developed to reach its potential before Group B regulations changed to abolish the class for these exotic machines.
Engine V6 cyl. 2991cc. Top speed: not quoted. Power: 250bhp. Coachwork: rally car. Price new: not quoted. Registration Mark: none.
1985 MG Metro 6R4
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024. Vehicle is not registered.
2991cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Clubman specification rally car
One of the most spectacular MG cars ever built, the 6R4 had only a superficial relationship with the standard MG Metro car. It was developed for Austin Rover by Williams Grand Prix Engineering. 6R4 stood for 6 cylinder, rear engine, four-wheel drive.
The 6R4 was built to comply with the international Group B 'silhouette' regulations for rally cars in the 1980's and is fitted with a purpose-built V6 four overhead cm 24-valve engine. This is mounted behind the seats and drives all four wheels via a five-speed gearbox and a Ferguson-Formula viscous coupling epicyclic central differential, giving a 35/65% front/rear torque split.
Together with Austin Rover Motorsport's own 'works' team, two hundred 6R4 'Clubman' cars were built to comply with homologation requirements, with a modest 250bhp - the full 6R4 Group B specification had 410bhp. Even in Clubman guise, from a standing start 60mph could be reached in 4.3 seconds.
The 6R4 project was first revealed in February 1984 and scored its first rallying victory at the Gwynedd Rally of March 1985. Sadly, the 6R4 was not sufficiently developed to reach its potential before Group B regulations changed to abolish the class for these exotic machines.
Engine V6 cyl. 2991cc. Top speed: not quoted. Power: 250bhp. Coachwork: rally car. Price new: not quoted. Registration Mark: none.
2991cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Clubman specification rally car
One of the most spectacular MG cars ever built, the 6R4 had only a superficial relationship with the standard MG Metro car. It was developed for Austin Rover by Williams Grand Prix Engineering. 6R4 stood for 6 cylinder, rear engine, four-wheel drive.
The 6R4 was built to comply with the international Group B 'silhouette' regulations for rally cars in the 1980's and is fitted with a purpose-built V6 four overhead cm 24-valve engine. This is mounted behind the seats and drives all four wheels via a five-speed gearbox and a Ferguson-Formula viscous coupling epicyclic central differential, giving a 35/65% front/rear torque split.
Together with Austin Rover Motorsport's own 'works' team, two hundred 6R4 'Clubman' cars were built to comply with homologation requirements, with a modest 250bhp - the full 6R4 Group B specification had 410bhp. Even in Clubman guise, from a standing start 60mph could be reached in 4.3 seconds.
The 6R4 project was first revealed in February 1984 and scored its first rallying victory at the Gwynedd Rally of March 1985. Sadly, the 6R4 was not sufficiently developed to reach its potential before Group B regulations changed to abolish the class for these exotic machines.
Engine V6 cyl. 2991cc. Top speed: not quoted. Power: 250bhp. Coachwork: rally car. Price new: not quoted. Registration Mark: none.
1985 MG EX-E Prototype Series
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle is not registered.
Vehicle is not registered.
1985 MG EX-E Prototype Series
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle is not registered.
Vehicle is not registered.
1985 MG EX-E Prototype Series
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle is not registered.
Vehicle is not registered.
1989 MG Montego EFi, F621 AOP
Image taken at The Great British Car Journey Museum on 15th May 2023.
First registered 17th March 1989.
1994cc petrol engine.
First registered 17th March 1989.
1994cc petrol engine.
1989 MG Montego EFi, F621 AOP
Image taken at The Great British Car Journey Museum on 15th May 2023.
First registered 17th March 1989.
1994cc petrol engine.
First registered 17th March 1989.
1994cc petrol engine.
1990
1990 MG Metro, G992 HOX
Image taken at The Great British Car Journey Museum on 15th May 2023.
First registered 12th June 1990.
1275cc petrol engine.
This example has just 399 recorded miles.
First registered 12th June 1990.
1275cc petrol engine.
This example has just 399 recorded miles.
1990 MG Metro, G992 HOX
Image taken at The Great British Car Journey Museum on 15th May 2023.
First registered 12th June 1990.
1275cc petrol engine.
This example has just 399 recorded miles.
First registered 12th June 1990.
1275cc petrol engine.
This example has just 399 recorded miles.
1990 MG Metro, G992 HOX
Image taken at The Great British Car Journey Museum on 15th May 2023.
First registered 12th June 1990.
1275cc petrol engine.
This example has just 399 recorded miles.
First registered 12th June 1990.
1275cc petrol engine.
This example has just 399 recorded miles.
1994 MG RV8, M91 XPP
Image taken at Aylesford Friars Classic Car Show, Kent, on 11th September, 2022.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 21st July 1998.
3940cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 21st July 1998.
3940cc petrol engine.
1994 MG RV8, M91 XPP
Image taken at Aylesford Friars Classic Car Show, Kent, on 11th September, 2022.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 21st July 1998.
3940cc petrol engine.
DVLA records show the vehicle was first registered 21st July 1998.
3940cc petrol engine.
1995 MG RV8, M118 ONH
Image taken at Wrotham Classic Transport Rally on 25th June, 2023.
First registered 1st April, 1995.
3940cc petrol engine.
The MGR (Rover) V8 3943cc, 192 BHP. Approximately 1,983 were made from 1993 to 1995 at the Cowley Works in Oxford, when MG and Rover joined together. The chassis or underframe of this car is from the MGB GT. The Autocar, road tested top speed of the RV8 was 137mph, 0 - 60mph in circa 6 seconds. The Rover V8 engine is one of the cleanest in the world. The engine came straight across from the Landrover Discovery and Range Rover production line. This car was exported to Japan in 1995 and came back to Britain in 2006. This car has air con for the Japanese market. All RV8's that stayed in Britain had front fog lights in place of the air intakes.
RV8 colours: Black, British Racing Green, Caribbean Blue, Nightfire Red, White Gold; with optional colours at extra cost - Le Mans Green, Old English White, Oxford Blue, and Woodcote Green.
The price from new in 1993 was £26,772.
Of the 2,000 hand built in Britain, two were crash tested, 372 (approx.) are on the road, 165 (approx.) are off the road, the remaining 1,446 (approx.) are overseas. There were 17 pre-production cars making a total of 2,000.
First registered 1st April, 1995.
3940cc petrol engine.
The MGR (Rover) V8 3943cc, 192 BHP. Approximately 1,983 were made from 1993 to 1995 at the Cowley Works in Oxford, when MG and Rover joined together. The chassis or underframe of this car is from the MGB GT. The Autocar, road tested top speed of the RV8 was 137mph, 0 - 60mph in circa 6 seconds. The Rover V8 engine is one of the cleanest in the world. The engine came straight across from the Landrover Discovery and Range Rover production line. This car was exported to Japan in 1995 and came back to Britain in 2006. This car has air con for the Japanese market. All RV8's that stayed in Britain had front fog lights in place of the air intakes.
RV8 colours: Black, British Racing Green, Caribbean Blue, Nightfire Red, White Gold; with optional colours at extra cost - Le Mans Green, Old English White, Oxford Blue, and Woodcote Green.
The price from new in 1993 was £26,772.
Of the 2,000 hand built in Britain, two were crash tested, 372 (approx.) are on the road, 165 (approx.) are off the road, the remaining 1,446 (approx.) are overseas. There were 17 pre-production cars making a total of 2,000.
1998 MG EX255, speed record car
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle is not registered.
4797cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
In 1959 Phil Hill set the record for the fastest MG at 254.91mph in MG EX181. To coincide with the 50th Speed Week at Bonneville in 1998, MG set a goal to break that record, which hadn't been beaten in nearly 40 years. MG designed EX255, a streamliner based on the MGF shape, built on a steel tube spaceframe.
The special bodywork, built by Mayflower of Coventry, uses standard MGF parts for the doors and front wings but other panels are made from carbon fibre. The engine, engineered by Janspeed and based on the faithful Rover V8, is mounted behind the driver, who changes gear using a 6-speed sequential system. EX255 rolls on special tyres, designed for very high speeds and is stopped by uprated disc brakes and two parachutes.
The driver was Andy Green, who has piloted Thrust SSC to a world land speed record of 763.035mph. Under EX255's small canopy, Andy sat in an alloy seat designed specifically for him.
Initially EX255 was supercharged but this proved unreliable and the record attempt was abandoned until 1999. The car returned to Bonneville, this time with a more reliable twin-turbocharged engine but problems with the clutch meant the team ran out of time again and EX181's 1959 record remained.
Engine: V8 cyl. 4797cc. Top speed 255+ mph (410kph). Power: 960bhp. Coachwork: record car. Price new: not quoted. Registration mark: none.
Vehicle is not registered.
4797cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
In 1959 Phil Hill set the record for the fastest MG at 254.91mph in MG EX181. To coincide with the 50th Speed Week at Bonneville in 1998, MG set a goal to break that record, which hadn't been beaten in nearly 40 years. MG designed EX255, a streamliner based on the MGF shape, built on a steel tube spaceframe.
The special bodywork, built by Mayflower of Coventry, uses standard MGF parts for the doors and front wings but other panels are made from carbon fibre. The engine, engineered by Janspeed and based on the faithful Rover V8, is mounted behind the driver, who changes gear using a 6-speed sequential system. EX255 rolls on special tyres, designed for very high speeds and is stopped by uprated disc brakes and two parachutes.
The driver was Andy Green, who has piloted Thrust SSC to a world land speed record of 763.035mph. Under EX255's small canopy, Andy sat in an alloy seat designed specifically for him.
Initially EX255 was supercharged but this proved unreliable and the record attempt was abandoned until 1999. The car returned to Bonneville, this time with a more reliable twin-turbocharged engine but problems with the clutch meant the team ran out of time again and EX181's 1959 record remained.
Engine: V8 cyl. 4797cc. Top speed 255+ mph (410kph). Power: 960bhp. Coachwork: record car. Price new: not quoted. Registration mark: none.
1998 MG EX255, speed record car
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 9th August, 2024.
Vehicle is not registered.
4797cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
In 1959 Phil Hill set the record for the fastest MG at 254.91mph in MG EX181. To coincide with the 50th Speed Week at Bonneville in 1998, MG set a goal to break that record, which hadn't been beaten in nearly 40 years. MG designed EX255, a streamliner based on the MGF shape, built on a steel tube spaceframe.
The special bodywork, built by Mayflower of Coventry, uses standard MGF parts for the doors and front wings but other panels are made from carbon fibre. The engine, engineered by Janspeed and based on the faithful Rover V8, is mounted behind the driver, who changes gear using a 6-speed sequential system. EX255 rolls on special tyres, designed for very high speeds and is stopped by uprated disc brakes and two parachutes.
The driver was Andy Green, who has piloted Thrust SSC to a world land speed record of 763.035mph. Under EX255's small canopy, Andy sat in an alloy seat designed specifically for him.
Initially EX255 was supercharged but this proved unreliable and the record attempt was abandoned until 1999. The car returned to Bonneville, this time with a more reliable twin-turbocharged engine but problems with the clutch meant the team ran out of time again and EX181's 1959 record remained.
Engine: V8 cyl. 4797cc. Top speed 255+ mph (410kph). Power: 960bhp. Coachwork: record car. Price new: not quoted. Registration mark: none.
Vehicle is not registered.
4797cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
In 1959 Phil Hill set the record for the fastest MG at 254.91mph in MG EX181. To coincide with the 50th Speed Week at Bonneville in 1998, MG set a goal to break that record, which hadn't been beaten in nearly 40 years. MG designed EX255, a streamliner based on the MGF shape, built on a steel tube spaceframe.
The special bodywork, built by Mayflower of Coventry, uses standard MGF parts for the doors and front wings but other panels are made from carbon fibre. The engine, engineered by Janspeed and based on the faithful Rover V8, is mounted behind the driver, who changes gear using a 6-speed sequential system. EX255 rolls on special tyres, designed for very high speeds and is stopped by uprated disc brakes and two parachutes.
The driver was Andy Green, who has piloted Thrust SSC to a world land speed record of 763.035mph. Under EX255's small canopy, Andy sat in an alloy seat designed specifically for him.
Initially EX255 was supercharged but this proved unreliable and the record attempt was abandoned until 1999. The car returned to Bonneville, this time with a more reliable twin-turbocharged engine but problems with the clutch meant the team ran out of time again and EX181's 1959 record remained.
Engine: V8 cyl. 4797cc. Top speed 255+ mph (410kph). Power: 960bhp. Coachwork: record car. Price new: not quoted. Registration mark: none.
2000 Onwards
2000 MG F, W253 UAL
Image taken at Faversham Festival of Transport on 21st May, 2023.
First registered on 22nd March 2000
1796cc petrol engine.
First registered on 22nd March 2000
1796cc petrol engine.
2000 MG F, W253 UAL
Image taken at Faversham Festival of Transport on 21st May, 2023.
First registered on 22nd March 2000
1796cc petrol engine.
First registered on 22nd March 2000
1796cc petrol engine.
2003 MG ZR, DF03 TNX
Image taken at The Great British Car Journey Museum on 15th May 2023.
First registered 4th July 2003.
1396cc petrol engine.
This example has just 5000 recorded miles.
First registered 4th July 2003.
1396cc petrol engine.
This example has just 5000 recorded miles.
2004 MG XPower SV-S, X80 SVS
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
First registered on 20th April, 2004.
4601cc petrol engine.
The information below is that which was displayed on the vehicle at the show.
The MG SV was designed under development code X80 as an up-market, high performance Gran Tourer, conceived to enhance the MG brand after years of successfully producing low cost sports and saloon cars. A total of 87 cars were produced before the collapse of MG Rover in early 2005.
This car is chassis number 111 (the first prototype being 101 and bizarrely the cars weren't produced in chassis number sequence) and is one of the four SV-S pre-production development cars produced before the collapse of MG Rover. The SV-S was to be equipped with a supercharged version of the 4.6 litre engine prepared by Rousch Engineering, improved brakes & the large rear spoiler as standard along with other detail improvements over the SV-R which it was due to replace. The model was scheduled to go into production during mid 2005.
First registered on 20th April, 2004.
4601cc petrol engine.
The information below is that which was displayed on the vehicle at the show.
The MG SV was designed under development code X80 as an up-market, high performance Gran Tourer, conceived to enhance the MG brand after years of successfully producing low cost sports and saloon cars. A total of 87 cars were produced before the collapse of MG Rover in early 2005.
This car is chassis number 111 (the first prototype being 101 and bizarrely the cars weren't produced in chassis number sequence) and is one of the four SV-S pre-production development cars produced before the collapse of MG Rover. The SV-S was to be equipped with a supercharged version of the 4.6 litre engine prepared by Rousch Engineering, improved brakes & the large rear spoiler as standard along with other detail improvements over the SV-R which it was due to replace. The model was scheduled to go into production during mid 2005.
2004 MG XPower SVS, X80 SVS
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
First registered on 20th April, 2004.
4601cc petrol engine.
The information below is that which was displayed on the vehicle at the show.
The MG SV was designed under development code X80 as an up-market, high performance Gran Tourer, conceived to enhance the MG brand after years of successfully producing low cost sports and saloon cars. A total of 87 cars were produced before the collapse of MG Rover in early 2005.
This car is chassis number 111 (the first prototype being 101 and bizarrely the cars weren't produced in chassis number sequence) and is one of the four SV-S pre-production development cars produced before the collapse of MG Rover. The SV-S was to be equipped with a supercharged version of the 4.6 litre engine prepared by Rousch Engineering, improved brakes & the large rear spoiler as standard along with other detail improvements over the SV-R which it was due to replace. The model was scheduled to go into production during mid 2005.
First registered on 20th April, 2004.
4601cc petrol engine.
The information below is that which was displayed on the vehicle at the show.
The MG SV was designed under development code X80 as an up-market, high performance Gran Tourer, conceived to enhance the MG brand after years of successfully producing low cost sports and saloon cars. A total of 87 cars were produced before the collapse of MG Rover in early 2005.
This car is chassis number 111 (the first prototype being 101 and bizarrely the cars weren't produced in chassis number sequence) and is one of the four SV-S pre-production development cars produced before the collapse of MG Rover. The SV-S was to be equipped with a supercharged version of the 4.6 litre engine prepared by Rousch Engineering, improved brakes & the large rear spoiler as standard along with other detail improvements over the SV-R which it was due to replace. The model was scheduled to go into production during mid 2005.
2004 MG XPower SVS, X80 SVS
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show on 16th July, 2023.
First registered on 20th April, 2004.
4601cc petrol engine.
The information below is that which was displayed on the vehicle at the show.
The MG SV was designed under development code X80 as an up-market, high performance Gran Tourer, conceived to enhance the MG brand after years of successfully producing low cost sports and saloon cars. A total of 87 cars were produced before the collapse of MG Rover in early 2005.
This car is chassis number 111 (the first prototype being 101 and bizarrely the cars weren't produced in chassis number sequence) and is one of the four SV-S pre-production development cars produced before the collapse of MG Rover. The SV-S was to be equipped with a supercharged version of the 4.6 litre engine prepared by Rousch Engineering, improved brakes & the large rear spoiler as standard along with other detail improvements over the SV-R which it was due to replace. The model was scheduled to go into production during mid 2005.
First registered on 20th April, 2004.
4601cc petrol engine.
The information below is that which was displayed on the vehicle at the show.
The MG SV was designed under development code X80 as an up-market, high performance Gran Tourer, conceived to enhance the MG brand after years of successfully producing low cost sports and saloon cars. A total of 87 cars were produced before the collapse of MG Rover in early 2005.
This car is chassis number 111 (the first prototype being 101 and bizarrely the cars weren't produced in chassis number sequence) and is one of the four SV-S pre-production development cars produced before the collapse of MG Rover. The SV-S was to be equipped with a supercharged version of the 4.6 litre engine prepared by Rousch Engineering, improved brakes & the large rear spoiler as standard along with other detail improvements over the SV-R which it was due to replace. The model was scheduled to go into production during mid 2005.
2004 MG XPower SVR, K99 SVR
Image taken at the NEC Classic Car Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 8th December 2004.
4996cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Registered for use as a long term loan vehicle for EVO magazine. The car was driven and evaluated by Mr Rowan Atkinson in several editions of the magazine. Rowan visited and toured the MG Sport & Raving facility in Groveley Lane, Birmingham, and collected the car in person.
There were 83 SV's made between 2003-2005. They are a steel box framed chassis with a carbon fibre body with integrated FIA spec roll cage.
They are famous for the 1,000 mile production line; the carbon fibre was manufactured in the Isle of Wight, shipped to Moderna where the body panels were made. The steel chassis was also manufactured in Moderna, Italy, by Vaccari and Bosi, where the engine and gearbox from the USA were installed. Then the car was shipped to MG Sport and Racing in Longbridge for paint and trim.
Vehicle first registered on 8th December 2004.
4996cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Registered for use as a long term loan vehicle for EVO magazine. The car was driven and evaluated by Mr Rowan Atkinson in several editions of the magazine. Rowan visited and toured the MG Sport & Raving facility in Groveley Lane, Birmingham, and collected the car in person.
There were 83 SV's made between 2003-2005. They are a steel box framed chassis with a carbon fibre body with integrated FIA spec roll cage.
They are famous for the 1,000 mile production line; the carbon fibre was manufactured in the Isle of Wight, shipped to Moderna where the body panels were made. The steel chassis was also manufactured in Moderna, Italy, by Vaccari and Bosi, where the engine and gearbox from the USA were installed. Then the car was shipped to MG Sport and Racing in Longbridge for paint and trim.
2004 MG XPower SVR, K99 SVR
Image taken at the NEC Classic Car Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 8th December 2004.
4996cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Registered for use as a long term loan vehicle for EVO magazine. The car was driven and evaluated by Mr Rowan Atkinson in several editions of the magazine. Rowan visited and toured the MG Sport & Raving facility in Groveley Lane, Birmingham, and collected the car in person.
There were 83 SV's made between 2003-2005. They are a steel box framed chassis with a carbon fibre body with integrated FIA spec roll cage.
They are famous for the 1,000 mile production line; the carbon fibre was manufactured in the Isle of Wight, shipped to Moderna where the body panels were made. The steel chassis was also manufactured in Moderna, Italy, by Vaccari and Bosi, where the engine and gearbox from the USA were installed. Then the car was shipped to MG Sport and Racing in Longbridge for paint and trim.
Vehicle first registered on 8th December 2004.
4996cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Registered for use as a long term loan vehicle for EVO magazine. The car was driven and evaluated by Mr Rowan Atkinson in several editions of the magazine. Rowan visited and toured the MG Sport & Raving facility in Groveley Lane, Birmingham, and collected the car in person.
There were 83 SV's made between 2003-2005. They are a steel box framed chassis with a carbon fibre body with integrated FIA spec roll cage.
They are famous for the 1,000 mile production line; the carbon fibre was manufactured in the Isle of Wight, shipped to Moderna where the body panels were made. The steel chassis was also manufactured in Moderna, Italy, by Vaccari and Bosi, where the engine and gearbox from the USA were installed. Then the car was shipped to MG Sport and Racing in Longbridge for paint and trim.
2004 MG TF, MG04 ATF
Image taken at Appledore Classic Vehicle Show, on 16th July 2023.
First registered 30th June, 2004.
1796cc petrol engine.
First registered 30th June, 2004.
1796cc petrol engine.
2005 MG ZT, HG05 GLJ
Image taken at Aylesford Friars Classic Car Show, Kent, on 10th September, 2023.
First registered 31st March 2005.
2497cc petrol engine.
First registered 31st March 2005.
2497cc petrol engine.
2024 MG Cyber GTS
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 10th November 2024.
Vehicle is not registered.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Electric supercar concept
This concept model is a four-seater coupe, based on the new MG Cyberster roadster, and was unveiled at 2024's Goodwood Festival of Speed. Designed by the MG Advanced Design Centre in London, it features styling cues from the MGB Roadster and a number of high-tech features, just like its stablemate the MG Cyberster.
The interior has yet to be revealed but the intention is for it to be similar to the roadster with the exception of two rear passenger seats. The roofline has been slightly raised for more headroom in the back.
This all-electric concept could boast a 500-mile (800 km) range and reach0-62 (0-100 km/h) in less than three seconds with rear-wheel drive. If launched, MG state that it would be the first electric vehicle of its kind to go on sale. Although the Cyber GTS is just a model at the moment, public reaction to it will show MG if the project is worth pursuing.
Vehicle is not registered.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Electric supercar concept
This concept model is a four-seater coupe, based on the new MG Cyberster roadster, and was unveiled at 2024's Goodwood Festival of Speed. Designed by the MG Advanced Design Centre in London, it features styling cues from the MGB Roadster and a number of high-tech features, just like its stablemate the MG Cyberster.
The interior has yet to be revealed but the intention is for it to be similar to the roadster with the exception of two rear passenger seats. The roofline has been slightly raised for more headroom in the back.
This all-electric concept could boast a 500-mile (800 km) range and reach0-62 (0-100 km/h) in less than three seconds with rear-wheel drive. If launched, MG state that it would be the first electric vehicle of its kind to go on sale. Although the Cyber GTS is just a model at the moment, public reaction to it will show MG if the project is worth pursuing.
2024 MG Cyber GTS
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 10th November 2024.
Vehicle is not registered.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Electric supercar concept
This concept model is a four-seater coupe, based on the new MG Cyberster roadster, and was unveiled at 2024's Goodwood Festival of Speed. Designed by the MG Advanced Design Centre in London, it features styling cues from the MGB Roadster and a number of high-tech features, just like its stablemate the MG Cyberster.
The interior has yet to be revealed but the intention is for it to be similar to the roadster with the exception of two rear passenger seats. The roofline has been slightly raised for more headroom in the back.
This all-electric concept could boast a 500-mile (800 km) range and reach0-62 (0-100 km/h) in less than three seconds with rear-wheel drive. If launched, MG state that it would be the first electric vehicle of its kind to go on sale. Although the Cyber GTS is just a model at the moment, public reaction to it will show MG if the project is worth pursuing.
Vehicle is not registered.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Electric supercar concept
This concept model is a four-seater coupe, based on the new MG Cyberster roadster, and was unveiled at 2024's Goodwood Festival of Speed. Designed by the MG Advanced Design Centre in London, it features styling cues from the MGB Roadster and a number of high-tech features, just like its stablemate the MG Cyberster.
The interior has yet to be revealed but the intention is for it to be similar to the roadster with the exception of two rear passenger seats. The roofline has been slightly raised for more headroom in the back.
This all-electric concept could boast a 500-mile (800 km) range and reach0-62 (0-100 km/h) in less than three seconds with rear-wheel drive. If launched, MG state that it would be the first electric vehicle of its kind to go on sale. Although the Cyber GTS is just a model at the moment, public reaction to it will show MG if the project is worth pursuing.
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