The MGB Roadster is an icon in the world of British sports cars, but its hard-topped brother, the GT, never quite garnered the same love here in the States. It’s a shame, as they are a fantastic sports car… more»
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14 Year Stalled Restoration: 1935 MG PA
Determining exactly which car was the “first” sportscar can lead to a very heated argument. While the search begins before World War II, it may come down to your definition of what a sportscar is. Should gobs of horsepower… more»
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Real or Replica? 1951 MG TD
Nearly every example of MG’s venerable TD model seems to have found a way to survive until today. It is also true that the umpteen millions of MG TD replicas, all believed to be on VW Beetle chassis, have… more»
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Ready to Roll: 1974 MGB GT
While the MGB roadster hogged the limelight, the pretty Pininfarina-designed GT was the workaholic of the family. Introduced four years after the roadster, the GT was originally designed at Abingdon to satisfy customers who wanted a less noisy, more… more»
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BF Auction: 1976 MGB Roadster
The MGB doesn’t have the highest top speed or go from zero to sixty incredibly fast, but it’s about as pure a sports car experience as you can get. It’s simple, attractive, durable, and, most importantly, fun! There’s a… more»
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Runs and Drives: 1952 MG TD
For several reasons, classic post-war British sports cars can represent excellent first project candidates. The engineering and construction techniques mean that they are easy to disassemble and bolt back together. They are also generally fairly affordable, a significant consideration… more»
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Dry Stored 24 Years: 1954 MG TF Roadster
We’ve seen a recent influx of classic British sports cars at Barn Finds, with some showing greater promise than others. This 1954 MG TF is one of the better examples of a project candidate. It has been dry-stored since… more»
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Blown Brit: Supercharged 1952 MG TD
Classic British sports cars enjoyed a well-earned reputation for providing an engaging driving experience. However, with many featuring engines from a humble background, power and torque figures are typically modest. This 1952 MG TD goes some way towards addressing… more»
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Assembly Required: 1954 MG TF with MGB Engine
I’m not a fan of engine transplants unless absolutely necessary, but this 1954 MG TF has a devil-may-care vibe that fired my imagination. The blend of straight sheet metal and worn paint is attractive. The generous display of car… more»
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Garage Find: 1969 MGB GT
As far as British sports cars go, the MGB GT might be the most practical of choices. With a Pininfarina-styled roof and hatchback practicality, there’s nothing that says you can’t daily drive your new find once you get it… more»
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Rebuilt Engine: 1959 MG MGA Project
The MGA, which replaced the MG TF 1500 Midget, was one of MG’s most successful cars with sales of more than 100,000 units between 1955 and 1962. As was often the case, the export market was a huge one… more»
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Inexpensive Sports Car Fun: 1963 MG Midget
It may not reach the frenzied heights of America’s Ford v. Chevy battle, but I’ve always felt that there was a Midget v. Spitfire undercurrent in the British Sports Car world. Maybe I’m just imagining it, but either way,… more»
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Custom Project: 1959 MG MGA
While some enthusiasts tackle a project build with a focus on originality, others are open to customization. If you fall into the second category, you may find this 1959 MG MGA irresistible. Its changes are more than skin deep,… more»
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Budget Brit: 1975 MG Midget Mark IV
This Mk IV Midget was made the same year that the UK government nationalized British Leyland, turning it into a ward of the state. Five years later, after spending the equivalent of $22 billion in taxpayer funds to support… more»
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Cheap Project: 1958 MG MGA Roadster
It is often said that we get what we pay for, which seems to be the case with this 1958 MG MGA Roadster. It requires a lot of work before it graces our roads again, but the seller’s price… more»
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1967 MGB With Rare “Ashley” Top
When MG felt it was on to something, they tended to stick with it. That’s why the MGB is one of the top-selling sports cars of all time – it’s the quintessential LBC (Little British Car). Since it looked… more»
