In the 1930s, MG made the sports car available to thousands of motorists. Introduced in 1936, the T-Series carried that accessibility one step further by becoming a bestseller on both sides of the Atlantic. This history of the MG T-Series looks back at the design and development of the cars while profiling the key personalities that made them happen.
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In the 1930s MG, more than any other make of car, made sports car motoring available to thousands. Introduced in 1936, the T-Series carried the process forward another stage, turning MG into a bestseller both in the USA and the UK and laying the foundations for the MGAs, MGBs and Midgets. Topics covered include: background to T-series design and development; profiles of key personalities; record breaking, racing and rallying; detailed specifications of each model; production numbers and the T-Series today.
About the Author
Graham Robson has had a long career in the motor industry. He is an independent writer, historian and broadcaster and can often be seen commentating at events around the UK. He has written over 100 books, including several Crowood AutoClassics, among them Austin Healey 100-3000 Series and Alfa-Romeo Sporting Coups.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent T-series reference and history book,
By John M.Farrier (Spearfish, SD United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: MG T-Series: The Complete Story (Crowood Auto Classics) (Hardcover)
Graham Robson does it again with this well illustrated history of the T-series MG's. He provides interesting insight into the development of the line-- a very good read.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good Introduction,
By Matthew Wilson (New York) - See all my reviews
This review is from: MG T-Series: The Complete Story (Crowood Auto Classics) (Hardcover)
This is a good introduction to the T series. I bought it as I'm starting to think of my next restoration project after I finish my Land Rover. I suppose for someone just looking for the design and development of the series, this is a great read. I was looking for something a little more technical. But as I didn't really know much about the series before the read, it was a good primer.The photos in the volume are great and the few pages of color in the middle really make the book stand out. It sure was a fast read though.
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The first car I ever saw competing in a rally was an MG TD Midget. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
separate steel chassis frame, hood erect, facia panel, steel disc wheels, trials cars, rolling chassis, open sports car, independent front suspension, internal ratios, gearbox ratios, spiral bevel, chassis number, wiper motor, rear axle ratio, rear drums Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Len Lord, Cecil Kimber, The Autocar, John Thornley, Lord Nuffield, Morris Bodies, Morris Motors, Morris Minor, North America, Syd Enever, George Phillips, Magna Press, Morris Engines, Nuffield Organization, World War, Dick Jacobs, Jowett Jupiter, Hubert Charles, Safety Fast, William Morris, Alec Issigonis, Cecil Cousins, M-Type Midget, Morris Garages, Car Club New!
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The first car I ever saw competing in a rally was an MG TD Midget. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
separate steel chassis frame, hood erect, facia panel, steel disc wheels, trials cars, rolling chassis, open sports car, independent front suspension, internal ratios, gearbox ratios, spiral bevel, chassis number, wiper motor, rear axle ratio, rear drums Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Len Lord, Cecil Kimber, The Autocar, John Thornley, Lord Nuffield, Morris Bodies, Morris Motors, Morris Minor, North America, Syd Enever, George Phillips, Magna Press, Morris Engines, Nuffield Organization, World War, Dick Jacobs, Jowett Jupiter, Hubert Charles, Safety Fast, William Morris, Alec Issigonis, Cecil Cousins, M-Type Midget, Morris Garages, Car Club New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Classics in Colour: Land Rover by James Taylor in Front Matter
- Lotus Elise: The Complete Story (Crowood Autoclassic) by John Tipler in Front Matter
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