Mg Made In Abingdon

Author : Bob Frampton
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1787118290
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book MG, Made in Abingdon written by Bob Frampton and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2022-01-13 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: MG was a home-grown concept that became an international success, bringing the small market town of Abingdon onto the global map. MG - Made in Abingdon recounts the inside story of the famous factory, recognising that the most important aspect of MG’s success was its team – the tea-boys and girls, the shop floor workers, the engineers and racers, the apprentices and management. From memories of the production line to recollections of racing incidents, the untold story of MG from the men and women who worked in the Abingdon factory is revealed for the first time in a book that is both nostalgic and historically important. “This is social history at its best.” (Classic Car) “The real treasure is without a doubt the stories ... a valuable piece of social history.” (Classic and Sports Car) “Opens a window on aspects of MG life that rarely get an airing in public.” (MG Enthusiast)

Author : Brian Moylan
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd.
ISBN 13 : 1845848195
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book MG’s Abingdon Factory written by Brian Moylan and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd.. This book was released on 2015-01-20 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brian Moylan started working for MG in 1950 as a mechanic in the service/repair shop. In 1955 he was drafted in to the Racing Department. which was the centre for all BMC competition work. During his time there he was fortunate enough to work on several rally winning Minis including the 1967 Monte Carlo Rally winner. Just before the factory closed in 1980 Bryan was offered the position of manager of a small satellite Morris Garages outlet. Bryan has always been involved in the MG Car Club, serving on the committee of the local Centre in various capacities. Since his retirement he has started giving slide shows on MG history and writing articles for the leading Classic Car magazines, plus three books on MG and rally connected subjects. Bryan also works closely with the Abingdon Museum setting up MG Exhibitions and is currently working towards having a permanent exhibition in the Museum.

Author : Don Hayter
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1845844602
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Don Hayter's MGB Story written by Don Hayter and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2012-11-15 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the inside story of the MG Design office, from 1956 until its closure in 1980. Explaining how the various models were drawn, planned, and developed by the small team of engineers, it also shows how the input and control changed from Morris, Wolseley, Riley Group, Austin-Morris, and Austin Rover. The effects of the Triumph-Austin merger are detailed in model changes, alongside the effects of safety legislation, mainly imposed by the United States. Trying to remain as individual as possible during this period, MG developed record breakers and a unique Competition Department. Special cars were built and tested, and prototypes for the MGB replacement were drawn up – all in parallel with the development of MG production cars using engines from any part of the BMC company. The continuing support of the American market was essential and much valued, but the company’s market support prioritised the TR7 – a decision that, ultimately, led to the closure of a successful, happy company.

Author : Philip Reckless
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780952715207
Total Pages : 33 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The MG Abingdon Touch written by Philip Reckless and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : David Knowles
Publisher : Motorbooks International
ISBN 13 : 0760383154
Total Pages : 247 pages
Book Rating : 4.55/5 ( download)

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Download or read book MG Century written by David Knowles and published by Motorbooks International. This book was released on 2024-03-12 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: MG Century, authored by marque expert David Knowles, offers a complete and richly illustrated history covering the evolution of this storied British car company.

Author : Jonathan Wood
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1787116115
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book MGB – The Illustrated History 4th Edition written by Jonathan Wood and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2018-07-27 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The MGB was Britain’s most successful ever sports car, with sales of over half a million. And the truth is, that more than three decades after production ceased, the MGB’s classic lines, affordability, fun factor and certain ‘rightness’ mean that its enthusiastic following remains undiminished. In ‘MGB: The Illustrated History’ the authors, self-confessed ‘B’ enthusiasts both, recall the remarkable history of this remarkable car. Originated with full co-operation and contributions from key members of the original design team, including John Thornley, Syd Enever, Don Hayter and Roy Brocklehurst, this book takes the reader behind the scenes at the world-famous MG factory at Abingdon, which closed its doors in 1980 with the demise of the MGB after 18 years in production. The background to the MGB roadster’s development is first recalled in the context of its immediate predecessor, the MGA, the various famous EX experimental models, and the heritage of MG as a whole. Separate chapters then follow the development, introduction and production of the GT, MGC and V8. Further chapters on the MGB’s competition successes and the RV8 complete the story. Along with a feast of colour photographs and contemporary brochure material – enough to satisfy even the most ardent MGB lover – the book also features full-colour cutaway illustrations of the three main ‘B’ variants. Copiously illustrated with contemporary colour photographs and brochure material, and featuring colour cutaway illustrations of the MGB roadster, MGC, MGB GT V8 and MG RV8, this book not only charts the production life of Britain’s best-loved sports car, but also takes the reader behind the scenes at the world-famous Abingdon factory. This long-awaited 4th edition now includes brand new illustrations of model variants and an original road test report.

Author : James Taylor
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1787117987
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Rover Cars 1945 to 2005 written by James Taylor and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2019-10-22 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive pictorial overview of Rover cars and car-derived vans covers the 60 years from 1945 to 2005. It describes and illustrates all of the great classic Rovers up to and including the SD1, and goes on to look at the models inherited from British Leyland that attracted Rover badges. It finishes with the models designed in conjunction with Honda; the later British-designed cars – and even the final City Rover. There is also consideration of some Rover models that were designed but, for various reasons, did not enter production, and can now only be seen as prototypes in museums. A title in Veloce’s popular Pictorial History series, this book describes all of the postwar models with illustrations and technical data for each.

Author : Graham Robson
Publisher : Crowood Press (UK)
ISBN 13 : 9781861261793
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book MG T-series written by Graham Robson and published by Crowood Press (UK). This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It was the 1930s-style Abingdon-built MGs that made sports car motoring available to the common man. Here, Graham Robson tells the complete story - from the initial design and development of the cars, to how many were produced and where they were sold, with full details of the specs as well as profiles of the key personalities. Illustrated throughout with both archive and specially commissioned photographs. Includes information on racing and rallying, plus a look at the T-Series today. A fresh look at these classic British sports cars.Hardcover - 7-1/2" x 9-3/4" - 192 pages - 24 color, 150 b/w

Author : John Price Williams
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1845848764
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.67/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Making MGs written by John Price Williams and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2015-08-28 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From MGA to MGF, here’s the illustrated story of how the classic MGs were built. Most of the pictures were taken at MG’s famous Abingdon factory, and show just how skilled and dedicated workers put MGs together before the advent of robot car production. More recent pictures include the MG RV8 and MGF. Concise text describes production processes and model evolution. Coverage includes factory road testing and production figures. Featured MGs include MGA, Magnette, Midget, MGB, MGC, MGB GT V8, MGF.

Author : John Price Williams
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1903706564
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The MGA written by John Price Williams and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2001-12-01 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive history of the MGA, the first British sportscar to sell more than 100,000 units and be capable of topping 100mph. Includes Le Mans prototypes, the coupe, Twin Cam, 1600 and 1600 MkII models; competition history; 'secret MGAs'; the USA success story; restoration notes, annd much more.