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After owning an MG for over 15 years, and reading what I thought was everything I could find, this new version of the book is everything I expected. The writing is very informative, and the pics in the book are most enjoyable. I think this book is a must have for the MG enthusiast.

F. Wilson McComb's book is probably the best single work on the MG Car Company, Ltd. He covers in exhaustive but very readable detail the history of MGs, from Old Number One to nearly the last MGBs. McComb covers the racing efforts, from British hillclimbs to perhaps MG's greatest outright win at the Nurburgring in 1967. Copious photographs illustrate the work and the appendix provides a wealth of technical detail on each MG ever produced. A tremendous effort and a very rewarding book.

With more than 200 pages packed with more than 500 rare and unusual photos, this is the bible for the early MG lover. It was originally published in 1972, so it doesn't cover anything after that year (which seems somewhat fitting, don't you agree?) The text is good too, but it is the incredible collection of old and rare photos that make this archive so enthralling. Images of the men behind the cars, candid shots of competition scenes, photos of the Abingdon factory over many decades, and page after page after page of virtually every type of road and race car MG ever produced. It's simply awesome.

This book provides the MG enthusiast with unique insight into the workings of Abingdon in the peak years of MG's popularity. General manager Thornley takes the reader inside the workings and development of the MG through the late 40's into the 50's. A welcome addition to any MG reference collection. William Sydnor

Packed with hundreds of crisp, colorful photos and an insightful text, this is the MG history book I come back to again and again when I want my MG batteries recharged. Honestly, I'd give it more than 5 stars if I could. It's just the ticket when I'm in a dreamy mood for a REAL MG... give me a soft summer evening, a quiet English country lane, and my sweetheart next to me in one of these old 4 or 6 cylinder OHC pre-war beauties... ahh, who could ask for more? This is THE book for romantic MG lovers everywhere!

A large interesting book filled with great insights into never seen projects.  Alot of excellent pictures. And, for those of us who love MG Sports Sedans, documentation of the fact that the MG 1100 was originally to be named the MGC. A must for lovers of MGs of any era.

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.

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.

I bought this book because my first car was a 1966 MGB roadster which my mother bought new, and which she gave to me in 1980. That car is long gone, but I've recently bought another 1966 MGB to restore. I thought this book would be a good reference. Since I am primarily interested in the MGB roadster, I'll confine most of my comments to that model. There are 17 photographs of MGB roadsters in the book (i.e., that number does not include GT, MGC, or V8 variations). Of these, four are from ads or brochures leaving 13 photos of currently running cars. But these photos only represent three cars: a 1968 (2 photos), a 1970 (5 photos), and a 1980 Limited Edition (6 photos). This is hardly representative of a model that was built for 18 years!

Two dashboards are shown. One is shown next to the 1970 car, and the other next to the 1980. However both photos are of the 1980 LE. Clearly the intent was to show that starting in 1968 the cars' dashboards were padded. For whatever reason though, the author or editor has the wrong photo for the 1970 car. Before 1968, MGBs had nice crinkle-finished metal dashboards. These are not shown in the book, and in my opinion they are the best-looking dashboards of the model.

There were several changes over the years. We do get to see the early grille that was used from 1962 to 1969. And we see the 1970-1972 grille and the 1975-on rubber bumper. But the 1973-1974 grille is absent. Also not shown are the early-style (1962 to mid-1965) door handles and the various types of hood frames.

The text was a decent overview of the MGB line, but the photos did not provide enough diversity to provide useful details unless you happen to be specifically interested in the 1968 -- and especially the 1970 -- year models.

This small book also covers the rest of the marque, from its beginnings to the new (and not-available-in-the-U.S.) MGF. I found the text and photos to be informative as a general overview and enough to satisfy my curiosity about other MGs than the 'B. Would I recommend this book? I would answer a qualified "Yes." For a casual reader, or someone with a passing interest in MGs, the book is fine. For those who are looking for a complete history that shows changes within the entire run of each model, this book will not be adequate. Still, just about any book that gives more than a couple of pages to this fantastic classic sports car is worth having.

Although Mr. Heilig doesn't get much into what to look for when purchasing an MG,( I would have liked more information on what problems or benefits to look for on certain years and models) he does give a clearly written history of the MG, and for those who are considering buying one, this is as good as any place to start. I brought my first MGB over a month ago, and found a picture of my same year and color on page 61. That most of the pictures are in color was a great incentive to purchase the book, and it was affordable too.

This is a great book and a must have for anyone interested in British Sports Cars and especially MGs. It has great information , as well as great photographs.

This book has a good collection (maybe the most extensive) of MG collectible items. From advertising materials to toy cars. Its lots of fun and a good reference.

This book by Robert Bently is made up from the official drivers's manual booklet and the workshop manual. Some notes are added in bold such as additional notes and cautions. The book I have came with the car and I found it to be invalueable for rebuilding the entire engine. All important maintenance data is provided in great detail. It covers 1975 to 1978 US, California and UK models.

I thought this was an excellent book. It outlines required service intervals (it includes handy checklists), and has lots of pictures, which are very handy for a beginner like me.