MG MGF and TF: Books - History and Models

MG MGF & MG TF - All models (1995-2005) - Essential Buyer's Guide

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author's years of MGF & TF ownership, learn how to spot a bad car quickly and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

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MG Z Cars

The MG Z cars were produced at a pivotal time when the MG Rover Group separated from their previous owners BMW and stood alone in the highly competitive mass car market. In this readable book, motoring journalist and Austin Rover expert Craig Cheetham reveals the inside story of the development of the range of MG Z cars that were designed to save the company. The book explores the formation of the Phoenix Corporation, the holding company for the MG Rover Group.

It also looks at the design and engineering initiatives that would make the MG Z cars more than just a clever rebranding exercise, producing cars with lasting appeal. The book describes the MG Z versions of the Rover 25, the Rover 45 and the Rover 75, providing insights into how each of the models was re-engineered to meet the demanding standards of MG's heritage.

The book reveals how, despite all these efforts, MG Rover eventually ran out of money, bringing an end the British-owned mass car industry. Complete with tips for owners and prospective buyers on what to look out for, this book is an essential guide to the MG Z cars.

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MGF and TF - The Complete Story

In the wake of the demise of the MG Midget and MGB, there seemed little prospect for the MG badge beyond being used as a kind of 'GT' badge for various Austins and Rovers.
However, thanks to the determination of a few people and an enduring affection in public hearts the tale has had a happier ending. This is the story of that journey from desolation to rebirth, just like the phoenix from which the project that created the MGF took its name.

With a deeply researched text, detailed specifications and other data, and over 300 illustration, mostly in full colour, this book by renowned motoring author and MG expert David Knowles will be a vital addition to the bookshelf of anyone with an interest in modern British sports cars.

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MGF & TF (1995-2005) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about the MG MGF and TF sports cars. Describes the 1.8I, 1.8I VVC, 1.6I, Steptronic and Cheetah, as well as the later 135 and 160.

• The articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
• Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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L'Austin Metro de mon père + MG Metro et Rover 100

Big sister of the legendary Mini, the Austin Metro was a huge European success in the 1980s. More than just a modern city car, it is also a symbol. Launched in 1980, it marked the new impetus of the British automobile industry, after years of wandering.
Ingenious, reliable, aesthetically successful, the Metro would allow the British Leyland-Austin Rover group to avoid the dreaded shipwreck and return to growth.

The arrival of MG sports models and the release of a five-door version made the Austin Metro an undeniable commercial success. This dynamic was crowned by the 6R4, an incredible four-wheel drive version, intended for rallies.
Restyled and equipped with new engines, the little Metro enjoyed a second career in the 1990s, under the name Rover 100, with a more upmarket positioning.

Its journey ended after an incredible eighteen-year career. With more than two million examples produced, the Austin Metro-Rover 100 would be one of the greatest successes of the British automobile industry of the 20th century.

• Richly illustrated, this book is dedicated to the Austin Metro cars of the years 1980-1998.
• Retraces in detail the history and evolution of the Austin Metro, MG Metro and Rover 100.
• This volume of the collection "La voiture de mon père" is not only a source of in-depth information for the owner, but also a concise guide to originality.
• The technology, variants, modifications and special versions are described in detail.
• Contains more than 200 period photos, many unpublished.

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