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Harry Lester his cars & The Monkey Stable
Garage owner and expert tuner of MG cars, Harry Lester was one of the more successful sports car competitors in the late 1940s and early 1950s. In 1949 he designed and built his own car, with a rigid tubular chassis, lightweight aluminium body and utilising the favoured engine of many club racers of the time, the XPAG unit from the MGTC. So successful was the car in his hands that a trio of wealthy young amateur racers decided to form a team and commissioned him to build them a car each, plus a spare. They called themselves “The Monkey Stable” and enjoyed much success in their first year, 1952, a highlight being winning the team prize at the first 9 hours race at Goodwood. In subsequent years their fortunes changed, as did their cars, going to Kieft MGs in 1953,then back to Lesters in 1955. In the interim, the Monkey Stable drivers twice drove for the Bristol team at Le Mans, and one of their number, Pat Griffith, briefly became a works driver for Aston Martin, partnering Peter Collins in a number of long-distance events. It all ended in tragedy, however, when team founder Jim Mayers was killed at Dundrod in the 1955 TT race, only weeks after another team member, Mike Keen, had crashed fatally at Goodwood. Never before published in its entirety, this is the story of Harry Lester and his cars, together with the exploits of The Monkey Stable during their brief but significant racing career.
The story is told by Stewart Penfound, MG enthusiast and owner of one of the last of the Lester MGs made. Containing much previously unseen material from both Harry Lester’s and The Monkey Stable’s archives it is a story as much about the characters as the cars and is a significant addition to the record of motor racing immediately after the end of the Second World War.
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RENEWAL – International Joint Membership
Joint Membership Renewal to the MG Car Club.
As well as twelve issues of our award winning Safety Fast! magazine, and becoming a member of your local Centre and Register for your MG(s), MG Car Club membership can save you money on insurance, tickets, parts and much, much more.
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SVW Wiring Diagram for VA
This wiring diagram use the correct colours and are much easier to follow than the B&W diagrams in the workshop manuals.
They are A3 in size, large enough to be read comfortably, and are laminated so your oily finger marks will wipe off.
They are based upon the original wiring diagrams
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SVW Reproduction VA Sales Brochure
In response to demand we have produced another run of these very high quality reproductions of original sales brochures, the WA, the SA and the VA.
As before all copiously illustrated, with detailed descriptions of the models. The VA brochure is printed in black and white.
If you haven’t got, can’t get, or can’t afford the original versions, which are getting increasingly hard to find, these are almost as good and the centre clips aren’t rusty! They are the same size, use the same colours, and are printed on identical paper or card as the originals. So even if you purchased the last series, you might want to buy this edition to add to your collection.
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THE MGA
This book is the definitive study, for the author has gone back to factory records and to the people who worked on the car in the ‘fifties, to find out how it was conceived, manufactured and marketed. Here is the real story of the MGA’s engineering, body styling and every aspect of the car’s development and production – including MG’s strategy to beat its competitors.In seven years of production, there were major successes and sad disappointments. The MGA was the car that was “right first time” and though the Twin Cam variant was a nightmare for the factory, it is now the most sought after model.This book tells how the sleepy Thames-side village of Abingdon became a mass-production centre for the MGA, how the MGA became one of America’s best-loved sports cars and how the MGA has become one of today’s classic cars, cherished by enthusiastic owners all over the world.
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T Register TC Export Sales Brochure
TC Export Sales Brochure
This is a reproduction of the TC Sales Brochure printed for use in those countries the TC was exported to by Nuffield Exports Ltd. Measuring 8.5×10 inches, it differs from the familiar UK Brochure by having a plain cover with the contents very much internationally focused. Pages list overseas class records and competitive successes and include photos of TCs in action across Europe and the USA. However, the specification and features pages look much the same as those in the UK Brochure.
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Original MGA The Restorer’s Guide
With their strong mechanical elements, solid construction and useful performance, few classic British sports cars are quite so practical to own today as the MGAs built from 1955 to 1962. The aim of this book is to show, in words and pictures, how MGAs altered in detail through the course of production, in order to enable owners, enthusiasts and prospective purchasers to identify the parts, finishes and equipment that are correct for their car. Colour photography of outstanding specimens shows every permutation of MGA specification in remarkable detail. The MGA Restorer’s Guide is accepted by classic car owners, buyers and enthusiasts as the definitive source of advice on correct original and authentic specifications and equipment. Information has been drawn from factory records, parts lists and catalogues, as well as the accumulated knowledge of the most respected restorers.
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New Kites Print
New Kites Limited Edition print.
Dimensions: 27″ x 19″ (68cm x 48cm)
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MG V8 by David Knowles
Tells the story of each MG V8 model from concept to development and production. Illustrated with 400 pictures including concept cars, design sketches and specially commissioned photography. Interviews with the original V8 design and engineering teams.
Detailed information tables of notable cars and their chassis numbers for each model, plus special editions and colour charts. Background on development and testing work on each model. Rare input and insight from many of the suppliers and specialists who helped develop the cars. Information on sales and servicing literature, production changes, product placement, celebrity stories and much more.
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MG TD / TF Buyers Guide
The essential Buyer’s Guide for the TD,TF and TF1500
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MGF and TF by Tim Morris
Launched in 1995, the MGF marked the rebirth of the classic British MG two-seater sports car. In this book, MGF enthusiast Tim Morris tells the full inside story of the development of the MGF and TF against the background of the seismic changes that were taking place in the British car industry. After the demise of the bestselling MGB and the closure of the Abingdon factory in 1980, it seemed as if the classic MG sports car had come to an end. An upgraded version of the MGB, the RV8, was introduced in the 1990s, but meanwhile designers and engineers were busy with an all-new car, which was unveiled in 1995. Developed under British Aerospace and launched under BMW ownership of the Rover Group, the MGF came under MG-Rover ownership after BMW divided the company in 2000. At this time the TF was developed and produced until the company went into administration in 2005. Here design features such as the mid-engine format and Hydragas suspension system are described, as well as the various model changes and re-designs and how the car fared against strong competition from cars such as the Mazda MX5.
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MGCC Lunch/Shopping bag
Brithish Racing Green handy jute shopping bag, 30cm
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635 Car Window sticker
Support your Register with the Window sticker for the inside of your car window
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MGB Roadster card (1972-1974)
Contemporary greeting cards are blank inside for you to write your own personal message, and include performance details of the car printed on the back.
They are 150mm x 150mm, printed on FSC certified, 300gsm smooth, matt, white board, and are cellophane wrapped with grey envelopes
https://www.gerardguild.com/ Members 10% off artwork
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Original MGB with MGC and MGB GT V8 Restorers guide
- Hardcover: 152 pages
- Publisher: Herridge & Sons Ltd
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1906133182
- ISBN-13: 978-1906133184
- Product Dimensions: 23.5 x 1.9 x 30.5 cm
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AutoArchitect
This second edition of Gerald Palmer’s autobiography is published five years after his death in 1999 and Christopher Balfour, who collaborated with Gerald on the first edition, has taken the opportunity to review the impact this talented car designer had on the motor industry and to include some photographs that were not used in the first book
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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 ‘GTi’ 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.
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NEW – European Single Membership
12 month membership of the MG Car Club.
Includes 12 copies of the MG Car Club’s award-winning magazine, Safety Fast!
Each MGCC membership lasts for 12 months from the date of joining.
Please refer to the product description below for more details on MG Car Club membership.
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Sale!
Men Casual MG Shirt
Limited stock of high quality shirts from Harvest, embroidered with the MG logo. Light Blue
Long sleeves
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Unisex MGCC Harrington Jacket
Unisex jacket, embroidered with the MG Car Club logo, in timeless design in dark forest green or black with metal zip at C.F and right chest pocket.
2 inner pockets.
Our top quality classic Harrington jacket features high quality with brushed tartan lining and scalloped back shoulder seam. The jacket has button down side pockets with elasticated cuffs and waistband and the outer is made from 65% polyester; 35% cotton with the inner 100% polyester
