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Triple M Yearbook 2025

Ineke Sherman — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:38:06 +0000

The ‘lead’ article this year honours the ninetieth anniversary of MG ‘s famous ladies' team at Le Mans in 1935 - “George Eyston’s ‘Dancing Daughters”. Malcolm Green describes the background to the cars, and the lady drivers, and explains how the three P Type Midgets ended up as ‘Cream Cracker’ trials cars after Le Mans. Keeping with the ninetieth anniversary theme, Jonathan Toulmin and Bryan Ditchman have provided an overview of the genesis and development of the ‘Cream Cracker’ and ‘Musketeer’ trials teams, including the Le Mans P Types, which began in 1935. And of course, the racing NE Magnettes took on trials duties in 1935 between their appearances at the Ards TT in 1934 and then again in 1935. These versatile cars, and their intriguing history, are described in Mike Edmondson’s article. Long time MG Car Club member, the late Colin Butchers came from Brighton and had accumulated a substantial amount of information on the Brighton Speed Trials. Chris Harrill has undertaken the huge task of distilling all this information into a highly readable account of Triple-M participation in the event from 1932 to 1974 – a most interesting read. The world of the famous supercharged K3 Magnettes can be somewhat confusing to outsiders, but Teifion Salisbury has set out clearly for us the current status of two much-debated cars, K3015 and K3015/2. He is able to do this with more authority than most, of course, since both of them now reside in his garage! An article by the late Mike Allison on engine paint colours – were they painted red, green or blue - would seem to settle the matter once and for all: they were red. On the technical front, the brakes on Triple-M cars are often dismissed, even in the MG literature, as just ‘cable brakes’ as though they were some sort of inferior operating system, but inferior to what? The editor makes the case that they were, in fact, truly innovative in their day and deserving of a much better press than they generally get – see Brake-By-Wire, Triple-M Style Nowadays, it’s unlikely that anyone would seriously consider fitting a Ford E93A engine into a J or a P Type Midget, but sixty years ago it was a popular conversion and an article from Practical Motorist from 1961 is reproduced (with permission) showing how to do it. Food for thought? 😄 Two articles pay tribute to past members no longer with us – John Kidder and Steve Dear – both of whom contributed significantly to the development of the Triple-M Register over the best part of half a century. The annual Register Summer Gathering, hosted by Elizabeth and Andrew Taylor, is one of the highlights of the Triple-M year and regularly attracts over fifty cars covering just about every model in the Triple-M range. This year’s report, with generous photographic coverage, shows what a great fun day it is. And to wrap up the Yearbook, as usual we have the Competition Report which gives an overview of the racing and speed events in which Triple-M cars participated throughout the year together with summary tables for the main awards. The Triple-M Register 2025 Yearbook offers much of interest for enthusiasts of cars of the prewar era - MGs and other marques alike - in a professionally presented publication, with a limited print edition. Now is the ideal time to add it to your bookshelf.

SVW Review 2026 and 2027 Calendar

Ali Khushi — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:32:58 +0000

Both SVW Review and 2027 SVW Calendar at the pre-order price of just £15 plus P&P

SWV Register Calendar 2027

Ali Khushi — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:29:17 +0000

2027 calendar featuring pictures of SVW cars. Each month carries an A4 picture of a car, the pictures chosen from over 90 sent in by owners. It opens to A3 size with each day large enough to write in your events.

SVW Review 2026

Ali Khushi — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:26:19 +0000

The SVW Review is here. It is 60 pages of news, technical and historical articles, and adverts from trade suppliers. An all-round great read and future reference.

MGB Owners Workshop Manual

Ineke Sherman — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:01:28 +0000

A Haynes Manual makes caring for your MGB (1962-1980) simple. With clear step-by-step instructions, detailed photos and expert tips, it shows you exactly how to maintain, service and repair your car at home.

From MOT checks and routine servicing to brakes, electrics and fault finding, all essential tasks and procedures are covered. Based on a full stripdown and rebuild by the Haynes workshop team, this trusted repair manual gives you the confidence to get the job done right, first time – saving money on garage bills and keeping your car running at its best.

What's Included

Step-by-step instructions based on a full stripdown and rebuild
DIY-friendly tips and techniques written by the Haynes team
A time-saving Fault Finder detailing 400+ common issues for your car
Wiring diagrams for key vehicle systems
Over 700 pictures and illustrations to make tricky jobs easier

Coverage

Petrol: Roadster & GT Coupe with 1.8 litre (BMC 'B' series)

Exclusions

Does NOT cover 3.5 litre V8 models

The MG Log

Ineke Sherman — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:07:50 +0000

This book presents "an insider's view of the making of the MG Legend, with contributions from men and women who have been associated with the car and its creator since the early days and who have provided much previously unrecorded information, together with a wealth of historic photographs, many published here for the first time. Jean Cook, Cecil Kimber's daughter, has advised at every stage of the book's preparation and has written her own personal and unique account of how the MG was born, lending many photographs from her personal album to illustrate her memories of her father."

The Magic of the Marque

Ineke Sherman — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:17:35 +0000

It was in the 1930s that the adjective 'magic' was first applied to the MG cars, and in particular to their record-breaking activities. Over the years a little of the magic of the marque has reached thousands of owners. What is the magic? Life-long MG enthusiast, restorer and writer, Mike Allison tells the story of the cars, and assesses the reasons for their huge impact on the motoring scene.

BMC Farina Cars in detail

Ineke Sherman — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:03:15 +0000

In the late 1950s, BMC commissioned Italian styling house Pinin Farina to unify the look of its expanding car range. The result was a family of neatly styled saloons that defined British roads for more than a decade. Sold under six different marques – Austin, Morris, MG, Riley, Wolseley and Vanden Plas – the BMC Farina models shared many mechanical components, but were carefully differentiated for their target markets.

From the compact Austin A40 Farina (one of Britain’s first hatchbacks) to the stately Vanden Plas Princess, these were cars for every occasion – fleet, family and formal. Today, they are prized for both their understated elegance and their importance in postwar British motoring. Despite their popularity at the time, these cars have never before been fully documented in a single volume – until now. In this richly illustrated work, renowned historian Anders Ditlev Clausager tells the complete story of the Farina cars, from design and development to production, marketing and competition. Drawing on factory records and period sources, he provides the first truly comprehensive account of these once-ubiquitous vehicles, including every model, variant and evolution across the full production run. BMC Farina Cars In Detail is the essential reference for owners, restorers and enthusiasts of these distinctive British classics.

Syd Enever The MG Man

Ineke Sherman — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:58:31 +0000

Author David Knowles

240 pages, Hardback

270mm x 210mm

Over 320 illustrations

Syd Enever was far more than just a designer – he was the quiet genius behind some of the MG Car Company’s most iconic and best-loved models. From the sleek curves of the EX 181 record car to the enduring charm of the MGA, Enever’s work helped define a golden era of British motoring and made MG synonymous with the idea of the sports car.
Beginning his career in the workshop at Morris Garages, Enever rose swiftly to prominence at the company’s Abingdon works, thanks to a rare combination of engineering instinct, design flair, and a deep understanding of what made MGs thrilling to drive. His influence stretched from road cars to racers, record cars and prototypes – a legacy built on quiet determination and technical excellence.
This long-overdue biography celebrates Enever’s life and achievements, drawing on original archive material, rare and personal photographs, and first-hand accounts. In this richly illustrated and deeply researched book, acclaimed MG historian David Knowles charts Enever’s 51-year career and his central role in shaping some of MG’s most significant models – both on the road and on the track.
Whether you’re an MG enthusiast, a fan of classic cars, or simply fascinated by the people behind the machines, Syd Enever – The MG Man offers an absorbing portrait of one of British motoring’s most influential yet under-recognised figures.

MGF and TF The Best of Safety Fast!

Ineke Sherman — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:20:28 +0000

Over the past 30 years, Safety Fast! has published and extensive collection of articles on the MGF and TR. In this bookazine, we have brought together a selection of historical, technical and general features on the MGF and TR from those pages for you to enjoy. 114 pages in colour