MGB The Complete Story

2nd hand hardback, good condition.

Born into the Thai royal family with a thirst for adrenaline and adventure, Prince Birabongse Bhanudej (1914-1985, nom de course B. Bira) was a successful racing driver as well as a pilot and sailor. “Though Bira is best remembered for his Formula 1 career and his participation in the sport’s first ever grand prix, it was in his pre-war racing that the Thai prince truly excelled. Motorsport at this time was a far more amateur affair, with wealthy men (and indeed the odd woman) lavishing money on loud, expensive and very dangerous machines to race on tracks and public roads. While there were professionals on the scene representing major manufacturers, there were many more drivers who raced for the sheer excitement and had no thought of ever making money from the sport. Bira was among them. And he was among the best of them. In 1935, his debut year of competition, the 21-year-old prince finished second at both the Grand Prix de Dieppe and Berne. The following year he won the Coupe Prince Rainier – a support event to the Monaco Grand Prix – as well as the JCC International Trophy, Grand Prix de Picardie, and Albi Grand Prix” (Weeks).

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.

Written from hands-on experience gained from the complete strip-down and rebuild of an MGB in our project workshop, this manual can help you understand, care for and repair your MGB. We do it ourselves to help you do-it-yourself, and whatever your mechanical ability, practical step-by-step explanations, linked to over 900 photos, will help you get the job done right. Regular servicing and maintenance of your MGB can help its resale value, save you money and make it safer to drive.

2nd hand hard cover, GOOD condition, published 1990

The MGB was the most successful British sports car of all time, selling more than half a million examples over a production life of eighteen years. It has always represented fun driving at realistic prices, and remains well within reach of the average motorist today. The complete story of the B is set firmly in the context of the MG company’s eventful history, and there are new insights into the personalities and politics behind the development of Britain’s most popular sports car. Contains numerous specially-commissioned photographs, technical analyses, driving impressions and practical information on buying and owning a MGB.