MG MGF and TF: books - history and technology

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.

MGF & TF (1995-2005) - Brooklands Performance 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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MG MGF & MG TF - All models (1995-2005) - The 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!

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

Grande sœur de la mythique Mini, l'Austin Metro a connu un immense succès européen dans les années 1980. Plus qu'une simple citadine moderne, elle est aussi un symbole. Lancée en 1980, elle marque le nouvel élan de l'industrie automobile britannique, après des années d'errance.
Ingénieuse, fiable, réussie esthétiquement, la Metro va permettre au groupe British Leyland-Austin Rover d'éviter le naufrage redouté et de renouer avec la croissance.

L'arrivée de modèles sportifs MG puis la sortie d'une version à cinq portes font de l'Austin Metro une incontestable réussite commerciale. Cette dynamique est couronnée par la 6R4, une incroyable version à quatre roues motrices, destinée aux rallyes.
Restylée et équipée de nouveaux moteurs, la petite Metro connaît une seconde carrière dans les années 1990, sous le patronyme de Rover 100, avec un positionnement plus haut de gamme.

Sa route s'achève au terme d'une incroyable carrière de dix-huit ans. Avec plus de deux millions d'exemplaires produits, l'Austin Metro-Rover 100 sera un des plus beaux succès de l'industrie automobile britannique du XXe siècle.

• Richement illustré, cet ouvrage est consacré aux voitures Austin Metro des années 1980-1998.
• Retrace en détail l'historique et l'évolution de la Austin Metro, MG Metro et Rover 100.
• Ce tome de la collection "La voiture de mon père" n'est pas seulement une source d'information profonde pour le propriétaire, mais aussi un guide d'originalité concis.
• La technique, les variants, les modifications et les versions spéciales sont décrites d'une manière détaillée.
• Contient plus de 200 photos d'époque, souvent inédites.

Rover 75 and MG ZT - The Complete Story

From the moment of its launch in 1998, the Rover 75 caught the public's imagination. Here, at last, was a car that felt like traditional Rovers and had been designed in Britain.
Rover 75 and MG ZT charts the evolution of the models from the early 1990 onwards including full production histories and comprehensive specification details.

Topics covered include:
- The development and production of the Rover 75 under BMW in the 1990s
- Becoming the MG Rover Group - from BMW to Phoenix Venture Holdings
- Expanding the Rover 75 with Longbridge Rover Saloons and Tourers
- The MG models of the new millennium - the ZT and ZT-T
- Monogram 75, the five-millionth Rover
- A facelift for the cars with the new V8 engines
- Moving production to China and the end of the MG Rover Group.

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.