MGA - The Complete Story

(Paperback, New edition)

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Introduced in 1955 as a replacement for the TF Midget the MGA, hailed as the 'first of a new line', marked the beginning of MG's most successful era. It was available in both roadster and coup forms and the MGA Twin-Cam, introduced in 1958, set new standards for affordable ohc-engined sports cars. MGA The Complete Story relates the full history of this enduringly popular car. Topics covered include: complete history of all MGA versions; full technical specifications for each model; details of the cars' racing fortunes and finally, advice on buying and maintaining an MGA. AUTHOR: David Styles is a widely acclaimed automotive historian. He has won the coveted Cugnot Award from America's Society of Automotive Historians. His previous books for Crowood include MGA and Datsun Z Series which have both won the 1996 & 1997 IAMC Moto Award in the Writers' Single Make History Category respectively. 150 b/w photos

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"This informative and well-researched book covers one of the prettiest cars to have emerged from Abingdon... and provides virtually everything that a fan of the A could want." Popular Classics "This stands out for the enthusiasm which Styles brings to bear, making no secret of his high regard for the MGA." Classic Car Weekly

Author Bio

David G Styles is an award winning automotive historian. He has written many books including Aston Martin & Lagonda for Crowood.