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409 MG TA Midget (1936) ABL 964 by Robert Knight Via Flickr: MG TA Midget (1936-39) Engine 1292cc S4 OHV Production 3003 Registration Number ABL 964 (Bedfordshire) MG SET www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623797586658... The TA arrived in 1936 minus the previous generations versatile overhead cam engines, now replaced by pushrod overhead valve units as part of the Nuffield plan for future MGs following the takeover by Morris Motors. The MPJG engine similar to that of the Wolseley Ten produced ample power, but the potential for tuning was limited by the head and porting, there was syncromesh on the top two gear ratios, 9 inch hydraulic brakes and the suspension was softer than on earlier Midgets. The TA was built on a new frame with wider track and a 94 inch wheelbase producing a car that was larger with more passenger room, larger fuel tank and a new pressed steel scuttle. Better performance than the P types but it did not make the right noises and had lost much of the Midgets sporty feel CREAM CRACKER MGs The Midget was often used by owners as a club racer, but three cars were created by the Abingdon racing department as works Trials Cars., finished in a distinctive Cream and Brown the cars became known as the Cream Crackers. Team. Diolch am 96,650,037 o olygfeydd anhygoel, mae pob un yn cael ei werthfawrogi'n fawr. Thanks for 96,650,037 amazing views, every one is greatly appreciated. Shot 07.08.2022, at the VSCC Prescott Speed Hill Climb, Prescott, Gloucestershire REF 162-409

410 MG TC Midget (1949) DTL 724 by Robert Knight Via Flickr: MG TC (1945-49) Engine 1250cc S4 OHV Production 10001 Registration Number DTL 724 (Lincoln - Kesteven) MG ALBUM www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623797586658... The TC Midget was the first post war MG launched in 1945. It was quite similar to the pre-war TB, sharing the same 1,250 cc push rod engine with a slightly increased compression, producing 54.5bhp with several option stages of increased tuning. Only ever built in RHD form, though many were exported to the USA, American cars came with smaller US specification sealed beam head lights and larger twin rear lights, as well as turn signals and chrome-plated front and rear bumpers.. The TCs body has around 4 inches wider body than the Pre-war TB with a wider cockpit, but with a narrower running boards the cars have the same overall width. 10,001 TCs were produced, from September 1945 (chassis number TC0251) to Nov. 1949 (chassis number TC10251), more than any previous MG model. It cost £527 on the home market in 1947. Diolch am 96,650,037 o olygfeydd anhygoel, mae pob un yn cael ei werthfawrogi'n fawr. Thanks for 96,650,037 amazing views, every one is greatly appreciated. Shot 07.08.2022, at the VSCC Prescott Speed Hill Climb, Prescott, Gloucestershire REF 162-410

270 Morris Eight (Series 1) 2 door Saloon (1936) VY 8367 by Robert Knight Via Flickr: Morris Eight Series 1 (1935-37) Engine 918cc S4 SV Production 164000 (all types) Registration Number VY 8367 (York) MORRIS ALBUM www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623690377489... Morris' big seller of the 1930's and the model that turned the company around. The engine is a Morris copy of the Ford 8hp unit, but improved in detail, with a three bearing crank, mated to a three speed gearbox. The series I designation was used from June 1935 in line with other Morris models, cars made before this are known as pre-series although the official Morris Motors designation was by the model year even though they were introduced in October 1934 The attractive body also closely resembled the Ford, the Tourer sold for £ 120 when new and helped the Eight capture the public imagination with 20,000 sales. From Summer 1933 the cars were updated with Hardy-Spicer Universal Joints replacing fabric joints. In September 1934 the bare chassis was offered for £95, For buyers of complete cars prices ranged from £118 for the basic two-seater to £142 for the four door saloon while sunshine roof and leather seats, with bumpers and indicators £2 10 shillings (£2.50) extra. The Series 2 of 1938 incorporated cosmetic changes to keep the Eight in line with the Norris family , painted radiator shells, Easiclean wheels and bodies now in a single colour, but still with black wings unlike other 1938 Morris cars. The Series II stuck with the same running gear as before but remained a strong seller. Diolch am 94,620,877 o olygfeydd anhygoel, mae pob un yn cael ei werthfawrogi'n fawr. Thanks for 94,620,877 amazing views, every one is greatly appreciated. Shot 28.05.2022 at Smallwood Steam Rally. Cheshire REF 160-270