Book Description
The illustrated inside story of the car that saved the British car industry - Austin and Rover Metro.
Author : Craig Cheetham
Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 14,39 MB
Release : 2020-11-15
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1398100943
The illustrated inside story of the car that saved the British car industry - Austin and Rover Metro.
Author : Andrew K Legg
Publisher :
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 33,34 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Automobiles
ISBN : 9781859601457
Author : Source Wikipedia
Publisher : University-Press.org
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 14,21 MB
Release : 2013-09
Category :
ISBN : 9781230577005
Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Pages: 36. Chapters: Austin Metro, MG MGB, MG F / MG TF, MG MGA, MG-Lola EX257, MG Y-type, MG T-type, MG Midget, MG Magnette, MG XPower SV, MG ZS, MG ZR, MG ZT, MG K-type, Powerplus supercharger, Magic Midget, MG 6, MG J-type, MG N-type, MG P-type, MG F-type, MG SA, MG M-type, MG 7, MG 14/28, MG VA, MG Q-type, MG C-type, MG R-type, MG L-type, MG D-type, MG 3, MG WA, MG 14/40, MG KN, MG EX-E. Excerpt: The Metro is a supermini car that was produced by the Austin Rover Group division of British Leyland and its successors. It was launched in 1980 as the Austin miniMetro. It was intended to complement the Mini, and was developed under the codename LC8. During its 18-year lifespan, the Metro wore many names: Austin Metro, MG Metro and Rover Metro. It was re-badged as the Rover 100 series in 1994. There were also van versions known as the Morris Metro and later, Metrovan. At the time of its launch, the Metro was sold as an Austin. From 1982, MG versions became available. From 1990 until its withdrawal in 1997, the Metro was sold only as a Rover. Although the new Rover 200 (introduced in 1995 and smaller than previous 200 models) had originally been designed as a replacement for the Metro, it was not marketed as such after its launch. A direct replacement in the supermini class did not arrive until 2003 with the CityRover. The Rover 100 finally ceased production in 1997, ironically being out-lived (by two years) by the original Mini it was meant to replace. On 8 October 1980, BL introduced the Austin mini Metro. It was intended as a big brother, rather than as a replacement, for the Mini, the earlier Mini replacement project, ADO88, having been replaced in late 1977 by a new project, LC8, for the development of a larger car which could compete more effectively with the successful superminis, such as the Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Chevette. Some...
Author : Jeremy Churchill
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 16,7 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Austin Mini Metro automobile
ISBN :
Author : Jeremy Churchill
Publisher :
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 49,18 MB
Release : 1992
Category :
ISBN :
Author : Jeremy Churchill
Publisher :
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 31,48 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Motor vehicle driving
ISBN : 9781850108146
Author : Ian M. Coomber
Publisher :
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 28,91 MB
Release : 1983-01-01
Category : Metro automobile
ISBN : 9780856968044
Author : A. K. Legg
Publisher :
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 21,71 MB
Release : 1981-01-01
Category : Austin Mini Metro automobile
ISBN : 9780856967184
Author : Source Wikipedia
Publisher : University-Press.org
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 19,9 MB
Release : 2013-09
Category :
ISBN : 9781230848341
Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Pages: 39. Chapters: MG vehicles, MG Cars, Austin Metro, MG MGB, Longbridge plant, MG F / MG TF, MG MGA, MG-Lola EX257, MG Midget, MG Y-type, MG T-type, MG Magnette, MG ZR, MG XPower SV, MG ZS, MG ZT, MG K-type, MG J-type, MG N-type, MG P-type, MG 3, MG F-type, MG SA, MG 7, MG VA, MG 14/28, MG Q-type, MG C-type, MG R-type, MG L-type, MG D-type, MG WA, MG 14/40, MG KN. Excerpt: The Metro is a supermini car that was produced by the Austin Rover Group division of British Leyland and its successors. It was launched in 1980 as the Austin miniMetro. It was intended to complement the Mini, and was developed under the codename LC8. During its 18-year lifespan, the Metro wore many names: Austin Metro, MG Metro and Rover Metro. It was re-badged as the Rover 100 series in 1994. There were also van versions known as the Morris Metro and later, Metrovan. At the time of its launch, the Metro was sold as an Austin. From 1982, MG versions became available. From 1990 until its withdrawal in 1997, the Metro was sold only as a Rover. Although the new Rover 200 (introduced in 1995 and smaller than previous 200 models) had originally been designed as a replacement for the Metro, it was not marketed as such after its launch. A direct replacement in the supermini class did not arrive until 2003 with the CityRover. The Rover 100 finally ceased production in 1997, ironically being out-lived (by two years) by the original Mini it was meant to replace. On 8 October 1980, BL introduced the Austin mini Metro. It was intended as a big brother, rather than as a replacement, for the Mini, the earlier Mini replacement project, ADO88, having been replaced in late 1977 by a new project, LC8, for the development of a larger car which could compete more effectively with the successful superminis, such as the Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Chevette. Some of the Mini's...
Author : David Knowles
Publisher : Motorbooks
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 12,18 MB
Release : 2024-03-12
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0760383162
Celebrate and explore 100 years of MG cars with this impressive volume featuring expert commentary, historical images, period ads, and contemporary photography. For many car enthusiasts, MG is synonymous with “sports car.” It is often credited with igniting a passion for European cars in postwar America at a time when roads were otherwise filled with the lumbering output of Detroit. In MG’s native England, the company’s cars filled roles from family transport to competition driving. MG, as we think of it today, began in the 1920s, but its roots go back even further with a young William Morris. Initially working in the booming bicycle trade, he eventually branched into motorcycle and car repair with the fledgling Morris Garage (hence, MG) in 1907. By the mid 1920s, the successful Morris Garages was in a position to begin manufacture of its own cars under the MG name. MG grew significantly in the years before World War II, building and racing its classic Midgets and Magnettes. World War II provided challenging times for the company as it did for the UK and much of the world. In the postwar period, a focus on sales outside England, and particularly in the United States, both defined MG’s product line and ensured its success. Legendary cars followed, including MG TC, TD, and TF followed by thoroughly modern MGA, MGB, MGB GT, and Midget. Magnettes and the 1100 offered options for those wanting sedans and more practical cars. MG ownership moved through a number of UK companies in the postwar period as well as ownership by BMW and today’s SAIC, a Chinese-based company through which it operates as MG Motor. Highlights along the way included the MGB GT V8, MG Metro Group B rally car, and MGF. Based on its latest state-of-the-art EV platform, MG will soon launch an all-new roadster coming full circle over its century in business. Authored by marque expert David Knowles, The MG Century: 100 Years of Safety Fast! is a fitting celebration of one of the automotive world’s oldest and most beloved brands—and a must-have for every car enthusiast.