Covers all aspects of improving these cars for today’s road conditions, and for higher performance generally. Increased engine power, better braking, appearance and comfort improvements are all covered in detail. This updated and revised edition includes information on numerous new subjects, such as V6 engines, air-conditioning, ignition improvements, engine management, and weight reduction. There is also an individual chapter on the various engines, and, in particular, some original and unique research on (four-cylinder) cylinder head performance and comparisons.

The immensely popular MGB sports cars are described here in full detail, accompanied by carefully selected color photographs. Fully documents all four-cylinder MGB models made from 1962 to 1980, six-cylinder MGCs from 1967-69, and MGB GTV8 models 1973-76. Provides owners, enthusiasts, and potential buyers with valuable information on exactly what is 100% authentic for every model and year. Includes detailed production figures.

Covers all aspects of improving these cars for today’s conditions, and for higher performance generally; in the areas of power, braking, appearance and comfort. This updated and revised edition includes information on numerous new subjects such as V6 engines, air-conditioning, ignition improvements, engine management, and weight reduction. There is also an individual chapter on the various engines involved, and, in particular, some original and unique research on (four cylinder) cylinder head performance and comparisons.

The books in the Everyday Modifications series from Crowood are designed to guide classic car owners through the workshop skills needed to make their cars easier to use and enjoy. MG expert Roger Parker gives his advice on maintaining and modifying MGB, GT and GTV8 cars, with some additional reference to the MGC and MG RV8 models. With safety information throughout, the book covers: regulations, insurance and market value for all models; routine maintenance; body and interior changes; brakes, suspension and steering; engine improvements for the original 1798cc B-series engine and other engine alternatives and finally, installing and updating electrical equipment and lighting. A practical and instructional new guide to classic car modifications and maintenance for MG enthusiasts, illustrated with over 350 colour photographs and case studies.

This guide shows how to improve performance, braking, handling, reliability, appearance and comfort of the MGB, MGC and MGB V8 and includes step-by-step illustrated procedures.

All models of car have their own common faults and foibles as well as the general ills that can afflict all cars. This book represents the collected knowledge of many MGB experts and allows problems to be identified and assessed quickly, and then to be dealt with in the most appropriate way.