Inside the Octagon 2
MG: 1946-1980
by Roadster Productions Inc.
Approximately 86 minutes, Color -- DVD 2008
Once World War II was over, MG Car Company hurried back into car production with the MG TC. Stel was rationed, and England needed an infusion of foreigh currency. The MG Car Company turned to the export markets, and a decades-long love affair began between America and the little British sports car.
From cars based on pre-war designs to the futuristic Roaring Raindrop and the beloved MGB, MGs were synonymous with fun and excitement until the end came in 1980 when British Leyland closed the MG factory in England.
But the demolition of the long-time home of MGS wasn't the end of the story as enthusiasts around the world kept the marquealive after the company closed.
