Cecil Kimber was the man behind MG. In the mid-1920s, as general manager of Morris Garage of Oxford, England, he began modifying Morris cars for a motoring clientele anxious for more than the staid and practical. His cars became the epitome of the stereotypical British sports car. Produced in 1934-35, the PA preceded the iconic T-Series of roadsters so well-known today. Its small 847cc 4-cylinder single overhead cam engine producing 36 horsepower in standard guise. Three factory-backed PAs managed by George Eyston, competed at the 24 Hours of LeMans in 1935. Known as the 'Dancing Daughters,' this pioneering all-female team finished the race in 23, 24, and 25th positions.
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The MG Model P was produced from 1934 though 1936, during that time 2499 examples were produced. It was built as a replacement for the Model J. Using the same 847 cc engine but with a new 3 bearing crank it was more refined that its Midget predecessor. It continued the basic look defined by the J type. It had a fold-flat windscreen and a wheel strapped to the back of the car. The fuel tank was....
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