PROJECT OF THE WEEK: MG METRO

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You may laugh at the concept of Metro ownership, let alone the prospect of spending time and money on a sorry specimen needing some TLC. However, they are well deserving of renovation, especially this rather tasty MG example…

Project of the Week: MG Metro

Project of the Week: MG Metro

Introduced in May 1982, a mere 18 months after considerable heartache from the closure of the MG factory at Abingdon, the little MG Metro entered the world to narrowed eyes and spiteful attitudes amidst MG aficionados. The vehicle appeared tainted, a radical change from the sporting marques previous vehicles.  

The sales expectations for the MG version of the Metro range were modest to say the least, no more than 10%, yet in a short space of time sales exceeded the 25% mark - and there is good reason for that. It was economical, it was quirky and it was fun.

Despite strong sales, mainstream MG enthusiasts didn’t deter from their hate campaigns. Their brush firmly tarred the MG Metro as another ‘badge engineered’ fake, but the reality was vastly different. 

The development and re-engineering the MG Metro received over and above the bog-standard Austin variant allowed it to stand as a model in its own right. In the years that followed, various cost cutting measures drove the MG Metro into obscurity, with varying levels of build quality and an uncouth reputation eventually hounding production to a close. Very, very few examples are left on the road today, but luckily we have a barn find for sale on CCFS that won't require much to allow its presence on the roads again.  

This particular model appears to run and drive rather well, with the previous owner proudly holding the keys since 1988. It’s covered a mere 52,000 miles and the interior is in excellent condition, complete with original trim and no damage to report.  

The bodywork is in good order; arches, wings and sills are apparently in ‘very good condition’, with no hidden rust to ensure your motoring life is a misery. 

There are a number of small repairs needed and the wheels may appear rusty, but as a viable project to preserve a piece of British motoring history this is perfect. Parts are cheap, running costs will be minimal and you will be rewarded with a rare, nostalgic and enjoyable vehicle to hold onto. We bet you fall for it. 

Get a closer look on CCFS. 

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