Magnette History

In the mid-1950's MG produced a car unlike any it had produced before. A Gerald Palmer design, the car was MG's first "monocoque" (unibody), using the same drivetrain as would be later used in the MGA, but very different front suspension and steering. It was surprisingly advanced in some ways (child-proof door latches) and classically British in others (mahogany and walnut dashboard).

Useful Links

Here are some handy links that may be useful to Magtette Owners.

MG Specialists John and Lou Shorten are the King and Queen of Magnette Parts and restoration resources and information.

Scarborough Faire Cecilia at Scarborough Faire has managed to efficiently source various bits that are otherwise seemingly not available "this side of the pond". They provide much support for Magnettes, and their owners.

Moss Motors The largest US supplier of parts for British cars.

Little British Car Company Jeff Zorn is a fellow Mag-nutte, and offers a discount off Moss prices. Jeff also stocks some hard-to-get bits that Moss doesn't carry.

Coming Events...

NAMGAR GT-35
Featuring the Z Magnette!

July 26-29,2010
Hotel: Lake Lawn Resort
2400 East Geneva Street, Delavan, WI
1-800-338-5253

The Magnette will be the featured vehicle, plus Lou & John Shorten will be our special guests at this GT, and John Twist (University Motors) will be in attendance as well!

All in all, it will be the place to drive/tow/trailer/take your Magnette in 2010!

Watch here for more details!