Monthly Archives: November 2010

BCW History — 3

Posted on November 30, 2010 by stuntmidget

One of BCW’s problems was that, although the Gantrys ran a body shop, they hardly ever did any actual body work, preferring to tinker (sometimes disastrously) with the engines their mechanic, Mike Cosworth built. Scant records indicate that the boys … Continue reading →

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Notes, 10-15

Posted on November 28, 2010 by stuntmidget

10. Winding nearly 2000 miles from Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas to Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, the Carrera Panamericana course was so treacherous that 26 people perished, forcing the government to suspend racing after the 1954 race. The race attracted well-financed factory teams … Continue reading →

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Notes, 1-9

Posted on November 28, 2010 by stuntmidget

1. Partial British Coach Works brochure–half of one page–photo of garage and MG TD with slogo: “Safely Faster,” and second page with list of modifications

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The Remarkable History of “Old Number 110”

Posted on November 27, 2010 by stuntmidget

This site is all about Bridget, the only MG TD to compete in the Carerra Panamericana, the Cannonball Baker Sea to Shining Sea Memorial Trophy Dash and the inaugural Paris-Dakar Rally.*

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