The MG Car Club Podcast

On this podcast, Wayne chats with Joe McGavin, the great-grandson of MG founder, Cecil Kimber about his knowledge of the man, the legacy that has been left behind and the tremendous pride he has in his family history. Of all the descendants of Cecil Kimber, Joe has the most interest in the story of MG so it's a wonderful treat to chat about what the man who started it all might have been like. 

In this episode, we catch up with Noel Lindford to hear the latest from behind the scenes of the California Cup AutoTest as he prepares for MG & Triumph 100 next weekend! 

In this episode, we have another of our interviews from the MG Abingdon Factory Workers Reunion. The day-long event takes place at Kimber House, home of the MG Car Club, near the location of the old factory, every year. 

MG may be about cars to most, but how they helped during the war did not go unrecognised – with some people regarding the work in Abingdon during World War 2 as the pinnacle of the company’s successful history. 

Iris Dixon sadly passed away earlier this year, but before she did, we were privileged to be able to spend some time with her to record some of her amazing stories, plus those of her sons Barry and Clive, who also worked at "The MG". This family's tale covers MG production of the Tempest aircraft right the way through to the 1970s and MG Midget production. 

We share this recording as a tribute to an amazing lady and an amazing life. 

In this episode, we have another of our interviews from the MG Abingdon Factory Workers Reunion. The day-long event takes place at Kimber House, home of the MG Car Club, near the location of the old factory, every year.

In the previous episode, we heard from Orlando Vito and Foreman at MG who had progressed from tea boy through the ranks.

In this episode we meet a pair of friends, John Wood and Adrian Goodenough who were at school together and joined MG at the same time.

John Wood worked on the line, mainly on Midgets and trim. Adrian worked within finishing, painting and spent a spell working in the works department – the famous part of the Abingdon factory that produced the works competition MGs, Healeys and even Triumphs.

 In this fascinating trip through time, we hear their uncut and uncensored memories of their years working for MG and the scrapes they got into – including how Adrian ran over racing driver, Pat Moss!

On the MG Car Club Podcast for this episode, we attended the annual Abingdon Factory Workers’ Reunion Day held at the MG Car Club’s head offices, Kimber House in Abingdon. This event happens every year, but this was the first one since before the pandemic.

In this episode we talk to Orlando Vito, who started at MG Abingdon Works as a tea boy and progressed to the position of foreman before the factory closed in 1980. In this chat, he reveals some amazing stories and memories including driving the land speed record car and a bugle player stopping the factory at Christmas!

The MG Car Club announced a new values initiative at MG Live! In this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast, we talk to the team who pulled it all together to understand what the H.E.R.I.T.A.G.E ethos means for the future of the club and ensuring we have a healthy community long into the future for the 'Marque of Friendship'.

Joining us is Rob Constant, Chairman of the MGCC's Vintage Register, John Day, MGCC Honorary President and Kieran Reid, Chairman of the MGCC Young Members' Branch to reveal just how important this is for the club.

Do you have an interesting story to tell? Why not get in touch and we will interview you on the podcast as well!

On this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast we chat to stunt driver Paul Swift! He will be telling us all about his forthcoming show, opening the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. But, not only that, he will be letting owners of Longbridge built MGs know how they can be a part of the fun!

We give you a preview of the latest news and merchandise ahead of this year’s MG Live! Plus a reminder of some of our anniversary events this year.

Finally, we head over the Atlantic to learn about what our friends in North America are doing this Summer to celebrate MG, with MG2022 being held in Peterborough, Ontario. Jeremy Holdsworth joins us to talk us through the event and reveal their key note guest who is someone very familiar to regular listeners to the MG Car Club Podcast.

The MG Car Club Podcast returns with more stories, memories , interviews and news from the global MG community.

This week, we talk to ex-cab driver and author of the definitive history book on Carbodies - the company that began building bodies for Triple M era MGs as well as a number of other car manufacturers before moving into Taxi production.

Plus, we speak to Noel Lindford about The California Cup and the taster AutoSOLO taking place at MG Live that you can enter! 

On this podcast, Wayne chats with Joe McGavin, the great-grandson of MG founder, Cecil Kimber about his knowledge of the man, the legacy that has been left behind and the tremendous pride he has in his family history. Of all the descendants of Cecil Kimber, Joe has the most interest in the story of MG so it's a wonderful treat to chat about what the man who started it all might have been like. 

In this episode, we catch up with Noel Lindford to hear the latest from behind the scenes of the California Cup AutoTest as he prepares for MG & Triumph 100 next weekend! 

In this episode, we have another of our interviews from the MG Abingdon Factory Workers Reunion. The day-long event takes place at Kimber House, home of the MG Car Club, near the location of the old factory, every year. 

MG may be about cars to most, but how they helped during the war did not go unrecognised – with some people regarding the work in Abingdon during World War 2 as the pinnacle of the company’s successful history. 

Iris Dixon sadly passed away earlier this year, but before she did, we were privileged to be able to spend some time with her to record some of her amazing stories, plus those of her sons Barry and Clive, who also worked at "The MG". This family's tale covers MG production of the Tempest aircraft right the way through to the 1970s and MG Midget production. 

We share this recording as a tribute to an amazing lady and an amazing life. 

In this episode, we have another of our interviews from the MG Abingdon Factory Workers Reunion. The day-long event takes place at Kimber House, home of the MG Car Club, near the location of the old factory, every year.

In the previous episode, we heard from Orlando Vito and Foreman at MG who had progressed from tea boy through the ranks.

In this episode we meet a pair of friends, John Wood and Adrian Goodenough who were at school together and joined MG at the same time.

John Wood worked on the line, mainly on Midgets and trim. Adrian worked within finishing, painting and spent a spell working in the works department – the famous part of the Abingdon factory that produced the works competition MGs, Healeys and even Triumphs.

 In this fascinating trip through time, we hear their uncut and uncensored memories of their years working for MG and the scrapes they got into – including how Adrian ran over racing driver, Pat Moss!

On the MG Car Club Podcast for this episode, we attended the annual Abingdon Factory Workers’ Reunion Day held at the MG Car Club’s head offices, Kimber House in Abingdon. This event happens every year, but this was the first one since before the pandemic.

In this episode we talk to Orlando Vito, who started at MG Abingdon Works as a tea boy and progressed to the position of foreman before the factory closed in 1980. In this chat, he reveals some amazing stories and memories including driving the land speed record car and a bugle player stopping the factory at Christmas!

The MG Car Club announced a new values initiative at MG Live! In this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast, we talk to the team who pulled it all together to understand what the H.E.R.I.T.A.G.E ethos means for the future of the club and ensuring we have a healthy community long into the future for the 'Marque of Friendship'.

Joining us is Rob Constant, Chairman of the MGCC's Vintage Register, John Day, MGCC Honorary President and Kieran Reid, Chairman of the MGCC Young Members' Branch to reveal just how important this is for the club.

Do you have an interesting story to tell? Why not get in touch and we will interview you on the podcast as well!

On this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast we chat to stunt driver Paul Swift! He will be telling us all about his forthcoming show, opening the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. But, not only that, he will be letting owners of Longbridge built MGs know how they can be a part of the fun!

We give you a preview of the latest news and merchandise ahead of this year’s MG Live! Plus a reminder of some of our anniversary events this year.

Finally, we head over the Atlantic to learn about what our friends in North America are doing this Summer to celebrate MG, with MG2022 being held in Peterborough, Ontario. Jeremy Holdsworth joins us to talk us through the event and reveal their key note guest who is someone very familiar to regular listeners to the MG Car Club Podcast.

The MG Car Club Podcast returns with more stories, memories , interviews and news from the global MG community.

This week, we talk to ex-cab driver and author of the definitive history book on Carbodies - the company that began building bodies for Triple M era MGs as well as a number of other car manufacturers before moving into Taxi production.

Plus, we speak to Noel Lindford about The California Cup and the taster AutoSOLO taking place at MG Live that you can enter! 

David Whale is a long standing member of the MG Car Club, having spent some 11 years as Secretary of the Midland Centre. These days, David's time is spent as Chairman of the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs where he leads the charge in lobbying Government to ensure we can all enjoy the freedom to use our classic MGs on the UK’s roads for years to come.

Peter Barrett from the MG Car Club's new insurance partner Cherished Vehicle Insurance Services busts some of the myths around classic car insurance for us and also gives us tips for getting the best deal, understanding some of the terminology and also how to insure MGs during winter layup. Furthermore, Pete explains what makes classic car insurance different than standard car policies and explains what to look for when buying insurance for your MG.

James Davis’s father bought his MGA Twin Cam in 1964 and over the course of the next 53 years, enthusiastically drove it on both road and track across the world from the UK to Barbados and Canada. The MGA had always featured in James’s life and he always assumed that one day, it would be his. Sadly though it had to be sold in Canada during 2016 to fund his Dad’s Alzheimers healthcare. But years later, and after the passing of his father, James has managed to buy the car back through an incredible twist of fate. James is now using it to raise money and awareness around Alzheimers Disease. 

Our guest on this week’s MG Car Club Podcast is a serial car collector and a lifetime enthusiast. Paul Gerring is also part of the team behind Petrolheads Welcome who offer a directory of hotels across Europe that are safe for historic vehicles. As well as sharing his tips for travel and MG preparation, we also learn the story behind his very special MG TA that has been in his family for very many years. Plus, all of your messages and news!

On this, our 40th episode of the MG Car Club Podcast we talk to Neil Thomas about his lifetime obsession with the MG Midget and how he has transformed his mighty Midget with a K-series engine conversion. Neil explains what the conversion involves and also shares his memories of MG Midget ownership and motorsport from throughout his many years of ownership.

We talk to MG Car Club member Dominic Taylor - Lane as he shares the story of his Father-in-Law's MG Magnette and explains who the Association of Heritage Engineers are and what the organisations aims are. 

On this episode we speak to Editor of Practical Classics Magazine, Danny Hopkins as the popular magazine celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. Danny is a serial MG owner as well as being a great supporter of the MG Car Club. He also shares his very heartfelt memories of meeting Don Hayter and also the day he bought Lord Montagu's MGB!

On this episode we speak to Kieran Line from Scenic Car Tours about some of the tours, adventures and driving holidays on offer through the MG Car Club.

Kieran gives us the latest on travelling in the post-COVID world and how he expects the travel industry to be affected by Brexit.

Plus, Adam and Wayne discuss a new rival to MG's electric car offering - the Dacia Spring. The MG Midget is discussed ahead of its 60th anniversary and have you noticed just how many adverts for MGs on the TV now?

On this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast we continue our fascinating conversation with Former Chief Quality Engineer at MG, Michael Allison. Michael has been driving Triple M type MGs since 1957 and so is the very best person to give us advice on how to buy, drive and own one of the Triple M cars. 

On this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast, we have a truly fascinating insight into the heyday of MG production in the 1960s from the Former Chief Quality Engineer at that time, Michael Allison. Michael has been a life-long MG fan and also founded the Triple M Register within the MG Car Club. Here, he talks about what it was like to work at MG under John Thornley, the changes he saw during the transition to British Leyland and some memories of his own MGs and the early days of the Triple M Register. 

On this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast, we celebrate one of the most numerous and best-loved MGs in the MG Car Club line up, the MGF. This is Episode 25 of the MG Car Club Podcast, so it seemed fitting to look at the model that is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year including tips from Nigel May, from the MGF Register on buying one for the first time. 

On this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast, we quiz Classic Car Buyer newspaper’s News Editor, Jeff Ruggles on the state of the current classic car market.  Plus, we look back on the formation of the MGC Register within the MG Car Club.

On this week's MG Car Club Podcast, we speak to Noel Lindford from the Tyne Tees centre about the art of Auto tests! Noel is Clerk of the Course for the California Cup at MG Live! so explains how he goes about setting the course, how the cup got its name and shares his top tips for Auto test beginners. 

We chat to member Tom McCooey about his emotional journey restoring the family Magnette in his fathers memory plus discuss the arrival of MG X-Power in 2001

On this edition of the MG Car Club Podcast, we enjoy part 2 of our interview with MG Trophy racer Paul Luti. He shares his hilarious story of a “little accident” at Silverstone and his trip to China to launch the MG6.

Adam digs out the preview announcement for MG entering Le Mans with the EX182 and Wayne marks the 60th anniversary of the MGA Coupé Twin-Cam winning Le Mans in 1960!

On this podcast we talk to MG Cup racer about his phenomenal club motorsport career and how overcoming a medical condition, combined with his love of MG led to many successful years racing with the MG Car Club. Paul Luti has raced all sorts of MGs during that time as well as owning several interesting road cars.

Wayne and Adam preview a new event for the MG Car Club to be held in October 2020 to celebrate 90 years of the MGCC. Plus they discuss MGs new foray into the world of luxury SUVs with the new MG Gloster.

In this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast, former Editor of Auto Express, James Batchelor gives us his views on the world automotive industry and MGs place within it. He also talks us though where his own passion for MG comes from.

On this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast, renowned motoring historian, Graham Robson joins Wayne Scott to explore the story of the Abingdon Works Competition Department, where so many successful MG race and rally cars were developed. This year marks the anniversary of its closure so offers an ideal chance to explore the contribution made to the British Motor Industry from within the MG factory in Abingdon.

On this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast we interview Lorraine Noble-Thompson to hear about her impressive MG collection. The fleet includes two MGAs, a 1950s MG TF, a WSM bodied Midget and a brand new addition in the form of her showroom fresh MG HS.

On this podcast from the MG Car Club, we speak to one of the club’s Sprint and Hillclimb competitors, running in the MGCC Speed Championship to find exactly what the sport entails when competing in an MG Midget. Also, we talk to Research Director from the Federation of British historic Vehicle Clubs, Paul Chasney about the crucial National Historic Vehicle survey.

On this week’s podcast, sit back and relax because we have some amazing stories from behind the doors of the British Motor Industry. Dr Ian Pogson worked for MG for many years during the MGF era, MGRV8 and also the resurrection of the MG TF.

News of a worrying new scrappage scheme, plus we get the latest on MG motorsport from Wayne's interview with MG Car Club Competitions Secretary, Mark Baulch on how they are adapting the championship to return to racing following the pandemic lockdown. 

On the tenth episode of the MG Car Club Podcast, we have a very special guest. Ant Anstead is a familiar face at the NEC Classic Motor Show each November but more importantly, is a huge MG fan. In this interview we talk about his life, working on Wheeler Dealers and why he ended up as a Policeman first before entering the world of car building.

On this week’s MG Car Club Podcast we talk to Gaurav Gupta from MG India about how MG is growing in India, the future of their autonomous driving technology and how they are embracing the MG Car Club and our heritage. Plus Alastair Flack reveals everything you need to know about car covers.

On this episode, John Watson, Chairman of the MGB Register joins Wayne to share the story of the plucky little MGB that took on the 1968 London-Sydney Marathon Rally. John shares how the car was found ans saved by the MG Car Club and how they tracked down the original people who prepared it in period.

On this week’s episode we talk to the leader of the MG Car Club Young Members’ Branch about what they get up to for MG fans under 30. Wayne and Adam discuss why they got involved in car clubs and how much it means to them, before exploring the fascinating history of the monstrous MG Metro 6R4, an example of which Adam has found for sale for £350,000!!!!

On this week’s episode we review last weekend’s National Drive it Day and discuss the importance of being able to use our MGs on the roads long into the future. Plus, we chat to Daniel Gregorious from MG Motor UK about the current line up of MG cars. Adam shares another gem from the archives at Kimber House and we have news of new 90th anniversary lapel badges - available now!

On this week’s episode of the MG Car Club Podcast, we check that Adam is all OK after his medical test for COVID-19. We share our tributes to Cecil Kimber after what would have been his birthday and our tribute to Sir Stirling Moss. Plus a great member’s memory of the early days of the MGCC at Silverstone.

Coming up this week we hear from MG Car Club President John Day on his memories of the club, the cars he’s owned and some of the adventures he’s enjoyed with them , we discuss the latest happenings from the club, the photo contest and 90th anniversary merchandise, PLUS Adam has another artefact from the depths of Kimber House.

Frisky the MGA's owner Charlotte Vowden tells her story and the FBHVC gives us the low down on E10 fuels. Plus MG chat galore from Wayne Scott and Adam Sloman!