The MGF Story: A Dream of Fun, Passion, and Mid-Engined Roadsters

😎The MGF aimed to recreate the fun and passion of driving a roadster, with its mid-engined, nimble sports car design.

🚗Rover faced challenges in terms of build quality and engine reliability with the MGF, impacting the car's reputation.

📈The MGF was a hit among journalists and the public, with its stunning looks and good handling.

🔄Rover went through various ownership changes, impacting the production and development of the MGF.

🌍MG Rover's assets were eventually purchased by Nanjing Automobile in China, continuing the production of MG TF components.

What was the aim of the MGF?

—The aim of the MGF was to recreate the fun and passion of driving a roadster, with its mid-engined, nimble sports car design.

What challenges did Rover face with the MGF?

—Rover faced challenges in terms of build quality and engine reliability with the MGF, impacting the car's reputation.

Was the MGF well-received?

—Yes, the MGF was well-received by journalists and the public, with its stunning looks and good handling.

Did the ownership changes impact the MGF?

—Yes, the ownership changes of MG Rover impacted the production and development of the MGF.

What happened to the MGF after MG Rover?

—MG Rover's assets were purchased by Nanjing Automobile in China, who continued the production of MG TF components.

00:00The MGF was a mid-engined roadster produced by Rover as a modern reimagining of the classic MGB.

08:14Hoping to cash in on the resurgence in open tops, Rover introduced the MG RV8 in 1992.

13:14The MGF was launched in 1995 and was the first all-new roadster from Rover since the Triumph TR7.

18:22In 2002, MG Rover celebrated producing 1.5 million MGs with a special edition gold version.

19:41MG Rover's assets were purchased by Nanjing Automobile in China, who restarted production of MG TF components.