The Triple M series of MG’s all belong to a family of models that commenced with the 1929 MG Midget and continued through to the mid-thirties via a long string of four and six cylinder OHC engined cars that forged the marques identity.
Seen above is a 1934 season MG Magna Continental Coupe which first appeared in the 1st September 1933 edition of The Autocar. The model was tested by the same magazine in April 1934 and received a favourable review. Despite this it proved to be a very slow seller with just 100 eventually finding customers. The six cylinder crossflow head 1086 CC engine produced 41 bhp, enabling it to average 72.58 MPH over a timed quarter mile, while the car was stopped by 12″ drum brakes operated by cables. The Continental Coupe cost £350 at launch. (LAT Collection Image)