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TheMGB was produced by British Leyland from 1962 to 1980, and became Britain’s best selling sports car. The MGB was initially released as a convertible, two-seater roadster, British Leyland added a coupe to the MGB range; the hard-topped MGB GT, in 1965.
The design of the MGB GT’s hatchback body came from the Italian design house, Pininfarina, who opted for a 2+2 design with a small rear bench as opposed to full seats. Unfortunately this made the rear of the car cramped and only really suitable for younger children, however it was still a more sensible buy than the original MGB convertible. As well as making the MGB slightly more sensible, the hard roof also lent the car’s chassis more rigidity and improved weight distribution, thus improving handling, and also increasing top speed due to improved aerodynamics. Acceleration was only hampered very slightly in comparison to the soft-top version.
The MGB GT was essentially one of the very first cars to feature the now popular hatch back design. The car had folding rear seats which made way to leave a rather large, flat luggage space. The MGB GT’s coupe design not only increased the car’s appeal to those of a more practical mind-set, but also to the more enthusiastic driver who could appreciate the greater handling of the car.
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KILKENNY MOTOR CLUB MEMBER CON O MAHONY IS TRYING TO PUT TOGETHER THE LARGEST GATHERING OF “RILEYS” IN THE COUNTRY THIS YEAR …SO COME ONE COME ALL NO MATTER WHAT RILEY FROM ANY ERA,PLEASE MAKE YOUR WAY TO KILKENNY ON THE SUNDAY THE 26TH YOU WILL BE ASSURED OF A GREAT WELCOME
WITH NO PRE BOOKING AND NO ENTRY FEE JAME’S PARK KILKENNY IS WHERE YOUR CLASSIC “RILEY” WANTS TO BE
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OVER 20 CARS TURNED UP FOR THE INAUGURAL RETRO CLASSIC MEET IN KILKENNY ON SATURDAY EVENING
MORE INFO ON THESE MEETS CAN BE FOUND AT 087 9060324
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THANKS TO ALL THE KILKENNY MOTOR CLUB MEMBERS THAT ATTENDED THE CELEBRATIONS AT SAINT PATRICKS CENTRE ON SATURDAY WITH THE ARRIVAL OF 6 NEW BUSES FOR OUR SERVICE USERS . A TOTAL OF 32 CARS, A TRACTOR AND MOTORBIKE AND TWO HIGH NELLIES MADE THE DISPLAY VERY ATTRACTIVE.
HOPE YE ALL ENJOYED THE DAY..
Declan
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***Kilkenny*** Callan Road, which is the first roundabout on Clonmel road, across from the Esso garage, take the Honda entrance…this is where Retro Classic meets is having there 7th meet saturday night 8pm 11 of august 2012 All classic & retro cars welcome. Come on the cat lets see what you’ve got! …. More info contact Retro classic meets on 087-9060324 . Find us on Facebook .
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A TOTAL OF 32 MORRIS MINORS ATTENDED THEIR NATIONAL AT THE BLARNEY CLASSIC AND VINTAGE RALLY OVER THE WEEKEND
4 MORRIS MINORS ATTENDED FROM OUR CLUB
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THIS YEARS FIELD DAY AND VINTAGE DISPLAY TAKES PLACE THIS SUNDAY 4th OF AUGUST, WITH A WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT AT “ROCK THE BOAT” .. More details at 087 9759015
Sunday 5th August | 1.30pm – 5pm | Abbey Meadow | €5 (ticket inclusive of Rock the Boat) / Children free
Come and enjoy an afternoon of fun in the Abbey Meadow. The perfect Summer Sunday – this promises to be a really great day out for all the family. With Vintage cars and tractors to admire, the return of the ever popular wheel of fortune, a duck race, crafts, food stalls, traditional music and don’t forget to bring your four legged friend to our Dog Show (2pm). This year there will be unique river themed events which will include a cot building demonstration, River Heritage Display Stand, kayaking demonstrations and the highlight of the Field Day – Rock the Boat (3pm).
Sunday 5th August | 3pm | Abbey Meadow | €5 (ticket inclusive of the Field day)
Highlight of the Field Day will be an attempt to enter the Guinness Book of Records for “The Largest Rock the Boat” in the World! This fundraising effort is in aid of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin and the local King’s River (Abhainn Rí)) development project. It promises to be a real fun event with the co-operation and participation of as many people as possible in the grounds of the historic Abbey Meadow. M.C. on the day will be the inimitable George Chandler, with local D.J. Mark Fitzpatrick and organiser Teckie Brett ensuring that all will be rocking in perfect rhythm and sweet harmony! Never let it be said that you didn’t “Rock the Boat” to help create this record in Callan to raise much needed funds for two worthwhile causes.
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