Only a couple of young kids would miss the real facts concerning this car. The TC, followed by the TD and the TF, were the "original " sports cars for the USA market. They were brought over here (US)by young soldiers following the 2nd WW., and were rapidly accepted by the American public, thus the beginning of the "sports car" craze in America. That led (in about 1953) to the Chevy Corvette, followed by the Ford Tbird, followed by many others. MG sports cars led the way boys!

My uncle had one of these. It was a pretty car but the cooling system was under sized. It would overheat idling in traffic.

Double De-Clutch.....or if you are a well experienced manual driver one could change gear without using the clutch by judging the right revs and slipping into gear BUT do not try it without someone who is experienced with you. I am 87

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KEEP AWAY FROM STEEP HILLS.

Afine example of british craftmanship worth every penny.driving a Speed 25 for more than 15000 Km without problems racing on the Nürburgring and Hockenheimring.former owner was delighted when i told him doing so.

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Gas? On the steering wheel?

Very disappointed with this video. Virtually no information on the Alvis except to mention that it has blue wheels.

I had one it’s ok! It’s not a Porsche engine. Only has 120 hp. Turbo has much more. No power steering on mine., I give it a 4/10.

It is absolutely a sports car. Whoever told you otherwise is daft.

The Austin Seven Mini is Britain's response to the Volkswagen Beetle.

Shift slowly lol and don’t rev on up shifts that’s your issue

Yes indeedy, l had a 1936 Austin ruby as my daily driver to school etc in 1967-8 in Wanganui New Zealand. My first car, many good memories. Thanks for the video.

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Quite right no fuel gauge. A small warning light came on when there was about a gallon in the tank.

An aside question please. What wristwatch is Al wearing please?

Well it looks like I found Heath Ledger's doppelganger Maybe Batman The Dark Knight can have another sequel

That steering wheel is horribly not original. Why would you change the original which is a distinctive beautiful feature of the original design. Beautiful car and colour though.

Would it be kinder to the gearbox to not use the clutch for changing gear. The engine will slow it down quicker to find the right speed for the next gear. It definitely works with with lorry lorries that have constant mesh or non synchro.

I had one, Reg no. started as BOY***. I sold it for £120 in 1966. A group of us at teachers trading college in Twickenham had MGs. There was an F type six cylinder, a TA and a TB. We spent more time messing about with the leaky vertical dynamo felt seal, trying to nance the SU carbs and adjusting the brakes. My PB was a light blue but I changed it to BRR. I’ve often wondered if it’s still about. So much regret selling it for a morris minor convertible. 1

Hey guys, I’ve just discovered your channel and my dad and I have spent all afternoon looking over your videos. Well done, great stuff. But why no newer videos. I know there’s not been a million views yet, but you’re both very natural and a great team and for sure success will come in time. Have you any plans to do more videos?

how is this channel now huge???

I love hearing all those excuses of why a driver is not quick.

Yeah,go on guys......hurt me some more. I was given a TF as a 21st present & had it for 11yrs. Had enjoyable & riotous times in my much-missed MG. Sold it for a house deposit after marriage.2 kids,adulterous wife,sold house later.......the thing that hurts most is the empty MG garage. You can't drive memories.......you drive to make memories.

Modern cars are so remote from the real joy of mechanical partnership that any dolt can drive one......BUT. ........to have that sense of achievement in coaxing the best out of your car & also yourself you end up with a joyous feeling of mutual pleasure. You feel your car respond to being driven correctly & you smile broadly every time you know you've got it right. Same box auto-everything evs' just have no soul......they don't even sound like a real car should.

Double declutch, double declutch, double declutch. Once learned it becomes second nature. You can even learn how to drive without a clutch altogether.

Better to see the car than only view the drivers.

Just came across your Video. Another 60 year old guy. whose heart goes out to you. Get in and drive this stuff. A really brilliant video. keeping pushing this keep promoting I love my 60's classic Mini and Triumphs which I have had since I was your age. but I do have a bit of a hankering for a pre war. You look good in the MG mate. no Rant needed you are "On the Button"

Great upload!!! As you say, get used to it... they are magnificent. Sooooo many people sported & enjoyed them... Keep the spirit alive. Many thanks!!! Busy on mine ('34) & yes I also have to learn how to shift it; your enthusiasm is brilliant! PS, MG PB a car to experience the 30s, not 'speed' just buy an P911 for that, but remarkably, even that one you have to learn(!!) how to drive, despite its sync!! But once you have learned that, the 80s feel, you do appreciate the 30s again more and more.. at lower speed.... its called Petrol Addiction, a lovely CBD, and sorry I don't want to be cured....

As a man of nearly 60, it's so good to see young people taking an interest in this stuff. As you say, if the next generation doesn't take an interest in mechanical heritage then it's over. Thanks for sharing, great to see your enthusiasm!

I live in the states and i have a 35 but i have never seen another one here,.

This is your first video I’ve seen and you instantly earned my follow

When ever anyone your age will even get in an auto of this age is too cool for school . Yes I'm an old faht

Alvis have been back since 2013. You should check out their “Continuation” series; hand built engines, hand coach built. Quite a bit more to buy than the beauty you’re driving in this, but a brand new car which will last at least as long as the originals - probably longer.

Ruby also has a sliding roof .so you get some of the advantages but not quite as open to the air as the pearl

It is a Mark 1 pearl same as my Ruby

I always advise to use the hand brake as the main brake and the foot pedal as an extra I find my car will stop when I want with that tequnique

You can get more fun out of an A7 than having an evening date with Sabrina !

Would like one, when I was younger, they were cheap, Not Today though.

I have to drive my J 2 with my shoe off

a Mk2 with IRS = a very easy Jag to want! love that classic woodgrain dash.

Less of you and more of the car would be nice !

Greetings from the States! Cool car.

Loved to see that old Lady out enjoying the sunlight and your sympathetic driving of her after all she is a older person there are many Pearls 7s for sale much cheaper than that one though in similar condition Loved the video thanks Guys.

I would have liked to see the car, perhaps the engine, maybe a bit more of the interior, dashboard...

Guys, come back we all miss you!!!!

ages ago I raced an Austin 7 in 750 mc events. Tim Myall raced his pigsty special, we had many enjoyable dices. I think his son took over the business. Gosh, those days back in the 90s were fun!

Back in the Day 😂😂😂😂😂 hahahahaha

Try 188hp/tone..