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An MG Is Born

An MG Is Born

2005 1 Seasons 10 Episodes ⭐ 10.0 Documentary

Mark Evans is back in his workshop to restore a 1973 MGB Roadster back to Showroom in condition in this episode of the popular Discovery Real Time TV series. It's one of the last chrome-bumpered cars ever built, and Mark intends to turn it into a unique collector's item. Follow the world's best-loved amateur mechanic as he strips the MG down to every last nut and bolt, and painstakingly rebuilds it from the ground up. An MG is Born is a unique piece of MG history - the first TV documentary of its kind dedicated to the MGB - and almost certainly the last. This is a fascinating and detailed insight into the engineering, design and restoration of one of the world's most popular and well-known sports cars, and is a fantastic reference tool for existing or would-be MGB restorers.

Mark Evans is back in his workshop to restore a 1973 MGB Roadster back to Showroom in condition in this episode of the popular Discovery Real Time TV series. It's one of the last chrome-bumpered cars ever built, and Mark intends to turn it into a unique collector's item. Follow the world's best-loved amateur mechanic as he strips the MG down to every last nut and bolt, and painstakingly rebuilds it from the ground up. An MG is Born is a unique piece of MG history - the first TV documentary of its kind dedicated to the MGB - and almost certainly the last. This is a fascinating and detailed insight into the engineering, design and restoration of one of the world's most popular and well-known sports cars, and is a fantastic reference tool for existing or would-be MGB restorers.

Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

Choosing the Right Project

Mark Evans embarks on a brand new project, aiming to transform a 1973 Chrome-bumpered MGB Roadster from an unloved rust-

EP 2

Taking the Engine Apart

In the second episode of An MG is Born, Mark strips the engine down step by step, starts work on the body-work and takes

EP 3

Restoring the Bodywork

Programme 3 sees Mark continuing to restore his 1973 MGB. While the body is away being bead blasted, it's the turn of th

EP 4

Repairing the Shell

With the body of Mark's MGB back from the bead blasters, it's easy to see how much restoration work is now needed. New w

EP 5

Shaft Work

More metalwork as Mark repairs the shell and fits new panels. It's a long hard slog. Meanwhile the engine is being overh

EP 6

Refurbishing the Overdrive

The MGB rebuild starts in earnest. The rear axle is fitted to the shell withe new parabolic front springs. The front cro

EP 7

Upgrading the Heater

Mark fits a new heater, but it's not without its problems. The pedal box is fitted and the clutch master cylinder is ove

EP 8

Seating Arrangements

Mark strips down his seats, door panels and centre console and takes their bare bones to the seat surgeons, Yvonne, Sand

EP 9

Rebuilding the Fueling System

We find Mark glass bead blasting the engine inlet manifold - gorgeous. He goes on to fit it together with the new custom

EP 10

Finishing Touches

Mark is behind schedule so it's a frantic sprint for the finish - he has all the lights and shiny bits to fit as well as

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Mark Evans

Mark Evans