MG Maestro 1600

Posted on 12/07/2010 by Sam Skelton

Born to perform... Many Austin Maestro enthusiasts will, if asked, tell you that their preferred variant is the MG 1600 - produced only for the first couple of years, until the launch of the EFi. The sound of the induction roar, combined with the standard 'Nicolette' digital dashboard and the interior with overtones of red, make it certainly the most sporting model in the range as far as looks go. The Turbo may have the lairy bodykit, but inside it's not as special as a 1600. As it happens, Read more [...]

MG Maestro Turbo

Posted on 10/07/2010 by Sam Skelton

Faster than a Ferrari... There is a legend in Maestro circles known as John Orrell. Some say he's secretly the ghost of Spen King, creator of the Maestro, and as such wants to keep as many on the road in good condition as he can. Some say he's a mentalist for loving such derided cars. But what is unanimously accepted is that he's a great guy with a genuine passion for Leyland. Having offered me a spin in one of his MG Maestro Turbos, I leapt for the keys - with only 505 made such offers are Read more [...]