The Dark Story of Britain’s Sports Car Factory: MG Abingdon Factory, Oxfordshire

The Rise and Fall of British Motoring Excellence: Inside MG's Abingdon Factory
Journey through the fascinating yet tragic history of the MG factory in Abingdon, Oxfordshire - once the beating heart of British sports car manufacturing. This is the story of how a legendary marque that produced some of the most beloved roadsters in automotive history met its untimely demise.
From the roaring success of the MGA and MGB that captured hearts worldwide, to the devastating closure in 1980 that saw the end of an era, we explore what really happened behind the factory gates. Discover the industrial strife, political turmoil, and corporate mismanagement that brought down one of Britain's most iconic motor manufacturers.
We delve into the golden years when skilled craftsmen built sports cars that defined a generation, the bitter labour disputes that plagued British Leyland, and the heart-wrenching final days when workers were told their jobs - and a piece of British heritage - would be lost forever.
This isn't just about cars; it's about communities destroyed, traditions lost, and the painful decline of British manufacturing prowess. The abandoned factory stands as a monument to what might have been.
What really killed MG Abingdon? Was it inevitable, or could this British icon have been saved?

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