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2008 Mercedes-Benz ML320 CDI Diesel 4Matic
Offered for sale is a very clean, attractive, and well equipped example of the rugged, dependable, and economical AWD turbo diesel SUV from Mercedes-Benz, a 2008 ML320 CDI in attractive Alpine Rain Metallic with Cashmere interior. This vehicle is immaculate inside and out, and has important options like Sat Radio, heated seats, backup camera, and DVD navigation. Priced to sell at $37900. Phone Bill at (239) 273-1150 for sales information.
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1968 MG MGB Convertible - Wires!
Offered for sale is a stunning example of the legendary MGB Roadster, a desirable 1968 model in Bright White with red leather interior. This clean, rust-free survivor looks amazing and drives extremely well, with lots of pep and buttery smooth shifting. This MG has been very well maintained cosmetically and mechanically, and shows it. The genuine knock-off wire wheels are a beautiful touch, and set off the chrome grill and bumpers nicely. Offered at $13900 OBO. Please phone Bill at (239) 273-1150 for sales information.
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2008 Land Rover LR2 SE Tech - Loaded!
Offered for sale is a very clean, attractive, and well equipped example of the moderately-sized LR2 Land Rover, a 2008 with the Tech and Lighting packages, attractively finished in Narvick Black and Alpaca Leather. This SUV has full time AWD and adjustable suspension to accommodate any driving conditions, and is equipped with a host of standard and optional equipment, including DVD Satellite Navigation, Xenon Headlamps, large panoramic sunroof, Bluetooth phone, Sirius/XM Satellite Radio, Dolby Pro-Logic Alpine Sound System. Offered at $24,900. Please phone Bill at (239) 273-1150 for sales information.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz E350 Sport - Immaculate!
Offered for sale is a stunning example of the popular E Class sedan from Mercedes-Benz, a 2008 E350 Sport in Arctic White with Cashmere leather interior. This 1-owner Florida car is immaculate inside and outside, has been properly serviced to current, and is ready for immediate use as a dependable daily driver. It is loaded with factory options like the sport package, Burl-wood trim, DVD Satellite Navigation, Keyless-Go ignition, Sirius Satellite radio, Heated Seats, and more. This is one of the most well equipped and best looking E sedans I've seen. Full factory warranty remaining. Please phone Bill at (239) 273-1150.
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The hot summer months are just around the corner - now is a good time to tune up your air conditioning and cooling systems, making sure they carry you through the summer with comfort and efficiency. Call our service department today at (239) 261-3600.
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America's Love Affair with Morris Garage:
MG Cars is a (now former) British sports car manufacturer, best known for their 2-seat open sports cars. The badge was in continuous use for 56 years after its inception, and created fans and devotees every step of the way. Just about everyone over a certain age has some kind of MG story, either about one they owned or one they knew.
The MG name came from Morris Garages, a dealer of Morris Cars in Oxford that began producing its own customized versions to the designs of Cecil Kimber, who had joined the company as its sales manager in 1921. He was promoted to General Manager in 1922, and held that title until 1941 when he fell out with the owner over producing wartime work. He died in 1945 in a freak railway accident. After some early growing pains, the company moved to a large factory in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, where production lasted until 1980.
MG was absorbed in to the British Motor Corporation in 1952, joined Jaguar Cars in 1966, and finally became part of British Leyland Motor Co. in 1968.
MG's first car was the 14/28, pictured below.
About 400 of these cars were made, and made a name for themselves by successfully completing a six-month expedition through France, Italy, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Spain by the UK Daily Mail's motoring correspondent.
MG came in to its own with the "T" Series cars, produced from 1936 through 1955, and including the TA, TB, TC, TD, and TF. A rather attractive 1937 TA is pictured at the top of this column.
These "body on frame" sports cars proved to be very popular, and were widely used both for pleasurable motoring and motor racing. In fact, the legendary Carroll Shelby got his racing start in a modified TC (pictured below) at a road race in Norman, OK, which he supposedly won, coming in ahead of the Jag XK120s.
The MGA, released in 1955, was designed to satisfy demand for a more modern and comfortable sports car.
An impressive 101,081 of these cars were produced, with the vast majority (about 95%) being exported. They were produced through 1962, and then replaced by the legendary MGB, which is unquestionably the company's most successful car. Built through 1980, the MGB and its variants exceeded production of 520,000 units, again with the majority exported.
In conclusion, it is safe to say these fun, dependable and sporty little cars won the hearts of every market they found their way to, and remain one of the most popular restorations for a person seeking a classic British look and feel without the deep pockets to refurbish a vintage Jaguar or Austin Healy. Pound for pound, the MG represents a terrific value in the collector car market, and is sure to be a familiar sight on the boulevard for many years to come.
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