Superlative MGB

Name/Title

Superlative MGB

Entry/Object ID

2025.7.176

Scope and Content

This vibrant advertisement positions the MGB as a stylish and capable British roadster, boasting an 1800 cc engine and the tagline “Safety MG Fast!” against a backdrop of urban sophistication and scenic adventure. The illustrated convertible, rendered in blue, evokes freedom and modernity, while the BMC branding and Nuffield Press imprint root the piece firmly in mid-century British automotive culture. It’s a confident declaration of the MGB’s appeal to drivers seeking both performance and panache.

Collection

Dr. Frederick A. Simeone Founder Collection

Category

Posters, MG Cars

Acquisition

Accession

2025.7

Archive Details

Date(s) of Creation

1962

Dimensions

Height

63.3 cm

Width

88.5 cm

Location

Large Archival Folder

PCF - 07

Cabinet

Y17

Second Floor

Simeone Library

Condition

Overall Condition

Good