MG EX181 Record Car OW 1957

Specifications MG EX181 Record Car OW 1957 blueprint

The MG EX181 Record Car is an iconic sports car from the 1950s that is instantly recognizable for its sleek, aerodynamic design and classic good looks. The vehicle was created to set a speed record in Englands Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, USA, though the mission was unsuccessful. However, the car remains an important part of MGs racing history as well as a popular classic in its own right. The two-seater car has a lightweight, fiberglass body and a sleek, aerodynamic shape that sets it apart from other vehicles of its time. The MG EX181 is powered by a supercharged, 1.8-liter, four-cylinder engine that is capable of reaching a top speed of over 175 miles per hour a remarkable feat for its vintage. Inside, the car is spacious and comfortable, with comfortable bucket seats and a wood-lined dash. In terms of exterior styling, the MG EX181 features a grille-free front end with the iconic, two-tone hood that is instantly recognizable to collector car enthusiasts around the world. The car rolls on black, wire-spoke wheels with distinctive knock-off hubs, and is topped off with a dazzling chrome trim package. Today, the MG EX181 Record Car is widely coveted by classic car collectors, who are willing to pay premiums for the rare vehicle. In fact, an excellent-condition example of the car was recently sold at a high-end auction for over 100,000 setting a record of its own.