1997 MG MGF | London

The MGF was MG's first purpose-built sports car since the MGB ended in 1980. Its engine sits behind the seats and drives the rear wheels, under rounded bodywork that hides the layout. It is liked for its compact size and its Hydragas suspension, which links fluid and gas. The soft hood folds in about 20 seconds. This 1997 car is red with a black interior and is in very good condition. Its 1796cc engine is mounted amidships, and the two-seat cabin sits low, close to the road. The red paint against black trim reads cleanly on camera, and with the hood down both occupants are in clear view. Its late-1990s shape suits period advertising and film and TV work, including anything set in the 'Cool Britannia' years. Fashion and editorial photographers get a compact car that leaves room for the location, and the open top works for music videos and event displays. A wedding arrival or a personal day out suits the same look. The car is based in London.