2004 MG XPower SV | Withybrook, Warwickshire

The MG XPower SV was MG Rover's performance flagship in its final years: a carbon-fibre body on a steel chassis, with a Ford V8 under the bonnet. Built from 2003 until the company went into administration in 2005, it is known for broad arches, large intakes and a purposeful, wide stance. This 2004 car is finished in Silver with a red interior, in excellent condition. The 4.6-litre V8 sits under a long bonnet, and the flared arches and vents give the carbon-fibre body depth and shadow on camera. Inside are two seats, with the red trim setting off the paintwork. Its sculpted body and silver-and-red scheme suit photography, fashion and editorial work, where shape and colour contrast carry a frame. Film and television productions set in the 2000s get a British sports car that reads clearly on screen, and events get a distinctive arrival car. It also makes a memorable wedding or milestone car. It is based in Warwickshire.