Kim: A biography of MG founder Cecil Kimber

Cecil Kimber, the man behind MG, created the world's most-loved sports car in the 1920s. Despite facing disability, he became a leading figure in the British motor industry, building MG into the leading European manufacturer of sports cars with a record of competition successes. However, he lost his life in a needless accident.

Format: Hardback
Length: 536 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2023
Publisher: Dalton Watson Fine Books

MG, the world's most beloved make of sports car, was born in the 1920s by Cecil Kimber, who is universally known as Kim. Overcoming his disabilities, Kimber's boundless energy, enthusiasm, and vision propelled him to become a prominent figure in the British motor industry. With his unwavering determination, he transformed MG from a modest enterprise specializing in sporty body conversions on Morris chassis into the preeminent European manufacturer of sports cars, boasting an impressive track record of competition triumphs. Despite navigating the tumultuous industrial landscape, Kimber's career was tragically cut short when he fell victim to the treacherous internal politics of MGs parent company. Sacked from his high-profile position, he was in the process of regaining his footing when a senseless accident claimed his life.

Cecil Kimber, a respected businessman, wayward husband, and flawed parent, embodied a remarkable blend of contrasts. This book presents the captivating story of the man behind those iconic initials, shedding light on the colorful tapestry of his life.

Dimension: 254 x 290 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781956309119