Not an MG TI; an MP Lafer TI. Made in Brazil from 1974-89, mainly in two versions (both VW-powered). The original bore a marked resemblance to the MG-TD, except for having doors that hinged in front and a molded…[Read more]

The taillights on my ’81 Lafer TI appear to be from an MGB. As for the mounts, you might have to source those — and the rims — from Brazil.

Thanks, Paul.

My apologies, folks. I’ve tried three times, but can’t seem to get that link to work the way it shows up here. For some reason, when I post it, a space shows up between the final two digits. If you delete the space, maybe it’ll work. If not, do a Google search for “lafer ti” and click on the result labeled 1981 MP Lafer TI

Thanks, Allen. The Lafer isn’t a kit car, as it was factory-built, but it shares some characteristics with kits, primarily the fiberglass body, VW chassis and engine. I took some photos when it was delivered in 2007, at our previous house. You can check them out here: http://www.motortopia.com/car-pictures/1981-mp-lafer-ti-1016 0I’m having…[Read more]

I had the same problem on my ’81 Lafer TI, even after fitting four new tires. A new steering damper fixed it. Good luck.TexAg7140741.0070601852

If this is the same car I saw awhile back on the Motortopia website, I have to say it’s looking better than ever.
Would you mind telling where you got the new glass and bezels for your gauges? And can you offer any tips, tricks or advice for disassembling and cleaning them? The gauges on my ’81 Lafer TI are quite faded, and the bezels are black;…[Read more]