It's been just over 1 year and 1600 miles since I took delivery of my M3W and as I reflect on that time the experience has been overwhelmingly positive.
I bought it on an impulse after seeing it at the Geneva show, primarily as a more everyday usable, reliable alternative to my 1933 MG J2. It has fulfilled that brief very well and means that I was able to pamper the MG to a level befitting its age.
The performance, dynamics, noise, looks and sheer entertainment continue to put a smile on my face every time I drive it. I'm fortunate enough to work in the motor industry and have access to an array of very high powered and sophisticated modern performance cars, but sometimes you can't beat the low speed thrills that come with the 3 wheeler experience.
Sure, I've had my problems - throttle pedal breaking (a build error) and terrible steering kickback were both fixed by the factory and the driveline backlash has become more annoying - on the fix it list for next service. The driving position (I'm 6ft 4") was fixed very effectively with a 50mm steering wheel spacer.
The only other issue I have is that v-twin noise can spook horses. As I live in an area with lots of horse riders I've had to resort to stopping the engine or avoiding many of the local roadways as there is something about the v-twin noise that horses just don't like..
I recently sold the MG ( thought it was a lifer but had an offer I couldn't refuse) but have first refusal on another - this time a 1936 supercharged 2 seat special which is competing a Rebuild....will be interesting to see how I feel about the 3 wheeler if I go for the new toy as it too will have aero screens and 80hp at the rear wheels.....maybe I'll trade it in for a sensible 4/4 Sport!
Overall I'm glad I went for it and would definitely recommend the M3W experience, if only to see the smiles and goodwill that it fosters in other people.
