5 WAYS TO MAKE THEM BETTER

1 HELP IT TO STAY COOL £150

An electric fan shouldn’t be used to mask a poorly engine, but they are much better at keeping cars cool than the engine-driven units both the MG and Triumph came with, particularly when stationary in traffic. Revotec, 01491 824424, revotec.com

ELECTRONIC IGNITION £200 2

A well-timed, strong spark from the ignition system is key to keeping a car running well in the heat. A well set-up points and condenser system can do this, but an electronic system is easier and more reliable. Autocar Electrical, 020 7403 4334, autocar-electrical.co.uk

SPORTS EXHAUST £200 3

One of the best parts of dropping a car’s roof is listening to your classic’s exhaust note, so why not improve it a bit? There are aftermarket options aplenty for both the MGC and TR6. Fit stainless steel for longevity at an extra cost. Maniflow, 01722 335378, maniflow.co.uk

4 FIT A MODERN RADIO £150

‘My car provides all the music I need’ is the tired refrain here, but for those who would like to listen to music, classic-looking radios with modern capabilities like those from Retrosound are the way to go. Retro Car Stuff (Retrosound UK distributor), 0333 123 4994, retrocarstuff. com

5 FIT A TONNEAU COVER £300

Neither the TR6 nor the MGC has a roof that simply goes up and down in one swift movement like a Mazda MX-5’s does, so many owners use tonneau covers instead. These allow for very quick weatherproofing when leaving your car parked. Moss Europe, 020 8867 2020, mosseurope.co.uk