The 'L'
type Magna - introduced
in 1933 - was a direct development of the 'F' type.
The first
prototype was an 'F1' Tourer (F0946)
renumbered L0251 by the MG
factory
(now a racing
special). F1467 was
converted into L0252 as the second 'L' type
prototype.
The first 30
'L' types were possibly 'F' type chassis too!
The 'F' and
'L' types share many features, with the same general dimensions and
the
uniquely
sloping radiator surround.
The 'L'
types had different headlight supports and swept wings as standard. They
shared the 12"
brakes of the 'F2/3' but had a rear chassis extension
(except 2-seaters).
They also had the smaller capacity and more powerful 'K' type engine.