I am very impressed with your restoration, I agree that they are only original once. My stepfather had a Gloria saloon in the 1960's, very good car in dark green with a pre-selector gearbox which went extremely well. I wonder if it still exists.
I am at the Dene Rally ( SO24 0HA ) with my MG2 this weekend. If it is not too far from you in Wiltshire I would be happy to show you how to start an MG2 (which probably means that I have put the mockers on it starting). The Dene Rally is a good event with tractors, steam, vintage cars and motorbikes and much more.
To turn the engine over you need to engage the clutch by pulling out one of the spring loaded plungers on the back of the clutch. I recommend that you get a manual for the MG2, they have much info about the engine and transmission, copies are readily available on that well known auction site. I find that my MG2 will not fire if the throttle is open beyond a fraction when starting.
Triumph Gloria - a sympathetic restoration
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Sadly I do not remember the number plate nor do I know of any photos of it. Thankyou for asking.