I have just found this classic video quote, IIRC Gary Hagen's only on-camera statement at 2:40. Sadly, along with "EU exports by 2012", "4/5 MG models by 2012" proved incorrect. A key moment, though.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2NL-VEO_Lg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2NL-VEO_Lg