Winning bid
£19,500

1957 MG MGA

Highlights

  • Owned and maintained by a mechanic
  • Fully restored and well-maintained engine
  • Comprehensive service history with all paperwork available
  • Multiple show winner

The Appeal

Introduced in 1955, the MG MGA was designed with cues from George Philips' TD Le Mans car. The result was seriously smart and uncluttered, with ponton styling and a fabulous set of curves that became synonymous with this period in the Great British sports car. 
This particular sports convertible has been meticulously maintained and is in simply excellent order, with its rich red colour scheme both inside and out shining like a gem. Coupled with a clean, corrosion-free chassis, this may well be one of the finest we've seen at Car & Classic.

History and Paperwork

  • Built in 1957 
  • The DVLA records 3 previous owners
  • In current ownership since June 2023
  • Previous owner was the vendor's uncle, who cosseted the car
  • Vehicle has been impressively maintained by a mechanic owner
  • Currently indicates 70,740 miles - which the vendor believes is authentic
  • Paperwork file includes:
    • V5c document
    • Original 1950s Licence record book
    • A selection of MOT certificates
    • MOT exemption certificate
    • Multiple invoices

The Condition

  • Bodywork in excellent order with no corrosion, dents or dings
  • Paintwork is clean and bright with no faults we can spot
  • Nice, shiny chromework with minimal wear
  • Car is sat on white-trimmed disc wheels 
  • Shod in a set of Michelin tyres
  • Black soft top is free of rips and tears
  • The interior is in very good condition with only light signs of wear
  • Impressive, rich red interior metalwork
  • All instruments are clean and very nicely kept
  • Seats are in good order with only light sagging
  • Carpets and headlining in very good order
  • Underneath, the car is in remarkable order with good, clean metalwork
  • The car has been kept in dry storage for much of its life

The Mechanics

  • 1,489 cc (1.5 L) B-Series I4 powerplant
  • 4-speed manual transmission
  • Engine bay is in excellent order and nicely maintained
  • The B-Series' rich red engine head is proudly on display
  • The car is reportedly driving superbly and is particularly invigorating with the top down
  • No reports of any mechanical issues, leaks, bangs, knocks or smoke
 
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This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is highly recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only. 
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Auction Details

  • Year1957
  • MakeMG
  • ModelMGA
  • ColourRed
  • Odometer70,470 Miles
  • Engine size1489cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownCarlisle
  • CountyCumbria
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

12 Bids from 7 bidders

Ilyas_P••••
Bid
£19,500
20/11/23
Rumpled••••
Bid
£19,250
20/11/23
Ilyas_P••••
Bid
£19,000
20/11/23
Rumpled••••
Bid
£18,750
20/11/23
Ilyas_P••••
Bid
£18,500
20/11/23
Ilyas_P••••
Bid
£16,000
20/11/23
matt-sm••••
Bid
£15,750
20/11/23
Oldgolf••••
Bid
£15,500
19/11/23
baldyhe••••
Bid
£15,000
18/11/23
belvoir••••
Bid
£13,000
18/11/23

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