1959 MGA Roadster Mk I 1500 For Sale

The Appeal

The MGA, like many post-war MGs was a huge success overseas. It radically updated the MG brand, moving away from the tried-and-tested styling of previous models and introduced a more flowing, curved aesthetic.

It also introduced the BMC B-Series engine, a capable four-cylinder unit which was produced for many decades. This gave the MGA a good turn of speed, delivered to the rear wheels through a manual transmission.

This particular MG spent most of its life in the US, before being imported to the EU from Arizona. Having spent time in this dry state, the car was found to be in good condition but it was nevertheless treated to a respray, which remains beautifully fresh. The interior is similarly smart, completing the car’s great overall appearance.

The Interior

Beige leather upholstery in excellent condition

Thick-pile green carpets clean and tidy

Door cards in good condition, with integrated large storage bins

Cable pull door release

Wind deflectors attached to windscreen pillars

Wooden-rimmed steering wheel

Smiths gauges

Lucas pull switches

Full size spare wheel in boot

Tonneau cover provided — some ‘lift the dot’ fastenings not currently fitted

The Exterior

Fully resprayed exterior

The car’s time spent in Arizona has helped preserve it in good condition

After importing the car into The Netherlands, it was decided that a respray would finish it off nicely

Beautifully finished paint, with new primer, colour and clear coat

The chrome plating all exhibits an excellent shine

Perspex removable sidescreens

Vinyl hood in good condition with some slight yellowing of the windows

Wire mesh headlamp stone guards

Lamp lenses appear clear and bright

Steel wheels look to be in good condition

The Mechanics

1,489cc B-Series engine

Four speed manual transmission

Twin S.U. carburettors

The engine bay is a little dusty through lack of use

The B-Series engine was used in many classic British cars, so spare parts are easy to come by

Plenty of room to work in the engine bay

Simple engineering

Summary

A lovely example of this classic British sports car, which has been resprayed and is now looking very smart.

Notice to bidders

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1959 MGA Roadster Mk I 1500

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