Highlights

Comprehensively restored in 2023 with few miles since
Full body restoration and mechanical rebuild
Converted to 5spd gearbox
Very smart car in fetching black and tan colour scheme
Desirable Mk1 1600 and one of the last built
Regularly maintained and reported to ‘run perfectly’

The Appeal

If there is ever a list assembled of the ‘perfect classic’ then the MGA would surely rank highly. Beautiful, aerodynamic lines, reliable mechanicals and bright chromework make these lovely cars particularly compelling. Then there is the unrivalled club and parts scene.

This handsome 1960 car is amongst the best we’ve seen in a while. It was fully restored across the bodywork, paintwork, trim and mechanicals between 2022 and 2023 and has covered few miles since. The quality of that work is obvious in the paint finish and the panel fit.

It is really the MGA you want - a late model Mk1 with the more powerful 1,600cc motor. It has been well maintained and is said to ‘run perfectly.’

A good MGA provides access to a vibrant social scene, not to mention being a great touring car. With its recent rebuild and 5spd gearbox, this one looks very tempting.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1960
Chassis records indicate this car was built late in 1960
It is one of the last 1,200 MK1 1600s built
First UK registered May 1988
DVLA records 1 registered keeper
Factory handbook
Some invoices and receipts as shown
Reported to have been restored in 2022/2023
5spd manual gearbox fitted in January 2021
Chassis number GHN99226
Always garaged since restoration
Regularly maintained according to current keeper
Last MOT expired 15th December 2023 with no advisories on test
947 miles on last MOT test and now showing 972 miles
We understand the odometer was zero’d when the car was rebuilt

The Condition

Fully restored car finished in black to a very high standard
Little used since completion so presents in ‘box fresh’ restored order
Few indications of use across paintwork with recent ceramic polish lifting finish
Bodywork is very good following full body-off restoration finished in 2023
Panel fit across doors and front and rear fittings flush with even gaps
Bodywork is straight and appears to be corrosion free with no accident damage reported
Underside is very good and appears as if just completed following restoration
No structural advisories on last MOT and no issues reported by seller
Sits on painted wire wheels which appear to be new and show no marks
Fitted with good quality 15in Continental tyres with well kept sidewalls and plenty of tread
Chromework is bright and complete with no obvious damage or tarnish
Fitted with front badge bar as shown
We are told that the boot release is unfortunately not working
Car sits evenly front to rear across its axles indicating good suspension condition
Tan leather interior has been fully retrimmed to a high standard
Cabin barely used since completion so presents as if virtually new
Car fitted with new seat covers
We are told that the car would benefit from a new hood
Fitted with good quality carpets and tailored MGA mats
Interior is factory standard including sprung four spoke Bakelite wheel
Switchgear presents well as do dashtop and door top rolls

The Mechanics

1,588cc MGA 4cyl engine
Twin SU carburettors and appears to be factory standard
Converted to 5spd gearbox in January 2021
Full mechanical rebuild during 2022/23 restoration
Car appears to have covered less than 1,000 miles since completion
Described as ‘running perfectly’ by seller
No reported running or driving issues

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