Description
This car is Lot 196 to be auctioned by Bonhams|Cars at Les Grandes Marques du Monde à Paris Sale on 6 February, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Public Viewing:
Available Tuesday 4 February from 08:00 until 18:00 and Wednesday 5 February from 9 AM - 6 PM, at The Grand Palais Historique, Paris.
Lot 196
1936 MG Midget PA Supercharged Tourer
Registration no.
Chassis no. PA2107
Formerly part of the Montabaur Collection of MG cars
Desirable supercharged specification
Present ownership since circa 2005
British registration document
"This latest model is a marked improvement in all respects over its forbears," reported The Autocar magazine after road-testing the new P-Type (PA) Midget in November 1934. A replacement for the successful J2 Midget, the PA followed the general lines of its predecessor but was equipped with a more robust version of MG's 847cc, four-cylinder, overhead-camshaft engine benefiting from a stronger three-bearing crankshaft and better lubrication. Chassis alterations included a longer wheelbase, strengthened transmission and 12"-diameter (up from 8") brakes. Top speed was in the region of 75mph, while for those looking for more speed there was always the option of a supercharger. Built in two- and four-seater variants, the PA in the latter form was the last Midget to offer sports car motoring for the family.
This supercharged PA was purchased at a UK auction circa 2005 having been offered from the Montabaur Collection - 'one of Europe's finest collections of pre- and post-war sporting MGs' - where it had resided since 1997. When sold at the aforementioned auction the car was described as having had a 'comprehensive restoration' since joining the Montabaur Collection and was said to be 'on the button' and ready for use or show. Accompanying documentation consists of a copy of the auction catalogue description and a UK V5C Registration Certificate.
Please note that if this vehicle is sold to a French private buyer or an EU private individual the reduced rate of Import VAT at 5. 5% will be charged on the hammer price. The Import VAT will be invoiced to you by our custom broker who will also charge a clearance fee. If you buy as a Trader or Company however, the Finances Publiques will charge you directly (based on our customs broker clearance) and the French VAT Import Charges will not appear on your Bonhams invoice. Please note that if you purchase as an EU Company, you are required to pay the VAT in your registered country at the relevant rate. Import rates to other EU Countries may vary and an administration fee will be charged to prepare the necessary customs clearance. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Bonhams Motorcar Department or our recommended shippers.
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