1957 | MG MGA 1500

The MGA replaced the MG TF 1500 Midget and represented a complete styling break from MG’s earlier sports cars. Launched to the public at the 1955 Frankfurt motor show with its radically streamlined steel body the MGA was a big leap forward in technology for MG. Concerned about how such a radically streamlined car would be accepted, MG chose to debut two prototype cars at the Le Mans 24-hour race. The prototyped cars finished a very respectable 5th and 6th in class, powered by the new B – Series engine that had recently debuted in the MG Magnette saloon. The 1489 cc engine produced 68 bhp initially, but was soon uprated to 72 bhp. Offering impressive performance with a 0-60 mph time of just 16 seconds and onto a top speed of 98 mph. During its production a total of 101,081 cars were sold with a mere 5869 being produced for the home market. Other significant improvements included hydraulic Lockheed drum brakes all round, rack and pinion steering and independent coil spring suspension to the front and semi-elliptic springs to the rear.

The MGA 1500 Roadster offered here at Autostorico was first registered in 1957 in the UK as an original right-hand drive car. Finished in its original colour Black with Red leather interior and Black carpets.

Having undergone a full restoration back in the late 1990s which included a bare metal respray and mechanical overhaul including engine, gearbox, and suspension rebuild. Other notable works included overhauling the braking system, re-wire and interior re-trim. The car was bought by its current owner in January 2020 who has used it sparingly. The car has recently undergone a mechanical inspection and service by FW Motors a classic car specialist in Watlington, Oxfordshire.

Specification highlights include; Louvered bonnet, tonneau cover, side screens and hood.

Supplied with a history file including a current V5 registration document, previous MOT’s, heritage certificate, restoration photos, numerous invoices and other related history.

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