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Description

• Classic British roadster MG A
• Equipped with a 1.6-liter engine (original engine replaced)
• Good professional restoration carried out
• Elegant beige color scheme
• Belgian registration papers

The MG A is one of the most iconic British sports cars of the 1950s. With its low, streamlined body and lightweight construction, this model represented a major step forward for MG compared to the earlier T-Series models. The MG A combines classic British style with a pleasant and pure driving experience, making it a beloved classic among vintage roadster enthusiasts today.

This example from 1957 was professionally restored in the past and, according to our inspection, presents itself in good condition. The car comes in a stylish beige color scheme and retains the authentic character of this classic British sports car.

Our inspection team at Oldtimerfarm has prepared an expertise report with the following findings.

Technical data
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• Make: MG
• Model: A
• Year: 1957
• First registration: 15/09/1957
• Engine: 1.6-liter four-cylinder (original engine replaced)
• Transmission: Manual gearbox (4-speed)
• Color: Beige
• Mileage: 21,414 miles (indicated mileage)
• Chassis number: HDL4363545

Condition and points of attention
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• Restoration and originality: good professional restoration
• Bodywork: repainted, presents well with signs of use
• Paint: repainted with normal signs of use
• Underside: original and honest condition, older restoration; surface rust
• Remark underside: torn steering box dust boot

• Tires: good condition, but rear tires are old and need replacement (front Vredestein Sprint from 2023, rear Hankook from 1986)

• Interior, soft top and carpets: interior restored with signs of use; soft top improved with fabric version instead of plastic and in good condition

• Chassis number check: re-stamped (location: cross member in front of passenger seat)
• Engine bay: older restoration with surface rust

### Engine and mechanics

• Engine: good honest condition
• Engine remark: original engine replaced by a 1.6-liter engine
• Fluids and maintenance: well maintained
• Battery: to be replaced in the foreseeable future

• Clutch: signs of wear
• Gearbox: signs of wear; third gear synchromesh not working properly
• Brakes: work well
• Handbrake: works well

### Electrical system

• horn, wipers, heating and dashboard work

• Lights: repair required – right rear parking light not working

### Suspension and axles

• work well

Documents
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• Belgian registration papers

This MG A can be viewed at Oldtimerfarm,
Lobulckstraat 9 – 9880 Aalter (Belgium).

Request the full inspection report via info@oldtimerfarm.be

or call +32 (0)472 40 13 38.

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Warranty
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hddtep8ekn0&t=1s

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Purchase procedure
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Condition & Registration

Registered
Ready to drive: Not provided

Mille Miglia eligible

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make: MG
Model series: MGA
Model name: MGA 1500
Manufacturer code: MK I
First registration date: Not provided
Year of manufacture: 1957
Mileage (read): 21,417 mi
Chassis number: Not provided
Engine number: Not provided
Gearbox number: Not provided
Matching numbers: Not provided
Number of owners: Not provided

Technical details

Body style: Convertible (Roadster)
Power (kW/hp): 53/72
Cubic capacity (cm³): 1489
Cylinders: 4
Doors: 2
Steering: Left (LHD)
Gearbox: Manual
Gears: Not provided
Transmission: Rear
Front brakes: Drum
Rear brakes: Drum
Fuel type: Petrol

1957 | MG MGA 1500

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