1956 MG MGA Roadster For Sale

Highlights

Upgraded with an 1,800 cc B series engine, electronic ignition, modern oil filter and a number of other subtle enhancements

Upgraded electrical system with alternator charging and electronic ignition

Dinitrol corrosion inhibitor applied

Subject to a comprehensive restoration

Well-documented maintenance history

The Appeal

MG's first post-war offerings were starting to look rather old-fashioned by the early 1950s but that was all to change with the arrival of the MGA in 1955. It's streamlined body was honed at Le Mans and the MGA transformed the brand's image from purveyors of quaint little sports cars to leading players on the world stage.

This example was destined to a life stateside and has sicne retiurned to the UK. It boasts a comprehensive restoration and a number of upgrades including and 1,800 cc engine from and MGB. This car would be perfect for anyone who appreciates the beauty and charm of a classic sports car but also values more modern reliability and performance.

History and Paperwork

Factory left-hand drive example - exported in 1956

The vendor understands that the car spent much of its time in the State of Texas

Repatriated to UK in 2013

Acquired by the current owner in 2014

Documentation from previous US owners details a full body and interior restoration carried out prior to import

Yearly oil changes carried out in present ownership regardless of miles

Exempt from road tax and MOT testing

The Condition

Restored inside and out to a very good standard

A straight and reportedly corrosion-free example - benefiting from recent Dinitrol treatment

Handsome red paintwork which remains in lovely order with only the smallest imperfections such as stone chips and slight blooming on top of wings

The vendor points out a small ding and crease around the wheel arch on the offside-front wing

No rust apparent to any of the panels

Interior in very good condition, with slight wear in the passenger footwell and a small area of damage on the door caps

The Mechanics

1,800 cc MGB B Series engine fitted

Four-speed manual gearbox

Upgraded electrical system with 12v alternator charging and electronic ignition

Modern oil filter system installed (original retained)

New starter motor, clutch, steering rack, radiator, fuel tank, and fuel pump

Brakes restored with new master cylinder, wheel cylinders, and pads

New tyres fitted in 2020

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1956 MG MGA Roadster