Highlights
- Comprehensively restored in 2023 by Phoenix Classic Cars Ltd with less than 1,000 miles covered since
- Full body restoration and mechanical rebuild to a tune of over £30,000 (invoices and photos included)
- Converted to a desirable 5-speed Type 9 Sierra gearbox in aluminium casing
- Very smart car in fetching black and tan colour scheme
- Desirable original UK RHD Mk1 1600 and one of the last built
- Regularly maintained and reported to ‘run perfectly’
- Been in the same family ownership for nearly 40 years
- We advise on giving Phoenix Classic Cars Ltd a call on 01202 622808 to discuss details of the in-depth restoration
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 - an original 'home market' RHD 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 as a RHD car in 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
- Chassis records confirm this as a genuine 1,588cc Mk1 RHD home market car
- DVLA records 1 registered keeper
- Factory handbook
- Some invoices and receipts as shown
- Reported to have been restored in 2022/2023 by Phoenix Classic Cars Ltd
- 5spd manual gearbox fitted in January 2021
- Desirable 5-speed Type 9 Sierra gearbox in aluminium casing
- 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
- The boot release is 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 has a brand new hood that hasn't been fitted yet
- 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
- Chassis records confirm this is a genuine RHD 1,588cc car
- 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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