Description
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire
Viewing: Tues 28th April 2026 from 12pm
Auction: Wed 29th April 2026 from 9am
Location: St John's Rd, Buxton SK17 6BE
1986 Austin Metro 1330cc
Previous Goodwood competitor
Estimate
£6, 000 - £8, 000
Registration No: C841 PHF
Chassis No: SAXXFDNB1AD661446
MOT: August 2026
Entered from the Moorlands Collection
Built to a fast-road specification with many modifications
Extensive modification lists with approximately 115 horsepower on tap
Offered for sale with a history file, Current Swansea V5C and an MOT valid until August 2026
The MG Metro was introduced in May 1982 some 18 months after the closure of the MG factory at Abingdon. MG’s first attempt at the then new ‘hot hatch’ era, it was the perception of many manufacturers that most car buyers were concerned open top two seat sports cars were something from the past. The MG Metro boasted some quite positive features for the day including the standard use of powerful servo assisted brakes using four pot (piston) calipers up front, very competitive performance and superb economy courtesy of the responsive and well proven A+ series engine. With around 120, 000 made between 1982 and 1990, most are of the facelift variant launched in October 1984 where the bonnet line was lowered and streamlined, and a new interior and dash moulding was introduced.
This well-prepared Austin Metro from the Moorlands Collection has been extensively developed for competition use, making it suitable for a variety of disciplines including circuit racing, hill climbs, sprints, and rallying, while remaining road legal. Professionally built to fast-road specification with many modifications, the car holds a valid MOT certificate until August 2026 and has recently undergone a comprehensive refresh, including the installation of new FIA-approved seats, harnesses, and a plumbed-in fire system. Eligible for the 2026 MG Metro Cup, the car has competed at notable UK circuits such as Goodwood, Cadwell Park, Oulton Park, Silverstone, and Brands Hatch during its life.
Producing approximately c. 115bhp, the engine features upgraded internal components and performance enhancements, supported by a close-ratio straight-cut gearbox and various track-focused modifications. Overall, this is a well-sorted and competitive example, presented in excellent condition and ready for immediate use.
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Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people).
