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Highlights

Early USA market Mk1
Very good condition Orient Red car
Factory original and unmodified car
Long term Danish owner
Regularly used and service
Eligible for the Mille Miglia

The Appeal

Perhaps, 70 years on, it is easy to miss the point. But the MGA was a radical step change for Britain’s most traditional of sports car makers. After years of cars that echoed the pre-war style, the appropriately named A was a clean-sheet design. A fresh start.

Unfussy, sleek aerodynamic styling put the car at odds with the competition and set MG up for market-leading success in America. It also explains the car’s enduring appeal with enthusiasts. And thanks to great parts and club support, plus an enthusiastic owner scene, these are thoroughly rewarding cars to own and enjoy.

This early 1500 Mk1 displays all the reasons why these care are so popular. Classically finished in Orient Red over black leather it is pleasingly factory standard and in superb condition - certainly one of the best we have seen recently. Danish registered and in the hands of its enthusiast keeper for the last 13 years it has been used regularly - so should be usefully reliable - and regularly serviced.

The History and Paperwork

Originally a Californian USA car
Danish registration documents record first registration as December 1957
First registered in Denmark in February 2006
Owned by its registered keeper for the last 13 years
Regularly used by keeper including 4,172 miles covered in last eight years
Early Mk1 1500 built late 1956 according to chassis records
Californian registration plate included in car
Regularly serviced in-house during keeper’s tenure
Described as being in ‘excellent condition’ according to vendor

The Condition

Very good, factory standard condition
Sleek and simple A styling devoid of unnecessary bodywork detailing
Orient Red paintwork in very good order with consistent colour and shine
Sits on factory steels with chrome hub caps and matching spare all unmarked
Quality vintage specification Cooper tyres fitted all round
MG Car Club Denmark badge reflects enthusiastic owner
Good panel fit across body with no visible corrosion or deterioration
Underside in similarly well kept order
Bright chromework across car including stylish luggage rack
Black vinyl roof in good order with clear screen
Tonneau and side panels, all well kept, also included
Unmodified, beautifully simple interior with body colour dashboard and Smiths dials
Black leather seats with red piping following condition of rest of car
Factory original four spoke sprung Bakelite steering wheel

The Mechanics

Original matching numbers 1,489cc 66bhp 4cyl MG engine
4spd manual gearbox
Correct factory specification including twin SU carburettors
Vendor reports that the car runs and drives exactly as it should
Regularly maintained and serviced
Sparing but continuous use by seller over last eight years

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