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Highlights

Dry climate South African car
Only two registered keepers from new
First owner cherished the car for nearly half a century
Professionally refreshed by renowned MG restorer Ricky Cooper
Complete with all weather equipment

The Appeal

The MGA 1500 Roadster represents a pivotal moment in British sports car design, moving MG from the pre-war styling of the T-series to a sleek, modern silhouette that captured the spirit of the 1950s. This right-hand drive example offers the increasingly rare combination of originality and quality preservation, having benefited from South Africa's dry, temperate climate throughout its life.

This 1959 MGA boasts remarkable provenance, having been cherished by just two careful registered keepers since new. The first keeper maintained the car for nearly half a century in Queenstown's dry inland climate, preserving it from the elements that typically plague British classics. Under current ownership, the car received expert attention from renowned MG specialist Ricky Cooper of Knysna, who was tasked with enhancing the car's presentation while carefully preserving its originality. The result is a well-presented MGA that retains its authentic character while offering the reliability and condition rarely found in examples of this age.

History and Paperwork

First registered in 1959 and has had only two registered keepers from new
First keeper maintained the car for nearly 50 years in Queenstown, South Africa
Second and current keeper is Mr. Davies, a Welsh expatriate living in Paarl in the Cape Winelands
Recently received a major service and tune-up
Has been part of a carefully curated private collection, stored in a custom-built facility in Central South Africa
Being sold due to the current political climate in South Africa
International shipping options available via Freight Factory at pre-negotiated rates of £1,500 from Cape Town to Felixstowe, UK

The Condition

The vendor states the car has never been neglected or abused
Professionally refreshed by renowned MG restorer Ricky Cooper of Knysna
Restoration brief was to "keep it true to form, polish it, but retain the originality"
Bodywork presents exceedingly well, having benefited from South Africa's dry, temperate climate
Smart paintwork and chrome
Complete with all weather equipment
No notable wear apparent to the seat upholstery
Painted wire wheels in very smart order
Has been dry stored in a custom-built facility in Central South Africa

The Mechanics

1500cc B Series four-cylinder petrol engine
Four-speed manual transmission
Recently received a major service and tune-up
The vendor reports the car "runs well, and is a joy to own"
Appears in good running order following recent mechanical attention

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