Highlights

Desirable late model Mk1 with more powerful 1,600cc engine
Older restoration in original Chariot Red
Good history file including engine work, timing chain and alloy radiator
Very smart car inside and out that is ready to enjoy
Voluntary MOT to June 2025

The Appeal

With its thoroughly modern, aerodynamic styling the MGA was a marked change from what went before. That didn’t stop MG continuously improving it, adding more power and luxury throughout its life.

Of the many MGA varieties, the Mk1 1600 roadster feels, to us, amongst the most appealing. These cars mix the unadulterated aesthetics of the original with more power. No wonder they are popular modern classics, easily able to keep up with busy contemporary roads.

This Chariot Red 1600 certainly stands out. It is an original, home market RHD car, its bright paintwork accenting the A’s extensive brightwork. Inside there is a lovely cream leather cabin with well kept dials and switchgear.

A restoration was completed a few years ago, but remains very well preserved. Subsequent use has only added the lightest touch of patina, such as some creasing to the seats. Arguably this just adds to its character.

The good history file shows regular maintenance, most recently including a new aluminium Serck radiator, replacement head gasket and timing belt and a new starter motor. There is a BMIHT certificate and it is usefully MOT’d to June 2025. That is, of course, not a legal requirement but adds further reassurance for the buyer.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1960
DVLA records first registration as November 2012
This may be due to a restoration and re-registration following a period off the road
We note two registered keepers since 2012
Current keeper since February 2017
Factory handbook and workshop manual as shown
Good history file showing regular maintenance
Various invoices from 2017 onwards shown in photos
These include work to head gasket, timing chain, new radiator and new starter motor
Battery replaced in June 2024
BMIHT certificate dated May 2017 showing original colour scheme and confirming this as a home market RHD car
V5C in current keeper’s name
Registered as a Historic Vehicle so MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt by age
MOT to 13th June 2025 with minor advisories to note
6,778 miles showing on MOT and 6,920 showing on odometer in photos
We cannot verify this mileage and buyers should assume it has been around the clock due to the five-digit odometer

The Condition

Bright and well-kept Chariot Red paintwork in very good order
Paintwork presents well with bright, polished and consistent finish across panels
As an older restoration some light aging should be expected, but none appears unsightly
Bodywork in great condition with panels, seams, arches and sills in very good order
Panel fit across the car is generally good with some very slight misalignment to note to doors
Chromework is bright, complete and well-kept with no obvious tarnish
As the chromework appears to be an older restoration there is some light aging
Car is fitted with neat accessories such as rear luggage rack, auxiliary lights, wing top ‘bullet’ mirrors and badge bar
Sits on smart and well-kept chromed wire wheels which appear largely free of tarnish
Matching tyres fitted all round showing good sidewall condition and plenty of tread
Underside is in good order with no structural advisories on current MOT
Car sits level across its front and rear axles indicating springs in good order
Unmodified and well-kept cream leather interior in very good condition
Cabin shows light signs of wear but these are minor and arguably add character
This include some light creasing to the seats
Switchgear appears to have been refreshed or renewed and has clear white decals
Cream dash roll, bulkhead roll and door tops match seats and all in good order
Black carpets are smart with no obvious stains or damage and appear to have been renewed
Neat details retained such as radio blanking plate, speaker grille and four-spoke spring Bakelite wheel

The Mechanics

1,588cc 4cyl engine developing 79.5bhp
4spd manual gearbox
Uprated aluminium Serck radiator fitted in 2021
1600 car with front disc brakes
Good history file showing recent engine work and new parts
These are summarised above and also shown in photos
Usefully supplied with voluntary current MOT with minor advisories to note
We have no reports of mechanical or running gear issues

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