Highlights
- Complete restoration, with over €20,000 invested in parts alone
- In the hands of its current owner for approximately 15 years
- Three consecutive French MOT tests passed without any failures
The Appeal
The MG MGA represents a genuine departure from the T-series models it replaces. Its modern and aerodynamic design constitutes a radical evolution compared to its predecessors, whilst the Coupé version, with its fixed roof, adds an extra touch of elegance and comfort, whilst still offering greater everyday versatility without losing the sporting character inherent to the MGA.
Today, the MGA benefits from a solid enthusiast community and remains a classic car that is as pleasurable to drive as it is to maintain.
This left-hand drive example, presented in an elegant combination of black with red interior, has benefited from a complete restoration during its long period of current ownership. Completed in 2011 by its owner, who undertook this project after his retirement, the work was carried out under the supervision of a professional mechanic specialising in classic cars.
The work was particularly extensive. The chassis was fully restored, corroded bodywork elements were replaced after shot-blasting, then the shell was protected with an epoxy primer before receiving a complete respray with lacquer finish. The interior was entirely renovated and the 1,600 cc engine was removed and rebuilt with numerous new components.
Accompanied by an MOT valid until April 2028 and well-documented service history, this MGA Coupé represents a particularly appealing example.
Key Information
- Mileage: 50,598 miles (stated as original)
- Country of Registration: France
- MOT: Valid until April 2028
- Engine: 1,600 cc four-cylinder petrol engine
- Transmission: Four-speed manual gearbox
- Documentation: Matching numbers confirmed and MOT history available
Details
- Chassis comprehensively restored
- Replacement of corroded bodywork panels after shot-blasting, notably the sill and left-hand pillar
- Bodywork fully shot-blasted, primed with epoxy and resprayed in black with lacquer finish
- Interior completely renovated: seats, door panels, headlining, walnut burr veneer dashboard and carpets
- Engine removed and rebuilt with numerous new parts, including brake cylinders, connecting rods, main bearing shells, inlet and exhaust valves, brake master cylinder, radiator and starter motor
- Installation of an electric cooling fan
- Complete stainless steel exhaust system, from manifold to rear silencer
- Koni rear dampers
- New wire wheels
- Boot rack installed
- Vehicle stored in a garage
- MOT tests from 2020, 2022 and 2024 passed without any failures, according to the seller
- The seller describes a very pleasant car to drive, offering good performance and decidedly sporting handling
- The driver's door lock requires replacement, the key having been lost
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