Highlights
- One of 8,719 MGA 1600 Mark II Roadsters produced, featuring late-production updates including revised rear lights and recessed-slat grille
- Extensively restored from the chassis up, with only 1,795 miles covered since
- In current ownership since 2012, forming part of a six-car British collection
- Matching serial numbers reportedly confirmed
- French Contrôle Technique valid to June 2028
The Appeal
The MGA 1600 Mark II represented the final and most refined evolution of MG's beloved sports car before the MGB took the reins. With its engine bored out to 1,622cc, front disc brakes, and subtle cosmetic revisions, the Mark II offered a meaningful step forward in both performance and usability, and as one of just 8,719 examples produced, it has become an increasingly sought-after variant among MGA devotees.
This 1962 Roadster has benefited from an extensive chassis-up restoration and has covered a mere 1,795 miles since that work was completed. Acquired in 2012 from a specialist dealer in Roeschwoog, it has since formed part of a small collection of British cars and has been used sparingly as a result. The vendor rates the bodywork, paintwork, interior, and mechanicals very highly, describing the red paintwork as free from scratches or dents and the beige leather interior as well-matched throughout. The rebuilt engine is reported to run with correct oil pressure, and the car is said to start readily, with a smooth gearbox and light steering.
Presented on a French Carte Grise de Collection with a Contrôle Technique valid to June 2028, this MGA comes accompanied by its side-screens, tonneau cover, and an MGA leather suitcase. For those seeking a late-production MGA Roadster in thoroughly restored condition, this example warrants close attention.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1962
- Purchased in 2012 from Garage SL AUTOMOBILES (Schneider in Roeschwoog)
- French Carte Grise de Collection held
- Contrôle Technique valid to June 2028
- New battery fitted in May 2025
- The odometer does not reflect total mileage from new; the original speedometer was replaced with a second-hand unit showing 25,896 miles, and the current reading is 27,693 miles
- Service history rated as good by the vendor
The Condition
- The vendor describes the bodywork as being in very good order, with well-aligned doors
- Red paintwork reported to be free from scratches or dents
- Beige leather seats with matching armrests, door trims, and dashboard
- New mohair hood fitted
- Comes with side-screens, tonneau cover, and MGA leather suitcase
- Additional MESTRAC gauge fitted
- Minor defects noted by the vendor: dipped headlights set too low, and excessive wheel alignment drift
The Mechanics
- 1,622cc B-Series inline-four, 90hp
- Four-speed manual transmission
- Front disc brakes
- Engine rebuilt, with normal oil pressure reported
- The vendor reports the car starts well and is pleasant to drive, with light steering
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