Highlights

• Full body-off restoration completed in the 1990s - used sparingly ever since
• UK-supplied right-hand drive example
• British Motor Industry Heritage Trust factory record supplied
• Supplied with selection of original parts for those who favour total originality
• Upgraded with disc brakes and a new chrome wire wheels

The Appeal

Hailing from the golden era of British sports cars, the MGA is renowned for its sleek, aerodynamic bodywork, a significant departure from the more traditional MG models of the time. Inspired by contemporary Le Mans works entrants, the MGA was ahead of its time and soon gained a reputation for its impressive performance.

This particular MGA is a superb example, having undergone a full body-off restoration in the 1990s. It's a UK car in right-hand drive, built during the first twelve months of production - adding to its appeal for collectors and enthusiasts. It has been upgraded with disc brakes and a new chrome wire wheel conversion, but all original parts are included for those who prefer total originality. With a certified copy of the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust factory record available along with a wealth of paperwork, this MGA is sure to be coveted by collectors the world over.

History and Paperwork

• Built between 24-26 April 1956, in the first 12 months of production
• Full body-off restoration started in 1984 and completed in the 1990s
• The car was completely stripped and professionally rebuilt by The MGA Centre in Darlington
• Mileage reset to zero after the restoration
• Since the rebuild, it has covered very few miles, only in dry weather and never on salty roads
• Purchased by Mr. A Grant in 1998 and owned by him until 2020, covering 318 miles
• Stored in Mr. Grant's garage under dust sheets after a faulty SU fuel pump issue
• No service documents, but full documentation of the restoration is available
• The rebuild is documented with all the new parts that were used
• The car was first MOT tested in 1996, having only covered 4 miles since completion
• The next MOT was in June 1999 with the mileage then at 435
• After being bought in May 1998 by a Mr Grant via Grundy Mack a specialist classic car firm, the next MOT was in June 1999 the miles then 435
• After very few miles, it was stored in his garage until the vendor bought it in 2022
• The car was recommissioned and cleaned up in present ownership
• Vehicle has undergone a registration transfer since restoration
• Road tax and MOT exempt

The Condition

• Having been dry-stored and seldom used since the rebuild, we're assured that the car is corrosion-free
• Recommissioned and cleaned up during current ownership, with any pitted chrome replaced including the bumpers
• Its undergone a wire wheel conversion during present ownership - (steel wheels supplied also)
• Shod with Michelin X tyres
• Inside, everything was replaced for new, except for the seat bases
• New side screens (unused in present ownership)
• The hood was replaced, as was the tonneau - so both remain in excellent shape
• Hood replaced during the rebuild and is in perfect condition, as is the tonneau cover
• The paint now exhibits a patina of time and some minor imperfections commensurate with an older restoration
• Everything in the car works perfectly according to the vendor

The Mechanics

• 1500 cc four-cylinder petrol engine
• Four-speed manual gearbox
• The drum brakes have been replaced with discs for significantly improved braking performance 
• All the original mechanical parts are included with the car for those who would like to return it to absolute original specification