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  • Classic Corner!!! — 1959 MG A 1500 Roadster. Red – Black Leather Seats – Black Hood. Classic Lines.

  • Devonshire Car Specialists of Torbay are Pleased to Present to the Market a Very Special Example of this  MG A 1500 Roadster RHD. Finished in Orient Red with Black Hood – Black Leather Seats with Red Pipping – Black Wilton Carpets – Orient Red Dash.

    The Appeal:

    MGA made its debut in 1955 and was a marked departure from the previous ‘TF’ Series. With curvaceous up to the minute styling classic lines, the new MGA ha d taken MG years ahead overnight, which are as eye-catching at classic car events today as they were seventy years ago. Mark I cars are especially sought after, though most were exported to North America and South Africa.

    The interior is especially impressive, dominated by an Outsized Four-spoke Steering Wheel ahead of Chrome-ringed Dials and Orient Red Dash, traditional Pull-switches. Period age related Radio-mobile radio, Other period details like the Wire wheels and Chrome luggage rack have also been superbly maintained across this time-capsule car.

    The Highlights:

    1959 MG A 1500cc Mark 1 Roadster

    Cylinder capacity: 1489

    Chassis Number: GHNL71787

    Date Built: 8-9 July 1959 UK Abingdon

    Despatched 10th July 1959 Destination Dealer USA

    Imported, Repatriate from USA, and Recommissioned, First Registered in UK August 1990

    It has Undergone a Most Comprehensive Restoration with Considerable Attention to Detail.

    Last Owner since  2011, A Retired MG Specialists Engineer.

    Dry Stored Garage since 2011

    Factory fitted: Optional Period Wire Wheels with Continental Contact  165/R-15in Tyres

    Factory fitted: Heated Box

    Chrome Luggage Rack

    Tonneau Cover – Undamaged Side Screen

    British  Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate

    Historic Vehicle: MOT and Tax’s Exempt

    UK Registration Certificate V5C on File in Office — New MOT

    The Mechanics:

    Compressive Restoration, but Mechanically Unmodified

    Engine: 4 Cylinder – “BMC B series” Twin  SU H4 Carburettors

    Gearbox: 4-Speed Manual

    Summary:

    A particularly fine example of the much-sought-after MG A 1500 Roadster. Beautifully Finished in Orient Red, and Mechanically well sorted, and a delight to drive, it is sure to impress the collectors and the enthusiasts alike.

    Transport Delivery can be arranged and quoted for throughout the UK.

    £27,495 — Classic Corner — In Showroom now.