MGA ROADSTER
ENGINE 1489cc/4-cyl/OHV POWER 68bhp@5500rpm TORQUE 77lb ft@3500rpm MAXIMUM SPEED 90mph 0-60MPH 14.9sec FUEL CONSUMPTION 19-31mpg TRANSMISSION RWD, four-speed manual MoT 12 months from sale ODOMETER 64,926 miles
WHAT’S IT LIKE TO DRIVE?
Sliding behind the wheel and firing up this renovated MGA is quite a special moment. It behaves impeccably, returning good oil pressure and water temperature readings. The twin carb B-series engine performs admirably and what the car lacks in all-out poke it more than makes up for by the joyful driving experience. It sounds amazing on full chat, handling is positive and lively and steering accurate and direct.
BODYWORK CHECK
The car was restored in 2019 and the workmanship is of the highest order. As such the body is flawless, the paint unblemished and all panel gaps perfectly aligned. The chrome trim is spotless and the wire wheels in top condition. The matching Kumho Power Star 758 tyres are all wearing evenly and will not need to be replaced any time soon. It’s a similar story underneath the car, which is still astonishingly clean thanks to the restoration; the usual problem areas – crossmembers and rear spring hangars – are perfect and the rot-free wooden floors look factory fresh.
EXTERIOR
As fresh as when it left Abingdon
INTERIOR
Faultless throughout and well put together
MECHANICALS
Well-tuned engine Tight gearbox
HOW’S THE INTERIOR?
The matching red-on-red interior is a bold choice but it’s in superb condition throughout. Poor restorations can be more trouble than they’re worth but that is definitely not the case here and the fit of all of the interior trim pieces is spot on. Nothing is loose or rattly and everything feels well put together. The car comes with full wet weather gear, along with a tonneau, hood and hood pack, all of which are in great condition and fit perfectly. The carpets are dry with no evidence of historic or current water ingress into the cabin and all of the switchgear works as it should. That said, the speedometer does appear to be over-reading slightly.
UNDER THE BONNET
As expected, the engine bay is just as tidy as the rest of the car and all of the correct identification plates are present. It’s also clean and free from grime and corrosion. All belts, leads and hoses look fresh and the radiator is in excellent condition. Both engine and drivetrain are free from any fluid leaks and the idle speed is exactly as it should be. Suspension components, including the rear leaf springs, are in fine fettle and the drum brakes work perfectly. The car comes with a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate and full photographic record of the professional restoration process.
THE CCW VIEW
If you’re looking for the ultimate classic British sports car experience, then this is the car for you. It may be edging the top end of the price scale but you really do get what you pay for and what you’re paying for here is an absolute peach of an MGA. This is a turn-key resto car that can be used and enjoyed immediately.
1993, 49916 miles, £3000, Low mileage, beautiful classic car, contact for further details. 07507 853207, Guildford 1903, Open to offers, Pie van, drives well, been with us long time, only for sale due to bereavement, best offer 07768 710030 1985, 6,900 miles, £1,750, FSH, manual, toolkit, pump, new tyres, good starter & runner, all original though some respray aspects, easy to handle lightweight thanks to alloy, matching Nos, V5C, MoT May 21, lovely condition. 01536 515851, Northamptonshire