1959 | MG MGA 1600

Transmission: 4 gears, Manual gearbox
Wheelbase: 239 cm
Registration number: DM-04-22

1.557 / 5.000
The MGA is a sports car produced by MG from 1955 to 1962.

The MGA replaced the MG TF 1500 Midget and represented a complete departure from MG's previous sports cars. Announced on 26 September 1955, the car was officially launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show. A total of 101,476 units were sold by the end of production in July 1962, the vast majority of which were exported. 5,869 cars were sold on the domestic market and the MGA was replaced by the MGB.

The 1489 cc engine with twin H4-type SU carburettors initially produced 68 bhp (51 kW), but was soon upgraded to 72 bhp (54 kW). All-wheel Lockheed hydraulic drum brakes were used. A coupé version was also produced, bringing the total production of standard MGAs to 58,750.

An early open car tested by British magazine The Motor in 1955 had a top speed of 97.8 mph (157.4 km/h) and could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 16.0 seconds. Fuel consumption was recorded at 26.7 miles per imperial gallon (10.6 L/100 km; 22.2 mpg‑US). The test car cost £844 including tax.

This MGA presented here is a somewhat older but fully restored car. The car was driven all over Europe by its previous owner and never missed a beat. It is a dark red with black leather upholstery. It starts very easily and drives, steers and shifts superbly. If you are looking for a very well driving MGA then this is the car for you.