Make: | MG |
Model: | MGA |
SubModel: | 1600 MK 1 |
Type: | Convertible |
Trim: | chariot red roadster with 15" wire wheels |
Year: | 1959 |
Mileage: | 42,039 |
VIN: | C-JM23890 |
Color: | chariot red |
Engine: | new MGB 1800cc engine |
Cylinders: | 4 |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Transmission: | Manual |
Drive type: | RWD |
Interior color: | black leather |
Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Item location: | Manassas, Virginia, United States |
This beautiful car was restored in two phases. In 2005, he body was restored, dding a burled walnut dashboard and steering wheel. New cloth covered wiring harness, tereo/cd changer (under dash), ebuilt transmission, ew steering rack, lectric cooling fan, ual battery tray with external terminals, nd a "kill" switch, ll located behind passenger seat. I purchased this car in 2012, nd continued the restoration. In 2016, herestoration was completed, nd includes a new MGB 1800 cc engine (installed at 37,953 miles, ebuilt 3.9 MGB differential, ew brakes, nbsp;new gas gauge sending unit, ustom aluminum high performance radiator, ebuilttwin SU carburetors, an shroud, nd oil cooler installedby Vintage Restorations, TD. The speedometer was completely rebuilt, nd reinstalled with a new speedometer cable. A new mohair three window top was installed, nd has a zippered rear window that can be opened for better top up ventilation. Both seat cushions are new. The side curtains and tonneau cover are in good condition. The Vredestein high performance tires have slightly over 4000 miles on them; and the spare tire is new with a used cover. The car has new jack and tire changing equipment. The 15" wire wheels are chrome painted and in good condition. This car has always been garaged since my purchase.
I have driven this car on some wonderful trips, nd she is a great driver! I have over $40,000. invested in "Maggie", ut have to sell as I am moving and can't take her with us.