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1961' MG MGA

£12,000

Published 8 March 2026ID: FbEA4p

Warwickshire
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Information from the owner

Body: Sports Car

Age: 65 years

Displacement: 1600 cc

Transmission: Manual

Exterior color: Black

Seller's comments about 1961' MG MGA

This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2026 on Saturday the 21st of March - Sunday the 22nd of March, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT.Handsomely presented in Chariot Red with black leather upholstery, a timeless colour combination that perfectly suits the elegant lines of the MG A RoadsterIntroduced in 1955 as a dramatic departure from the TF, the MG A’s sleek, low-slung bodywork marked a new era for MG and quickly established the model as one of Britain’s most successful post-war sports carsPowered by MG’s proven B-Series four-cylinder engine, renowned for its durability, eager character and excellent parts support, making the MG A as usable as it is collectiblePeriod road tests praised the MG A for its crisp steering, strong braking and composed handling, The Motor magazine recording a top speed of over 95mph and 0–60mph in around 16 seconds — impressive performance for the era'On-the-button' following recent investment, presenting as a car that is ready to be enjoyed immediately rather than requiring further fettlingWorks with an MG specialist garage include both inner wishbone bushes and arms, top and bottom bolt kits, fuel pipe, rear brake cylinders, carburettor overhaul, water pump, coolant hoses and a full service totalling £1, 582 in 2023Fitted with brand new Dunlop-style racing alloy wheels, subtly enhancing the sporting aesthetic while retaining a wonderfully period-correct appearanceThe open Roadster configuration remains the purest expression of the model, offering wind-in-the-hair motoring combined with a surprisingly refined long-distance touring capability