1957 MGA 1500 RHD Roadster For Sale

I wish to present my 1957 MGA 1500 Roadster finished in Glacier Blue. The vehicle was manufactured as a LHD vehicle in the UK then shipped to the USA. It was brought back to the UK and has undergone a full photographic restoration (by myself) converting to RHD and presented in the condition you see her today. I have all its import paperwork (tax Paid) It has been correctly registered with the DVLA showing correct age related plate and is now fully UK road legal. It is taxed as a historic vehicle. The vehicle has a British Motor Heritage Certificate showing production details/ colour and the factory options fitted along with confirming its matching numbers. I have receipts totaling well over £17, 000 (spent by me) no expense has been spared and I’m sure will provide many more years of enjoyment… The vehicle is registered to me with the V5 in my name and home address.



Engine/ Gearbox/ Cooling

The original engine but having the convenience of the cylinder head been fully stripped/ reconditioned and now able to run on unleaded fuel. Obviously fitted with a new cylinder head gasket. A new water pump was installed along with a Spin on Oil filter conversion. A New Radiator along with a New heater valve, New hoses, New fuel pump, Complete New Fuel Pipes, New clutch (3 part) along with new fly wheel ring gear. New original specification air filters, Stainless Steel Exhaust system – Using original cast manifold and all cables and hoses are new. A brand new starter motor and starter solenoid are also present.


Braking System

The vehicle is uprated to 1600 front discs – new calipers/ discs/ pads and hoses. The rear has new drums, cylinders and shoes. The back plates have also been powder coated. All the brake lines are new as are the handbrake cables. The Brake/ Clutch master cylinder is also brand new.


Electrical

The car benefits from a full new wiring loom. The Dynamo has ben replaced with a new Alternator conversion – Now negative earth. Twin batteries have been replace with a 1 x 12v battery conversion. New Lucas distributor/ points/ plugs and leads have also been fitted. There is a Battery Cut Off switch (discreetly behind drivers seat) plus a USB point (discreetly behind drivers seat). New front headlights, new horn, new number plate light are also on the vehicle.


Interior

What a lovely place to sit….. Black Carpet with separate underlay, Saville Grey armrest piped with Dove Grey, Saville Grey leather Faced Seats piped with Dove Grey, Saville Grey Capping Covers piped with Dove Grey, Saville Grey trim panels, new seat back squabs along with new seat foam bases have been fitted. Grey lap seatbelts add to your safety.

The vehicle has the adjustable steering column (Factory Fitted Option) which is mentioned on the Heritage Certificate. The original steering wheel is in place. I’ve fitted a walnut dashboard wich gives a warm luxurious feel. The original rev counter and oil/ water gauges have been professionally overhauled and serviced as has the fuel gauge.


Bodywork

Finished in Glacier Blue (same colour as left the Factory) with grey wing piping. Prior to painting there was absolutely no rust or rot anywhere. The Chassis is all original and solid – repainted using Black Chassis paint.

The following has been done - new complete inner & Outer Sills – both sides, new B pillars (both sides) along with O/ S & N/ S inner wheel arch panels ben replaced. To protect on the road new front & rear splash panels are in place. The boot floor is completely original – no work/ welding required. I’ve fitted complete new wooden floors. The car also benefits from a new radiator duct panel, original front wings (bottom of wings have been replaced/ repaired), original doors – no work required, N/ S rear wing original with bottom repaired, O/ S rear wing – complete new – (British Motor Heritage), New steel front valance, Boot lid – original alloy and in perfect condition. All new front and rear chrome bumpers/ over-riders, original front grill, new wing mirrors, new chrome vent grills, new windscreen arms/ wipers have been fitted.

A new black Everflex hood is fitted with zip rear screen.

Complementing the rear I have fitted a new chrome luggage rack. Just needs a wicker basket!


Suspension

The full system has been stripped with items either replaced or powder coated. New items include:- new rear leaf springs, new front Springs along with reconditioned dampers, All new bushes, new front hubs and seals. All front & rear bearings replaced. The vehicle sits on original ‘Factory’ Wire wheels – These have been professionally powder coated with new tyres fitted.


I also have the original side screens – refurbished with new seals and perspex.


I hope you agree my MGA is one of the better ones currently available to purchase. I live in Brough, East Yorkshire where the vehicle is available to view.


If you need any further information, please do not hesitate to ask.


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