1958 MGA 1500 Roadster

The MGA was a sports car produced by the MG division of The British Motor Corporation from 1955 to 1962. It replaced the older "T-type" cars and represented a complete styling break from the, effectively pre-war, older vehicles. The A was officially launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1955. Only 5,869 cars were sold on the home market, giving the MGA the highest export percentage of any British car at that time, and was duly replaced by the MGB in May 1962.

During World War II, a large number of American army personnel fell in love with British Sports cars, and consequently following the war and during the 1950s, many were shipped back to the USA and order books at MG, Triumph and Austin-Healey were overwhelmed by orders from 'across the pond'.

This UK-supplied right-hand drive MGA Roadster, was specified new in the desirable colour of Orient Red with a black leather interior and was purchased by a gentleman in the American Army and subsequently shipped back to the USA when he returned home.

Over the course of two years between 2012 and 2013, this charming 1500 Roadster was returned to its former glory and treated to a comprehensive restoration to original specification. The body was removed from the chassis and the engine and gearbox were fully rebuilt. As a testament to the quality of the work, the car was awarded 'Best in Show' at the Central America's Gathering of the Faithful (GOF) Concours competition. This is one of the largest MG get-togethers in the Midwest and over 100 MGs were entered into the competition.

Since completion, only 3,200 miles have been covered and the car is reported to be in fine driving condition, attracting admiration wherever it goes. Supplied with a good folder of bills and receipts for the restoration, all side screens and tonneau, and some pictures of the restoration. A UK registration document has been applied for at the time of cataloguing. Offered today at a fraction of what it would cost to replicate this restoration, this MGA Roadster is a fine tribute to its former owner, who clearly lavished the car with love and investment over the years.