Vehicle Description
You can tell that this 1958 MGA is a great car just from the
photos, but the reason it looks so good under our lights is that
it's been treated to a full-blown, no-expense spared, comprehensive
frame-off restoration that catapults it squarely into near
concourse-quality. In addition to be seeing such a great looker,
it's an absolute joy to drive because absolutely everything has
been sorted, and if you've been watching the market, you already
know that these are appreciating by leaps and bounds. This is as
nice as they come, and we'd dare to say that across the pond as
well.
The pros at Automotive Specialties Co. in Dallas, Texas got a hold
of a very solid and straight MGA, and then fully committed to a
frame-off restoration resulting in this spectacular little car that
now boasts a near museum quality finish. Excellent Orient Red paint
captures the vintage feel of the original finish as applied in
England, but since it's modern urethane coated almost as deep as
the English Channel itself, it'll probably outlast us all. The MGA
was revolutionary for the small automaker, finally incorporating
fully integrated fenders while maintaining the sporty styling for
which British 2-seaters are justly famous. Fit and finish are well
beyond anything that MG was delivering back in the '50s, with tight
gaps, doors that close easily without slamming, and that stunning
paint paint job that makes you want to rub your fingers over a
fender. This MGA is also nattily dressed with lots of chrome, from
the instantly-recognizable MG grille to the raked windshield to the
bright bumpers with bumperettes fore and aft. Taken in all
together, the combination of exceptional paint and all that
exquisite chrome makes this look like a far more expensive and
exotic car.
The gorgeous Saddle Tan leather interior is a wonderful contrast to
the Orient Red paint, a traditional look that seems especially
well-suited to open two-seaters like this. Somehow, only the
British seem to have mastered that wonderfully inviting look that
makes you want to settle into the bucket seats and feel the soft
leather hold you in place during a spirited drive on your favorite
country road. Handsome black-faced Jaeger gauges are beautifully
restored originals, as is the wood-rimmed, 3-spoke sporty steering
that rests atop a telescopic column and feels great in the hands of
the driver. The 4-speed shifter has a delightful mechanical feel
that encourages you to wind it out in each gear to listen to the
mechanical symphony going on around you. There's a heater that
works great, seatbelts are provided, and the door panels and
carpets are just as beautiful as the seats, showing zero wear.
Honestly, this car looks like it's only been pushed around town by
white-gloved butlers since it was restored. One glance in the
carpeted trunk and you'll know nothing was overlooked when this car
was restored, and in case of inclement weather, there's a neatly
tailored tan convertible top that's easy to install and erect,
along with side windows and a tonneau cover that matches the
top.
The 1500 cc inline-four was a mainstay of MG sports cars for years
and years, and with a fresh rebuild and the dual side-draft SU
carbs perfectly balanced, it runs superbly. The cackling exhaust
note is bigger than the engine's size would suggest it should be,
but that's the delight of an MG: driving it quickly is an
experience you'll savor without having to risk life and limb at
insane speeds to do it. With proper MG Maroon paint on the engine
and lots of raw aluminum details, it looks quite authentic. There's
also a new master cylinder for the front disc brakes, which are
effective given the car's weight and performance and a new
components everywhere you look to ensure years of happy motoring.
MG 60-spoke with Peg Drive Knock-off wheels are very flashy and in
fantastic shape, and they're all wrapped in 165/15 Firestone F-560
blackwall radials that finish the elegant look.
Delightful to drive with great ownership support and a rapidly
growing fanbase, this MGA is a great opportunity to sample vintage
motoring and make a smart investment. Call today!