1958 MG MGA 1500 Coupe
Fantastic early production MGA 1500 Mark I Coupe in excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition. The car is powered by the original 1.5-liter inline-four making 72 horsepower and a 4-speed manual transmission. Only 14930 indicated miles on the odometer (actual mileage unknown). The car retains many unique original features, including wire wheels and exterior door handles only offered on the coupe.
The car has been well maintained and serviced over the years, and invoices for over 5000 euros since 2019 are included in the sale.
The car is coming out of Danish ownership and has a Danish title. A full inspection and service are completed, and the car can be enjoyed as-is for many years. The car passed Danish Technical Inspection (MOT/TUV/Syn) in November 2019.
Car Specification:
VIN/Chassis number: BP15GB18703
Odometer: 14930 miles
Engine: 1.5-liter inline-4
Transmission: 4-speed manual
History of the 1956-1962 MG MGA:
Introduced for the 1956 model year, the MGA roadster replaced the aging T-Series cars. Powered by a 68 horsepower 1,489cc overhead valve engine mated to a four-speed manual transmission, it featured independent front suspension, rack-and-pinion steering, and a solid rear axle with leaf springs. Braking was by hydraulic drums at all corners.
Sales in the first full year (1956) were 13,394 and rose to 16,467 for 1957, horsepower was up to 72 horsepower, and a coupe was added. In 1959, the MGA 1600 was introduced with a larger 79.5 horsepower engine and front disc brakes. The final iteration of the MGA was the 1600 Mk II, with a 90 horsepower 1,622cc engine and minor styling changes. The higher-performance MGA Twin Cam was produced from 1958 to 1960 with a 108-horsepower twin-cam engine and four-wheel disc brakes. The rarest of all MGAs is the “Deluxe,” which pairs the Twin Cam chassis and a 1600 or Mk II engine.
MGAs are ideal first collector cars. They’re affordable, simple to work on, rugged, and attractive. Parts are readily available and moderately priced.
TRANSPORT & REGISTRATION:
We are a classic car dealer in Denmark. We sell and ship our cars to customers all over the world. We will assist with shipping and registration in your country. We have an extensive network of international shippers we have worked with for 20 years and know and trust. Shipping to most European countries is about 500 to 1000 euros. The UK is about 800 euros. The US is about 2000 US Dollars.
