1959 MG A 1600 Coupe
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Highlights
- Two registered keepers from new
- Smart OEW over red colour scheme
- Ideal classic rally and touring sports car
- Good history file
The Appeal
The A was such a new type of MG that it got a simple but inaugural name. Aerodynamics modernised the looks and maximised the performance of its sweet-revving engines. Later cars like this one got more power.
While the convertibles tend to be more plentiful, the stylish coupe is perfect for the sort of all-weather classic rallying and touring at which the A excels. This lovely 1959 1600 has been used for exactly that. Its single Dutch keeper acquired it in 1997 from its first UK keeper.
It is smartly finished in a fetching Old English White over red leather. Sparingly used in recent years - so some recommissioning is recommended - this car is solid and presentable but not concours. That makes it ideally suited for more touring adventures, or it could be steadily improved and shown.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 2nd October 1959
- Original UK market RHD coupe
- Two registered keepers from new according to seller
- Original keeper retained the car in the UK until 1997#
- Acquired by the current keeper on 17th December 1997 and moved to Netherlands
- Currently on a Dutch registration plate
- Service history folder with car with considerable documentation
- We are advised it has been unused recently and would benefit from recommissioning
The Condition
- Classic Old English White paintwork in fair condition with some patina visible
- The paintwork shows various marks and cracks but not unsightly
- Bodywork appears straight and solid with some deterioration visible
- This includes bubbling to base of the doors
- Underside presents well and appears to be solid as is the boot floor
- Exterior chromework is presentable and includes luggage rack and badge bar
- Steel painted wheels with chrome hub caps in good condition
- Some rally eventing decals to bodywork likely easily removed if required
- Fitted with additional rear fog lights and tow bar
- Tidy and apparently original red leather interior in fair condition with some wear
- The leather seats are presentable but show cracking and some deterioration
- Grey carpets in good order with protective over mats
- Dashboard is well kept with no modifications, no radio and tidy switchgear and dials
- Four spoke factory-fitted sprung Bakelite-style steering wheel
The Mechanics
- 1,588cc 79.5bhp four cylinder MG engine
- 4spd manual gearbox
- Front disc brakes
- Drives, brakes and shifts according to seller
- Good history file of ongoing maintenance by two keepers
- Unused in recent times so would benefit from recommissioning
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1960
- Make MG
- Model A coupe
- Colour White
- Odometer 97,877 Miles
- Engine size 1600
Listing Details
- Seller type Trade
- Town Waalwijk
- Location International
- Country Netherlands
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