1958 MG MGA 1600 Coupé Historic Rally Car

Highlights

• A well-known historic rally car with approximately 30 years of competition history
• Previously issued FIA papers
• Fully recommissioned between 2023 and 2025, presented as ready to compete in road rallies
• Detailed photographic history and mechanical records
• Substantial parts package included

The Appeal

Thanks to its notable successes in period, the MGA 1600 is one of the most popular choices for historic rallying, with a robust mechanical platform that responds well to competition preparation. Known affectionately as "Sweet Pea," this right-hand-drive 1958 example has been a fixture of the historic rally scene for some three decades, and the vendor tells us it would be welcomed at FIA-sanctioned events.

Fully recommissioned between 2023 and 2025, the car is reportedly presented ready to road rally. The engine, gearbox, steering, suspension, and braking components have all been rebuilt, upgraded, or replaced to competition specification, and new Vredstein tyres have been fitted. Finished in Island Green, the bodywork is described by the vendor as being in good order with some filler in places.
Accompanied by extensive photographic history and mechanical records spanning its competition career, this MGA represents a compelling opportunity to acquire a well-prepared historic rally car with genuine provenance.

Key Information

• Mileage: 21,000 miles (indicated, unwarranted)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: exempt from MOT
• Technical specs: 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol, Bob West four-speed manual
• Paperwork: Old FIA papers, detailed photographic history and mechanical records included (see gallery)

The Detail

• Bob West four-speed race gearbox refurbished with new clutch
• Engine rebuilt by Paul Inch Engine Services to fast road specification
• Fitted with new carburettors, Luminition ignition, alloy radiator, electric fan, twin fuel pumps, and modern oil filter
• All steering and suspension components upgraded or replaced, including springs and track rod ends
• Rally-specification braking with new discs, race pads, braided hoses, and race linings in rear drums
• New Vredstein tyres fitted
• Floors replaced and chassis hangers rustproofed
• Dashboard recently tidied
• Bodywork described by the vendor as in good order with some filler in places
• The vendor states the underside is in very good condition
• Currently presented without bumpers; full set of bumpers, overriders, and spotlights included
• Parts package includes skid plates, stage springs, stage differential, and a new carpet set
• Rubber mats currently fitted; new carpet set supplied with the car
• The vendor reports the car starts readily and runs very well

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