MG A 1600 '59

• Iconic MG A 1600 Roadster from the late 1950s

• Reliable 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine (1,588 cc) with manual gearbox
  
• Recorded mileage of 4,126 miles
  
• Older professional restoration
  
• Genuine MG A 1600 with all correct 1600-specific features
  
• Equipped with wire wheels, chrome luggage rack and stainless steel exhaust system
  
• Original MG steering wheel and leather seats with red piping
  
• Belgian registration documents
  
  

The MG A 1600 Roadster is one of the most beloved British sports cars of the 1950s. Introduced as the successor to the MG TF, the MG A featured an entirely new chassis and a much more modern, streamlined body design. Thanks to its lightweight construction, precise steering and dependable engineering, the MG A became an icon among classic roadsters. The 1600 version not only offered increased performance through its 1,588 cc four-cylinder engine, but also featured improved brakes and a number of distinctive styling details that set it apart from the earlier 1500 model.

This 1959 example is presented in an older professional restoration and finished in a timeless red colour scheme. It is powered by the reliable 1,588 cc four-cylinder engine, paired with a manual gearbox. This is a genuine MG A 1600, retaining all of the correct model-specific features, including the proper 1600 rear lights, original wire wheels, correct , and, of course, the original 1,588 cc engine. In addition, this Roadster is fitted with a chrome luggage rack, a stainless steel exhaust system, the original MG steering wheel, and elegant leather seats with red piping, further enhancing its authentic sporting character. The engine bay presents an honest, uncleaned appearance, while the soft top remains in good condition. With its timeless styling, enjoyable driving characteristics and authentic specification, this MG A 1600 Roadster is an ideal classic for relaxed touring as well as historic motoring events.

Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has prepared a detailed inspection report, summarised below.

Technical specifications

• Make: MG

• Model: A 1600 Roadster

• Year: 1959

• First registration: 15/06/1959

• Engine: 1,588 cc four-cylinder engine

• Transmission: Manual gearbox

• Colour: Red

• Recorded mileage: 4,126 miles

• Chassis number: GHNL70500

Condition and remarks

Restoration and originality

• Older professional restoration

Bodywork

• Repainted, showing signs of use

Paintwork

• Repainted

Underside

• Original with normal signs of use

Tyres

• Good tread, older tyres

• Remark: tyres date from 2017

Interior, soft top and carpets

• Restored with signs of use

• Soft top in good condition

• Carpets in usedcondition

• Leather seats with red piping

• Original MG steering wheel

Chassis number inspection

• Re-stamped

• Chassis number location: crossmember behind the seats

Engine bay

• Honest, uncleaned condition

Engine and mechanics

Engine

• Honest, good condition

• Original 1,588 cc MG A 1600 engine

Fluids and maintenance

• Well maintained

Battery

• Good condition, expected to last for several more years

Clutch

• Functions correctly

Gearbox

• Functions correctly

Brakes

• Adjustment recommended

• Remark: approximately 30% braking difference between the front and rear axles

Handbrake

• Adjustment recommended

Exhaust system

• Stainless steel exhaust system

Electrical system

• Horn, dashboard, heater and windscreen wipers function correctly

Lighting

• Functions correctly

Axles and suspension

• Function correctly

Additional equipment

• Original wire wheels

• Chrome luggage rack

• Original MG steering wheel

• Leather seats with red piping

• Stainless steel exhaust system

• Correct MG A 1600 rear lights

• Correct MG A 1600 bumpers

Documentation

• Belgian registration documents

• Car-Pass available

• Car-Pass:

This MG A 1600 Roadster can be viewed at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter, Belgium.

Viewing is possible with or without an appointment. Inspection on a lift is available upon request.

With more than 300 classic cars and motorcycles in stock, Oldtimerfarm is located just 5 minutes from the Aalter exit of the E40 motorway.

Watch our additional videos:

Warranty:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv9nimvtu8M

Classic car mileage (km/Miles):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-sd5QJg5po

Purchase procedure:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNc9Ag1mDPQ