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Three owners from new, 42,168 miles, 20th to last MGA built

Auction 18.05.2002
18.05.2002
Schätzpreis
17.000 $ - 22.000 $
Zuschlagspreis:
27.025 $
Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 13

Three owners from new, 42,168 miles, 20th to last MGA built

Auction 18.05.2002
18.05.2002
Schätzpreis
17.000 $ - 22.000 $
Zuschlagspreis:
27.025 $
Beschreibung:

Three owners from new, 42,168 miles, 20th to last MGA built 1962 MGA 1600 Mk II Chassis No. GHNL2109050 Engine No. 16GC-U-H-8800 Cream with brown leather interior Engine: four cylinder, in-line, 1,622cc., 90bhp at 5,600rpm; Gearbox: four-speed manual; Suspension: front, independent, wishbones, coil springs, rear, leaf springs; Brakes: front discs, rear drums. Left hand drive. Britain's best loved sports car retained traditional 'pre-war' styling to 1955 when a radical new design modernized the marque: the MGA. This new model replaced the T-series of MGs which, despite selling particularly well, was becoming technically obsolete in comparison to the rival Triumph TR2 and Austin Healey 100. The MGA, like many other sports cars, owed it origins to the maxim "racing improves the breed" and was largely influenced by the aerodynamic factory racing prototype driven by George Phillips at the 1951 Le Mans. As such the A was the first MG sports car with a streamlined body, the first to use a BMC rather than a Nuffield engine and transmission and also the first 100mph model. The car was extremely well received by motoring journalists and new customers alike, and The Motor commented, To drive the MGA on a winding open road is sheer enthusiasts delight...an admirable example of useful and controllable oversteer...the ride itself is remarkably comfortable . Initially available as a 1500 Coupe or Roadster, a Twin Cam and 1600 version were announced in 1958/59. These offered better performance in terms of torque and bhp while also incorporating front disc brakes. By the Spring of 1961 the final derivatives were being built, the 1600 Mk II and Mk II DeLuxe. Again the engine improvements were considerable with the Mk II now showing a healthy 90bhp from an enlarged 1622cc engine. There were also some external changes. The front grille assembly was redesigned and a revised tail light cluster was mounted horizontally. Finally, the fascia was altered, so it was now covered in the same trim as the rest of the car. Production build numbers for the 1600 Mk II are actually the lowest for all the MGAs, with just 8,719 coupes and roadsters made. The example on offer carries chassis number 109050, thereby confirming it to have been one of the last MGAs ever made, since the absolute final factory chassis number was 109070. It is quite possible that this actual car was the last MGA built for US export and indeed extensive research by the current owner through various clubs and contacts has not revealed any later car. The car was first purchased and owned by a Miami resident in May 1962 who then sold it to a Fort Lauderdale owner, Mr. Foster Gerlack, who kept it with other sports cars in his collection. When Mr. Gerlack passed away the MGA was inherited by his son and the current owner subsequently purchased it from him in December 1997. In this new ownership the car was delicately examined and restored where necessary, retaining as much of the original car as possible. Stripped to the frame and inspected, the chassis was found to be in good condition with no trouble areas or rotting under the floorboards. The door hinges and pillars, boot floor, rear wheel arches and joints were all found to be in excellent condition. Then the panelwork was prepared and repainted. A new convertible top and new chrome wire wheels with Firestone whitewall tires were purchased and fitted, although the original factory wires are included in the sale. The MGA has its original factory push button radio, original windshield washer bottle and some tools. The floor carpets have been replaced, but the original carpets are usable. The engine is the original and correct 1622cc unit, which is reported to start easily and run well. The carburetors have been rebuilt along with the brakes, and a stainless exhaust system is fitted. Indeed the mechanics have been thoroughly checked by an MG repair specialist in St. Petersburg, Florida who is an active club member and past president of t

Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 13
Auktion:
Datum:
18.05.2002
Auktionshaus:
Christie's
New York, Rockefeller Center
Beschreibung:

Three owners from new, 42,168 miles, 20th to last MGA built 1962 MGA 1600 Mk II Chassis No. GHNL2109050 Engine No. 16GC-U-H-8800 Cream with brown leather interior Engine: four cylinder, in-line, 1,622cc., 90bhp at 5,600rpm; Gearbox: four-speed manual; Suspension: front, independent, wishbones, coil springs, rear, leaf springs; Brakes: front discs, rear drums. Left hand drive. Britain's best loved sports car retained traditional 'pre-war' styling to 1955 when a radical new design modernized the marque: the MGA. This new model replaced the T-series of MGs which, despite selling particularly well, was becoming technically obsolete in comparison to the rival Triumph TR2 and Austin Healey 100. The MGA, like many other sports cars, owed it origins to the maxim "racing improves the breed" and was largely influenced by the aerodynamic factory racing prototype driven by George Phillips at the 1951 Le Mans. As such the A was the first MG sports car with a streamlined body, the first to use a BMC rather than a Nuffield engine and transmission and also the first 100mph model. The car was extremely well received by motoring journalists and new customers alike, and The Motor commented, To drive the MGA on a winding open road is sheer enthusiasts delight...an admirable example of useful and controllable oversteer...the ride itself is remarkably comfortable . Initially available as a 1500 Coupe or Roadster, a Twin Cam and 1600 version were announced in 1958/59. These offered better performance in terms of torque and bhp while also incorporating front disc brakes. By the Spring of 1961 the final derivatives were being built, the 1600 Mk II and Mk II DeLuxe. Again the engine improvements were considerable with the Mk II now showing a healthy 90bhp from an enlarged 1622cc engine. There were also some external changes. The front grille assembly was redesigned and a revised tail light cluster was mounted horizontally. Finally, the fascia was altered, so it was now covered in the same trim as the rest of the car. Production build numbers for the 1600 Mk II are actually the lowest for all the MGAs, with just 8,719 coupes and roadsters made. The example on offer carries chassis number 109050, thereby confirming it to have been one of the last MGAs ever made, since the absolute final factory chassis number was 109070. It is quite possible that this actual car was the last MGA built for US export and indeed extensive research by the current owner through various clubs and contacts has not revealed any later car. The car was first purchased and owned by a Miami resident in May 1962 who then sold it to a Fort Lauderdale owner, Mr. Foster Gerlack, who kept it with other sports cars in his collection. When Mr. Gerlack passed away the MGA was inherited by his son and the current owner subsequently purchased it from him in December 1997. In this new ownership the car was delicately examined and restored where necessary, retaining as much of the original car as possible. Stripped to the frame and inspected, the chassis was found to be in good condition with no trouble areas or rotting under the floorboards. The door hinges and pillars, boot floor, rear wheel arches and joints were all found to be in excellent condition. Then the panelwork was prepared and repainted. A new convertible top and new chrome wire wheels with Firestone whitewall tires were purchased and fitted, although the original factory wires are included in the sale. The MGA has its original factory push button radio, original windshield washer bottle and some tools. The floor carpets have been replaced, but the original carpets are usable. The engine is the original and correct 1622cc unit, which is reported to start easily and run well. The carburetors have been rebuilt along with the brakes, and a stainless exhaust system is fitted. Indeed the mechanics have been thoroughly checked by an MG repair specialist in St. Petersburg, Florida who is an active club member and past president of t

Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 13
Auktion:
Datum:
18.05.2002
Auktionshaus:
Christie's
New York, Rockefeller Center
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