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Description
The current owner acquired this car on September 14, 1967, just over a week after Sweden switched to right-hand traffic. According to the registration papers, it had previously been used in Kristianstad County. Its early history can be traced through the National Archives. The current owner bought the car while studying and drove it for about a year before taking it off the road and storing it with the intention of restoring it after his studies. That never happened, and now the garage where it has been stored is due to be demolished, so the car is being sold.
At some point during its time on the road, a so-called “can opener” modification was made, meaning the coupé roof can be lifted off to allow for open-air driving.
The car is neither drivable nor easy to roll out of the garage, so collection will require some effort—a winch is recommended. A copy of the registration papers from the City Archives is included, together with its well-documented ownership history and single owner since 1967, which should ensure that future registration can be carried out without issue.
At some point during its time on the road, a so-called “can opener” modification was made, meaning the coupé roof can be lifted off to allow for open-air driving.
The car is neither drivable nor easy to roll out of the garage, so collection will require some effort—a winch is recommended. A copy of the registration papers from the City Archives is included, together with its well-documented ownership history and single owner since 1967, which should ensure that future registration can be carried out without issue.
Technical data
Year
1957
Registration date
Mileage
31 997 km
Kw / hp
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Interior finish
Black
Colour
Red
Condition
-
Mechanical condition
Not started since the 1960s, but appears complete in terms of vital components. Rusty and a major restoration project.
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Interior condition
Stripped of seats, panels, and carpets – though the seats are still included. The steering wheel, controls, dashboard, and gauges remain in the car.
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Exterior condition
Worn and in need of extensive work. Equipped with five wire wheels. The coupé roof has been modified into a hardtop. We were unable to open the boot as the mechanism is faulty. The engine bay appears complete.
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General condition
A substantial restoration project that requires a great deal of knowledge and work, yet at the same time a fine little classic and enthusiast’s car.
Facts about the model
MG (Morris Garages) was founded by W.R. Morris. He first sold bicycles and then cars. From 1913 he produced cars under his own name, Morris Motor Company. At the same time, he kept Morris Garages as a separate company and, from 1924, sold Morris cars with tuned engines and special coachwork as MG cars.
During the 1930s, a number of sports versions were produced, including the MG Midget T-type. These T-type cars—TA, TB, TC, TD and TF—were manufactured between 1936 and 1955, with a break during the Second World War. Already in 1935, W.R. Morris had sold MG to the Nuffield Group. In 1968, MG became part of British Leyland, and by 1980 production had ceased. The brand, however, lived on with Rover and later BMW, but by 2005 it was once again over. Today, the Nanjing Automobile Group has revived the MG name—though that is a completely different story.
The MGA was the first MG in the sports car series not to feature separate, external fenders. Instead, it received a more modern body with smooth, flowing lines in the so-called pontoon style, officially presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1955. The model was fitted with the inline four-cylinder BMC B engine from, among others, the MG Magnette, but with twin S.U. carburetors, initially producing 68 hp—soon increased to 72 hp. The four-speed gearbox also came from the saloon. The front suspension was independent, while the rear axle was mounted on leaf springs.
The first model, introduced in 1955, was a roadster, but a closed coupé version was also launched in 1956, with 16 examples completed that year. In total, 6,272 coupés were built with the 1500 engine. Over the years, a 1600 engine producing 80 hp was introduced, as well as a Twin Cam version with 108 hp. In the summer of 1959, the MGA received front disc brakes. In June 1961 came the Mk II, featuring, among other changes, a new grille, new rear lights, and a larger 1600 engine with 86 hp.
According to records, a total of 101,476 MGAs were built between 1955 and 1962, of which 9,922 were coupés in various versions.
During the 1930s, a number of sports versions were produced, including the MG Midget T-type. These T-type cars—TA, TB, TC, TD and TF—were manufactured between 1936 and 1955, with a break during the Second World War. Already in 1935, W.R. Morris had sold MG to the Nuffield Group. In 1968, MG became part of British Leyland, and by 1980 production had ceased. The brand, however, lived on with Rover and later BMW, but by 2005 it was once again over. Today, the Nanjing Automobile Group has revived the MG name—though that is a completely different story.
The MGA was the first MG in the sports car series not to feature separate, external fenders. Instead, it received a more modern body with smooth, flowing lines in the so-called pontoon style, officially presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1955. The model was fitted with the inline four-cylinder BMC B engine from, among others, the MG Magnette, but with twin S.U. carburetors, initially producing 68 hp—soon increased to 72 hp. The four-speed gearbox also came from the saloon. The front suspension was independent, while the rear axle was mounted on leaf springs.
The first model, introduced in 1955, was a roadster, but a closed coupé version was also launched in 1956, with 16 examples completed that year. In total, 6,272 coupés were built with the 1500 engine. Over the years, a 1600 engine producing 80 hp was introduced, as well as a Twin Cam version with 108 hp. In the summer of 1959, the MGA received front disc brakes. In June 1961 came the Mk II, featuring, among other changes, a new grille, new rear lights, and a larger 1600 engine with 86 hp.
According to records, a total of 101,476 MGAs were built between 1955 and 1962, of which 9,922 were coupés in various versions.
Location and viewing Information
Location: Nacka
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Tore Thallaug
+46 705 90 23 65
tore@bilwebauctions.se
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Tore Thallaug
+46 705 90 23 65
tore@bilwebauctions.se
Pick up
Collection must take place before: 2025-10-02.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
Auction information
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