Lot 3009
1960 MGA 1600 Roadster
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
VIN: NCS107910-GHNL/72665 Mileage: 71,600
With a 1598cc four-cylinder engine, and a four-speed manual transmission. A restoration was completed in 2011. A new wiring harness was installed, the engine was rebuilt with a later MGB 1800cc head, an auxiliary electric fan was installed, and the rear end was replaced with a 3.9 ratio unit from an MGB. A switch for the auxiliary fan and fuel pump installed.
Exterior in British racing Green, with a new interior installed in Honey Tan leather seats. Black Carpets were installed with fasteners. The floor pans were replaced, as well as the "B" pillars and sills during the restoration. The chassis was treated with Waxoyl. A Nardi steering wheel was added, with the original remaining.
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Included paperwork indicates car came from Mississippi, and resided in Vermont after restoration.
The following condition report, while thorough, is not exhaustive as vintage cars have inherent wear and imperfections. We welcome personal inspections, please contact mt@lelandlittle.com to schedule. Public previews are available the second Saturday each month from 9am-12pm.
Paint has imperfections, but likely will polish out; canvas top with minor stains; fender and wing beading is faded and discolored, can be easily replaced; left rear brake cylinder leaking; minor surface rust to exposed metal on chassis, and engine bay; wheels recently repainted, and tires balanced with tubes installed; no other apparent concerns.
