1960 MG MGA

• Classic MG A 1600 – one of the most beloved British roadsters • Reliable 1,588 cc four-cylinder engine with manual gearbox • Equipped with front disc brakes – advanced for its time • Older professional restoration

The MG A 1600 is one of the most iconic British sports cars of the 1950s and 1960s. With its low, elegant lines and classic roadster proportions, it perfectly captures the essence of open-top motoring: pure, mechanical and free from unnecessary complexity.

The 1600 version represented an important evolution within the MGA range and remains highly appreciated by enthusiasts today. Thanks to its more powerful and reliable engine, along with the introduction of front disc brakes, this model already offered improved performance and safety compared to its predecessors. This combination makes the MGA 1600 one of the most appealing versions within the MGA lineup today.

This 1960 example is finished in red and powered by the 1,588 cc four-cylinder engine, paired with a manual gearbox. The car underwent a professional restoration in the past and today presents in an honest condition with visible signs of use.

For the enthusiast seeking a characterful MGA offering driving pleasure, classic styling and potential, this represents a particularly interesting opportunity.

Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has prepared an expertise report with the following findings.

Technical data

Make: MG Model: A 1600 Year: 1960 Engine: 1,588 cc four-cylinder Transmission: Manual gearbox Color: Red Mileage: 105,578 km (indicated) Chassis number: GHNL78450 Steering position: Left-hand drive Date of first registration: 30-06-1960 Documents: Belgian registration papers

Condition and remarks

Restoration (general) and originality • Older professional restoration

Bodywork • Repainted, signs of use

Paint and color • Damaged but still presents reasonably well

Underside • Dirty • Surface rust • Feedback: signs of previous accident damage at the front

Tires • To be replaced • Old

Interior, hood and carpets • Hood old • Signs of heavy use • Restored with signs of use

Chassis number check • Not specified

Engine bay • Good honest condition

Engine • Good honest condition • Feedback: recently serviced • Feedback: carburetors recently rebuilt

Fluid levels and maintenance condition • Perfectly maintained • Nothing to be foreseen • All fluids are fresh

Battery • Old • To be replaced immediately

Clutch • Works well • Feedback: clutch cylinder to be replaced

Gearbox • Works well • Feedback: silent block to be replaced

Brakes • To be checked after standing

Handbrake • Repair required

Overdrive • Not present

Electrical system • Horn works • Wipers work • Dashboard works • Feedback: ammeter not connected

Lights • Work well

Axles and suspension play • Repair required • Feedback: play on front left kingpin

Documentation available

• Belgian registration papers

Available for viewing at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter. Visits possible with or without appointment – inspection on a lift available upon request. More than 300 classic cars and motorcycles available – 5 minutes from E40 exit Aalter.

Also check out 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.