- Built and raced by the late Ron Cody - 1950cc B-series race engine (178bhp) - Restored in 2015 and 2020 - Chassis No. GHN/91842 The the MGA arrived in 1955, it must have come as quite a shock to MG aficionados who had become accustomed to the pre-war low of the companies port cars. It was a complete departure in styling and its beautiful streamlined body was up to the minute in terms of appearance. It was powered by a new engine; MG had decided that the old XPAG unit had had it's day and so introcduced a much more modern B-Series engine that had made it's debut in the recently amounted Magnette saloon. The 'A' was officially launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1955. Only 5,869 were sold on the home market, giving the MGA the highest export percentage of any British car and was replaced by the MGB in 1962. This race prepared MGA Competition Roadster was first registered in June 1961 to its first owner, Mr H J Royal of London W1 and sail wears its original registration. Built by the late Ron Cody to race and win in a number of race series, he enjoyed the car over a period of approximately 20 years. During this time the car saw many victories in the Equipe GTS race series and this success led Ron to be asked to build, restore and race prepare cars for other competitors to the same high standard. Since the car last competed it has undergone significant restoration, receiving a new livery of Rosso Cross with Old English White striping. 1st of the rebuild was carries out in 2015 with further works in 2020. The car has had little use since then but is ready to go. Powered by a 1950cc B-Series engine, it produces a very respectable 178bhp. This high specification engine has notable features including; an Arrow steel billet crankshaft, Carrillo con-rods, ever Burgess cylinder head, Piper camshaft and a Weber 48DCO/SP carburettor. Other noteworthy features of this highly an MGB close-ratio gearbox, Quaife limted-slip differential, allot front wings, a new radiator with thermostatic fan and new electrical switches, new wiring lighting and up-rated suspension incorporating Kong telescopic dampers. Supplied with a BMI Heritage Trust Certificate and original buff logbook, this beautifully presented MGA is ready to race and win, being eligible for a number of historic race series. Any inspection welcomed. Please call for a video tour of the car. Part exchange up or down considered. Delivery available nationwide. We are a family run business that have been operating in Hampton Court for many years. We take great care of the cars we sell and service. Please contact us for more info.