1935 MG PA Four-Seater Tourer
1 of just 498 made

Registration No: PV 2060
Chassis No: PA1869
MOT: Exempt

• Rare four-seater PA - 1of just 498 made - that was extensively restored during the 1990s
• Pleasingly retains its original Ipswich issued registration number
• Comprehensively serviced within the last few months including the fitting of a new water manifold
• Comes with a 'quick release' steering wheel adapter to aid entry and exit plus full weather gear

First registered in Ipswich under its current ‘PV 2060’ number plate, this rare four-seater PA – 1 of just 498 made - is understood to have been extensively restored during the 1990s and to have been treated to a differential overhaul, new oil pump and set of chrome wire wheels not long before entering the current ownership during October 2014. Described by the vendor as being in ‘very good overall’ (bodywork, paintwork, electrical equipment, interior trim) or ‘excellent overall’ (engine, gearbox) condition, he further tells us that: ‘The MG has been well maintained and is accompanied by a file of documents pertaining to its upkeep. It has had the benefit of a comprehensive service within the last few months including the replacement of a water manifold and fabrication of a ‘quick release’ steering wheel adapter (not currently fitted) which aids entry and exit. The Beige leather trim and wood veneer dashboard add to the PA’s visual appeal. The Four-Seater sports full weather equipment and comes to auction because of its owner’s ill health’.

Launched in March 1934, the P Type MG Midget was hailed by Autocar magazine as ‘a marked improvement in all respects over its forerunners’. Available in two- or (more expensive) four-seater guises, the newcomer utilised a notably more rigid ladder frame chassis. Powered by an all-new SOHC 847cc engine featuring a less flexible three-bearing crankshaft, ‘smooth flow’ cylinder head and improved oil filtration system, it boasted a very creditable 76mph top speed with the windscreen lowered. The four-speed non-synchromesh gearbox and rear axle were both strengthened (the latter gaining a four star diff) and the brake drums increased in diameter from eight to twelve inches. The front suspension included Hartford friction dampers while the rear incorporated transversally mounted hydraulic units. A total of 1,973 MG PAs are said to have left the Abingdon plant before the model was supplanted by the incoming PB.

PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately, the vendor has not been able to deliver this Lot to Duxford. However, he has asked us to offer it for sale alongside the cars which are physically present in the auction hall. Please contact a member of staff for further photos or details of the history file.