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1957 MG A 1500 Roadster

Remarkably original and beautifully preserved from new, this exceptional MG A Roadster stands as a rare benchmark for authenticity and provenance.

ESTIMATE: £20,000 - £25,000

+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 16th May, 2026 at 1.00pm local time at Sywell Aerodrome, Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BN

BODY COLOUR
Orient Red
DRIVE
RHD
REG NUMBER
356 LMD
ODOMETER READING
78602 Miles

SUMMARY

Remarkably original and beautifully preserved from new, this exceptional MG A Roadster stands as a rare benchmark for authenticity and provenance.

DESCRIPTION

Finished in striking Orient Red with a complementary tan interior, and notably accompanied by its rare, original black 'Vanden Plas' hard top
An outstanding example that remains largely unrestored, showing an exceptional degree of factory originality with only minimal, safety-conscious updates since 1957
Sensibly enhanced with the addition of a desirable 5-speed gearbox, offering a more relaxed and refined driving experience without compromising character
A proven Concours d'Elegance participant in its early life, presented at numerous events and the recipient of multiple awards
Supported by an extensive and fascinating history file, including correspondence, period notes, MOT Certificates, tax discs, imagery, concours results and mileage verification records
Rarely encountered with such continuous, well-documented history from new, this MG A exemplifies authenticity, further highlighted by its superbly preserved interior - so often replaced, yet here delightfully original
Retaining its original Middlesex-issued registration ‘356 LMD’, correctly assigned from 1957 and included in the sale
A compelling opportunity to acquire a highly original and eminently usable MG A Roadster, equally suited to open-road enjoyment or a return to the concours field

SPECIFICATION

Make: MG
Model: MGA 1500 ROADSTER
Registration Number: 356 LMD
MOT Expiry: Exempt
Chassis Number: HDG1329268
Engine Number: 19429
Transmission: Manual
Body Colour: Orient Red

GALLERY

SPECIALIST

Charles Smalley
Car Specialist
07421 007866
charles@iconicauctioneers.com

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Vehicles must be collected from Sywell Aerodrome, NN6 0BN on Monday 18th May between 9am and 2pm. Please note that due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the site by 2pm on Monday 18th May. Full payment must be received before any items are available to be released.

Any vehicles not collected by 2pm on Monday 18th May will be taken to EM Rogers storage facility in Northampton at a cost of £175 plus VAT for a standard sized vehicle and £275 plus VAT for larger vehicles. Storage will be charged at £12 plus VAT per day from the Monday for the first 14 days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

Our transport partner EM Rogers can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on +44 (0) 1604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.

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