Members Gallery To enter your color image in the MGAllery please EMail your color graphic image along with your name(s), appropriate text file (with email address if you like), and NAMGAR number to: namgar@mgcars.org.uk. Please note that by submitting your image you agree to allow NAMGAR to use this image and text in all written and/or electronic NAMGAR publications. If you do not have a digital image please send by post a color photo, name(s), text and NAMGAR number to: Jeff Zorn, 29311 Aranel, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2815, USA. We will be happy to scan your photo and place it in the MGAllery for you. |
| Dan & Jean Garfias's '60 MGA, (NAMGAR #6132) It's been just over a year now since we bought our '60 MGA. The car was about 85% done when we acquired it,but with a very cooperative wife, and with the guidance of local club members, that small task has been a pleasure. I cant begin to tell you all the stories of the fine people I have met since becoming an MG owner, but what I can tell you is that "preservation of the marque" is alive and well in Dallas Texas. My wife decided to name my little turquoise beauty, Winky, after the terrier in the movie "Best in Show". All the best intentions in the world, mind you... Needless to say, "taking Winky out for a spin" or "..polishing Winky", are not the easiest things to explain in front of strangers. |
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| Jef & Rentia van Hout's MGA 1600 We are Jef and Rentia van Hout from The Netherlands and we drive an MGA 1600 from 1961. It''s an imported car from California with indentification GHNL 84929. Body number B 16590. Owners at one time were Mr. Mrs. Drummond Scott, 3521 Helen Drive, Pleasanton CA 94588. Email: jef-rentiavanhout@planet.nl |
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| Steve Schultz's 1960 MGA 1600 According to the documents provided by the British Motor Heritage Trust the car was built on September 12, 1960. The original color was Old English White with a black interior and gray hood (top). It was delivered with disk wheels and the heater package. Other options include gray tonneau, windscreen washer and tubeless tyres. The car was delivered to the US to the MG distribution center. No information is available on the first owner or the dealer that sold the car. The VIN number is GHNL-98151 with body number B39408 and rear end number 1022D. The motor number is 16G/U/H22631. The number assigned by NAMGAR is 5068. The 1600 engine has 1588 cc's. The previous owner passed away and the car was purchased from a family member who didn't know much about it. The chassis is in original condition and has no rust suggesting that the car spent most of its life in a southern climate without snow and road salt. It is believed that the car was restored in about 1985 and the body was painted at that time. The interior also received new seat covers. These covers were installed on top of the original foam and seat covers (when I replaced the foam in 1998, the original seat covers confirmed the black interior). The car was purchased by the previous owner in 1994 and a significant amount of drive train work and cosmetic work was done. The wheels and axles were changed to accommodate 60 spoke chrome wire wheels. Email: srschultz@optonline.net |
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| Craig Allinson's 1961 MGA 1600 MKI I bought my 1961 MGA 1600 MKI in July this year. I've lived in NC for 2.5 years, being an English chap, I've always owned MGs (B's Sprites and an MG1300 sedan)and dreamed of an A roadster, the ultimate in looks department. English ones are thin on the ground and the damp climate takes it's toll. Mine has covered 39,000 miles which I guess is genuine, as the engine runs well and the body is fantastic, no evidence of rust or welding. The previous owner fitted a MKII grill for some reason (anyone fancy a a swap?) . The car spent most of it's life in Puerto Rico, before the owner died sadly and his son sold it to me. I spent two 3 months recommissioning the car (got married in the middle of that) after a 2 year hibernation garaged (the car not me) , I LOVE it. Next project will be to fit the heater which was not needed in the tropics, many thanks to Steve Merical who has helped me with missing heater parts, and Glen Johnson for advice and black & tans. Jobs carried out and stil needed can be seen on my web page. |
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| Ralph Hansen's "59" MGA 1600 Roadster.(GHNL/73911) Very visible little car, as for the paint scheme, talk to my uncle who I purchased it from. He was into the aviation scene (hence the RAF colors and emblem). I'm just enjoying driving it this summer, and plan to do body work this winter (after I learn to weld). Email: rhanse0@netscape.net |
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| Tom Easterling's 1961 MGA, GHNL 96711, (NAMGAR #4041) Produced in August of 1960. I have always been interested in MGs, first T Series cars, then MGAs. When this car became available, in 1968, I was fortunate to be able to buy it. The car was located in Frankfort, Kentucky with 57,000 original miles. After 34 years of ownership, the current mileage is 125,500. A few years ago, I was able to contact the previous owner and learned that I am the third owner. After some twenty years of ownership, I became more interested in the MGA and it's history, joined NAMGAR and have attended GTs including the Cavalcade of MGs in Indianapolis in 1996. The car has been well maintained and has undergone body, engine, clutch and transmission restoration, it has rebuilt lever shocks, rebuilt wire wheels by Dayton, new SU carbs, and a simple coolant recovery device, recommended by a NAMGAR member, seems to have cured the "normal" MGA overheating. The MGA now makes its home in South Carolina and seems to enjoy the flat land of the Low Country and I enjoy ten months of top down driving each year. If you are on Hilton Head Island, give me a call. |
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| Mike Drachenberg's 1958 MGA Roadster (NAMGAR #5594) The Roadster was last registered in 1969 and had been sitting in his Father-in-law's garage since that time. Restored to active duty with the help of several family members, the car sports all original dash gauges and accouterments including an optional Smith heating system and telescopic steering wheel. During the 60's, it was the primary means of transportation to NASA's Johnson Space Center, Houston, where Mike's Father-in-law was employed. Mike says "now that he's retired, I can get all the technical consulting necessary for keeping the car running and looking great." |
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| Mark Friedman's 1960 MGA / NAMGAR #5346 I purchased the car in Fall of '96, GHNL 88844, 16GAU18839, it was restored in the winter of 93-94. As luck would have it the "A" came along at the right time and was in very good shape. These pictures were taken in Spring of '97. I've been working on little things to get it as close to spec as possible. I'll leave the non-standard BRG paint job, it fits the car well. mark.mfadesign@cox.net |
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| Jeff & Jan Zorn's 1959 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #5697 My love for MGA's dates back to 1959 when my cousin in New Jersey bought one as a daily driver. Owning one was my dream and finally in 1968 I almost fulfilled it. But alas MGA's were no longer made so I settled for a new 1968 MGB. I enjoyed this car for about 4 years and many long trips, but had to sell it for something more "practical." The love for MGA's was always in my system and finally in the summer of 1995 I found a wonderful 1500. "Emmy" and I were good friends for about 3 years, when I sold her to another NAMGAR member and purchased "Emmy Too" pictured below. This 1600 was restored a couple of years ago by another Michigan Rowdie and, since he was restoring a "new" Mk II and did not need two MGA's, I was lucky enough to convince him that I would give her a good home. Email MGAJeff@aol.com |
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| Don Holle's MGA / NAMGAR #4911 "Restored by Mike Bruce in Albuquerque in 1996, Don Holle bought this 1600 roadster in January, 2002. The color is "Healey Blue" or very close to it. The engine is a three-main MGB unit with Weber carburation. This added power allowed the installation of a 3.909 differential ratio. The wheels are real knockoffs and the tonneau cover is longer than most. A delightful road car, it made the 2000 mile trip to GT-27 in Virginia without difficulty. It loves to travel and Don and Linda love to keep it happy." |
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| Bob Muenchausen's 1956 MGA / NAMGAR #1173 This is Bob Muenchausen's '56 MGA roadster. It is basically all original body and frame, running gear and drive train from the clutch back. It was restored minus the original engine which had parted company from the car years before. It has had a 2 liter conversion 3-main MGB engine in it since restored in 1980, and a couple of other modern conscessions; an electronic ignition conversion, a high efficiency radiator, Dayton bolt on Wire wheels. Another attempt to keep 'em on the road and to enjoy. Bob is a member of the Idaho British Car Club (Boise), The MG Car Club (England), as well as NAMGAR |
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| Sam Perera's 1960 MGA / NAMGAR #5440 Here is my beauty ( no name given to her however ) but does have the old NAMGAR Nbr of #5440. It is an Old English White 1600 Roadster, circa 1960. The picture was taken at the Houston All British Motor Vehicle Expo in May of 1997. I did not win anything but the White Roadster next to me won first prize. |
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| Robert & Holly Carr's 1962 MGA / NAMGAR #4241 That's me in the photo. Owners: Robert Carr & Holly Bird - Palm Harbor, FL Chassis Number: GHNL2/109059 There were only eleven MGA's produced after this car. It is currently the last car registered in the NAMGAR membership, and the last certified by the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust. |
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| Chuck Barrett's 1959 MGA / NAMGAR #5133 Model 1500 HDR4/3163723 I purchased this car in September, 1998 from another NAMGAR member. Living in Arizona it can be driven all year round which really makes it enjoyable. |
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| David Schneck's 1956 MGA Roadster / NAMGAR #5501 Here's David Schneck and his daughter Jenna in their 1956 MGA. This car is recently back on the road after a 2 year frame off. It still needs upholstery work but in the mean time Dave and his family are having great fun with it. Photo on right was taken about two years later. |
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| Lynn Pipher's 1962 MGA / NAMGAR # 4393 Model 1600 MK II |
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| Bruce Cynamon's 1960 MGA / NAMGAR #5494 This is my MGA GHNL69444, which I found last summer. After some initial "sorting" it is running strong. It has an early MGB 1800 engine with an MGA transmissiom and rear end. The performance with this combination is excellent and makes for a great driver. I've enjoyed this car so much that I just picked up a an MGTA TA3169 which I hope to have running soon. |
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| Mark & Kathy La Pierre's 1958 MGA / NAMGAR #4913 This is my MGA GHDK43158, at the 20th University Motors Summer Party in Grand Rapids, Michigan. |
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| Don & Norma Haynam's 1959 MGA Twin Cam / NAMGAR #5053 Car was purchsed and restored by the owner in 1996 / 97 Driven almost daily and has more than 25,000 miles logged as of 2006. I have over 100 pictures of the rebuild and would willingly share with anyone who needs help with their project. |
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| Stuart Burke's 1960 MGA / NAMGAR #5034 Attached is a photo of my 1600. I have had this car for about 13 years. Bought it in MT when I lived there. rebuilt the engine new paint and recovered the seats. |
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| Wayne & Anne Gura's 1960 MGA / NAMGAR #5502 Several years ago, I started casually looking for an MGA. My search began in earnest while in the UK on business about a year and a half ago. I soon realized that I would have better luck looking here at home in the US; in fact, last fall I actually found my car here, where I live, in Wilton, CT! My "new" 1960 "A" now keeps my wife’s "B" company in the garage out back, and we both drive our MGs whenever we can. (I’ve been an MG fan ever since I bought my first MGB back in 1969, while the "B" that my wife drives is the one that made her an MG fan.) While this MGA was in pretty good shape when I bought it, it still has a little way to go. Working on it keeps me busy - and every once in a while, I ask my wife to "tell me again why I love old British cars!" |
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| Mark & Cyndi Michalak's 1960 MGA Couple / NAMGAR #5120 This is my 1960 coupe NAMGAR# 5120 fully restored by me and my son mark. I've had this car since 1982 and did a total restoration in the garage. Except for a few " chrome gofasters," the car is correct. On the right is a picture of our coupe taken in front of the summer cottage. Actually it's the Biltmore mansion. We went there after Chattanooga. Rrowdy rowdy rowdy rowdy rowdy rowdy! Our new Photopaint MGA is also seen center below. |
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| Brian Smith's 1958 MGA / NAMGAR #2487 I have owned my 1958 MGA 1500 for approximately 17 years. It has undergone a complete frame up "rebuild". I started the project after selling my last MGA, with the idea that I would create a show car. As the project progressed I decided that what I really missed was driving the "A" therefore the emphasis changed to putting together a "driver". I was at a show recently in Victoria, B.C. and parked next to another member of NAMGAR, Todd O'Dell, and I was impressed by the time and effort he has put into his car. It was stunning. The engine was spotless, the polished valve cover with out a mark and the Super charger fantastic. I told him that I would rather leave my Bonnet closed at this show because my car has been used as much as possible since Spring and I had just driven three hours to get to the show, this meant that my engine compartment was less than pristine, original, but not pretty. We both laughed, checked out my engine and closed the bonnet. I am including a picture taken recently on one of our club runs. This stop was for lunch at one of our club members homes and as you can see his grounds were beautiful at this time of year. Happy MGing and please, DRIVE them!!! Brian Smith, Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada |
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| Henry & Linda Simmon's 1957 MGA / NAMGAR #0069 Shortly after I bought my car, a friend sent me a clipping about a new club devoted to MGA's. I, of course, joined right away. I bought the car in 1975, drove it home, and started taking it apart. It took ten years for the restoration to be completed. I drove it back home about a week before the annual meet in Connecticut (1985?) I have only driven it about 300 miles per year since. It is a complete body off rebuild. All metal replacements in body and complete engine rebuild - 10 thousandth over on pistons and rings, 10 thousandth on crank. It runs excellent. It started in spring with first turn of key. Body is excellent. Only drawback to complete show quality are unbuffed paint in engine compartment and trunk, and I did not use the best quality carpeting, though they are still in new like condition. |
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| Bob Schoeplein's 1960 MGA Racer / NAMGAR # 2218 Bob did the necessary mods to qualify his MGA as a vintage racer in the winter of 1988. 1989 was his rookie racing season. He now races in the SVRA Class 3-F which is 1600 and 1622 MGA's, Morgans 4/4, etc. The car carries the permanent number "76" and is known nationally as "Honeybee." Bob is presently the 44th recepient of the annual Collier Brothers Memorial Trophy, The Collier Cup, awarded since 1953 at Watkins Glen, NY. "Honeybee is an honest MG with an engine designed to run and run for one long time. Vinatage racing is an absolute gas. I'd be pleased to discuss how to get started in racking, or even some of "Honeybee's innards. <schoeplr@gunet.georgetown.edu> |
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| Eric & Terri Stephen's 1960 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #574 The Stephen's MGA is now 1965 VW Grey with a red interior. Originally it was OEW with a red interior. You see it here photographed on the banks of the Jock River, in Nepean, Ontario, Canada. The engine number is 16GAU23911 and the chassis number GHNL92879. |
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| Alan & Shirley Ramelan's 1958 MGA 1500 / NAMGAR #5624 Our MGA when purchased from the Atlanta area had dents to every square inch of its surface, though unlike vehicles from this area, it had relatively little corrosion. After 2 1/2 years of ground up body and frame restoration, new engine, transmission and many new parts, we ended up with our little gem..."Our '58 MGA whom we lovingly call 'Willy.'" |
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| Bruce Nichols' 1959 MGA 1500 / NAMGAR #63 Bought this 1500 in California in 1986. When I moved back home to Michigan in 1992, I had to leave it with a friend until I could make arrangements to get it here. Jack Kurkowski (long-time NAMGAR member and friend) offered to go out to LA and get it and drive it back to the Midwest. Well...I knew it couldn't be in better hands. Since then, I've driven it to NAMGAR GTs in North Carolina, Texas and Tennessee, as well as others closer to home. Thanks to many Michigan Rowdie members for helping me learn how to keep it on the road! Now that I'm married to Bruce Nichols (Michigan Chapter's first chairman), he enjoys doing most of the maintenance...but I'm still out there under the hood with him. I've gotta say that if anyone out there lives in Michigan and isn't a member of the Rowdies, I hope you'll contact me and join. It's a great group of MGA lovers! On January 15, 2001 the Michigan Rowdies and NAMGAR lost one of our beloved members and friends. The LBC community will miss our Joyce (Hart) Nichols. Joyce had been active in both organizations for over two decades and was the past chair of the North American MGA Register for a five year term. I have known Joyce for several years and she has always been there to answer questions or help members and non-members alike with a big smile on her face. She and her husband Bruce were always the first to offer their home for a club function or to lead a driving event in their MGA! Anyone who had the privilege of knowing Joyce will never forget her. She was definitely an example of the unofficial NAMGAR motto that "you come for the cars, but come back for the people." |
| Nieck Jan Boschman's 1960 MGA Roadster / NAMGAR #5779 These cars came in pieces to Holland and were assembled in the city of Amersfoort by Mr. Molenaar. The only thing I changed is the color, original color was light blue with beige trim. When I bought the car it was old english white. I simply had my doubts about light blue so I decided to paint it the colour charriot red. I also have a homepage http://home.wxs.nl/~colour/restaura.htm and my E-mail address is: colour@wxs.nl |
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| JAl Baran's 1960 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #4782 I'm a member of the Nutmeg chapter (Connecticut) and thought you might be interested in this. My wife designs lingere for a division of Playtex (specialty Intimates inc.) and was doing a photography shoot for the catalog at our house when the photographer noticed my 1960 MGA in the garage. He took a few pictures and one ended up in the catalog and also became the photo for the tag ( picture on the product.) If you want more info ( The model's name is Svetlana from Russia) e-mail me at Albaran@aol.com. My MGA roadster is Dove Gray with a red interior. It was a ground up (body off) restoration. The car was invited to be in the Greenwhich Connecticut Concourse De Elelgance but I couldn't make it. |
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| Kees and Koen Struijk's 1960 MGA Roadster / NAMGAR # 5498 We purchased this car in January 1995, GHNL83824, 16GA/U/H 15103 , and totally restored it between August 1995 and January 1999, to full original specifications. Kees (my father) first drove an MGA when he lived in Florida in 1974/1975. We drove close to 7000 miles since the restoration and it only seems to run better and better. <struijk@mgcars.org.uk> |
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| Terry & Merideth Trovato's 1958 ZB Magnette Sports Sedan / NAMGAR #V148 This 1958 MG ZB Magnette is one of approximately 1,500 exported to America. Since ZB Magnettes were more or less designed for the British "home market," they are rather rare today in the U.S. Jeff Powell, North American Z Magnette Group, estimates there are probably no more than 175 survivors in the U.S., with about half of that number which "run and drive" This is one of them. It has an MGA replacement engine equipped with a single Weber down-draught carb. Much engine work was done two years ago, which makes it a great daily driver. With its classic looks--the British automotive press of the late 1950s dubbed it "...the baby Bentley"--it draws a crowd wherever it's parked. Not ready for Pebble Beach, but an honest reliable example of the marque. <terryt@callon.com> |
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| Jim Stout's 1962 MGA MKII Deluxe Roadster / NAMGAR #1100 This photo of my MkII De-luxe that I have owned since 1978 was taken in Bellevue, WA looking north with Lake Sammamish & the Cascades in the background. This MGA had not been on the road since 1981 and it took me until last year to get around to restoring it. |
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| Don & Suzanne Stewart's 1960 MGA Roadster / NAMGAR # 5029 Here is our 1960 Alamo Beige roadster, NAMGAR register 5029. It was completed on 25 January 1960 and dispatched to "North America". I found it somewhat forlorn with a "for sale" sign in a gas station outside of Pittsburgh in 1993. The original color was Old English White. When restoration was started in 1995, my wife Suzanne and I couldn't decide on a color. We weren't inspired by the original white. I was leaning toward the popular red, but Suzanne said there were already too many red MGAs. (My friend Chuck in Phila. says "There's a reason for that!") While attending MG Indy 96, we saw an Alamo Beige roadster and we both agreed on the spot that it would be the color for our MGA. I don't know who's car that was on the show field at Indy, but it was an inspiration. I finally finished the car in the spring of 1999. It is a joy to drive since. Hope to see you all at GT 25 in 2000. Don Stewart - Pittsburgh, PA <mgpgh@telerama.lm.com> |
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| Ron & Lynne Zeraldo's 1958 and 1961 MGA Roadsters / NAMGAR #336 & 5694 Here are 4 pictures of MG's belonging to the "Zeraldo" family. We are known as the 'House of MG's in the community in which we live. The first MG was purchased in 1970, it is the 1958 red MGA. The MG was restored over a period of 3 & 1/2 years. The complete restoration was done by my father & I (everything from the engine/trans. rebuild to paint & interior). I was only 14 years of age @ the time of purchase. The MG was driven daily to high school, college & first full time job from April 1st to October 31st for the first 6 years following the restoration. I bought a winter driver in 1979 which was a 1973 MGB! The MGA from then on has been used for summer weekend pleasure driving only. As you can see from the NAMGAR registration # 336 the 'A' has been a faithful member for a long time. Since the ''70's I have purchased, driven, torn-apart & or sold over 50 assorted british sportcars. The second picture...the 1961 MGA, registration #5694 was purchased for my wife Lynne who got the british sportscar "bug" in 1979. She bought a beautiful '76 Spitfire & drove it for several years until we decided to marry & sold it to buy her wedding dress! Her MGA was purchased in June of 1998, the car had been sitting since 1985. The 'A' was originally from Paris, France (owned by a movie producer) & brought to Toronto, Canada in the late '60's. I have rebuilt the hydraulics, brakes & fuel lines & it now runs like a clock. The wheels on the car are obviously not original & have to go! The 3rd picture of two MGB's are destined to belong to our two son's Zack &Mack once they complete their schooling with decent grades. In the interm Lynne & I can enjoy driving the boys in the B's to ensure they remain in good running order. Zack who is 10 years of age has his eye on the blue one & Mack, 6 years of age wants the orange one. To round-out the collection, I'm looking for an MGTC in any condition...if you know of one please drop me a line. From the House of MG's - Ron, Lynne, Zack & Mack, E-mail: rjzer@sprynet.com |
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| Mike and Sandy Ziolkowski's 1960 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR # 986 I came across my 1961 MGA 1600 Mk1 back in 1977. Took me 6 years to restore. It belonged to an old boyfriend of my wife at the time. Needless to say, I still have my MGA but not that wife. Pictured is my new bride, Sandy. We are pictured here leaving our wedding reception in August of 1997. I knew she was the one when she insisted on driving away in the MGA on our wedding day even though it was 103 degrees. We even broke down temporarily on the way home. Vapor lock! Great story to tell our kids one day! mziolkowski@noblesteed.com |
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| Kristian Chronister's 1960 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #5862 Our recently acquired 1960 1600 (GHNL 78894) Anyone running a "most misguided color scheme" contest? The Previous Owner assured me he painted over the original Alamo Beige so "the squares in their minivans" wouldn't fail to see him. We'll forgive him because he took great care of her and kept her nearly 100% original other than the paint, but you have to cringe just a little... |
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| Bob Mabey and Judie Morrow's 1957 MGA 1500 / NAMGAR #5399 My MGA and her home were at Stowe 1999 . When I walked over to ask the Rover group if they would like a cup of coffee I looked back and saw this (see attached ) I owned my first {A} back in 1966 drove it daily, raced it on ice and anything else I could find.. P, S we add about 3000 miles to her in 1999 to be driven !!!! |
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| Don Tremblay's 1960 MGA 1600 # 1810 I originally discovered British cars in 1967 when the girl next door started dating a boy from a neighboring town. The boy became a good friend and so did his MGA. The car was a typical 60's British car. What I mean is that it was dying a slow death from lack the of attention and virtually no maintenance unless something was broken. One day in 1969, I went over my friends house and his dad said that, "for $150.00 the car was mine". Thirty one years later and untold memories later, the car is still mine. The car has appreciated over the years and my appreciation for MGA's has never wained. Today it is priceless. Our lifes have become very complicated like today's cars. But the MGA will always have the ability to lose one thoughts on a twisting country road regardless what life throws at us. <mailto:sassawanna@charter.net> |
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| Mark J Michalak's 1958 ZB Magnette /NAMGAR #V084 This Magnette was purchased from NAMGAR member Jeff Zorn in 2005. It has a 3-main 1800 motor and MGB 3.9 rear end which makes it a comfortable 70+ mph highway car. It will also receive disc front brakes to increase stopping |
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| Joe and Lois Wiley's 1960 MGA / NAMGAR #336 & 5281 Joe bought his first MG in 1958 during his Junior year in High School. It was a '53 MGTD. He then traded the TD in for a '58 MGA in 1962 while serving in the US Army. After getting married and starting a family, he was forced to sell the A for a more practical passenger car, but he never forgot that feeling of driving an MG. In the early seventies he was lucky to find a '50 TD that needed a good home and a total restoration. He and Lois did a body off restoration, and upon completion, found it to be an award winner in shows. During that period, Joe also bought a '54 TF and '48 TC. The present MGA was bought six years ago as a basket case, and after a body off restoration, has been an award winner as well. Joe and Lois once again enjoy those weekend drives along scenic roads and showing off their work at British Car Shows when time permits. mailto:JWiley0541@aol.com |
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| Blake Urban's MGA Twin Cam / NAMGAR #120 I suppose all you guys want is beautiful pictures of finished cars, but here is yd3/589 in its current state. |
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| Mark J. Michalak's 1960 1600 Coupé / NAMGAR #5955 I've owned this Coupe since 2000. It was in very good shape with little rust, a straight body, and few mechanical problems. My intent with this car was to have a solid road car that would be reliable and comfortable for long trips. To accomplish this I added a high compression 5-main 1800 with HS6 carbs, Miata seats, and a very good sound system. I regularly drive the car great distances and especially like to participate in long rallies such as the Missouri Endurance Rally and the Grand Lake Tour. I do intend to restore the car because I think it deserves more than Rustoleum and road dirt. mailto:michalakmj@hotmail.com |
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| Frank Burggraf's MGA Coupé / NAMGAR #0701 It’s the winter of 2006, so I’m more into reading G. A. Henty, than fish-tailing (I mean controlled skids) along the country lanes in Bedford County, PA. After a professional tune up of the A and a new regulator and radiator, she’s ready to cruise, and so am I. Next improvements are new paint (same OEW), heater core and a period radio (for looks only). Most recent great memories are |
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| Pheona and Joe Kaiser's 1958 MGA Coupé / NAMGAR #6011 We recently acquired "Daphne" a 1958 MGA Coupé from an Ebay auction. "Daphne" is not for the "purist MGA lover" because she has air conditioning; 1800 cc 1975 MGB engine and overdrive transmission; Crane cam and ignition; security system; steering column mounted self-canceling turn signals; horn button relocated to the center of the steering wheel; clock located in the previous horn button location; intermittent windshield wipers; vents in the foot wells; ampere and voltage charging meters; and the spare tire is recessed into the exterior of the boot lid. Her 48 spoke wire wheels are thought to be original and very road worthy. The Kaisers are finding she is a real head-turner and even more enjoyable to drive than their 1977 MGB "Winston". josephkaiser@bellsouth.net |
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| B.S. Lim's 1962 MGA Mk II / NAMGAR #5971 I bought this newly frame off restored 1962 MGA Mk II the end of June 2000. The restorer is a gentleman by the name of Mr Chester Sztybel, a long time member of Victoria MG Club in BC. When I was young, my first car was an MGB. That was 1971 in Malaysia. I could not remember the year of the used car. I had a lot of fun with it for four years before I immigrated to Canada. When I saw this MGA, I just had to own it. My friends are saying that I will be contributing to the college fund of my mechanic's children. I hope this car does not require too much repair. bslim@mail.tss.net |
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| Steve Merical's 1958 MGA / NAMGAR #5937 My '58 MGA 1500 roadster with the Fox River and a riverboat in the background. I trailered this car from Kentucky in October '99 to Chicago. The car had been in storage (hibernation) for 14 years. I've been working on it ever since and it's running pretty well right now. I put about 400 miles on it this summer and another 800 miles on a MGB I have. Safety Fast, Steve Merical St. Charles, IL Merical@aol.com |
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| Heather and Kevin Richard's 1962 MGA Mk II / NAMGAR #0188 Hi, my name is Kevin Richards, my wife, heather and myself would like to introduce ourselves, and our 62 MGA MKII. We were just recently married (May 28th, 2000) and have just relocated to Virginia. We are looking forward to club meets, but as you can see from the pictures, we won't be attending in our MGA any time soon. The A is in the bare frame stage of the frame up restoration. I will be refurbishing the rear axle next. Oh the pleasure this car will be when she is finished.....Drive your A for us, we will be there in spirit. Hope to see you with the finished MGA ... cheers, Kevin and Heather Richards mgcarma@juno.com |
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| Steve Vandal's MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #4816 My MGA taken on 17 mile drive by Pebble Beach. Car is a 1600 with 60,000 original miles. It was raced in San Diego in the early 60's and has a modified head and street cam. Has 1960 wood - oak dash, steering wheel and gear shift. Will turn the quarter in the 17's and has a top end of 106 MPH. Great car with only three owners. Steve_Vandal@hotmail.com |
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| Melana Gardner's 1961 MGA / NAMGAR #5975 The rescue of MGA occurred on Wednesday, July 5.She was found in a small town in North East Texas, in a 'workshop' of a fellow 'car lover'. However, said car lover didn't have the time, patience, know-how, or inclination to take care of the poor baby, .Boo-Boo was rescued by her present custodian, Melana Gardner (note the initials )- against her (and husband Bill's) better judgment According to records, said MGA is a 1961 1600 MKI, built in August 1960, delivered with a blue top & tonneau, heater & whitewalls She is now known as 'Boo-Boo'- for obvious reasons Boo-Boo is now happily housed with two other MG's- a 939 TB Tickford, and a 1948 TC, formerly a vintage racer. Of the three, Boo Boo is in the best shape- as she actually runs (Ms Tickford is undergoing a frame up restoration, and Racer is a basket case, andawaits being returned to his former glory.) Boo-Boo hashad an all new brake system installed, and a general tune-up, and is now ready to receive a new windshield and seats. She will soon be running like the wind again Alas, poor Boo-Boo will need to take a number and get in the queue for her frame up restoration, estimated to begin in about year 2003 (After Racer). She can't wait to go to her first official MG Gathering and run with the big dogs Melana Gardner, Keller, TX melana_g@yahoo.com |
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| Gary and Linda Kirk's 1960 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #5324 From Prosper Texas we are the proud owners of this 1960 MGA 1600. I restored the "Lady in Red", with a little help from my friend, in a little over two years. She is a great ride and Linda & I love cruising the back roads. gkirk@belmontent.com |
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| Scott Willis's 1959 MGA / NAMGAR #5801 This car is in it's driver state. The 3rd cylinder stopped firing so I pulled the engine and purchased a rebuilt 1500 engine from a 57 abandoned project. I decided to do a little paint work before installing the rebuilt motor. The minor paint work became, "It would really be a crime to not take this off the frame." I'm sure you all know that story. I vowed to never disassemble the car because I wanted a driver. Well I drove it for 2 years after a year of hard work. Now on year 3 I am working fast to get this ready for St. Paul. I'll be bring two novice MGB owners that caught the bug. Cheers, Scott Willis 1959 MGA, 1957 MGA, 1973 Triumph Bonneville swillis@premiernet.net |
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| Paul Casarona's 1960 MGA / NAMGAR # This is my 1960 MGA 1600. It was restored several years ago as a gift for my brother who has since had two kids, 2 new homes, and 4 Porsche 911's. So, I ended up getting the car back from him to keep it in the family. I did all the work myself, except for some mechanical work my brother had done when he owned the car. It is a go anywhere car which I love to drive when the weather is nice. It has not been in the rain since I've owned it. As a matter of fact, I still have the new soft-top (still in the box) that came with the car when I bought it in 1989. If any other A or Magnette owners wish to meet in or around Alabama let me know. <pcasarona@auburnschools.org> |
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| Tom Howard's MGA / NAMGAR # I bought my MGA "Fred" twenty-eight years ago for $75.00 and have been driving it pretty much ever since. In 1987 I attempted my first frame off restoration, which was chronicled in both British Car Magazine & MGA! In spite of being often "driven hard & put away wet" the little MGA has done well at shows receiving a First Place 1600 at GT-19, Best English Sports Car & Participants Choice at The Greenwich Concours de Elegance, and First Place Foreign Sports Open & Best Import at the Lime Rock Park Vintage Fall Festival. People seem to appreciate the simple design & integrity of the MGA, and the fact that I did all the work myself. Whenever possible my MGA & I are out chasing "the moments of freedom that are never given to you" with our club the Nutmeg Chapter of NAMGAR, here in CT. <mgatom@aol.com> |
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| Paul Casarona's 1958 Magnette ZB / NAMGAR # This is my latest project which I purchased from a NAMGAR member in NM. Since I live in AL and a trip to see the car was not feasible, Don Holle, former NAMGAR Registrar, was nice enough to go and check it out for me - Thanks again Don. This is a 1958 ZB Magnette Varitone. It is currently one color, but I will eventually repaint it in a two tone scheme. This car is slowly becoming my favorite. The attention to detail and quality of materials and workmanship that 1000 pounds could buy in 1958 is unbelievable to me. I have enjoyed and continue to enjoy discovering all the little things about these cars that make them so special. Hope to see some of you on the road in this one soon! Finally an MG that I can (legally) carry 3 <pcasarona@auburnschools.org> |
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| Jack & Kathryn Schneider's 1958 MGA 1500 / NAMGAR #5933 It started for me (Jack) in 1963 when my dad bought the "2nd car" for the family, a black 1956 MGA 1500 roadster. At the time we were a family of 8, with 1 more soon to follow. That's me on the left in the black & white photo at age 7 with my dad and #2 brother, from under the lifted front end. I attended British car events and functioned as navigator on a few rallies, even though I probably had to stretch a bit to see over the dash of the "A". A few years later the "A" was replaced with a '64 MGB roadster. Unfortunately both were gone before I was able to get my driver's license. Too late, the MG's left an indelible mark. I just had to wait for my chance. In 1997 I entered MG mania with a '78 MGB rubber bumper roadster. 2000 was a good year as I finally was able trade up (back ?) to my roots with this '58 1500 roadster. My wife and I are looking forward to many years of driving enjoyment. <mgaguy@pconline.com> |
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| Eric Welty's 1960 MGA / NAMGAR #5978 Here's a picture of Miss Scarlet, a 1960 1600. (ed: sorry it's upside down! Hopefully your computer skills are beyond mine and you can turn her over!) I'd like to say she's in front of my house, but it's actually her mechanics....No, seriously, this stately home simply seemed to be an appropriate backdrop for a lady of such refined style and mannners. This picture was taken a few moments after I noticed a flash of debris go by my side window, and heard the tinkling sound of metal on pavement. I assumed it was something off the truck ahead of me, but when I finally got home to my (much) more modest home, I noticed she had lost her left turn signal lens, as is evident in this picture! |
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| Rick Brown's 1961 MGA Roadster / NAMGAR # 4794 I purchased this car around January 1992. It's chassis number is GHNL91651. The car was a chrome yellow when I purchased it and I have driven it pretty hard - from New Jersey to Indianapolis, Michigan, Minnesota, Canada, Virginia, North Carolina etc. In the fall of 2001 I started the restoration and just recently (May 2003) got it back on the road in it's new BRG paint job. I will be driving the car to Oregon to GT 28 in just a few short weeks. mgrick@mgcars.org.uk |
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| Chris & Rick Green's 1960 MGA / NAMGAR #2091 Here's a photo of the car we bought from Jack Kurkowski at GT-24 in Lake Tahoe. You might remember it as his Blue car. He drove it to the meet and then back to my house in St. Louis to drop it off. The car is a great driver and we take it out almost every evening as it is just a blast to drive. rickmg@swbell.net |
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| Dennis Schwenks 1960 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #6075 In the early 60's, when I met my wife, I owned a "bugeye" Sprite for a couple of years. Purchasing a British sportscar was not even on the RADAR screen two years ago. However I had recently retired after 46 years on the job and my son, who was looking for a used car, brought home an Auto Locator. While looking through this publication I found the MGA. My wife always liked the T series MG's, so when we stumbled on the TD, another was purchased. The "A" runs and drives very well but could benefit from a restoration. The "T" is pristine. Denny Dps7187@aol.com |
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| Hal VanDiver's 1962 MK II / NAMGAR #6103 I am a new NAMGAR member, #6103. My car, which I have owned since 1974, is a 1962 MGA MkII, (GHNL2 / 107574). The first photo was taken July 1976. The second was taken June 24, 2001. The only difference, beyond twenty-five years of aging, is a new set of tires and a new top in 1988. hvandiver@carolina.rr.com |
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| Agnes & Larry Robert's 1962 MK II / NAMGAR #6126 I found the car upstate CT and I've been working on it since mid August of 2001. The exterior is in very good condition, see attached photo. Mechanically it's also very good. I'm currently detailing the engine compartment, frame on and engine in; needless to say, a tough job. Next I'll be removing the undercoating on the frame followed by cleaning and painting; not much rust! It's a good driver and we try to do some work, then take short trips and enjoy the weather. I think I'll take a break and see some fall colors before I tackle more of the work ahead. I really enjoy the site and all the great info and photos. My wife Agnes and I are enjoying our Sunday rides together LROB143@aol.com |
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| Gary Fraipont's 1959 MGA / NAMGAR #6149 "Maggie" She has had a complete restoration in 2004. Gary is a member of the Canadian Classic MG Club ( British Columbia ) The MG Car Club ( England ) as well as NAMGAR. Gary's email address is gary@rltylink.com |
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| Ted Person's 1959 MGA / NAMGAR #1768 Attached are two photos of my MGA, one with the competition wind screen and one with regular windscreen and top up. I recently converted to wire wheels after 22 years of "thinking" about it. I had first joined NAMGAR back in 1979, thus the low number, and then went dormant until about three years ago. I really enjoy the MGA! Magazine and tips. tedsmga@comcast.net |
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| Helen & Bob Forest's 1961 MGA / NAMGAR #5710 Our MGA is a 1961 1600, which took me close to 3000 hours to restore over a period of 8 years, evenings and weekends. It is a total frame off. The color is British Racing Green, with a Tan interior. Dayton Chrome wire wheels. It has entered many shows and won, and placed a second in the Stowe Vermont Concourse D'Elegance British Invasion 1999. |
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| Bruce Nichol's 1959 MGA 1500 / NAMGAR #63 Joyce bought this 1500 in California in 1986. When she moved back home to Michigan in 1992, she had to leave it with a friend until she could make arrangements to get it here. Jack Kurkowski (long-time NAMGAR member and friend) offered to go out to LA and get it and drive it back to the Midwest. Well...She knew it couldn't be in better hands. Since then, it has been driven to NAMGAR GTs in North Carolina, Texas and Tennessee, as well as others closer to home. Thanks to many Michigan Rowdie members for helping Joyce learn how to keep it on the road! Joyce married Bruce Nichols (Michigan Chapter's first chairman), Bruce now enjoys doing most of the maintenance. Joyce always said that if anyone out there lives in Michigan and isn't a member of the Rowdies, she would hope you'll contact one of the Rowdies and join. It's a great group of MGA lovers! On January 15, 2001 the Michigan Rowdies and NAMGAR lost one of our beloved members and friends. The LBC community will miss our Joyce (Hart) Nichols. Joyce had been active in both organizations for over two decades and was the past chair of the North American MGA Register for a five year term. I have known Joyce for several years and she has always been there to answer questions or help members and non-members alike with a big smile on her face. She and her husband Bruce were always the first to offer their home for a club function or to lead a driving event in their MGA! Anyone who had the privilege of knowing Joyce will never forget her. As you can see by her text above Joyce was definitely an example of the unofficial NAMGAR motto that "you come for the cars, but come back for the people." |
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| Dave Houser's MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #114 I'm #114 in NAMGAR. Restored the car back in 1981 and she still shines. Best bit of fun was doing 101+ mph down the straight at Summit Point at the MG 94 held in DC. Longest trip was out to Twist's Summer Party for "Coupes". |
| Thor Sorensen's 1956 MGA 1500 / NAMGAR #6197 Hi I`m Thor Sørensen from Norway and this is my MGA 1500 from 1956, # 6197. This car it`s a CKD sent to Irland in march 1956, and possibly been sent to South Africa later for assembly in Durban. The car lived her life in South Africa up to 1995 and came to Norway that year. The car was store in a barn until I came across it in 1998. thor@bsgruppen.no |
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| David & Pamela Crawford's 1960 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #3147 Iris, (original factory color) our 1960 MGA roadster, has been mostly restored and modified to handle 2003 traffic. Although engine displacement and compression is stock, here are the changes: The front springs are 1" shorter than stock. A 3/4" sway bar was installed to improve handling. We replaced the rear Armstrong shacks with tube type shocks. The four speed was replaced with a fully synchromesh Ford Sierra 5 speed transmission which allows Iris to cruise comfortably in 5th...65 mph @ 3,200 rpm. We chopped the factory windshield frame and installed a 1/4" Lexan windscreen. Iris looks like she's going fast even when parked. (Honest...no bugs in our teeth.) Iris is a real joy to drive! She just took us on a 2,800 mile round trip to NAMGAR's GET-28 in Welches, Oregon, at the foot of Mt. Hood. Not one mechanical problem. Iris says she's getting ready to drive to Connecticut for GT-29. We're planning to go with her. David & Pamela Crawford, San Diego, California dcrawfor@san.rr.com |
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| Jack Mancuso's 1958 MGA 1500 / NAMGAR #5755 Here's the wife and I on our way Christmas shopping. (Kimberly) is up for the task since Kimberly is an all weather vehicle. Note the absence of snowballs in the right-hand seat. Watch it, you lechers! |
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| Evan Ray's 1960 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #6486 REDHOT A, my 1960 MGA, was purchased in September, 2002. It was truly a barn find and a full frame up restoration was completed on it in 1996 by Greg Tullo of Raleigh, NC. He had the car for 24 years until he finally decided that it would be off in the hands of someone who would drive it regularly as he choose to keep his MGB as his daily driver. I've put over 10,000 miles on this wonderful car in just over one year. The color is not original but a General Motors "Vet Red" with a clearcoat. Rare Pirelli P4's all around. Original points replaced with Pertronix electronic ignition. |
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| Jim and Judy Jensen 1960 MGA1600 / NAMGAR # 5708 We bought our MGA in 1979, it was in good condition for one that spent most of it's life outside under a tarp without a top. It run and we did drive it a while. In September of 1979 I decided to restore it and took it all apart. |
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| Rob Carleen & Linda Boas' 1961 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #6528 We discovered this car, in an old woman's garage, under a pile of old carpeting, furniture and boxes of old clothes in 1994. She had intended to "get it running again someday" and was interested in selling. She told us that her neice had been using the car and it overheated and now it wouldn't start. Offering to check it out, it was determined that the car had indeed overheated--the temp gage was stuc, well up into the oil pressue part ofthe gage and that the engine was seized. We finally purchased the car in 1999 and began work . The engine was junk, electrics shot, all hydraulics corroded solid. Body looked fine until the layers of paint were removed, exposing thick layers of filler and lots of rust. We bought a second MGA, in even worse shope cosmetically, for parts. The remains of this car are now in Ontario, as part of another restoration. Four years later, after countless hours of work, the car is back on the road, sporting a Woodlands Green paint job and all new tan interior. |
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| Alex Mullin's 1960 MGA / NAMGAR #1978 This 1960 MGA GHNL 73339 came to me from Indiana about a year ago. She is painted big Healey silver blue, although she was originally iris blue. All the numbers match, but unfortunately I don't know her history previous to 1981 when the Namgar number was assigned. My daughters have named her "Victoria" but we all call her "Vicky" for short. Vicky starts right up every time and drives smoothly, turning heads along the way. Since we've gotten our MGA we've discovered 5 other MGA owners living within 3 miles of us! Safety Fast! |
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| Steve Giannoni and Lana Briscoe's 1959 Magnette ZB / NAMGAR #V-195 We are Steve Giannoni P.E., and Lana Briscoe, of Northport, Long Island, New York, U.S.A., having acquired our 1959 MG Magnette, during August 2004. "Maggie" with 78K miles has apparently spent most of her life in Colorado, U.S.A., accounting for her pristine condition. I'm now into my early retirement, and while attempting to recapture my long lost college days of the 1960s, via Internet research, I found my beloved college car ( same year and model - different color ). Maggie's a beautiful metallic gray green, with wooden ( mahogany and burly walnut ) and maroon leather interior. Exterior and wood in great condition but she'll need a good reupholstering! Lana and I enjoy regular drives in Maggie she runs so well and is a sheer pleasure to drive. casagiannoni3@earthlink.net |
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| Roger Dotson's 1956 MGA I purchased my 1956 MGA Roadster just prior to my birthday in 1996. A long and painful restoration was started, and I first drove the car in the summer of 2000. While not perfect, this car is a driver and I drive it whenever I can. Since 2000, I have logged over 15,000 miles in the A. In April of 2004, I drove the car (with luggage trailer in tow) to Arizona from Kentucky. I toured Arizona with an Arizona European Car Club, driving over 1,000 miles in Arizona alone. The round trip totaled over 5,600 miles, and my only delay was one flat tire in Texas! I hope to drive the car to GT-30 in Michigan, then to my new home in Pleasant Grove, Utah. |
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| Dick Jordan's 1958 MGA Roadster / NAMGAR #6590 Di |
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| Pam & William Riley's 1961 MGA / NAMGAR #1961 The photo is of my wife, Pam, in uniform as a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, next to our "Coast Guard Blue" MGA at the conclusion of the Bowie, Maryland, Memorial Day parade. I drove the car, also in uniform as a retired Coast Guard Lieutenant Commander, as part of the Asphalt Angels car club contingent. This was the last shot on the roll of film so a photo of me will have to wait. |
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| Mary Ellen and Ken Doris' 1962 1600 MKII / NAMGAR #6492 Mary Ellen bought this car when she was 19. Luckily, in the 30+ years since then, only one of them has needed a frame-up restoration. As you |
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| Scott Browns 1957 MGA Roadster / NAMGAR 6662 This 1957 MGA racer was originally built in southern California in the late 70s. I discovered it after being garaged for some years. Full restoration and race prep was complete in the winter of 04. Now racing with CSRG, HMSA and SCCA. Nick named "The Pile". |
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| Howard & Kay Larson's 1959 MGA Roadster / NAMGAR #6687 Am attaching a photo of our 1959 MGA. This car was an ebay purchase a little over a year ago. I had seen the car but didn't know if it would run or was drivable. The paint, body, interior were all in great shape and the tires were new. Other than being covered in dust it looked very nice and I thought if someone went to that much trouble to make it look nice it must be decent mechanically as well. Plus the car was just 4 miles from where we lived. I started watching the bidding and thought it going for a reasonable price so jumped in and started bidding. Of course the price started going up. I finally put a final bid in, turned off the PC and went out to mow the lawn. Returning an hour later I learned I was the high bidder! I also learned the right rear tire was locked up and the batteries were bad. To make a long story short I ended up putting almost as much cost under the car as what I paid for it. It had not top or top frame and no tonneau cover or side curtains. All were purchased new along with the luggage rack and fender mirrors. The car is now a very fun car to drive. We joined NAMGAR on the advice of a friend and am glad we did. MGA! is a terrific magazine and the membership packet included a list of other members in our state. Beahusker@aol.com |
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| Tom & Susanne Tallone's 1959 Twin Cam Roadster / NAMGAR #1128 and 1959 Twin Cam Coupe / NAMGAR #1165 We've owned our Twin Cam Roadster YD3-2249 since June 1978. I registered the car with NAMGAR (#1128) soon after I purchased it. The car did not have the original TC engine in it and I started restoring the car (body off) in 1988 and had it on the road with an 1800 engine by January 1990. In 1992 I found a 1958 push rod coupe (NAMGAR # 4810) w/ a TC engine (16G U 446). I swapped motors and in 1996 I was driving a Twin Cam Roadster with a fresh motor, w/ original CR (Le Mans) transmission & 4.55:1 final gears. Love that Twin Cam. We've driven the car around 16,000 miles, 6000 of them with the TC engine and it's been great fun. |
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| David Honness's 1961 MGA 1600 Roadster / NAMGAR #4985 and 1960 MGA 1600 Coupe / NAMGAR #1402 I have owned my 1961 MGA Roadster (#4985) since August, 1997. This is a duplicate of my first MGA back in 1961 that I used when in college. It is currently (September 2005) getting an 1800 MGB engine and a 3.9 rear. I will be using this as a daily driver except when it is snowing or pouring rain. I treat this car a lot better than I did with my original MGA as I used to run my original MGA in “Old English Field Trials” (We would mark off a road course in a field and do timed runs) and gymkhanas. I live right by the Blue Ridge |
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| Bud Nocera's 1956 MGA 1500 / NAMGAR #6400 “Penelope” was purchased in 2003. When I found her she already had her running gear and electrical system restored by a previous owner, |
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| Jeff and Jeanne Snow's 1959 MGA Roadster / NAMGAR #6406 I have owned my 1959 MGA Roadster since August, 1987. This was my first car and what a basket case it turned out to be. I used it as a 'daily' driver. On the days it did run, I quickly became a master of 'get it home' techniques. |
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| Gene deRuelle's 1959 MGA Roadster /NAMGAR #5950 The car sat out in a field for 18 years. It had a Ford Pinto engine and transmission. A frame off restoration was performed, and an MGB 1800 cc engine was installed with racing headers and a Weber downdraft carb. The car was painted a light dove gray with a red leather interior. A burl walnut dash was installed with the original instruments refaced in magnolia white. |
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| Bryant Niedospial's 1961 MGA MKII / NAMGAR #6819 I have included a photo of my new 1961 MarkII MGA. I am in the process of building my 1958 MGA to concourse specifications. Wanting to have fun with my Suncoast British Car Club, I needed something to play with while the restoration was progressing. Having just fitted the competition windscreen, I wanted to send a picture of the '61. |
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| Henry & Wanda Cheli's 1962 MGA MK II / NAMGAR #1732 My first Car while attending College in Florida in 1968 was a 62’ MGA MK II, I drove that car from Florida to NY for Holidays and summer breaks. It never failed me until one sad day in 1972 it was hit by a Mercedes and I could not afford to fix it. Eight years ago we found our current MGA in a small town in Maryland. It was all original, rust free and drove great. After 8 years it was in need of some touch up. The engine was getting a little tired, transmission syncros were going in 2nd and 3rd and the paint was fading. The winter of 2005/2006 afforded me the time to get the car back in shape with a fender off paint job to original Chariot Red and a rebuild of the engine and transmission plus 100’s of other little touch ups. My wife loves riding in the car and it is great fun to work on. |
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| John & Jan Lanpher's 1959 MGA / NAMGAR #6752 This '59 was acquired from the estate of a family member from Ohio. Very solid vehicle from a late 80's restoration. Other prior history is unknown. Major upgrades to this daily driver are a 5-speed trans, rebuilt, balanced engine with a hotter cam, oil cooler. Great fun running it on track days at BFR in Northern Illinois. My wife, Jan, happily presents the vehicle for your viewing pleasure. <jdlanpher@insightbb.com> |
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| Brian & Teresa Amato's 1960 MGA / NAMGAR #6837 Dateline Traverse City, MI |
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| Kevin Bird's 1962 MGA MKII / NAMGAR #6291 I have had this car for over 20 years after buying it at auction in Newport Beach. The story at auction was that it was purchased by Ryan O'Neil and restored for his daughter Tatum. The registration records confirm Ryan owned the car and we have the dealer's contact that sold it to him and later sold it to an unknown couple that sold it to the man who sold it at auction. At some point the engine was switched out to an 1800 5 barring which may have not been a B engine with a number of #18V584Z-L2610. Head #56539. Body Number: B36389. Frame#: 104855. |
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| Bob Peate's 1960 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #1809 A long standing member has renewed the interest in the past few years. After 18 years of watching my children grow and develop, I turned to my second love. Attached are two photos of my 1960 Black MGA. One with my youngest daughter Lauren (age 19) and one of a newly rebuilt engine. On my way to GT29, which I registered for, I blew the engine and had to tow it home. Now she is running fine with occasional faulty fuel pump jitters. I would love to see them displayed on your web site. Have a great day. Bob Peate from NH <Rdp03087@aol.com> |
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| Zsolt and Patricia Csaba's 1957 MGA 1500 / NAMGAR #6940 For 15 years I owned Austin Healey's. First a 100-6 then traded for a 3000. In 1965 I got married and after four years of honeymooning came two beautiful kids, a new house, three horses, two dogs a cat and I had to sell the beautiful A/H 3000. It only lasted about 6 months, and a few days of crying on my wife shoulder, we agreed, I found an ad for a 57 MGA. It was running but far from being road worthy. It mostly sat in my garage for 33 years, when I, again approached my wife, saying I must have it PROFESSIONALLY put in order so I can drive it before, I die. |
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| Michael Cane's 1960 MGA 1600 / NAMGAR #6854 The story of this restoration really goes back to 1963 when the MGA 1600 that I owned at the time was run into by an out of control Lincoln . The MGA was repaired badly and never handled the same . I parted company in exchange for an XK150. Many cars later I was looking for a retirement project and a friend mentioned that he knew of an MGA 1600 which was due to be dismantled and crushed. I bought the car and have spent since 2003 doing a body off chassis restoration. The experience has led me to a real appreciation for the "A". It was quite a thrill to drive this model again after a gap of 43 years. The car had not been running since 1978.The b&w photo is of my original 1600 before being impacted by the Continental. |
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| Glenn & Christine Burrus' 1959 MGA 1500 / NAMGAR 0427 In October 2006, a month before my Father passed, I purchased this cherished '59 Roadster. He had it since 1997 and it was in need of a little TLC. I replaced the entire front end suspension, bushings etc., new drive shaft, new rear end and axle housing, Shocks and springs all the way around, a new header, and rocker arm shaft and a few more things that I can't remember...whew! It also has a later model 1800cc MGB motor in it so power is never a problem. Now it is running as fine as a new one. |
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| Michelle Bray's 1959 MGA 1600 Roadster / NAMGAR # 7017 When I was just sweet sixteen all I wanted for Christmas that year was a red MGA. The MGA had always been my dream car, and what better car for a sixteen year old girl! Well that year my family had some financial set backs and instead of getting a shiny red MGA I received a blue 56 ford. It took me 44 years to finally go ahead and purchase my MGA. I had always looked at them but the timing was never right to go ahead and buy one. Well anyway I found my current little dream on EBAY, put in the winning bid and had it shipped from Massachusetts. Turns out that I am only the second registered owner of this 1959 MGA 1600 and it only has 68000 miles. I have added a few things, had the engine worked on, a new exhaust and it runs like a dream and turns heads wherever it goes. I am looking forward to many years of enjoyment out of my little red "emma jean"!!! 2bray@earthlink.net |
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| Gerald Thomas's 1961 MGA Roadster / NAMGAR # 2420 I bought the red 61 roadster for $450 in July, 1970. Photo 1 shows it the week I bought it, wiring up the tail pipe while my niece watched. She now designs mass transit systems & drives a Prius. Odometer read 86xxx in 1970. Photo 2 shows it ten years later, winter 1980, shortly after I had it painted. By then the odometer was over 190,000. During the early 1970s I used it to commute daily, 45 miles each way. 1979 I bought a new car, and the MG became a 2nd car. Photo 3 is Summer, 2005--my nephew dreams about what might be in a few years when he can drive. This year (2007) the odometer topped 220,000. The rumor about MGs lacking reliability is nonsense. The trick is regular maintenance--same with any car. It helps too if you live in a climate like California. After 46 years the MG remains "rust free." "You can't have too many toys!!" Akbardel@aol.com |
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| Dennis Suski's 1958 MGA Coupe / NAMGAR # 6057 This is one of two '58 MGAs I own (you wouldn't want to see the other). Originally from dry New Mexico. Steve Fisher in MN did a super frame-off restoration and I credit him for that and his taste in paint color. The car is essentially like new and currently lives on the Chesapeake Bay. d_suski@comcast.net |
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| Ivan and Marilyn Dore's 1959 MGA / NAMGAR # 7008 Here is a photo as I got her home after she sat for 20 some Years in a garage not more than 20 Miles from my home in |
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| Paul and Susan Lyon's 1962 MGA 1600 MKII Roadster / NAMGAR # 7079 Thirty years ago my dad owned an MGB and I fell in love with MG's in my teens. After cutting my teeth on restoring a 1974 Midget and a 1961 Austin Healey Sprite I started to look for the MG I really wanted. After looking high and low for a project MGA to work on, I found this roadster by accident within a few miles of my house. I recognized the shape of the car from under the tarp that it had been stored outside for many years. Like most project cars it came with lots of extra parts because it needed lots of work. From what I can tell the car is a Minnesota car that saw its share of action (based on the number of dents in the fenders and bumpers). The selling feature was the engine had been rebuilt by a retired MG mechanic. I brought the car home like a lost puppy. Fast-forward ten years and kids out of college I started the restoration. The car was dismantled to a rolling chassis, chemically stripped, patch panels welded in, painted, rewired and assembled. I stayed with the original black but chose to reupholster the interior in tan and installed a new carpet kit. I had the steering rack disassembled and rebuilt and had the shocks also rebuilt. Plus much more. Two years later the restoration was completed in April of 2008. The car has about 65,000 miles on it and has become our favorite MG of the pack. Susan and I love to take the car out on the winding back roads of Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Hope to see you on the road. paul_lyon@q.com |
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