1959 MG

[mockingbird812]

Any British "muscle car" enthusiasts out there? Hoping to set an appointment to see this car. What should I look for? What do these go for in nice driver condition(pix to follow)?

Thanks!

[mockingbird812]

I have an appt. Car has an mgb engine (not original to this car). Photos:

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-1691-28966-mg.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-1691-28967-mg2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-1691-28968-mg3.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-1691-28969-mg4.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-1691-28970-mg5.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-1691-28971-mg6.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-1691-28972-mg7.jpg

[Lynn]

Fun cars, even if horribly underpowered (even with the B engine).
Looks like a bit of a project.

Three words: rust, rust, rust.

Look for signs of old rust, any new rust, any poor rust repairs.

I would get on an MGA site and lurk. See what guys run into when restoring.

[m22mike]

Sam...what to look for ? Another car, maybe Italian <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

[Verne_Frantz]

Sam, You may be starting to creep into &quot;Charlie oddity&quot; territory....... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

But they ARE fun going around corners...
Verne <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[budnate]

Rust, and there like a boat.... two happiest days of your life... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Schonyenko2]

You are not going to look right in that car.

[mockingbird812]

ahh, but I have a beard now all I'd need was a cap!

[marxjunk]

and a weird pipe...dont for get the pipe..

[mockingbird812]

Checked the car out yesterday. What wonderful lines these cars have and so mechanically simple. The car appears to be mechanically sorted out (except for an unavailable 2nd gear) and appears to be rust free on 1st inspection, but was (very) amateurishly restored quite a few years back - I was hoping for original condition. I will most likely pass on this sports car. On the other hand there were some way cool tools that may be available. Nice old Dayton grinder with stand, Craftsman variable speed (circa 1950) drill press, and a very nice Blackhawk 4-ton floor jack - all in nice condition. Owner has to check with nephew who has expressed interest (but no $ so far).

Thanks for your (amusing) feedback! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

[galveston]

Ohio has brought about some changes in you Sam!!!!



http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-4954-29006-smoking_man.png

[68l30]

I'd be sure to stock up on a few bottles of this:

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-105-29007-smokekit2.jpg


BIG <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[Woj]

Sam,

You just need a handle bar mustache and a snapper cap. You'll be good to go.

Have fun.

Phil Woj

[mockingbird812]

Well aware of the Lucas wiring pitfalls (smoke in a jar, ha, that's a good one)<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
Shaun, how in the H#LL did you get the snap shot of me. I posted it for like milliseconds on FB! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif
Yeah Woj, brings to mind a dude from a car T.V. show with similar appearance.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

[427TJ]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a234/BE427TJ/MGA%20Play_zpswtyufpok.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/BE427TJ/media/MGA%20Play_zpswtyufpok.jpg.html)

[Lynn]

Guessing the car is local to you? What is the asking price (since you are passing, wouldn't hurt to give the seller a little advertising)? I already have one oddball British car, would probably be nuts to purchase a second one.

[mockingbird812]

Lynn,

She is asking $11K - I am guessing there is some wiggle in that number. If really interested I can forward a bunch of photos that I took.