OWNER: SCOTT POULIN
The 1957 MG MGA is a classic British two-seater sports car built by the British Motor Corporation (BMC), with 20,571 units produced in 1957 out of 101,081 total MGA models made between 1955 and 1962. [1, 2, 3]
Key Specifications
- Engine: 1,489cc (1.5L) B-series inline 4-cylinder engine
- Horsepower: 72 bhp
- Transmission: 4-speed manual floor shifter
- Body Styles: 2-door Roadster (convertible) and 2-door Coupe (introduced in 1957)
Market Value & Pricing
- Hagerty Valuation (Good Condition): Roughly $10,867 (low) to $16,267 (high), with an average estimate around $12,800. [1]
- Market Sales: Recent sales tracked on platforms like Classic.com show broader market ranges depending on condition, with average sales spanning up to $25,000 for well-kept examples. [1, 2]
- Community Consensus: According to collectors on Reddit, even unrestored or project-condition 1957 MGAs hold notable part and project value (ranging from a few thousand dollars in rough shape up to higher amounts for usable components). [1]
Off the frame restoration, with upgraded chrome spoke wheels and original luggage rack. Takes you back to the days of the glory days when chrome was king