1938 MG VA Drophead
1938
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Transmission:
Manual
Cylinders:
4
Auction Estimate:
$35,000-$50,000
Description
Chassis # VA1161S
Engine # TPBG13483
This 1938 MG VA Tickford drophead, chassis # VA1161S, comes from the widely recognized “Cobb Collection” and is being offered for sale at No Reserve. Dick and Dotty Cobb of Gardiner, Maine developed an enthusiastic love for the MG marque. Their love evolved into a life long passion and led to the creation of one of the finest, most respected MG collections in the United States. It was their wish that their…
Chassis # VA1161S
Engine # TPBG13483
This 1938 MG VA Tickford drophead, chassis # VA1161S, comes from the widely recognized “Cobb Collection” and is being offered for sale at No Reserve. Dick and Dotty Cobb of Gardiner, Maine developed an enthusiastic love for the MG marque. Their love evolved into a life long passion and led to the creation of one of the finest, most respected MG collections in the United States. It was their wish that their collection come to the Owls Head Transportation Museum for the benefit of the museum and for all to enjoy. This vehicle is one of a select few that are being offered from the collection in order to help maintain the wonderful examples of MGs that will remain.
During the mid 1930’s, the VA 1.5 litre was the smallest of three models produced by MG as a venture into the larger luxury market to compete with the likes of Jaguar and Bentley. The elegant Tickford drophead design by famed coach-builder Salmon&Sons was one of the most sought after VA body styles of its time and is considered by many to be one of the most highly collectable pre-WWII MG’s. Of the 2,407 VA models manufactured prior to WWII, only 564 were Tickford’s in the drophead style
Chassis # VA1161S is a fine example of a classic pre-war MG. It’s burgundy red exterior with cream trim is still shows extremely well. The interior wilton wool carpets, tan leather upholstery and top material are in very good condition and reflect the high quality work that was performed at the time of restoration. Natural wood finish trim outlines the interior cabin.
Until recently, this VA has sat for an extensive period of time in storage or on static display, having not run under its own power until the early 2000’s. Owls Head volunteers undertook an analysis check over of all of the systems to return this vehicle to a running condition. Worked performed on this vehicles included inspecting the carburetors and installation of an inline fuel filter. The brake master cylinder and wheel cylinders were replaced. A full detailed repair and inspection journal was kept by volunteers and can be made available on request.
The 4-cylinder engine, #TPBG13483, is paired with a 4speed manual transmission and was found to run and shift well. The engine is a correct VA engine but is not original to the car. Owls Head staff and volunteers have driven this vehicle on museum property as part of their sorting out and inspection process. It is worth noting that this VA is an older restoration that has sat for close to 20 years in a non-running state. While museum staff have done a great amount of work in resurrecting this classic MG, further attention may be needed to bring this extremely solid 1938 VA Tickford drophead back to its full driving potential. Sold with a title.
1938 MG VA Drophead
Lot #:
088
No Reserve:
NO RESERVE
Auction Estimate:
$35,000-$50,000
Sold For:
$46,750.00
Year:
1938
Model:
VA
Mileage:
TMU
Exterior Color:
Burgundy/Red
Interior Color:
Tan
Cylinders:
4
Engine Size:
1548cc
Transmission:
Manual
Consignor Ratings*
Engine:
Very Good
Body:
Very Good
Chassis/Frame:
Very Good
Tires:
Good
Coachwork/Interior:
Very Good
Electrical:
Fair
Transmission:
Good
Paint:
Very Good
Overall Condition:
Very Good
*The following ratings were provided by the consignor, based on a scale of ‘Poor’, ‘Fair’, ‘Good’, ‘Very Good’ or ‘Excellent’. (Excellent = 100% restored)
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