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Owner: Geoff Tabor
Make/model: MGA 1500 Coupé
Month/year of manufacture: 1958
Colour: Red (was iris blue when American export)
Engine size/type: 1500cc
BHP: 100bhp (Bob West of Wentbridge tuned)
Top speed: 95/100mph
Gearbox type: Manual - standard
Area: Charlton, Andover, Hampshire
Date purchased: March 1997
History: The car was purchased with a total chasis up restoration, including right hand drive, by a classic car club for hiring out. The company went bust and sold it on to a local garage (Reeder Bros, Upavon). Broke the engine crank in 2000 and went to Bob West for advice and a new tuned engine. Return every year to Bob for a full service and MOT, etc. The car is used throughout the year.
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