Details
1934 MG NA
Registration No. Not U.K. registered
Chassis No. NA 0614
Engine No. T.B.A.
Engine: six cylinder, in line, 1,271cc, overhead camshaft, 56 bhp at 5,500 rpm; Gearbox: four speed manual; Brakes: four wheel drum; Suspension: semi-elliptic leaf springs. Right hand drive.
The MG Magnette was introduced to the motoring world at the 1932 Motor Show. It was known as the K Series and was powered by an 1,100 cc, six cylinder engine. The mechanical specification was impressive indeed; the engine was fitted with a cross-flow cylinder head, strengthened crankshaft and camshaft, modified cam followers and enormous porting, six to a side. The coachwork too was impressive and the cars offered very good value for money. A full four seater pillarless saloon, which offered 70 mph plus performance, was priced only slightly higher than a standard Riley 9, and also offered far better handling and faster acceleration with the smooth six cylinder engine. In 1933 the K Types were given more power, the cylinder capacity being increased to 1,271cc by increasing the stroke.
1934 saw the introduction of the NA Magnette. The chassis design was no longer the standard ladder type, traditionally seen on MG's since 1930, and the engine was based on the K Type unit. Numerous modifications to the cylinder block and head, inlet manifold and lubrication system led to an increase in power of over 25 per cent, and the new NA models were credited with a useful turn of speed.
The NA open four-seat tourer on sale today is offered in a partially restored condition. The original coachwork was very tired when purchased by John Shute and he manufactured a new ash frame to the correct specifications (photographs included with the Lot). The body was re-panelled and sprayed in primer. The chassis was reconditioned and painted black, the original wings repaired and the car is described as being basically complete. It is described as having its original windscreen, hood frame, radiator and shell, sidescreen frames, dashboard, seat frames and runners, partially complete headlamps, pedals and cross-shafts, shock absorbers, carburettors, dynamo, gear-lever etc., although it is the responsibility of the purchaser to satisfy himself as to which, if any, parts are missing. The engine and gearbox are currently out of the chassis and the engine is believed to have been running prior to removal.
The file of history included with the Lot is comprehensive and includes copies of correspondence with the MG factory both pre and post war. Opportunities to purchase such MG Magnettes requiring restoration are few and far between. This car is an exciting project with a great deal of the difficult and expensive work already completed.
Registration No. Not U.K. registered
Chassis No. NA 0614
Engine No. T.B.A.
Engine: six cylinder, in line, 1,271cc, overhead camshaft, 56 bhp at 5,500 rpm; Gearbox: four speed manual; Brakes: four wheel drum; Suspension: semi-elliptic leaf springs. Right hand drive.
The MG Magnette was introduced to the motoring world at the 1932 Motor Show. It was known as the K Series and was powered by an 1,100 cc, six cylinder engine. The mechanical specification was impressive indeed; the engine was fitted with a cross-flow cylinder head, strengthened crankshaft and camshaft, modified cam followers and enormous porting, six to a side. The coachwork too was impressive and the cars offered very good value for money. A full four seater pillarless saloon, which offered 70 mph plus performance, was priced only slightly higher than a standard Riley 9, and also offered far better handling and faster acceleration with the smooth six cylinder engine. In 1933 the K Types were given more power, the cylinder capacity being increased to 1,271cc by increasing the stroke.
1934 saw the introduction of the NA Magnette. The chassis design was no longer the standard ladder type, traditionally seen on MG's since 1930, and the engine was based on the K Type unit. Numerous modifications to the cylinder block and head, inlet manifold and lubrication system led to an increase in power of over 25 per cent, and the new NA models were credited with a useful turn of speed.
The NA open four-seat tourer on sale today is offered in a partially restored condition. The original coachwork was very tired when purchased by John Shute and he manufactured a new ash frame to the correct specifications (photographs included with the Lot). The body was re-panelled and sprayed in primer. The chassis was reconditioned and painted black, the original wings repaired and the car is described as being basically complete. It is described as having its original windscreen, hood frame, radiator and shell, sidescreen frames, dashboard, seat frames and runners, partially complete headlamps, pedals and cross-shafts, shock absorbers, carburettors, dynamo, gear-lever etc., although it is the responsibility of the purchaser to satisfy himself as to which, if any, parts are missing. The engine and gearbox are currently out of the chassis and the engine is believed to have been running prior to removal.
The file of history included with the Lot is comprehensive and includes copies of correspondence with the MG factory both pre and post war. Opportunities to purchase such MG Magnettes requiring restoration are few and far between. This car is an exciting project with a great deal of the difficult and expensive work already completed.