1962 Racing MGA 1600 MK III Coupe the Mini was in production

the Mini was in production for over 40 years

This illustration shows a 1976 Mk3 Mini 850 – one of the most basic in the range

This illustration shows a V8 MGB-GT with rubber bumpers and the distinctive alloy road wheels

This illustration mimic the 1964 winning car and includes various details such as a roof mounted spotlight

1962 Racing MGA 1600 MK III Coupe the Mini was in productionThe MGA name was coined by the head of the MG Car Company, John Thornley and was so named as it was considered the first of a new line of MGs. The MGA was produced in Abingdon, England from 1955 and 1962 and replaced the MG TF 1500 Midget. More than 100,000 MGAs were sold with the majority being exported. The car was available both as a roadster and a coupe, although the coupe proved more popular for racing. The MGA was raced successfully in the U. S.