
MG Metro
Metro-1 - MG Metro
Sold
Sold on 23 Apr 2026
Auction Ended
Sunday, 8 March 2026
Estimate
£8,000 - £10,000
Location
United Kingdom
Registration – F709 JTA Chassis No. – SAXXFWNM1BD808583 M.O.T. – July 2026 Odometer – 15,781 Finished in white and presenting in exceptional preserved order, this MG Metro is a remarkable time warp example showing just 15,781 miles at the time of consignment. The vendor informs us that the car has covered minimal mileage from new and has been carefully maintained throughout its life. Bodywork, decals and correct period wheels all appear highly original, reflecting the car’s sheltered existen...
The MG Metro 1300 (1982-1990) was the sporting version of the Austin Metro city car. The 1275cc A-Plus engine produced 72hp with twin SU carburetors. Red seatbelts, sports seats, and body graphics distinguished it from standard Metros. An affordable entry to MG ownership.
A-Series engine head gasket failure common. Subframe mounts rust badly - structural concern. Front suspension strut tops corrode. Hydragas suspension loses pressure. Interior plastics brittle. Electrical issues common on older cars.
Later cars with improved corrosion protection. Full service history. Rust-free subframe. Working Hydragas. Original graphics and trim. Low mileage unmolested examples.
Auction Ended
Sunday, 8 March 2026
Estimate
£8,000 - £10,000
Location
United Kingdom
Price on request