This 1958 MGA coupe reminds me just how pretty the fixed-head version of this popular MG two-seater is, looking quite sharp in silver paint with knock-off wire wheels. The listing describes the car as having been with the same owner since 1970, who is now getting up there in his years. The listing strikes me as being written by a son or daughter and not a senior owner, but regardless of who is selling it, I’d like to see it moved indoors ASAP. The asking price of $15K seems reasonable to me, if not downright cheap for such a pretty car. Have we been sleeping on the MGA coupes? Find it here on craigslist in Clackamas, Oregon, and thanks to Barn Finds reader Ikey H. for the find. 

The seller describes the MGA as a car that has a laser-straight body but still needs some tidying up. It seems most of the concern is limited to the interior, which does look tatty in pictures. While the photos aren’t the greatest, the body does look quite nice with consistent paint and panel gaps. Chrome looks acceptable as well, and I’m assuming the hood is simply ajar in this picture and not tweaked in some way. Speaking of the hood, no photos of the engine are included and the running condition isn’t specifically addressed; I’d wager it’s a non-runner at the moment, as the reference to a longtime elderly owner is usually code language for this car hasn’t run in a while. Who knows – perhaps if you call, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to learn it still fires up.

Even if the engine needs work or replacement, spares are still generally in good supply – and I’m quite sure there are many MGAs used for track days out there that no longer feature an original engine. It could even be an excuse to convert it to twin cam specs. Regardless of engine choice, the interior does look rough, with the door panels either half-removed or falling down of their own accord, ad the passenger-side bucket missing entirely. I can’t tell if there are any holes in the floor, but it looks to be solid in this blurry photo. If I had to guess, someone began taking the interior apart for restoration and then stopped, either due to lack of interest or simply not enjoying the task of disassembly. On the upside, the gauges and steering wheel show no obvious signs of damage.

Going down the sides, the MGA doesn’t show much in the way of dings, dents, or really any cosmetic blemishes. The wheels still look sharp and all glass remains intact. The seller says you don’t see many around wearing this color, and while I can’t officially validate those claims, I will freely admit most MGAs I see are red, black, or white – so if this is a factory color, it’s at least likely one of the harder ones to find. While I love the look of the coupe body, many enthusiasts prefer the open-air version, even for track-day use – and auction records show that nicely-presented roadsters regularly sell for $20K or better. If you don’t mind not feeling the wind in your hair, perhaps it’s worth seeing if the seller is serious about simply asking $15K, rather than listing it as a firm price.