1937 MG SA

Description for MG SA 1937

Highlights:Ultra Rare SA Model, Extensive frame-off Restoration, Show Winner, Jackall System
Description:1937 MG-SA or MG 2-Litre is a gorgeous and sporty saloon produced by MG from 1936 to 1939. Planned as a performance saloon to rival the Jaguar SS and even Bentley. This brand-new car was a shock to MG followers and the world with its huge proportions compared to any previous MG cars. The SA model was aimed at the larger luxury car market and intended to be a prestige model that would enhance the Company image and move away from the plain and somewhat basic sports cars that had made MG famous. The tuned six cylinder, 2322cc engine was quite a tall engine and had twin SU carburetors with horizontally mounted dashpots to keep the bonnet line as low as possible. Mated to the power plant was a four-speed transmission with synchromesh gears connected to a live rear axle. Other features were the “Jackall”, jacking system mounted directly to the chassis, wire wheels and hydraulic drum brakes.

Car No. SA2248 was bought new on the 19thday of November 1937. An extensive frame-off restoration was completed on this example and since, it has been a consistent event winner with best of show and best in class. To enhance this a bit more, a 12-volt conversion was performed along with the shock absorber upgrade. The exterior is finished in Washington blue with Rolls Royce Silver paint and complimented with rich blue leather upholstery and spectacular wood work.

Technical specifications…

Engine

Type: Water cooled in line

Number of cylinders: 6

Bore and Stroke: 69.5mm x 102mm

Capacity: 2322cc Valve operation: Pushrod overhead valve.

Compression ratio: approx 6.5:1

Carburation: Twin direct downdraught horizontal SU’s

Power output: 75.3 bhp at 4,300 rpm

Clutch: Wet cork

Gearbox: Manual 4 speed part synchro. Chassis: Twin side members with cross members.

Wheelbase: 123″ Track: 4′ 5″ front and rear Suspension: Front; half elliptic springs with beam axle Rear; half elliptic springs, live axle

Brakes: Lockwood hydraulic front and rear with 12″ drums

Performance: Maximum speed: 85 mph, Cruising speed of 70 mph plus

Fuel consumption: approx 17 mpg

Price in 1936: £415

Number Built: 2738 (includes saloon, open tourer and Tickford)

This car has received an industry leading 200-point inspection and is being offered at Valenti Classics in Franklin, WI. Trades and reasonable offers welcome. Financing and warranty information available upon request.