MGA Coupé

Year of Manufacture: 1956 - 1962 Number Produced: 9,922 Chassis Number Range: 20,671 - 108,662 Designer: Albert Sydney (Syd) Enever

Following the successful introduction in 1955 of the MGA Roadster by Morris Garage (MG); MG released a Coupé version MG”A”; with production commencing in September 1956. This Coupe model featured the same engine and styling variations as its Open Two Seater counterpart with the 1500, 1600 and Twin Cam models being released during the years 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961 and 1962. During this period, a total of 9,922 cars were made and delivered.

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A Restorer's Guide to the MGA Coupé

Original Colours
Interior Trim Panels
Seat Kits
Carpets & Flooring
Boot / Trunk
Weather Equipment

Please note that there were production inconsistencies during this period, so colours should be chosen on individual basis.

PAINT COLOUR	INTERIOR TRIM COLOUR OPTIONS	PIPING OPTIONS
Black	Red, Green, Beige, Red	Red, Green, Beige, Red
Orient Red	Red, Black	Red
Chariot Red	Red, Beige, Black	Red, Beige, Red
Island Green / Ash Green	Grey, Black	Grey, Green
Mineral Blue	Grey, Black	Grey, Blue
Iris Blue	Black	Light Blue
Alamo Beige	Red	Red
Dove Grey	Red	Red
Old English White	Red, Black	Red, White

Information from: Clausager, A. (1993) Original MGA – The Restorer’s Guide to all Roadster and Coupé models including Twin Cam – Bay View Books Ltd.

MGA Coupe Original Colours supplied by John Skinner Ltd

It is widely accepted that the interpretation of original shades varies depending on who you ask – and may well have varied from the original factory production line. As a result, John Skinner Ltd offers multiple shade options for each original colour.

Black

Grey

British Racing Green

Suede Green

Matador Red

Cherry Red

Barley Beige

Magnolia

Parchment

Colour names refer to internal John Skinner Ltd colour names, not necessarily the names MG originally used for these colours.

We can also offer non-original custom colour schemes if you so desire. Please see our online shop for more details.

As part of the quotation/ordering process, we will arrange for samples to be sent for final confirmation – so browse and shop with complete peace of mind, knowing that we will guide you through step-by-step with all the information you require.

A note on Piping/Beading

MGA models featured Piping either matching the main trim colour, or in a selection of contrasting colours. See the above Original Colours chart for more information.

We can also offer the largest range of non-standard “bespoke” colours schemes for those looking for a more customised finish.

Interior Trim Panels

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Seat Kits

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Carpets & Flooring

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Boot / Trunk

Information coming soon

Weather Equipment

Information coming soon

Our Customers' Cars

…and people say that “pre-manufactured upholstery kits will never fit“.

Our customers beg to differ; and we have the photos to prove it – thanks to thousands of loyal clients from all over the world keeping us informed about their restorations.

See for yourself…and remember – it is our accurate pattern making (all from original templates & donor cars) and in-depth knowledge of these cars, as well as our precise, modern-day manufacturing processes that enable us to produce world class, award winning kits rarely rivalled by others.

Whether you’re a professional trimmer or an amateur enthusiast – a John Skinner Ltd kit is the best way to kick-start your interior trim restoration.