
MG MGA Roadster
1955 to 1959 · Roadster · 58,750 built
Over the past 12 months, 14 have sold publicly at a median of $20,250. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $20,900. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $4,000 to $51,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.
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- Median · 12 mo
- $20,250
- Sales · 12 mo
- 14
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Every 1500 MGA
| Roadster1955 to 1959 | Coupe1956 to 1959 | |
|---|---|---|
| Shifty Estimate | $20,900 | $13,500Low confidence |
| Sold median | $20,25014 sales | $23,3846 sales |
| 12-month move | Down 4.0% | Too few sales to call |
| For sale | None | None |
Specifications
- Engine
- I4, 1.5L
- Power
- 68 hp
- Torque
- 77 lb-ft
- 0 to 60
- 15.6 s
- Top speed
- 97 mph
- Transmission
- Manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Curb weight
- 1,988 lb
- Production
- 58,750 built
Common questions
How much does a MG MGA Roadster cost?
Over the past 12 months, 14 have sold publicly at a median of $20,250. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $20,900. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $4,000 to $51,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.
What is a 1955 MG MGA Roadster worth today?
The Shifty Estimate is $20,900, down 4.0% over the past 12 months. Confidence is high: 14 public sales in a year gives a firm read.
Is a MG MGA Roadster a good investment?
Values are down 4.0% over the past 12 months. Only 58,750 were built. The caution is spread, not direction: across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $4,000 to $51,000, and mileage explains most of that.
How many MG MGA Roadster have sold?
Shifty has 100 public sales of the MG MGA Roadster on file. The earliest was on Feb 16, 2018.
What is the most expensive MG MGA Roadster sold?
The highest public sale on file is $51,000, on Feb 15, 2026, with 34,000 mi.
What has a MG MGA Roadster sold for at auction?
The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:
- $15,750May 20, 2026red · 68,415 mi
- $18,050May 15, 2026Red · 53,100 mi
- $29,000Apr 16, 2026red with a tan convertible top · 15,129 mi
About the 1955 MG MGA Roadster
The original MGA launched MG into the modern era with clean, aerodynamic styling that broke completely from the marque's traditional square-rigged aesthetic. This early 1500 model established the template for affordable British sports cars with its 68-horsepower B-series engine, precise four-speed gearbox, and balanced chassis dynamics. With 58,750 examples produced, these early MGAs offer excellent entry points into classic British motoring while maintaining strong collector interest. The combination of timeless Syd Enever styling, straightforward mechanicals, and extensive parts availability makes the 1500 particularly appealing to new collectors. Values have remained stable as enthusiasts appreciate the MGA's role in defining the modern sports car formula. The early cars possess a purity and simplicity that later variants sometimes lack, making them favorites among purists.
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