Modifications to MGTD #5554

Between October 1999 and September 2014

Note: This vehicle has modifications which lack the Grunau seal of approval!

  • Grunau spin-on oil filter adapter installed.
  • easy drain oil drain plug installed.
  • wind deflectors installed.
  • side mirrors installed.
  • vehicle changed from positive to negative ground.
  • 12 volt convenience socket installed to power GPS etc.
  • high luggage rack fitted.
  • PVC luggage rack which fits over spare tire. (Included)
  • badge Bar fitted.
  • two Lucas driving lights fitted.
  • Petronix Igniter installed into distributor. Basically this means the car has electronic ignition. (No points to adjust. No condenser.) (Original points and condenser included)
  • high Intensity LEDs installed in brake lights and front marker lights.
  • high voltage Lucas Sport coil installed.
  • voltage regulator changed to solid state (electronic) by Bob Jeffers. Wilton Auto Electric. Wilton NH.
  • spare 9 point voltage regulator (non-electronic) included.
  • New leather seats professionally installed, with new wood and foam.
  • New tonneau cover.
  • safety latches on both doors
  • radial tires and tubes fitted.
  • fuel pump - converted to electronic by David DuBois.
    SU Fuel Pump Restoration, Bremerton Washington.
  • new Moss leaf springs installed on rear suspension.
  • clock converted to battery powered.
  • security cover for top included
  • Moss bumpers installed.
  • bumper overriders installed (from Bob Grunau).
  • additional, removable, stop light and turn signal bar. (LEDs)
  • Whitworth wrenches and Whitworth socket wrenches included.
  • spare fuel pump (non-electronic) included.
  • shop manual and other technical books included.
  • driver's handbook included.

Modifications by previous owners

  • Vehicle had a later wiring harness installed to allow the installation of directional signals.
  • The differential gearing was changed to the MGA 4.3 ratio which permits the vehicle to cruise at legal highway speeds.
  • Replaced the oil bath air filter system with pancake air filters. (The original oil bath filter will be delivered with the car should the new owner wish to restore it as original.)
  • The original dash has been replaced by a walnut dash. (The original plywood dash, which would be covered with matching interior vinyl, will be included with the car.)
  • The original 15” steering wheel was replaced with a custom made, 14”, steering wheel of machined aluminum and walnut rim. (The original steering wheel is NOT included.)