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1934 MG P-Type Special

United Kingdom • 12 Dec 2020 • Lot 274

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AI Listing Summary

This is a heavily modified 1934 MG PA, originally a standard model but transformed into a Q-type special for racing. It boasts a rich history with race-winning references and notable owners but requires recommissioning as it's currently a non-runner.

Condition

3

This car has been heavily modified for racing, including a shortened chassis, independent front suspension, and a different engine. While it has a rich racing history and is recognized by the Triple-M register and VSCC, it is currently a non-runner and requires a full program of recommissioning. The FIA papers are out of date, and there is a known issue with the brake seal.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

PA0909

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

[RHD/LHD]

This latest model is a marked improvement in all respects over its forerunners".

Sales literature produced by Abingdon claimed, "In all there are over one hundred new and improved features", so 'Autocar' magazine reported in November of 1934.

It is well recognised that the P-Type had similarities with previous Magnas and Magnettes and its parentage derived from the M and J-Types.

With good reports in the motoring press it was no surprise that the car sold well, over two hundred cars a month were coming off the production lines.

Most of the design knowledge gained from previous involvement in production car trials and racing proved invaluable to the production of the P-Type.

The chassis was far sturdier than the J-Type and the body was less angular and had more flowing lines.

Originally leaving Abingdon as a standard PA model, chassis PA0909, history picks up this motorcar in 1950 under the ownership of Geoff Monk and Ray Masters when the pair modified the car significantly for ra...