1961 MG MGA 1600 MKI

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Coupe Chassis Num: GHD 100149 Engine Num: EX178/43   This 1961 MGA 1600 lightweight Sebring Coupe has chassis number GHD 100149. This is one of two cars built by the MG Competition Department in Abingdon specifically for entry in the 1961 Sebring 12 Hour Race. It was driven by Sir John Whitmore and Peter Riley to a 2nd in Class and 16th overall finish in a 65 car field. The other team car, #44, finished 1st in Class and 14th overall. This car retains the original Sebring race engine #EX178/43 which has a special block and head casting that eliminate internal water passages and enable the engine to be assembled without a head gasket. Other factory modifications include a long range 20-gallon fuel tank, dual fuel pumps, dual ignition coils, quick lift jacks, a ZF limited slip rear axle, Dunlop four-wheel disc brakes and pin located knockoff disc wheels. Numerous panels, such as the front valance and transmission tunnel were made of alloy, and Plexiglas was used to replace the side and rear windows to reduce weight.

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Event	Group
17th Annual Amelia Island concours d'Elegance	Sebring MG