Collier Cup Winner
This 1957 MGA roadster was purchased new from Morris Garages in Maryland, New York and began its racing career that same year. It is offered by the second owner who has pictures of himself watching the car at those early races and who rode home in the passenger seat after the car won the 1958 Collier Cup at Watkins Glen. The car and ownership history make for quite a story. Find it here on eBay in Honeoye Falls, New York.
Check out these great 1957 and 1958 Collier Cup galleries courtesy of the BARC Boys which include the BRG paint that was added on the car for the second year of competition. It was originally a lighter Tyrolite Green from the factory. Both galleries show car #029 victorious at The Glen. The car managed many wins all around the Northeast up until 1959, and was restored for vintage race duty in 1988.
The car’s modern preparation has included a more substantial roll-bar, 72-spoke wheels, and a Sparco racing seat. The octagonal number outlines are reminiscent of the MG badge, and the car remains true to the original style.
The 1622cc engine is fully sorted by Kent Prather. The video below shows the 1958 races and gives the story of the current owner Joe Tierno.
