This 1962 MG A Mk II Deluxe represents one of the rarest and most compelling variants of MG's celebrated post-war roadster. While all MGAs hold a special place in British motoring history—representing the brand's first truly modern, streamlined design—Deluxe models offer something truly exceptional in terms of both rarity and engineering. According to the seller, this example is one of approximately 290 Mk II Deluxe roadsters built from August 1961 through May 1962. These cars represent roughly 0.3% of total MGA production—making them rarer than even the sought-after Twin Cam models. The British Motor Heritage Trust has reportedly confirmed this car's place in that exclusive production run.

The Deluxe package was a unique solution born from practical necessity: when the costly and complex Twin Cam program ended in April 1960, MG still had unpainted Twin Cam chassis and bodies in inventory. Their answer was the Deluxe—a car that essentially combines the superior Twin Cam-spec chassis (with its four-wheel disc brakes, upgraded steering geometry, and close-ratio gearbox) with the proven, reliable 1622cc pushrod engine. The result was the best of both worlds: the handling and braking prowess of the exotic Twin Cam without its finicky maintenance requirements. According to the seller, this particular car features these hallmark Deluxe upgrades including four-wheel disc brakes, the close-ratio gearbox, and rare Dunlop pin drive wheels. The attributes curated by Classic staff indicate high originality, and the seller describes the condition as presenting in concours form throughout—with flawless chrome, fresh tires, and "concourse condition" leather interior and soft top.

Recent comparable sales in the MG A Mk II market have ranged from approximately $20,900 to $39,950, with a notable Deluxe variant achieving $32,450 in 2019. This places well-preserved original-condition Deluxe models toward the upper tier of Mk II values, underscoring their desirability among collectors. Given that this final-year 1962 example represents the culmination of the MGA lineage—built on the superior Twin Cam chassis with proven mechanicals—its significance extends beyond simple scarcity to embody the most refined expression of the breed before the MGB arrived to succeed it.

Key characteristics:

• 1962 MG A Mk II Deluxe Roadster, final year of MGA production
• One of only ~290 Deluxe Mk II roadsters from total MGA production of 101,476
• Twin Cam-derived chassis with upgraded four-wheel disc brakes and steering geometry
• Close-ratio 4-speed manual gearbox (Deluxe specification)
• 1622cc inline-4 pushrod engine (more reliable than the Twin Cam head)
• Red exterior with Beige/Tan interior, convertible body style
• Rare Dunlop pin drive wheels
• Left-hand drive, originally delivered to West Coast
• Described as "highly original" with documented history
• No prior rust or accident damage mentioned per seller