MG K3: One of three Works cars to compete in the 1934 Mille Miglia

Looking for a rolling piece of motorsport history? This MG K3 competed in the 1934 edition of the famed Mille Miglia. This car is considered to be the most original example of Works K3 cars.

Unfortunately, its run in the Mille Miglia ended prematurely with a blown core plug. In 1935, Lyster Jackson bought the car and brought it to his native Australia, where it stayed for six decades. It was repainted in the burgundy color you see today and competed in the 1937 and 1938 Australian grands prix.

The car, now back in the U.K., features an era-appropriate L-type cylinder block and the original gearbox. Interestingly enough, “it is believed the body has never been off the car, nor suffered any accident damage,” says the seller. “The MG retains all original body panels, horns, radiator surround, headlamps, instruments, and Marshall supercharger.”

Find this 1934 MG K3 Magnette Two-Seater for auction at RM Sotheby’s on November 2, with an estimated value of $800,000-$1,050,000.

I love the look of this era of cars. Not as wacky as some of the stuff from the 1910s or 1920s, but still something much different than most classic cars out on the roads today.

Gorgeous car! I'm anxious to see what it brings and where it goes to next.

Colin Wood said:

I love the look of this era of cars. Not as wacky as some of the stuff from the 1910s or 1920s, but still something much different than most classic cars out on the roads today.

Personally, I love cars with history - and this has it. It certainly adds to the value of that vehicle. Besides, who doesn't like to tell a good story at a concours or car show?