Highlights

Over £5,000 spent on mechanical work in the last year
Registered as a historic vehicle
MOT-exempt, voluntary MOT valid until October 2026

The Appeal

The MGB GT married the B's spirited character with Pininfarina's elegant fastback coupé design, creating one of the most practical and attractive British sports cars of its era. With its usable boot space, comfortable cabin, and rewarding driving manners, the GT remains a perennial favourite among enthusiasts seeking a classic that can genuinely be used and enjoyed.

This 1972 example has been the subject of considerable recent mechanical investment. Purchased in June 2025, the current owner has had the cooling system, braking components, carburettors, ignition system, and starter motor renewed or overhauled, with the bulk of the work carried out by Sussex Bespoke Motors. The interior presents well with intact headlining, door cards, and unworn seats, while the bodywork is described as fair. Offered for sale as the owner is relocating abroad, this MGB GT represents a mechanically sorted example ready to be enjoyed on the road.

Key Information

Mileage: 8,081 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt; voluntary MOT valid until October 2026
Technical specs: 1.8-litre inline four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual with overdrive
Paperwork: MOT records to 2006; no further history documentation reported
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The Detail

Purchased by the current owner in June 2025
Over £5,000 spent on mechanical work in the last year
Bulk of mechanical work carried out by Sussex Bespoke Motors in August 2026
New carburettors fitted and tuned by Tony of Cartune
Electronic ignition and sports coil (resin filled) fitted by Powerspark; original distributor retained
New starter motor fitted
Cooling system replaced, including radiator and hoses
Brake drums, callipers, Mintex brake pads, and cylinders replaced
Braided brake pipes fitted
All fluids and oils flushed and replaced
Serviced approximately six months ago, including plugs and leads
Stainless steel exhaust fitted
Halogen headlights fitted
Engine compression at 145 psi across all four cylinders, we are told
Overdrive noted to be working on 3rd and 4th gears
All electrics reported working, including radio
The vendor states the car drives well and pulls strongly
Bodywork described as fair
Rear offside wing has filler
Interior reported in good condition with no tears to headlining or door cards
Seats may have been replaced before current ownership
Carpets described as clean
Two current MOT advisories: non-structural corrosion to vehicle structure; minor oil leak
Registered as a Historic Vehicle
Reason for sale: owner is moving abroad
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