A well-preserved example of the first series MGB Roadster
Reconditioned and repainted in its original Tartan Red in 1990
Complete with wire wheels and twin eared spinners in good condition
Registered as a Historic Vehicle, hence MOT and VED exempt in the UK
Comes with a comprehensive history file including a high number of previous MOTs and invoices
The Appeal
Thanks to plenty of enthusiast support, plenty of parts availability and plenty of fun behind the wheel, the MGB Roadster has become one of the most popular classic cars in history. Introduced in 1962, it it continued production in its original run until 1968 - with over half a million built.
This smashing example is a great prospect for anybody fancying a trip behind the wheel of this classic roadster. The car was reconditioned and repainted in its original colour in 1990, and has been in the careful hands of the current owner since 2014. With less than 200 miles covered per year under the current ownership, it's still in fabulous working order.
Whether you're an MG enthusiast or a first-time classic car owner, this is an impressive opportunity.
History and Paperwork
First registered in May 1966
Current owner acquired the car in April 2014
Registered as a Historic Vehicle, hence MOT exempt in the UK
Treated to annual checkups throughout the past ten years of ownership
Comes with a comprehensive history file including:
V5 registration document
Plenty of previous MOTs
Many interesting invoices from periods of the car’s history
Print out of a Practical Classics article discussing the car's restoration in 1992
Two sets of keys are included
Currently indicates 21,959 miles on a five-figure odometer
The Condition
Exterior appears in smart condition
Tartan Red paintwork is bright and nicely-kept
14-inch, chromed 70-spoke wheels centred with chromed, twin-eared spinners are in good condition
Light lenses and cabin glass all appear clear and undamaged
Black vinyl hood is in fine fettle
The underside of the MGB appears free from notable defects
Interior benefits from a highly original finish
Dashboard looks in good order
White-on-black Smiths gauges are in good condition and understood to be working fully
Nicely-kept box pleated seats finished in red piping
Boot is finished in sound-deadening material to the sides and the boot floor is protected with a heavy, fitted carpet mat
The Mechanics
Fitted with the 1798cc BMC B-series engine, originally rated at 95bhp and 110 Ib-ft of torque
Power is fed to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual gearbox
Switch operated overdrive is available on third and fourth gears
Under-bonnet presentation looks clean and original
Has undergone an annual checkup and/service during the past ten years of ownership
We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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1966 MG MGB Roadster
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