Highlights
- Engine-out mechanical overhaul by a professional mechanic
- Reconditioned overdrive and gearbox fitted in 2022
- Heritage certificate included
- Inspected by a classic car specialist in January 2024
- Carburetors rebuilt, tuned and rolling road tested
The Appeal
The simple pleasure of punting an MGB down a British B road is hard to beat.
The MGB Roadster remains one of Britain's most beloved and accessible classic sports cars, offering the open-top driving experience that defined a generation of motoring enthusiasts.
This 1970 example combines the purity of the earlier chrome-bumper models with the reliability that comes from comprehensive mechanical attention. Having benefited from professional care by its previous owner (a mechanic in the car restoration industry), this MG B is in smart condition for its age and is reportedly ready to be enjoyed.
The MGB Roadster remains one of Britain's most beloved and accessible classic sports cars, offering the open-top driving experience that defined a generation of motoring enthusiasts.
This 1970 example combines the purity of the earlier chrome-bumper models with the reliability that comes from comprehensive mechanical attention. Having benefited from professional care by its previous owner (a mechanic in the car restoration industry), this MG B is in smart condition for its age and is reportedly ready to be enjoyed.
History and Paperwork
- UK market RHD car first registered in 1970
- Previous owner was a mechanic in the car restoration industry
- Engine-out mechanical overhaul performed by the previous owner
- Reconditioned overdrive and gearbox fitted before sale in September 2022
- Road tax and MOT exempt
- Heritage certificate included
- Previously sold through Car & Classic
- Last MOT on 7/10/22 with minor advisories (since addressed)
- Inspected by a classic car specialist in January 2024
- Invoices for recent work totalling £1,450 included
- 77,715 miles indicated
The Condition
- Older restoration finished in Blue Royale
- Bodywork holding up well with only minor chips/scuffs consistent with age
- Hood in generally good condition but needs slight adjustment on the header rail
- Presents in clean, tidy condition
- Seats fitted with new diaphragms
- Black seat covers in good condition
- Beige carpets and black MG mats in good order
- The vendor states this is a "great looking car that turns heads"
The Mechanics
- 1.8-litre (1798cc) B Series engine
- Four-speed manual transmission
- All instruments are working, we are told
- Recently fitted with a new ignition switch, fuel gauge and electric washer pump
- New front suspension bushes fitted
- New alternator installed
- New water pump installed
- New rear axle straps fitted
- Carburettors recently rebuilt, tuned and rolling road tested
- Starts first time
- The vendor informs us that it runs beautifully and is "a joy to drive"
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