1970 MGB GT
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Highlights
- Nicely presented, honest, original example
- In great mechanical order
- Fully working overdrive in 3rd and 4th gears
- Accompanied by an extensive selection of service history
- 12 month MOT with no advisories
The Appeal
Arguably the go to brand for quality sports cars, MG were always leading the pack when it came to stylish, dynamic automobiles, and none so more than the MG B. The perfect recipe of performance style and value meant the lightweight 2 door soft top was an absolute hit, still boasting icon status to this day.
So what would happen when the boffins at the British Motor Company handed the pen and paper over to legendary design house Pininfarina to see what they could do with the B? Perhaps some restyled bumpers or some revised headlights? No, what the Italians brought to the party was a radically revised MG B with an all new “greenhouse” sloping fastback design, aptly named, the MGB GT. The cheap, powerful, yet economical coupe proved incredibly popular and still ranks as one of the finest classic cars of all time.
YBU 393H is a lovely example of the adored model. A genuine chrome bumper car with some rare factory features, including the ever desirable recess grille and banjo steering wheel, this 1970 “B” has also benefited from a new clutch and a horde of other mechanical refurbishments, and as such can be seen as a thoroughly usable British classic.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 02/01/1970
- Genuine early chrome bumper car
- Accompanied by an extensive selection of invoices for work undertaken and parts bought from various MG specialists
- Invoices dating well back into the car’s lifetime
- V5 registration document present with the vehicle
- MOT, tax and for those interested in driving the vehicle in London, ULEZ exempt due to the car’s historic status
- Whilst the car is MOT exempt, the current owner has had a fresh MOT put on the vehicle, valid until January 2024, with no advisories
The Interior
- Well presented, highly original interior space
- Rare, and original banjo style steering wheel
- Excellent quality seating in both the front and rear, distinctly lacking in wear or tarnishing
- Two excellent door panels, fitted with neat door furniture of a similarly high quality
- Smart dash panel, still rich in colour and notably free from fading or sun damage
- It should be noted that in places the car’s headlining is detaching however the cabin is still one of a high quality which presents in great order
- 2+2 seating layout for added convenience over its roadster counterpart
- Neat and simple boot area, with full size spare wheel storage
- All switchgear situated in the cabin is of a smart standard and is believed to be functioning correctly
The Exterior
- Iconic, quintessentially British dark green paint scheme
- Beautiful Pininfarina styling
- Factory chrome bumper car
- Paintwork presents well to the eye, with some flaws and blemishing to be seen in areas, however the car is undoubtedly one of a good aesthetic standard and still garners adoring looks from those who see it
- Highly desirable recessed front grille piece
- Fitted with new headlights
- Good quality chrome trim throughout
- Four excellent Rostyle wheels, two of which are on new tyres, with a full size fifth spare wheel situated in the boot
The Mechanics
- Impeccable 1.8 litre B-Series engine under the bonnet
- Engine famed for its blend of performance, economy and reliability
- Backed by a wealth of parts supply and enthusiast knowledge
- Fitted with a new clutch
- New track rod ends
- New brake wheel cylinders and master cylinder
- New water pump
- New fuel pump and tank
- Car has been fully undersealed
- Engine bay and engine itself appear in good clean order
- Engine fires into life comfortably and is reported to provide the raw, sporty driving experience that brought these into the forefront of the affordable sports car market all those years ago
Summary
The MGB GT has always been a popular car, there’s no question about that. Right from its introduction all those decades ago, the little GT has won the hearts of many car enthusiasts and lovers of truly excellent drivers cars. Cut forward to present day and the GTs have garnered all new levels of appreciation among classic car enthusiasts.
With good examples being snapped up in an instant, cars like AHU 687J present a rare and exciting opportunity for those looking to break into the market or add to a pre existing collection. In great mechanical order with a host of new parts and a long advisory free MOT, this is one that could be comfortably used on a regular basis, but simultaneously, could be a true show piece with just light tlc at the hands of a new loving owner.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1970
- Make MG
- Model B GT
- Colour Green
- Odometer 41,594 Miles
- Engine size 1798
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Finchley
- Location London
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- no•••• £8,800 29/01/23
- cr•••• £8,700 29/01/23
- no•••• £8,600 29/01/23
- cr•••• £8,500 29/01/23
- no•••• £8,400 29/01/23
- cr•••• £8,300 29/01/23
- no•••• £8,200 29/01/23
- cr•••• £8,100 29/01/23
- no•••• £8,000 29/01/23
- cr•••• £7,900 29/01/23
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