Only 50 miles covered since completion of restoration
Superb condition and beautifully presented
THE APPEAL
As it celebrates its 60th birthday this year, the MGB continues its reign as one of the best-loved classic cars in the world, and one of the most popular.
There are few other classics that enjoy such a brilliant amount of support through clubs and parts back-up, while they’re also sprightly and great fun to drive.
This example is one of the ones that may not have survived were it not for the support the MGB has seen from specialists, as in 2014 the vendor, a time-served motor engineer who also repainted the car himself, began restoration of the vehicle.
He has used the car sparingly since completed but has unfortunately had to give up driving due to failing eyesight, so is reluctantly letting the car go to what he hopes will be a long-term caring new owner who will get lots of enjoyment from his hard work
The B is in great condition inside, with excellent black vinyl seats and a smart crackle-finish dash.
The carpets are also superb, as is the black crackle finish dash. All of the controls and instruments work as they should and the cart was fitted with a replacement speedometer during its restoration as the original had packed up. The vendor therefore says that the mileage reading should be disregarded.
It has also had new seatbelts and a replacement bonnet release cable. Two sets of keys are provided.
This is a complete restoration that has been completed to an exceptional standard.
The vendor bought the vehicle with a non-original body shell as is.
The Rostyle wheels have been refurbished with new Firestone tyres, the bumpers and window frames have been rechromed, the door handles, headlights and grille renewed and a brand-new hood fitted.
It’s a lovely looking car in truly exceptional restored condition.
It’s finish in Alfa Romeo Rosso Red, the owner’s favourite colour, and was painted by him in a proper spray booth – he used to paint cars regularly and the quality of the workmanship is a pleasure to behold. It’s a really smart and lustrous finish with a deep shine.
The attention to detail is wonderful, too – as well as the upper body, the underside, inner wings, inner boot and bonnet area have received the same quality paintwork.
The 1.8-litre B-Series is a stalwart of the classic car scene and a joy to own and maintain.
The engine was removed and detailed during the restoration with new ancillaries including an alternator and new brake and clutch master cylinders.
It has been fully serviced with new fluids throughout (including the gearbox and rear axle) and also has a new petrol tank, completely renewed braking system, wiper motor, new copper brake pipes and a stainless steel sports exhaust.
This is a car that you can really make the most of – a stunning MGB Roadster that has been comprehensively restored by a craftsman of an owner, with the work carried out to a fantastic standard.
It’s in wonderful condition, ready to use or show, and the owner would love for someone to get as much pleasure out of using it as he had restoring it.
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1972 MGB Roadster
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