Highlights

Smart low mileage and very original late model B
Factory correct Leyland White with Orange/Brown ‘Deckchair’ trim
Owned by current keeper’s company then by current keeper since 1985
Good history file including previous MOT certificates and bills for work carried out
Overdrive-equipped example with wire wheels
Well preserved B with interesting provenance
Desirable overdrive model

The Appeal

The enduring joy of B ownership is proven by this remarkably preserved late model example. The current keeper has been the sole driver from new. It was owned initially by his company and then personally since 1985.

The car retains its factory Leyland White over Orange/Brown ‘deckhair’ trim colour combination and is in great shape for a car approaching its 45th birthday. There is scope to titivate the seat bases and footwell carpets, but the existing trim is not unsightly. It is fitted with desirable options such as overdrive and wire wheels.

The mileage is under 65,000 miles and said to be supported by MOT and servicing records. We’re told that it runs and drives well. There can’t be many Bs left with the ownership provenance and originality of this one.

The vendor says:

“The car is very nice to drive and is in good condition overall. The ownership and pedigree is very unusual for this age of car.”

Key Information

Mileage: 64,424 miles indicated (stated as correct by the vendor)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
Technical specs: 1,798cc inline four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual with overdrive
Paperwork: Original and current V5Cs, previous MOT certificates, and bills for work carried out

Recent servicing (further details in photos):

05/21 - 63,743 miles - Dave Bower
07/20 - unknown - Entune 2000

The Detail

Factory correct colour scheme retained
Well kept black vinyl roof with tonneau included
Painted wire wheels with matching spare
Vendor states the car drives very well
Overdrive reported to be functioning correctly
Exterior described as clean overall by seller with some inevitable age to note
Hood and tonneau cover reported to be in good condition
Wire wheels and tyres reported to be in very good condition
Interior in good condition overall and appears largely original
Seat bases and carpet footwells would benefit from cosmetic attention
All switchgear reportedly functions as it should
Photos of the underside are included in the gallery
Fitted with modern JVC stereo
Factory front spoiler fitted
Currently fitted with silver on black display plates as shown

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