Description
We are pleased to offer this fully rebuilt and subtly upgraded MGB Roadster, a UK home-market RHD car finished in its original colours and restored to an exceptional standard. It has been regularly toured since its rebuild and features a number of well-chosen upgrades.
BUP 777G is a genuine RHD home-market example, built between 31 May and 4 June 1968. Originally supplied in British Racing Green with black trim, it was dispatched to Byers Garages Ltd in Sunderland on 6 June 1968 and issued its Durham registration, BUP 777G.
The car has had low ownership and spent the majority of its life in the North of England. In 2006 it was sold requiring full restoration, and the then-owner retained it until 2014. Between 2006 and 2008 the MG underwent a complete nut-and-bolt rebuild carried out to a very high standard, including the purchase of a new Heritage shell. The bodyshell remains in excellent condition, with the underside painted British Racing Green and lightly waxoyled for protection. New wire wheels were fitted, along with a fully renewed interior featuring bespoke leather seats, walnut dash, cream dials, new carpets and door cards, MG overmats, a mohair hood, and new exterior chrome.
Mechanically, the car is equally impressive. The engine was fully rebuilt with an unleaded cylinder head, machined crankshaft, new pistons, bearings, thrust washers, oil pump and timing chain. Further work included new front and rear shock absorbers, track rod ends, link arms, anti-roll bar, rear leaf springs, reconditioned king pin assemblies, polyurethane bushes, drilled brake discs with Green Stuff pads, a high-torque starter motor, stainless steel exhaust, halogen headlights, Kenlowe fan, new wiring loom, and widespread refurbishment or replacement of ancillary items. Various components were shot-blasted and powder-coated, and a Toad alarm with immobiliser and central locking was fitted.
Since the restoration the MG has covered 7, 500 miles, 6, 000 of which have been completed since 2014. Over £9, 000 has been spent in this period to maintain the car to a very high standard. Both cosmetically and mechanically it has been carefully looked after and presented at shows with pride. The engine performs superbly with strong oil pressure, and the car offers a spirited, fast-road feel. The gearbox is smooth, the overdrive operates correctly, and the suspension, steering and brakes are all well set up.
This is a beautifully presented, highly usable MG that has seen minimal mileage since a significant and expensive restoration. The underside and inner arches remain remarkably clean, and the paintwork, body and engine bay are all excellent. BUP 777G is supplied with a comprehensive restoration file, including a photographic record, Heritage Certificate and pre-restoration correspondence from the 1980s.
MOT History On File:
2026 : 7, 153 Miles (08. 01. 2027)
2018 : 5, 547 Miles
2017 : 4, 879 Miles
2016 : 4, 255 Miles
2015 : 3, 455 Miles
2014 : 1, 527 Miles
2013 : 1, 409 Miles
2012 : 1, 121 Miles
2011 : 521 Miles
2010 : 392 Miles
2009 : 193 Miles
2008 : 1 Mile - Restoration Completed
1983 : 97, 308 Miles
Documents Included With Sale:
History File, Heritage Certificate, New V5C, Old V5C, Show Notes, Restoration Photographs, Original Chassis, Engine & Commission Plates, MG Drivers Handbook, Clifford Alarm Manual, 13 x MOT Certificates, Invoices As Detailed Below.
Invoices On File:
16. 01. 2026 : £935. 46 - Malton Coachworks
16. 04. 2021 : £646. 53 - Malton Coachworks
26. 10. 2020 : £62. 85 - MGOC Spares
31. 07. 2020 : £483. 16 - Malton Coachworks
25. 02. 2019 : £1, 250. 63 - Malton Coachworks
08. 06. 2018 : £1, 091. 79 - Malton Coachworks
24. 09. 2018 : £181. 61 - Malton Coachworks
28. 03. 2018 : £339. 10 - Malton Coachworks
23. 01. 2018 : £38. 95 - MGOC
27. 09. 2017 : £329. 93 - Malton Coachworks
04. 08. 2017 : £287. 78 - Malton Coachworks
17. 05. 2017 : £18. 18 - Tim Allsop Motor Engineers
03. 08. 2016 : £315. 08 - Malton Coachworks
22. 06. 2016 : £1, 529. 77 - Malton Coachworks
13. 06. 2016 : £342. 00 - Malton Coachworks
23. 09. 2015 : £71. 28 - Malton Coachworks
21. 09. 2015 : £75. 00 - Halfords
14. 09. 2015 : £1, 664. 09 - Malton Coachworks
24. 07. 2015 : £65. 00 - Malton Coachworks
25. 06. 2015 : £144. 67 - Malton Coachworks
05. 05. 2015 : £32. 25 - MGOC Spares
22. 04. 2015 : £37. 70 - MGOC Spares
20. 01. 2015 : £146. 00 - Hamilton Classic Ltd
31. 03. 2011 : £10. 50 - Sussex Classic Car Parts
19. 03. 2011 : £79. 00 - Ebay
03. 03. 2011 : £190. 45 - Cambridge Motorsport Parts
18. 02. 2011 : £120. 04 - MGOC Spares
29. 01. 2011 : £197. 95 - MGB Hive
25. 10. 2010 : £98. 10 - MGB Hive
09. 03. 2010 : £37. 85 - MGB Hive
15. 12. 2009 : £45. 90 - MGOC Spares
16. 05. 2009 : £75. 00 - MGB Hive
13. 05. 2009 : £22. 25 - MGB Hive
05. 05. 2009 : £324. 99 - Safe'N'Sound
14. 05. 2009 : £180. 50 - Tune Services
03. 03. 2009 : £490. 15 - MGOC Spares
26. 01. 2009 : £60. 50 - MGB Hive
13. 01. 2009 : £52. 40 - MGB Hive
14. 10. 2008 : £64. 45 - MGB Hive
10. 10. 2008 : £366. 55 - MGB Hive
10. 10. 2008 : £395. 00 - BHive Bitz
30. 09. 2008 : £44. 00 - MGB Hive
22. 09. 2008 : £496. 45 - MGB HIve
12. 09. 2008 : £585. 00 - CHR Classic Cars
30. 07. 2008 : £24. 90 - MGB Hive
23. 07. 2008 : £36. 10 - Moss
18. 04. 2008 : £292. 00 - MGB Hive
16. 04. 2008 : £87. 95 - MGB Hive
26. 03. 2008 : £72. 75 - MGB Hive
19. 03. 2008 : £248. 50 - MGB Hive
19. 03. 2008 : £285. 95 - MGB Hive
08. 02. 2008 : £340. 60 - MGB Hive
27. 01. 2008 : £13. 49 - Sussex Classic Car Parts
28. 11. 2007 : £50. 00 - MGB Hive
27. 11. 2007 : £51. 15 - MGB Hive
15. 11. 2007 : £84. 00 - The Major Trading Company
13. 11. 2007 : £1, 655. 00 - MGB Hive
12. 11. 2007 : £60. 00 - BHive Bitz
01. 11. 2007 : £467. 99 - Moss
30. 10. 2007 : £546. 45 - Midland Sports & Classics
16. 03. 2007 : £11. 51 - Ebay
26. 02. 2007 : £22. 98 - Ebay
Included with Every Purchase:
Every classic car purchased from The Forge during this period comes with a comprehensive package designed to deliver value and complete peace of mind:
- Free UK Delivery – within 150 miles
- 3-Month Mechanical Warranty
- Independent Specialist Inspection
- DVLA MOT Certificate
- Oil & Filter Service
- Professional Valet & Detailing
- History File – including all accompanying documentation
