Highlights
- Bare metal restoration
- MGC bonnet
- Fully rebuilt front end
The Appeal
In many ways it’s the quintessential British classic and the popularity of the MGB serves to remind us that, despite its ubiquity, it remains a fun ownership proposition that has amazing spares availability and a large, supportive network of enthusiasts.
One such enthusiast embarked upon a project to transform this ‘B’ into its larger engined MGC brother but having found it a little more taxing than expected, the front end was rebuilt to include a standard engine and drivetrain, though retaining the MGC bonnet.
As well as the front end refresh, it benefits from a bare metal respray and full rebuild and presents in excellent condition. The next owner can decide whether to keep the MGC bonnet (we rather like it) and can enjoy the sunny weather in a fine example of the breed.
History and Paperwork
- Manufactured 1973
- In current ownership 3½ years
- Body shot blasted and resprayed
- Front subframe replaced and polybushed
- Reconditioned engine
- Reportedly dry stored and only driven in dry conditions
- MOT to april 2024 with no advisories
- V5 in owner’s name, though still showing 3000cc engine capacity
The Interior
- Beige with green piping
- Wood rimmed steering wheel
- Wood dashboard trim
- Modern radio
- Everything currently fully functional
- Overdrive switch has been intermittent in the past
- Fully carpeted boot
- Full size spare wheel and spinner knock off hammer
The Exterior
- Smart green paintwork
- Some bubbling to rear quarter panel but no change in current ownership
- Chrome generally very good with some minor pitting in places
- Wire wheels
- Black hood in good condition with spare frame
- Half tonneau, with a new full tonneau included
- Underside very clean
The Mechanics
- Reconditioned engine
- Front subframe replaced and polybushed
- Clean engine bay
- Manual gearbox with overdrive
- Rear wheel drive
- Only used in dry weather by current owner
Summary
A lovely MGB roadster with a fully rebuilt front end and the added twist of an MGC bonnet.
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