Highlights
- Originally registered in Jersey, imported to the UK in February 2023
- Subject to plenty of recent repairs
- Highly attractive period interior
The Appeal
Introduced in 1965, the MGB GT was a sports car that bridged the gap between eras. The carefree days of the 60s merged with the new era of restrictions and regulations of the 70s, and the MGB GT was there for it all. By 1975, the gentle chrome bumper and grille were replaced by a big, characterful ‘rubber bumper’ to suit growing US regulations, met alongside a slightly higher ride height. At first, people were scandalised - nowadays, it’s really rather a curious and attractive addition to the car’s lineage, and one that’s gained an audience of its own.
This example, originally based in Jersey, is a rare, highly finished survivor. Having had plenty of recent work carried out, this GT really is a superb looker and driver for any enthusiast, having been rectified of any age-commensurate mechanical wear and given a full overhaul.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1979 in Jersey
- Imported to the UK in December 2022
- MOT exempt with no tests undertaken on British soil
- Restored over the early months of 2023
- Indicates 61,204 miles on a five-figure odometer
- As a result, we’re unable to verify this as an authentic indication of mileage
- Paperwork file includes:
- A selection of invoices for parts and labour during the restoration
- British import and registration paperwork
- V5c document
- Sussex Classic Car Parts catalogue
The Interior
- Highly appointed period interior
- Newly-fitted wood effect patterned dashboard and centre console
- All instruments are clean and well-presented with no major faults
- All dials are clear and easy to read with no reported faults
- Period radio / cassette player has been repaired and put back into order
- Period seats in a grey fabric with no rips or tears and only slight wear
- Slight sagging and creasing on the vinyl cards, but no rips or tears
- Carpets are clean and well-finished in black with no rips, tears or wear
- Headlining is in excellent order with no issues that we can spot
- Boot is clean and well-kept, with no corrosion under the floor and a spare wheel stowed away
The Exterior
- Impressive bodywork with smooth bonnet and angular rear
- Attractive Pageant Blue paintwork
- No known corrosion or bodywork damage
- All panels seem well fit with no major faults
- Brightwork is clean and well-kept with only light pitting
- Glasswork and lenses in good order with no chips or fractures
- Distinctive bumpers in good condition with only light signs of use
- The car is sat on its original MG wheels which are in fabulous order
- Shod with a brand new set of Hifly tyres
- Newly fitted MG mudflaps really complete the car
- Underneath, the car is in very good order
- Floorpans look solid with no major issues
- New support straps and mountings installed
- Ultimately, a very impressive example of a classic retro sports car
The Mechanics
- Powered by the well-respected 1.8L B-Series I4 powerplant
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Recently the car has had plenty of work and new parts, including:
- New front brake discs, callipers and pads
- New rear wheel cylinders and brake shoes
- New brake flex pipes
- New rear axle support straps
- New exhaust mountings
- New stub pin bushes
- New steering rack boots
- Steering rack has been realigned
- Cylinder head removed and overhauled
- New valve seals and studs
- New petrol tank
- Car is in excellent order with no untoward noises, smoke from the engine or leaks
- Car is reportedly mothing through gears smoothly with no faults to report
Summary
An impressive piece of retro automotive history, this MGB GT is a great example through and through, and is sure to be a fun driving experience for any enthusiast.
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