Highlights
- Jersey car
- Just 61,175 miles
- Desirable overdrive model
- Excellent condition
The Appeal
There are few classics with the broad appeal of the MGB GT.
Handsomely styled, with excellent parts availability, low running costs and simple mechanics, they’re the perfect choice for a first classic or for anyone looking to maintain their own car.
Handsomely styled, with excellent parts availability, low running costs and simple mechanics, they’re the perfect choice for a first classic or for anyone looking to maintain their own car.
This MGB GT has spent its life in the low speed environment of Jersey and has clearly been very well looked after.
With low mileage and a nice specification, we think this charming sports car would sit happily in any collection.
With low mileage and a nice specification, we think this charming sports car would sit happily in any collection.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1979
- Jersey registered for its whole life
- 7 owners from new
- Current owner since August 2021
- Jersey registration documents
- NOVA certificate
The Interior
- Smart grey and blue cloth seats, in fine condition
- Newly installed wood effect dashboard and centre console
- Black vinyl door cards, presented in nice condition
- Black carpets throughout the cabin and boot, all in excellent condition
- Lifting the carpets shows both the cabin and boot floor to be clean, solid and sound
- Period radio/cassette player
- Full-size Rostyle spare wheel
- All controls and instruments present well, with a natural patina
The Exterior
- Eye-catching bright blue paintwork
- The paintwork appears to be in very good condition
- The bodywork is straight and clean, with no signs of corrosion evident
- Brightwork is in good condition, with some light pitting and patination
- 14” Rostyle wheels in excellent condition, with newly fitted tyres
- MG branded mud flaps
- Underside looks to be very straight and solid, with no notable corrosion we could discern
The Mechanics
- Very clean engine bay, with no signs of leaks or overheating
- 1.8-litre B-series engine with twin SU carburettors
- 4-speed manual transmission with overdrive
- The vendor tells us that the car drives very well, with no leaks, smoke or untoward noises
Summary
We think this MGB GT is an excellent example of the breed. Both mechanically and cosmetically, it looks to have been cherished and very well maintained.
We love the fact that it retains its correct cloth interior, while the new wood effect veneer adds a splash of luxury to proceedings.
We love the fact that it retains its correct cloth interior, while the new wood effect veneer adds a splash of luxury to proceedings.
With low mileage that’s been accumulated on the low stress roads of Jersey, this charming sports car is ideal for anyone wanting to take their first steps into the world of classic car ownership.
Alternatively, for anyone that just wants a handsome, easy to maintain classic, this has to be considered.
Alternatively, for anyone that just wants a handsome, easy to maintain classic, this has to be considered.
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