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1971 MGB ROADSTER IN RACING GREEN (RESTORATION PROJECT)
Purchased car in 1989 and ran for 11 years garaged, low mileage
Restoration work and respray undertaken at time of purchase
Mothballed for past 22 years due to family.
Non-runner - Restoration project - Potential to restore to former glory
Cracked windshield, Tarnished chrome, Surface rust, Mothballed engine for 22 years, Seized clutch hydraulic cylinder due to layover, Restore electrical systems due to layover and Restore suspension bushes and shocks due to layover.

The car has had 5 previous owners. Vehicle Registration Document V5 attached.
The last MOT Test Certificate for 1998, prior to mothballing is attached.
Purchased from Mercury Motors, Fife, Sports Car Specialists in 1989.
Restoration work and respray undertaken at time of purchase.
New soft top hood
New crome bumbers and grill
New sills
Original steel rims
Resprayed in British Racing Green "2-pak"
New engine "block" , replaced prior to purchase.
Genuine mileage based on original block being replaced at 60, 000 - 80, 000 miles.

New soft top hood
New chrome bumpers and grill
New sills
Original steel rims
Resprayed in British Racing Green "2-pak"

Mothballed for past 22 years due to family.
Soft top hood in perfect condition
Cracked windshield
Tarnished chrome bumpers and grill
Surface rust bubbles on drivers side sill
Tarnished Original steel rims
Surface rust on various seams and chips

New Economy fitted carpet panels.

Mothballed for past 22 years due to family.
Some fitted carpet panels are in need of replacement due to wear and tear.
Door panels are in good condition.
Seats are material finish in good condition with head rests fitted.
Working seat belts.
Dashboard in good condition.
Radio Accessory (disconnected)

Good runner, fast, responsive power and toque.
New engine "block" , replaced prior to purchase in 1989.
Standard twin SU carburettors, manifold and exhaust systems.
Standard 4 speed gear box, no overdrive fitted.
Battery removed.
Mothballed engine for 22 years.
Seized clutch hydraulic cylinder due to layover (dis-engaged)
Restore electrical systems due to layover
Restore suspension bushes and shocks due to layover
Original steel rims, replace tyres.

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