Description
MG B
Blue paint
Black soft top and upholstery
Chromed wire wheels
Maintenance file with invoices
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The 1976 MG B marks the end of production for this iconic roadster after 18 years on the books. Here are its main features and its history:
History and positioning
The MG B was produced from 1962 to 1980, with major updates in 1974 to comply with American regulations (rubber bumper shocks, raised ride height).
In 1976, the MG B underwent mechanical and styling changes to meet emissions and safety requirements, particularly for the American market.
Production ceased in 1980 after more than 500, 000 units were built, making the MG B one of the most widely circulated roadsters in history.
Technical specifications (1976)
Engine: Inline 4, BMC B-Series, 1, 798 cm³, 63 bhp (American spec, due to emissions regs) or 95 bhp (European spec), powered by a Zenith-Stromberg carburettor.
Transmission: 4-speed manual gearbox (Laycock de Normanville overdrive optional), rear-wheel drive.
Performance:
Top speed: 150 km/ h (European spec).
0–100 km/ h: around 13 seconds (American spec less powerful).
Chassis and braking:
Front independent suspension, rear live axle with anti-roll bar added in 1976 to improve handling.
Disc brakes at the front, drum brakes at the rear.
Design:
Black rubber bumpers (required by American regulations), raised ride height by 4 cm.
Modernised dashboard, striped cloth seats, fabric soft top.
Developments and peculiarities
The 1976 MG B benefited from an rear anti-roll bar to compensate for the loss of handling due to the raised ride height.
Overdrive became standard on European versions, improving on-road driving comfort.
The MG B was offered as a cabriolet and as a GT coupe (with hatch and optional sunroof).
