Highlights
- Very good condition throughout
- A fantastic looking MGB finished in red with chrome bumpers
- The owner informs us that it has an Ivor Searle engine fitted and BMH bodyshell
The Appeal
With classic styling, a good engine and being easy to drive the MGBs success was all but guaranteed.
Even now 42 years after production ceased the MGB remains a popular sports car.
With an extensive support network for owners, including exceptional parts availability and a host of owners clubs, the MGB makes for a fine classic car experience that few others can rival.
Even now 42 years after production ceased the MGB remains a popular sports car.
With an extensive support network for owners, including exceptional parts availability and a host of owners clubs, the MGB makes for a fine classic car experience that few others can rival.
Having undergone extensive restoration including, we are told, an Ivor Searle remanufactured engine and a British Motor Heritage MGB bodyshell, this MGB presents very well throughout and offers a fantastic ready to drive classic car experience.
The History and Paperwork
- V5 Present and correct
- MOT and tax exempt
- Registered as a historic vehicle
- A selection of historic MOTs
- Invoices dated 2022 that include new brake cylinders (wheel), oil and filter, spark plugs, distributor cap, oil cooler and a reconditioned shock absorber
- An invoice dated 2009 from MGs unlimited that includes four new chrome wire wheels
- MOT history dates back to 2009 when the recorded mileage was 9,479
- Haynes manual
- MGOC Second edition parts catalogue
The Interior
- Excellent condition throughout
- Cream leather with red piping all in excellent condition
- Red carpeting throughout in very good condition
- Three spoke steel and leather Moto-lita steering wheel in very good condition
- Original wood MG steering wheel included with the car
- Extensive wooden trim presents beautifully
The Exterior
- Very good condition throughout
- British Motor Heritage MGB bodyshell
- Eye catching classic British design looks fantastic in red
- Chrome bumpers front and rear in excellent condition
- All four chrome wire-spoked wheels present excellently
- Hood in very good condition with the exception of a split window panel as shown in the images
- The extensive brightwork is all in very good condition
- Badges, light lenses and windows all present well
- The vendor reports that he has always kept the car indoors and that the previous owner did likewise
The Mechanics
- The 1,798cc engine sounds gorgeous as an MGB should
- Full stainless steel exhaust in very good condition
- The owner informs us that a previous owner fitted an Ivor Searle remanufactured engine and the engine bears an Ivor Searle plaque as can be seen in the images
- Starts easily and idles smoothly
- Engine bay is clean and tidy and presents well
- Underside appears to be in good condition
- Recent full service
Summary
The MG MGB is a classic British sports car whose popularity has stood the test of time and this is a fine example of why they have remained so popular.
In very good condition throughout this MGB is ready to drive and is the perfect car for enjoying a sunny afternoon on the road.
In very good condition throughout this MGB is ready to drive and is the perfect car for enjoying a sunny afternoon on the road.
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