Highlights

Period Webasto sunroof
Body and paintwork have been previously restored
Prepared for regularity runs with expensive Brantz and Paterson timing kit
Sebring front and rear bumper delete

The Appeal

Launched in 1962 as a replacement for the aging MGA, the B used MG’s first unitary bodyshell which made it stiffer than rivals. It was a real looker, too, thanks to the combination of design guru Don Hayter and the Italian flair of Pininfarina.

It sported BMCs 1.8-litre B-series engine developing 95bhp to give it sprightly performance. Various updates took place over the years, with the most obvious being the addition of rubber bumpers, which arrived in 1974 and were designed to meet the American 5 mph bump tests.

The Roadster is more common than the GT, of which only 125,282 were made, with some 11,000 thought to still be left on UK roads. It was one of the most successful sports cars of all time, which explains why so many still survive today.

This 1972 GT has been used by the current owner for on-road regularity rallies and it has been treated to a subtle Sebring de-bumpered look and the fitment of expensive Brantz and Paterson timing gear. Together with the traditional white paintwork, period Minilite-style alloys and the Webasto sunroof it looks every inch the classic period racer.

The History and Paperwork

V5C present and in current owners name
Current owner since 2010
Current MoT until October 2023 (car is MoT exempt)
Has averaged less than a thousand miles a year with current owner
Car is registered as a historic vehicle
Tax and MoT exempt
Has current MoT until 31 May 2024
Stack of invoices indicate plenty of work has been carried out on it
Used as a second car for regularity runs and kept in a barn

The Interior

Sporty dashboard has been neatly padded in grey suede
Lots of dials, plus a dash-mounted maplight
Expensive Brantz and Paterson timing kit fitted for regularity runs
Three-spoke MG branded Mountney steering wheel
Black leather seats are in good condition and supremely comfortable
Rear seat trim is unripped and in good condition
Vinyl doorcards are unmarked
Alloy gear knob, handbrake lever and drilled aluminium window winders
MG blanking plate where radio would go and no speaker holes in doorcards
Great looking period interior that is both comfy and sporty

The Exterior

Paintwork has been resprayed at some point to a good standard
Bodywork has the odd minor chips and marks but is overall in good condition and looks great
Front wings and bonnet have been replaced
Sebring front and rear valances fitted in 2020 at a cost of £1,700
Webasto sunroof works fine
Brightwork all appears to be a good order
Updated minilite-style Minator 15-inch alloys have been fitted
Tyres are four matching 185/64 R15 Marshall MH12 and were fitted in 2021. All have excellent tread
Spare is a steel wheel with a Michelin 115/70 R15 fitted

The Mechanics

Engine has been replaced at some point with period correct unit
Twin SU carbs and high compression 1.8-litre B-series engine
Started easily, with clutch and gears seeming fine on photoshoot
Four speed gearbox has overdrive with activation switch on gearknob
Recent tyres, alternator and performance air filters fitted
Electric fan fitted to radiator
Current owner reckons suspension has been mildly uprated
Car is said to drive without issue and has lots of receipts detailing maintenance

Summary

Mechanically in excellent condition and with smart bodywork, this classic MG B GT has been prepared for regularity runs and has been looked after with care. The sensible upgrades have kept it reliable and enhanced its sporty period race looks.

MoT and tax exempt it’s already for a new owner to enjoy regularity runs, car club tours or simply head to Goodwood and soak up the admiring looks.

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