Highlights
- Extensively maintained by marque specialists Butlin & Sons Classic Cars
- Upgraded engine with an active sports fan for cooling
- Recently fully serviced
- £4,000 worth of brand-new chrome wheels and tyres recently fitted
The Appeal
This B leans into the car’s illustrious rallying and racing heritage with its auxiliary driving lights, racing roundels and white hard top. It looks great, an impression aided by £4,000 recently spent on new wire wheels and tyres. Inside, there is a smart beige leather interior with champagne carpets and a smart wood-rimmed wheel.
We are told that the car features an upgraded engine, although details are not provided. The vendor is only selling due to relocating outside the UK. He reports that it has been garaged when not in use and has proved great fun on the road.
The car has been regularly maintained by specialist Butlin & Sons, including a recent service.
The vendor says:
“This is far more than just a classic head-turner — it’s a solid, reliable motor that’s been meticulously maintained and loved.
“I’m relocating to the UAE for work and simply can’t give the car the use it deserves. This MG is a rare blend of classic beauty and dependable engineering. It’s ready to drive and enjoy — a true enthusiast’s car that’s been cherished and properly looked after.”
History and Paperwork
- First registered 1st April 1972
- Current keeper since April 2024
- Colour change recorded June 1989
- Always garaged by the current keeper
- Maintained in recent years by Butlin & Sons Classic Cars of Swadlincote
- Vendor reports car has detailed receipts and documentation
- Current owner selling due to relocation to the UAE
- Recently serviced
The Condition
- Finished in smart red paintwork with door roundels in white
- White fibreglass hard top roof included
- Good chromework reported, including chrome luggage rack
- Brand-new chrome wheels valued at £4,000
- Interior features beige upholstery and champagne carpets
- It has a watertight soft top under the hard top and is fully usable and working leak free
- Fitted with GB badge
- Wood-rimmed steering wheel
- Auxiliary driving lights
- £4,000 recently spent on new wire wheels and tyres
The Mechanics
- 1,798cc 4cyl engine
- 4spd manual gearbox with overdrive
- Upgraded engine with active sports fan for improved cooling, we are told
- Fitted with an engine kill switch for battery/electrics cut-off during storage
- Recently received a full service
- Maintained by specialist Butlin & Sons in recent years
- The vendor states the engine runs beautifully
- Regular oil changes and mechanical maintenance are carried out, we are told
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