Highlights

Comprehensively restored
Imported from California in 2018
Only two previous owners

The Appeal

An MGB Roadster is the definitive British classic, harking back to the golden age of convertible sports cars.

This example was imported from dry California in 2018 having spent a significant part of its life in the desert, protected from Britain's salty roads. Carrying serial no. 1915, the vendor believes it to be amongst the oldest MGB Roadsters on UK roads, making it a great find for any classic car enthusiast. Having been restored to a very good standard following a long period off the road, it's in lovely condition and ready to enjoy

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History and Paperwork

Manufactured in 1962 and numbered 1915
Supplied to California USA
Right-hand drive
Imported from California in 2018
British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate
Old US registration documents preserved
The body number is 1,915, potentially making it one of the oldest roadsters on UK roads
The car has reportedly had two previous owners
No service recent history as all work has been carried out by the owner
The car was last on the road in 1981 and was left in the Californian desert until 2018

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The Condition

Subject to a comprehensive recent restoration
Free from corrosion and and has reportedly never been welded
Straight and very smart overall
The folwing roof looks well and reportedly operates correctly
Impeccable chrome wire wheels
Small crack on the nearside door just below the quarter light
All looks in lovely order underneath
Boot lid-mounted luggage rack - a useful period accessory

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The Mechanics

1.8-litre B Series engine
Four-speed manual gearbox
One battery cradle has been rebuilt, the other requires attention
Small oil leak between the gearbox engine, a common issue with B Series engine
The engine has been stripped and rebuilt
The engine has a standard bore, re-ringed big ends+20, re-shelled head standard, and so the vendor uses fuel additives
New starter motor ring gear fitted
The vendor states that the car provides a pleasant driving experience with a smooth gearbox and achieves 28 mpg

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