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Winning bid
£10,500

1974 MG MGB

Highlights

  • In current ownership since June 1996 (27 years)
  • Ziebart protected from new - certified 30/10/74
  • Comprehensive history file from 1986 onwards
  • Successfully toured UK, France, Spain and Portugal
  • Participated in 6 Cape to Cape Tours for MacMillan Cancer Support
  • Valid, advisory-free MOT until October 2025


The Appeal

If you think of a classic British sports car - nimble, top-down handling on a twisty B-road - chances are the MGB is exactly what comes to mind. It's an icon of endurance as equally as it is an icon of leisure - the little car that never quite lost its popularity. Even now, it's one of the most popular classics ever built. 

This particular example is one of the last chrome bumper MGBs produced, registered on 01/11/1974, representing the end of an era before the transition to much-maligned 'American Style' rubber bumpers. It's a handsome example too, with a striking Harvest Gold livery and beautifully presented black cabin. 

It's little wonder it's been well-looked after - this cherished little car has been in the current owner's possession since June 1996, coupled with professional maintenance by Tim Kelly MG Centre for nearly two decades. Factor in its impressive touring history and it's very clear this is a much-loved MGB that's ready and waiting for its new owner. 

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History and Paperwork

  • Registered on 01/11/1974, one of the last Chrome Bumper MGBs produced
  • In current ownership since June 1996 (27 years)
  • Previously owned for 10 years by one former registered keeper
  • Ziebart protected from new - certified 30/10/74
  • Comprehensive history file from 1986
  • Serviced and MoT'd annually by Tim Kelly MG Centre with records kept
  • Maintained by Tim Kelly MG Centre for nearly 20 years
  • Always garaged during current ownership
  • Current Insurance Valuation is £15,000
  • Successfully used to tour the UK, France, Spain and Portugal
  • Participated in 6 Cape to Cape Tours raising money for MacMillan Cancer Support between 2010 and 2019
  • Valid, advisory-free MOT until October 2025
  • Only being offered for sale as owner also has an MGC GT now used for touring

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The Condition

  • Sound and solid bodywork
  • Bodywork professionally restored & resprayed in original Harvest Gold in 1997/8 and again in 2017/8
  • Rust repairs completed on inner sills and castles
  • Heater box repaired
  • Floor pans replaced
  • Original chrome work appears in smart condition
  • Replacement Mohair hood fitted in 2012
  • Club Alloys from 1998 with set of 4 new tyres fitted April 2023
  • Clean and tidy interior
  • New carpets and trim fitted in 2014
  • Seat frames refurbished and new leather seat covers fitted in 2018
  • Mota Lita Steering Wheel

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The Mechanics

  • 1,798cc B-series 4-cylinder engine
  • Replacement Ivor Searle unleaded engine fitted in September 2012 at 42,279 miles
  • 4-speed manual transmission with overdrive
  • Overdrive functions on 3rd & 4th gears
  • Stainless Steel Exhaust system
  • The vendor reports that the car is driving well with no mechanical issues 
  • We understand that this fine classic is ready and waiting to drive away 
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Winning bid
£10,500
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Auction Details

  • Year1974
  • MakeMG
  • ModelMGB
  • ColourGold
  • Odometer64,665 Miles
  • Engine size1798cc
  • TransmissionManual, 4 speed
  • Steering positionRight Hand Drive
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownRed Ruth
  • CountyCornwall
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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Bidding history

22 Bids

mike.ma••••
Bid
£10,500
02/07/25
Matthew••••
Bid
£10,350
02/07/25
jaybee8••••
Bid
£10,100
02/07/25
Matthew••••
Bid
£9,900
02/07/25
mike.ma••••
Bid
£9,750
02/07/25
Matthew••••
Bid
£9,600
02/07/25
jaybee8••••
Bid
£9,425
02/07/25
mike.ma••••
Bid
£9,250
02/07/25
jaybee8••••
Bid
£8,925
02/07/25
mike.ma••••
Bid
£8,500
02/07/25

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