Comprehensive mechanical overhaul with only 65 miles since completion
Recent respray in British Racing Green
New Minilite-style alloy wheels and tyres
MOT valid until May 2025
The Appeal
Is there anything quite as classic in the world of classic motoring as a British roadster with a rumbling V8? Before MG finally got around to doing the job officially an army of enthusiasts married the B roadster with the engine it always deserved - the 3.5litre Rover V8.
Alongside the renowned 'Costello' cars are examples like this that have been carefully and professionally overhauled by marque specialists. It was reshelled in the 90s and gained that extra power, the classic theme completed by a fetching British Racing Green paint scheme.
It has been enthusiast owned and loved since and benefits from ongoing maintenance. As a mark of that dedication, the current long term keeper has regularly MOT'd the car even though this is not legally required.
Six years ago that included a full engine rebuild, a new clutch and gearbox rebuild. The body was stripped and resprayed and the interior retrimmed. This lovely car has covered only 65 miles since. This is a rare opportunity to benefit from all that work. A long, advisory free MOT to March 2025 underlines the fine impression provided by the provenance and photographs.
History and Paperwork
Registered in 1974
Purchased by the current owner in January 2015
Extensive refurbishment work carried out by AR Griffiths and V8 Developments
New engine, clutch, and gearbox installed in 2018
Recent service history includes refurbished brake and clutch master cylinders, new brake piping, and a new clutch slave cylinder
Has spent very little time on the road since work was completed, with only 65 miles undertaken
MOT valid until May 2025
VIN records show this car was factory supplied as a BGT
It was likely reshelled during the early 1990s restoration
Buyers should note it is still registered as a BGT with the DVLA
The Condition
Car is finished in classic British Racing Green with a black interior trim - practically synonymous with the MGB
Bodywork has a high gloss finish with some age-commensurate wear
Paintwork resprayed in 2017, generally very presentable
Evidence of panel repair and paint pinpricks on the front scuttle
Original bonnet with a 'bulge' and some fine cracks
Brand New Old Stock metal MGB bonnet included in the sale
Chrome work in good condition with minimal corrosion
New Minilite-style alloy wheels and tyres
Underside is sound and dry, stored in a garage since 2015
Interior features refurbished seat frames, new foam, leather covers, new carpets, and new door and rear panel cards
Everthing here, as a result, is in superb fettle, with no rips or tears
Dashboard is nicely presented with a classic
Floors are sound, and all instrument dials are functional
The Mechanics
3.5L Rover V8 powerplant
Manual transmission with 5 gears
All electrics reportedly work as expected
Rebuilt brake and clutch master cylinders, new brake piping
New clutch slave cylinder
Overhauled front and rear suspension with new SuperPro bush kit and GAZ telescopic adjustable rear shock absorbers
New Rev-Tec MGB V8 twin cooling fans
New Edelbrock/Webber 500 manual choke carburettor, manifold, and low-rise chrome 'pancake' air filter
New electronic distributor, coil lead, HT leads, and cap
Engine, clutch, and gearbox are in 'practically new' condition with only 65 miles since installation
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