Highlights

Final Limited Edition model in very good condition
270th from last MGB roadster ever built
One of only 212 roadsters fitted with ‘Stag’ polished alloys
Smart Bronze metallic paintwork with correct decals
Retrimmed black leather interior
Large history file of invoices, receipts and photos
Always garaged and covered
Long list of recent work including clutch, distributor and coolant hoses

The Appeal

To mark the end of 18 years, four months and 21 days of MGB production, a batch of 1,000 final ‘LE’ cars received an elevated specification. Attractive Bronze metallic paintwork, gold decals, a front spoiler, and a choice of alloy or wire wheels make these rare cars easy to spot today.

420 roadsters were built, and this 1981 car is one of only 212 fitted with the polished GKN alloys originally designed for the Triumph Stag. It is also notable for being the 270th-to-last roadster to leave the line, likely built in the final month of production. It remains in nicely preserved condition, with just a few paintwork details to note in the photos. The usual B-check areas are present, as are the LE special features and decals.

Inside, the cabin has been retrimmed in black leather; otherwise, it appears standard. It also has a smart Mountney wheel.

The vendor acquired the car in 2022 and says he has always garaged it with a cover. Recent work includes a new clutch with master cylinder, electronic distributor, upgraded coolant hoses, and a new battery. We are told the car runs and drives well with no issues, and everything works correctly. A large history file accompanies the car.

Whether you’re here for the LE’s rarity and provenance or because you just like a good-looking, well-presented MGB, this car scores.

The vendor says:

“Mechanically excellent with many years of service documentation. Starts without any issues and runs smoothly.. Factory standard. A pleasure to drive. Iconic. A real head turner.”

Key Information

Mileage: 70,560 miles indicated
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
Technical specs: 1,798cc inline four-cylinder petrol, 4spd manual with overdrive
Paperwork: Large history file, photos, V5C

The Detail

Starts without issues we are told and the vendor states it runs smoothly
Vendor describes the car as mechanically in very good order
We are told the interior is in very good condition
LE was originally fitted with ‘deckchair’ fabric seats
Now fitted with black leather seats in good order
Leather-rimmed three-spoke Mountney steering wheel
Carpeted through cabin and boot areas in black
All instruments are reported to work
Fuel gauge is said to be inaccurate, showing less than full when the tank is topped up
Bronze metallic paintwork in good overall condition
Some chips and marks to note to paintwork in photos
Bodywork generally well kept with some areas to check in photos
This includes deterioration to offside rear wing top along seam as shown
Small section of side stripe decal has come away, described as barely noticeable and easily replaced
No other exterior faults reported by the vendor
The vendor states the underside is in very good condition
Black vinyl removable roof in good condition with matching tonneau
Fitted with mud flaps and rear luggage rack
Polished ‘Stag’ GKN alloys in very good condition with a few marks
Fitted with Michelin tyres
Supplied with tool kit as shown

Recent work advised by seller:

New clutch
New clutch master cylinder
Electronic distributor
New coolant hose set
New battery

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