Lot details Registration No: SPN201G Chassis No: GHN41734949 Mot Expiry: June 2010
Cornerstone of the British classic car industry, the MGB, launched in 1962, has an unshakeable grip on enthusiasts' hearts. With its handsome, timeless styling in both roadster and GT coupe guises, the model forces no compromises on the modern motorist and many Bs are in daily use. These classic sports cars offer an engaging drive thanks to the provision of rack-and-pinion steering, independent coil-and-wishbone front suspension, a live rear axle, disc/drum brakes, with over 100mph available from the B's torquey 1798cc four-cylinder engine, if fitted with overdrive. Most sought-after are the chrome-bumper roadsters like this one which, because of their lower ride height, look and handle better. Today, the B enjoys a very strong following and with its GT sister has spawned a dedicated support industry making it among the most practical and cost-effective of all classic cars to own. Even complete new bodyshells are available.
Finished in British Racing Green with black leather upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "excellent" condition with regard to its engine, four-speed manual plus overdrive gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim, bodywork and paintwork. Reportedly "purchased from the renowned MechSpec MG Centre of Wiseton as a restored car", 'SPN 201G' is further understood to have been "stored in a controlled environment" during the current ownership seeing "occasional use only". Apparently coming to market due to some reluctance on behalf of the seller's wife to drive it "having spent too much time behind the wheel of a modern car", this smart Roadster is offered for sale with MOT certificate valid until June 2010.
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