Lot details Registration No: OHH505R Chassis No: GHN5-4130369 Mot Expiry: None
Introduced in the May of 1962, the monocoque MG B was a welcome progression from the body-on-frame T-Series and MG A models that preceded it. The more modern construction resulted in weight savings (the newcomer turned the scales at 2028lb), reduced manufacturing costs and notably tauter handling. Initially, the B was only available in Roadster form - the hatchback GT derivative not being offered until 1965. Suspension was by wishbones and coil springs at the front, and a live axle mounted on leaf springs at the rear. Damping was by lever arm units all round. Braking was by discs at the front and drums at the rear. The model was powered by a 1798cc version of the BMC B-Series engine that produced 95bhp at 5,400 rpm. The MKII model of 1967 brought an updated manual gearbox with revised ratios and synchromesh on all gears, as well as the option of a Borg Warner automatic unit. Other changes included a revised rear axle and a switch from dynamos to alternators. In 1969, Rostyle wheels replaced the previous pressed steel version for standard fit. With the MKIII derivative of 1972 came a new facia and improved heater. However, the biggest visual change in the car's history occurred two years later, when steel reinforced rubber bumpers replaced the chrome ones and the ride height was raised by one inch. By the time Roadster production ceased in 1980, a total of 399,070 are said to have been produced.
The right-hand drive Roadster being sold is one of the rubber-bumper models. Equipped with manual transmission, it is finished in Yellow with a Black interior and has apparently had eight keepers to date. Some twelve years ago it was reportedly fitted with a catalytic converter and the following year treated to a respray and new seats, carpets, steering wheel and tonneau cover. The vendor regards the paintwork, engine and transmission as "good" and the trim as "very good", though he notes the bodywork "requires some welding" and that the paintwork features "some rust spots". 'OHH 505R' comes complete with Haynes manual and past invoices but is not currently MOT'd or taxed.
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