- Seller: Clifton M
- Location: Athens, Ohio
- Mileage: 68,756 Shown
- Chassis #: GHN5UG407142G
- Title Status: Clean
- Engine: 1.8 Liter 4-cylinder
- Transmission: 4-Speed Manual
The MGB doesn’t have the highest top speed or go from zero to sixty incredibly fast, but it’s about as pure a sports car experience as you can get. It’s simple, attractive, durable, and, most importantly, fun! There’s a reason that MG built over half a million MGBs: people love to drive them. The seller purchased it a little over a year ago and has enjoyed it but decided it’s time to let someone else enjoy this sports car. So, if you’d love to be its next owner, be sure to bid below.
The previous owner purchased the car from their father, who had acquired it in 2010. During its time with their family, it received a Weber carburetor, Pierce intake manifold, new top, roll bar, brakes serviced, and side trim deleted. Besides installing a new fuel pump, the seller has just enjoyed driving the car. When it’s not on the road, it’s been stored safely away in the garage. The seller notes that the tires are in good shape with lots tread left.
There are a few minor flaws, mainly inside the car. The driver’s seat has a tear, which is common for these, and the carpets are starting to show their age. Replacements are available to make it look new again. The seller also notes that while the convertible top and window are in good overall condition, a few grommets need replacing. All of the gauges are said to be working.
One of the MGB’s greatest strengths is its durability. The 1.8-liter inline-4 engine is robust and easy to work on. MG rated the engine at 95 horsepower for 1976, an improvement over a few years prior. There’s a lot of debate about whether the single downdraft Weber improves performance over the dual SUs, but it does simplify the engine tuning process. The engine is said to run well.
The seller also notes that the floors have had rust repairs done and are solid throughout. There’s visible surface corrosion on the underside. We recommend treating the underside with a rust inhibitor to ensure it stays solid. The seller has provided photos of the rockers and underside, so be sure to take a look at the photo gallery below.
We are fans of the MGB, especially the ones in British Racing Green! This one would benefit from a little work to the engine bay and interior, but the outside presents nicely and could be enjoyed as is. So, if you’d love to have a drop-top classic to enjoy this fall, be sure to bid below. And leave any questions you might have in the comment section.
Bunch of rust on this one. Just throwing something on it isn’t going to make it go away. Still don’t understand why folks pull the SUs for a single carb. If you don’t care how much power you have (or don’t have) ok, but tuning either one isn’t difficult and both hold a tune for a long time. If you like good power leave the SUs or put two of the Webers on so you don’t loose power as with the single unit.