MGB

Running After 31 Years in a Barn: 1977 MGB

In many ways, falling in love can be compared to purchasing a collectible automobile.  Nobody needs a car project for survival.  We do what we do because we love the hobby.  We also tend to fall in love with… more»

Garage Find: One Owner 1974 MGB Roadster

MG sold 513,000 MGBs during the model’s production run from 1962 through 1980. With that many cars on the road, over that many years, arguments flare over which year is “best”. Early cars are prized for their spriteliness and… more»

Summer Driver: 1977 MGB Roadster

For a simple summer driver, look no further than this 1977 MGB roadster on craigslist, with an asking price of $3950. The seller indicates that he has purchased a Jaguar XJS and it needs his attention, so this well-sorted… more»

Drive or Restore? 1967 MGB Roadster

When I first became interested in cars, the only “collector” cars were marques like Auburn and Delahaye and Duesenberg. Cars were either new, or old. We never said “vintage”. Then in the 1970s, along came auctions and the game… more»

Back On The Road! 1979 MGB Roadster

We’ve featured an incredible number of classics over the years with the main goal of getting those finds into the hands of our readers, but sometimes someone that doesn’t follow our site beats one of our readers to the… more»

MGBeetle? VW-Powered 1969 MGB Roadster

Pretty much everyone knows what an MGB is. Offered from ’62 to ’80, the MGB is the quintessential British sports car. You’ll find them with some unexpected modifications such as this Volvo-powered example. I have an old college friend… more»

Low Mile Survivor: 1976 MGB Roadster

Over its production run from 1962 through 1980, more than 500,000 MGBs were sold, though most of those were sold before 1975. In that unfortunate year, British Leyland was forced to detune the 1.8-liter motor to meet US emissions… more»

Trailer Find: 1965 MG MGB

The MGB was the successor to the MGA and the big brother to the Midget. It was produced from 1962 to 1980 and saw the production of more than a half-million units, including variants (such as one with a… more»

Used Car Alternative: 1979 MG MGB Limited Edition

Have you seen the price of used cars lately?  It is hard to get a clapped-out econobox with less than 100K on the clock for less than $5,000 anymore.  However, there is a thinking out of the box alternative… more»

Volvo B18 Powered! 1969 MGB GT

The MG MGB had a solid 18-year run, which began in 1962 and lasted all the way through 1980, but this 1969 MGB GT has had a couple of unusual transplants that make it a unique offering in the… more»

Cheap Early MG: 1963 MGB Roadster

If you’re interested in an early MGB, you better hurry-  this one may not last long. Here on craigslist is a 1963 MGB roadster for sale with an asking price of just $6,000. The car is located in Houston,… more»

Daily Driven: 1968 MGB Roadster

Although this summer has seen a lot of record-breaking temperatures, we are about to run into the best time of year to get out on the roads and enjoy the cool autumn breeze. This is the best time of… more»

Structural Integrity: 1970 MG MGB GT

If I ever become insane enough to go back to school for a doctorate, I think I will study metallurgy.  My doctorate would be built around research into the steels and processes used back in the day to build… more»

Summer Project: 1966 MGB Roadster

If you are someone who likes a bit of a challenge, then perhaps this grey 1966 convertible MGB Roadster might be up your street. This convertible could be ready for the summer if you put in the hours beforehand… more»

Rare Ashley Hardtop: 1968 MGB

It’s amazing what a difference a hardtop can make on a convertible. OEM hardtops are among some of the most desirable factory accessories you can add to a drop-top and can also add a good deal of value to… more»

67k Original Miles: 1979 MGB Mk IV

The owner of this 1979 MGB Mk IV parked the vehicle in 2004 because he simply didn’t have time to drive it. The car has remained stored away undercover ever since, but it also has remained remarkably well preserved…. more»

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