Lot details Registration No: RRH330N Chassis No: GHD53531619 Mot Expiry: April 2011
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 car turned the scales at 2,028 lb), reduced manufacturing costs and notably taughter handling. Initially, the B was only available in Roadster form - the Pininfarina-penned hatchback GT derivative with 2+2 seating not being offered until October 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. At launch, the model was powered by a three-bearing version of the 1798 cc B-Series engine that produced 95 bhp at 5,400 rpm. However, with an eye on superior reliability, this unit was replaced by a five-bearing one two years into production. 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 fascia and improved heater. However, the biggest visual change in the car's history occurred two years later when steel reinforced plastic bumpers replaced the chrome ones and the ride height was raised by one inch. These changes were demanded by the American market, which had accounted for much of the car's production from day one. By the time GT production ceased in 1980, a total of 125,282 are said to have been produced, a large proportion of which are still providing good service today.
According to the vendor, the right-hand drive 1974 MGB on offer is one of the very last chrome bumper examples made. A manual car, it is finished in yellow with a black cloth/vinyl interior. The vendor describes the coachwork, paintwork, engine (a replacement unit), gearbox and interior as "very good". The MG is MOT'd into April 2011 and taxed until the end of October.
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