Lot details Registration No: FXC631L Chassis No: GHD5302547G Mot Expiry: Sept 2012
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 tauter 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 and braking by discs at the front and drums at the rear. At launch, the model was powered by a three-bearing version of BMC's 1798cc B-Series engine that produced 95bhp at 5,400rpm. 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, while 1974 saw the move to steel-reinforced plastic bumpers and a raised ride height. 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 in active service today.
This pretty right-hand drive GT was manufactured in 1972 and features Blue coachwork and a Blue fabric interior. It is equipped with the desirable overdrive manual gearbox and has reportedly been the subject of a recent restoration, during which many new parts were fitted - including batteries, starter and ignition switch. 'FXC 631L' has subsequently been exhibited at a number of classic car shows and the vendor currently considers the bodywork, paintwork and transmission to be "good", the engine "very good" and the newly carpeted interior "excellent". The MG comes with an extensive file of bills and a fresh MOT certificate.
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