1967 MG B Roadster

Lot details
Registration No: JOU532E
Chassis No: GHN3130695
Mot Expiry: Oct 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 2028 lb), reduced manufacturing costs and notably taughter 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. At launch, the model was powered by a three-bearing
version of the 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. By the time Roadster production ceased in 1980, a total of 399,070 are said to have been produced, a large proportion of which are still providing good service today; not least in historic racing and rallying.

The pretty white RHD Roadster on offer is a 1967 example trimmed in black leather/vinyl and fitted with a black hood. A mere 400 miles ago it was fitted with a Stage Two 1860cc `fast road' engine by Beech Hill Garage, Reading. The specification includes: a gas-flowed, unleaded cylinder head; a balanced crankshaft and new clutch; a 717 camshaft; K&N air filters; a new oil cooler with oil thermostat; new oil temperature gauge and braided hoses. It also benefits from a new stainless LCB exhaust system, new brake servo and is fitted with a wooden Moto-Lita steering wheel. The car comes complete with a huge history file, including original purchase invoice and is MOT'd into October 2011.