Lot details Registration No: SVD340M Chassis No: GD2DI-1186G Mot Expiry: June 2011
Manufactured from 1973 to 1976, the V8-engined version of the MG B was only available in GT (Coupe) form and the chrome bumper example on offer was manufactured by the factory in 1974. However, in the early 1980s it was cleverly turned into a 2+2 Roadster by Lenham Sportscars of Kent. Indeed, the vendor believes `SVD 340M' was the prototype for the conversion and one of only two V8s and 10 four-cylinder MG Bs to eventually be modified in this way, and is thus a very rare car. The process consisted of removing the GT's steel roof and replacing it with a mohair lined hood. The clever bit was installing a unique fibreglass rear boot moulding that allowed the car to retain its rear seat and have a B Roadster-style boot - albeit a bit shorter than that of the standard open car. The original windscreen was also retained and the frame adapted to accept the new hood.
Finished in Damask Red with a Black interior, this very special MG was apparently partially restored in the mid '80s when new wings and doors and leather front seats were fitted and the body resprayed. Other new parts installed at this time include: alternator, fuel pump, distributor cap, plug leads, brakes and fuel tank. Further work was carried out in 2009, when the new items fitted included: radiator, head gaskets, stainless steel exhaust manifold and down pipes, hoses, heater valves, rear dampers, front bump stops and brake hoses. The vendor now regards the bodywork, paintwork, interior, engine and transmission as all "good", though notes the paint features some cracking and pimples and the carpets are worn. In the same family ownership for the last twenty-three years, this interesting MG is MOT'd into June and taxed until the end of September.
PLEASE NOTE: The Tax for this vehicle expires August 2011.
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