8th Jun, 2011 15:00
The Pavilion Gardens
1977 MG B GT
Estimated at £5,000 - £6,000
Lot details
Registration No: FCA366S
Chassis No: GHD5422729G
Mot Expiry: June 2012
23,000 MILES FROM NEW
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, 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. 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 5,400 rpm. However, with an eye on superior reliability, this unit was quickly replaced by a five-bearing one. The MKII model of 1967 brought an updated manual gearbox with improved 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. By the time GT production ceased in 1980, a total of 125,282 are said to have been produced, many of which are still providing good service today.
The smart looking right-hand drive MG B GT on offer sports Flamenco Red bodywork and an original Grey interior complete with stereo cassette player. It left the factory in 1977 and is equipped with the optional overdrive gearbox. The car won the Queen Victoria Concours in 2000 and the corresponding plaque is proudly displayed under the bonnet. The vendor currently regards its bodywork, paintwork, trim, engine and gearbox as all "excellent". 'FCA 366S' comes complete with thirty old MOTs to verify its mileage and three folders of receipts, original sales brochures and memorabilia. Nicely presented, it is currently MOT'd into June 2012.
PLEASE NOTE: The current MOT and V5 will be forwarded to the new owner.
Registration No: FCA366S
Chassis No: GHD5422729G
Mot Expiry: June 2012
23,000 MILES FROM NEW
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, 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. 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 5,400 rpm. However, with an eye on superior reliability, this unit was quickly replaced by a five-bearing one. The MKII model of 1967 brought an updated manual gearbox with improved 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. By the time GT production ceased in 1980, a total of 125,282 are said to have been produced, many of which are still providing good service today.
The smart looking right-hand drive MG B GT on offer sports Flamenco Red bodywork and an original Grey interior complete with stereo cassette player. It left the factory in 1977 and is equipped with the optional overdrive gearbox. The car won the Queen Victoria Concours in 2000 and the corresponding plaque is proudly displayed under the bonnet. The vendor currently regards its bodywork, paintwork, trim, engine and gearbox as all "excellent". 'FCA 366S' comes complete with thirty old MOTs to verify its mileage and three folders of receipts, original sales brochures and memorabilia. Nicely presented, it is currently MOT'd into June 2012.
PLEASE NOTE: The current MOT and V5 will be forwarded to the new owner.
Auction: The Pavilion Gardens, 8th Jun, 2011
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