Lot details Registration No: MTF849K Chassis No: GHN5601721 Mot Expiry: Nov 2008
Introduced in 1962, the MG B Roadster enjoyed an eighteen-year production run. With nicely balanced handling and a good turn of speed, it merited the old MG marketing slogan 'Safety Fast'. Based around a monocoque chassis featuring independent coil-sprung front suspension and a leaf-sprung 'live' rear axle, its 1798cc 'B' series four-cylinder engine was allied to four-speed manual transmission. Capable of over 100mph (especially if specified with overdrive), the provision of disc / drum brakes and rack and pinion steering greatly aided control. Today, it enjoys a very strong following and with its GT sister has spawned a dedicated support industry making it among the most practical and cost effective of all classic cars.
Finished in British Racing Green with black leather upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "excellent" condition with regard to its engine, four-speed manual plus overdrive gearbox, interior trim, bodywork, paintwork and wheels / tyres (while, he rates the electrical equipment as "very good"). Although, extensively restored using a new Heritage bodyshell by its previous Scottish keeper, 'MTF 849K' has been treated to a second "show standard" renovation since entering the current ownership. Carried out between 2005-2006, work included a high quality respray, suspension overhaul, sundry rechroming, engine bay detailing and the fitting of new "knock-off 'minilite' alloy wheels" etc. Starting readily upon inspection the Roadster further benefits from an "original pattern interior", new mohair hood, spare set of wire wheels, large history file and MOT certificate valid until April 2008. Although, classified as an uneconomic repair in the late 1980s (reason unrecorded), we have chosen to offer this MG for sale because it has had its structure entirely renewed.
PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle now has a MOT certificate valid until November 2008.
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