If you want to get into the British car hobby, there’s no better way to dip your toes in the water than a clean MGB like this handsome British Racing Green example.
Very clean chrome bumper MGB. New interior and top, runs and drives great. Upgraded 15-inch wheels and tires. Very clean and solid throughout. Still the most affordable way to own a traditional British sports car!
Somehow the MGB remains eminently affordable, despite its handsome good looks, wonderful road manners, and plentiful parts supply. If you want to get into the British car hobby, there’s no better way to dip your toes in the water than a clean MGB like this handsome British Racing Green example. This car was built before the Feds mandated those heavy, ugly rubber bumpers so it has the right look—clean, uncluttered, and just as the original designers intended. The shape is probably familiar, and it has aged rather well—for being more than five decades old, the B still looks remarkably contemporary. With nice bodywork, this one shows quite well overall. It isn’t perfect, of course, but the gaps are nice, there’s no evidence of the dreaded tin worm, and whomever was in charge of the paint did a great job because it shines up nicely. The chrome and brightwork is likewise in good order, particularly the grille and bumpers, which are really what make the early cars special. You’ll also note good glass, clear parking light lenses, and a traditional look that makes the MGB unmistakably British.
The interior is fresh and it was quite nicely done to OEM standards (maybe even better). The bucket seats are supportive for spirited driving and comfortable enough for road trips if that’s your thing. The bright red upholstery looks great in the low-slung sports car, and the red carpets work nicely with the black dash and hardware. A wood-rimmed steering wheel is the right choice, and it includes a matching shift knob for the 4-speed manual transmission, so everything you touch has a hand-crafted feel. Big, easy-to-read Smiths gauges monitor the engine, and they’re all operational. There’s also a digital AM/FM radio in the dash, right below a big chrome MG emblem, and it feeds speakers in the doors for decent sound even when the top is down. And speaking of the top, it’s new, too. It stows in seconds behind the seats, leaving a clean profile. There’s also a good-sized trunk that’s unfinished but big enough to carry plenty of gear for a weekend on the road.
The engine is MG’s familiar 1798 cc inline-4, whose reliability has been proven many times over by now. Rebuilt and finished in traditional MG Maroon, it looks right under the hood. The hardware is basic, but that’s all part of the MG’s appeal—simplicity is sometimes better. A single downdraft carburetor feeds the torquey little four cylinder, while a 4-2-1 exhaust manifold handles the spent gasses, dumping into a burly-sounding exhaust system with a proper resonator. Twin electric fans up front help keep the radiator cool and there’s a big alternator to power them without issues. You’ll note this MGB is equipped with power front disc brakes, a nice find on any vintage sports car, but the modest curb weight means that power steering is completely unnecessary. The floors and unit-body structure are in excellent condition with no signs of structural issues and 3.90 gears out back mean that it feels energetic around town. You will also find new lines and hoses throughout, as well as fresh shocks, making this a car that’s ready to enjoy right away. And those handsome Minator wheels look like vintage Minilites and carry upsized 195/65/15 blackwall radials.
There’s still nothing else quite like a vintage British sports car. There are faster cars, yes, but the way the MGB goes about its business is pure joy and you’ll quickly discover why the old adage “It’s more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow” makes a lot of sense. Add in the great look, the desirable chrome bumpers, and some smart upgrades, and you get a car that’s a whole lot more than its price would suggest. Call today!
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