MG MGB B (1979)
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Price: US $14,000.00
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MG MGB B (1979)
Description:
1979 MGB Total restoration, chrome bumper conversion
This perfectly restored 1979 MGB convertible roadster was completed in 2012.The restoration includes all mechanical systems and cosmetic.
ENGINE:
Rebuilt by Glenn's MG, St. Petersburg Florida. Bored out, new pistons, camshaft, valve train, new clutch.32/36 Downdraft Weber 2 bbl carburetor with K&N intake, Mallory electronic distributor and coil, 100 amp alternator, new 14 electric cooling fan, oil cooler with stainless steel braided hoses, new radiator, water pump and hoses.Totally detoxed per John Twist, University Motors, Grand Rapids Michigan. Runs like new, 70 mph on the Interstate for hours to car shows in Florida and gets over 25 mpg.
SUSPENSION:
Monroe Sensatrac shocks, new springs (lowered 1/1/2 inches to pre-1975 ride height ) Urethane bushings, new tie rods, new Brembo rotors and calipers, stainless steel brake lines, new master cylinder and rear shoes.Ugly, heavy rubber bumpers replaced with beautiful new chrome bumpers and grille, save weight and improve handling. New Michelin Pilot sport A/S radial tires and Panasport alloy wheels.
EXTERIOR:
Stripped and sanded down to bare metal and all rust cut out and new steel welded in, including both rocker panels. No bondo. Skim coated, sanded, primed and painted with multiple coats of PPG British Racing Green paint and clear coat. Since completion the car has never been washed with soap and and water, only Meguiares Spray Cleaner/ Detailer and Carnauba wax.
INTERIOR:
Entire front cabin is insulated with DYNAMAP, new carpet with felt wool backing, new seat cushions and covers in heavy duty vinyl Autumn Leaf, new mats with MG logo. New console, door card panels, new retractable seat belts, new Tan Duralast vinyl top. Trunk (boot) carpet and spare tire package, original MG jack. Spare tire is a Michelin Pilot Sport, full size. All gauges and accessories are functional. Auxiliary voltmeter and retractable cup holder on passenger side. Audio system is a 200 watt, 2 6 door speakers and 2 8 rear speakers.
EXHAUST:
Cast iron low restriction header with stainless steel pipes, muffler, resonator and great sounding MONZA exhaust tip, which gives it the classic British sports car sound.
This car is kept in an air-conditioned garage and never taken out when it was raining.
Included with the MGB are service and parts manuals, owners glove compartment booklet and 3 Landau (convertible top) covers, and a battery tender/ connector for the OPTIMA sealed battery.
update: 2015-11-04
Features:
| Used |
| “This 1979 MGB was totally restored and upgraded, including complete engine rebuild, new suspension and brakes, rotors, calipers, master cylinder, springs, Monroe shocks tire rods, new Panasport alloy wheels, and new Michel Pilot Sport tires. It was lowered 1 1/2 inches back to pre- 1975 specs which dramatically improved the handling. The car was stripped and sanded down to bare metal, new rocker panels were welded in place.No It is total rust free and has never been in a collision. It was skinned, sanded , primed and got multiple coats of PPG British Racing Green paint and clear coat.The entire interior was replaced including the seats, carpets and side panels in Autumn Leaf (dark tan) with a new Tan Duralast vinyl convertible top and Landau top cover. The trunk (boot) is totally carpeted with a matching spare tire cover. The ugly, old heavy rubber bumpers were replaced with 1974 style bright chrome bumpers and grille which helped decrease weight by 150 lbs.and improve performance” |
| VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | GHN5UL497494G | Year: | 1979 |
| Number of Cylinders: | 4 | Make: | MG |
| Transmission: | Manual | Model: | MGB |
| Body Type: | Convertible | Trim: | 2 door convertible roadster |
| Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty | Engine: | 1.8 L 4 cylinder , totally rebuilt and upgraded |
| Vehicle Title: | Clear | Drive Type: | Rear wheel drive, 4 speed manual transmission |
| Options: | Cassette Player, Convertible | Mileage: | 10,000 mile after restoration (90,000 miles prior) |
| Fuel Type: | Gasoline | Sub Model: | B |
| For Sale By: | Private Seller | Exterior Color: | British Racing Green (new paint) |
| Disability Equipped: | No | Interior Color: | Autumn Leaf (dark tan) |
