1974 MG MGB

MG MGB (1974)
for sale

Price: US $5,000.00

Description:

Sabrina is an excellent example of one of the last chrome bumper, factory overdrive MGBs. In the mid-nineties, she was re-painted to her original teal blue, given a new top, and new leather upholstery. Since that time, she has been driven very little, and kept in covered, climate-controlled spaces. From 2002 to 2014, for example, she was driven just over 2, 000 miles.
There does not appear to have ever been a bit of rust on Sabrina. Before purchasing her, I had her inspected by a body shop that specializes in older British cars, and he reported that there was absolutely no evidence of body fillers or any indication that any panels had ever been replaced. As of this writing, the finish is as close to flawless as one could expect it to be.
I recently removed the cylinder head, because I wanted to install hardened exhaust valve seats in order to use unleaded gas. At the machine shop, the head was magnafluxed, cleaned, resurfaced, and all new valves/springs/guides, etc. were installed along with the hardened seats. The engine does not burn oil, and the compression is perfectly even on all 4 cylinders. While this work was being done, I re-built the SU carburetors and installed a new electronic distributor, a new coil, and new plug wires. All hoses are in excellent condition.
The transmission works smoothly, with no noise, and the overdrive is a real pleasure when driving on the freeway.

update: 2015-11-03

Features:

Condition:Seller Notes:
Used
“Excellent condition”
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): GHN5UE355876GMake: MG
Mileage: 51,583Model: MGB
Exterior Color: Teal BlueYear: 1974
Interior Color: GrayTrim: base roadster
Transmission: 4spd. plus overdriveEngine: 18V
Vehicle Title: ClearDrive Type: 2wd
For Sale By: Private Seller

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