Highlights

Only two owners from new, with one previous lady owner
Full body restoration in 1995, maintaining original Pale Primrose colour
Ivor Searle reconditioned engine installed in 2015
Garaged and used only in dry conditions since restoration

The Appeal

The most iconic of the British classics. A smartly-poised, elegant roadster that summated the golden age of the great British sports car. That language of a summer's breeze in your hair with a perky little four-pot in front of you - it's a universal one, and with one of the best support networks in the business, it's little wonder the MGB continues to endure decade after decade.

This desirable 1969 example comes to us in fine order, with a very evocative Pale Primrose livery. Bolstered by a comprehensive history and plentiful, regular maintenance, this car has clearly lived a very comfortable life - including a full body restoration in 1995 and the fitting of a reconditioned engine in 2015.

Little used in recent years, this much-loved car is now ready and waiting for its next chapter.

The History and Paperwork

Desirable 1969 model
Only two owners from new
Acquired in March 1983, with one previous lady owner
Full body restoration in 1995, returning to original Pale Primrose colour
Full engine overhaul carried out by a professional vehicle restoration company
Ivor Searle reconditioned engine installed in 2015
Many invoices for replacement major and minor parts available
Restoration paperwork and professional valuation available
Regularly serviced and MOT’d beyond exemption period, but not in the last few years due to lack of use
Vehicle has not been used for about 3 years, stored and only started and run at the property

The Condition

Slight dent to the rear off side beneath the bumper, caused by an item stored against it in the garage
A few small chips and scratches to paintwork in various areas, though nothing intrusive
Some light areas of peel, exposing seemingly isolated corrosion, on the lower doors
Hood is looking a little tired
New set of silver polish rim alloy wheels and tyres installed in 2015
The car is also supplied with a set of Rostyle wheels
Some areas of corrosion and paint peel around the sills
Underside appears solid with some light corrosion
Original leather seats are cracked and split, in need of refurbishment or replacement
Carpeting mostly needs replacing, except for the rear seat which has been replaced
Some paint imperfections on the dash
All instruments are legible
Sharp cassette player in situ

The Mechanics

1,798cc B-Series 4-cylinder engine
Manual transmission with 4 gears
Engine bay in good order
Reconditioned engine from Ivor Searle fitted in 2015
Brakes were worked on when the reconditioned engine was installed
Very recently, a new battery and starter motor have been installed
Little or no use in the last few years; as a result the car requires a service
Potential need for work on the front near side brake
Reconditioned engine reportedly runs well without issue

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