1972 MGB GT
Highlights
- Period Webasto sunroof
- Body and paintwork have been previously restored
- Prepared for regularity runs with expensive Brantz and Paterson timing kit
- Sebring front and rear bumper delete
The Appeal
Launched in 1962 as a replacement for the aging MGA, the B used MG’s first unitary bodyshell which made it stiffer than rivals. It was a real looker, too, thanks to the combination of design guru Don Hayter and the Italian flair of Pininfarina.
It sported BMCs 1.8-litre B-series engine developing 95bhp to give it sprightly performance. Various updates took place over the years, with the most obvious being the addition of rubber bumpers, which arrived in 1974 and were designed to meet the American 5 mph bump tests.
The Roadster is more common than the GT, of which only 125,282 were made, with some 11,000 thought to still be left on UK roads. It was one of the most successful sports cars of all time, which explains why so many still survive today.
This 1972 GT has been used by the current owner for on-road regularity rallies and it has been treated to a subtle Sebring de-bumpered look and the fitment of expensive Brantz and Paterson timing gear. Together with the traditional white paintwork, period Minilite-style alloys and the Webasto sunroof it looks every inch the classic period racer.
The History and Paperwork
- V5C present and in current owners name
- Current owner since 2010
- Current MoT until October 2023 (car is MoT exempt)
- Has averaged less than a thousand miles a year with current owner
- Car is registered as a historic vehicle
- Tax and MoT exempt
- Has current MoT until 31 May 2024
- Stack of invoices indicate plenty of work has been carried out on it
- Used as a second car for regularity runs and kept in a barn
The Interior
- Sporty dashboard has been neatly padded in grey suede
- Lots of dials, plus a dash-mounted maplight
- Expensive Brantz and Paterson timing kit fitted for regularity runs
- Three-spoke MG branded Mountney steering wheel
- Black leather seats are in good condition and supremely comfortable
- Rear seat trim is unripped and in good condition
- Vinyl doorcards are unmarked
- Alloy gear knob, handbrake lever and drilled aluminium window winders
- MG blanking plate where radio would go and no speaker holes in doorcards
- Great looking period interior that is both comfy and sporty
The Exterior
- Paintwork has been resprayed at some point to a good standard
- Bodywork has the odd minor chips and marks but is overall in good condition and looks great
- Front wings and bonnet have been replaced
- Sebring front and rear valances fitted in 2020 at a cost of £1,700
- Webasto sunroof works fine
- Brightwork all appears to be a good order
- Updated minilite-style Minator 15-inch alloys have been fitted
- Tyres are four matching 185/64 R15 Marshall MH12 and were fitted in 2021. All have excellent tread
- Spare is a steel wheel with a Michelin 115/70 R15 fitted
The Mechanics
- Engine has been replaced at some point with period correct unit
- Twin SU carbs and high compression 1.8-litre B-series engine
- Started easily, with clutch and gears seeming fine on photoshoot
- Four speed gearbox has overdrive with activation switch on gearknob
- Recent tyres, alternator and performance air filters fitted
- Electric fan fitted to radiator
- Current owner reckons suspension has been mildly uprated
- Car is said to drive without issue and has lots of receipts detailing maintenance
Summary
Mechanically in excellent condition and with smart bodywork, this classic MG B GT has been prepared for regularity runs and has been looked after with care. The sensible upgrades have kept it reliable and enhanced its sporty period race looks.
MoT and tax exempt it’s already for a new owner to enjoy regularity runs, car club tours or simply head to Goodwood and soak up the admiring looks.
MoT and tax exempt it’s already for a new owner to enjoy regularity runs, car club tours or simply head to Goodwood and soak up the admiring looks.
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Auction Details
- Year 1972
- Make MG
- Model B GT
- Colour White
- Mileage 81,760 Miles
- Engine size 1798
- Seller Type Private
- Town Arnesby
- County Leicestershire
- Country United Kingdom
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Auction ends
8
bids
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bidders
- de•••• £5,000 21/07/23
- st•••• £4,900 21/07/23
- de•••• £4,700 21/07/23
- st•••• £4,600 21/07/23
- de•••• £4,500 21/07/23
- st•••• £4,400 21/07/23
- de•••• £4,200 20/07/23
- Mi•••• £4,000 16/07/23
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