Winning bid
£8,700

1978 MGB Roadster

Highlights

  • Chrome bumper conversion
  • Overdrive gearbox 
  • Excellent red paintwork

The Appeal

This MGB looks like it’s in great condition throughout, with its bright red paintwork gleaming and the stylish wire wheels wearing a set of whitewall tyres. The vendor tells us that the interior is immaculate and that the engine is perfect.
The car features an overdrive gearbox, for relaxed and efficient cruising at speed, and it has been converted to chrome bumpers. A luggage rack on the boot lid allows for long-distance touring and trips away. 
We don’t suppose the MGB will ever fall out of fashion, as it has remained a steadfast feature of the classic car landscape for so long already. They are a delight to drive, easy to maintain and look fantastic. What’s not to like?

The History and Paperwork

  • First registered in 1978
  • Initially this car would have worn rubber bumpers
  • These have since been converted to attractive chrome 
  • It comes with a scale model MGB on the dashboard
  • The car features silver on black registration plates

The Interior

  • The vendor tells us that the interior is in ‘immaculate condition’
  • The driver’s seat squab appears to be in good shape, with no rips or tears
  • To the rear, the spacious boot houses a full size spare wheel with fitted cover
  • Leather trimmed Moto-Lita steering wheel
  • Veneered dashboard 
  • The gauges appear to have a little condensation inside
  • Stereo fitted
  • Dashboard top in good condition, with no obvious splits or damage 
  • Scale model MGB roadster mounted atop the dashboard

The Exterior 

  • Bright red paintwork in good condition throughout
  • The vendor notes that there are a few small blemishes to be found on the bodywork
  • The shut lines look nice and straight
  • Attractive wire wheels 
  • Whitewall tyres, said to be in great condition
  • The lamp lenses appear clear and bright
  • Chrome bumper conversion
  • The chrome plating looks good, with few signs of pitting
  • Boot lid luggage rack fitted
  • Front spot lamps
  • The soft top roof looks well presented
  • Rear screen free from discolouration and clouding

The Mechanics 

  • 1,798cc four-cylinder engine
  • Four-speed manual transmission, with overdrive on 3rd and 4th gears
  • The vendor tells us that the engine is ‘perfect’
  • Twin S.U. carburettors
  • Servo assisted brakes

Summary

A very smart looking example of the popular MGB, which benefits from being converted to rubber bumpers and has an overdrive gearbox. 
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Auction Details

  • Year1978
  • MakeMG
  • ModelMGB Roadster
  • ColourRed
  • Odometer1,864 Miles
  • Engine size1798cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownDublin
  • CountryIreland
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Bidding history

31 Bids

andrew-••••
Bid
£8,700
20/03/23
john.ri••••
Bid
£8,600
20/03/23
andrew-••••
Bid
£8,500
20/03/23
john.ri••••
Bid
£8,499
20/03/23
andrew-••••
Bid
£8,400
20/03/23
andrew-••••
Bid
£8,300
20/03/23
john.ri••••
Bid
£8,200
20/03/23
andrew-••••
Bid
£8,100
20/03/23
john.ri••••
Bid
£8,000
20/03/23
andrew-••••
Bid
£7,900
20/03/23

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