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£9,500

Asking price

1970 MGB Roadster

  • Right Hand Drive
  • 52,766 Miles
  • Manual, 4 speed
  • Petrol
  • 1800cc
  • 1970
  • TDU795H
  • Green
  • Private seller
  • GB
    Towcester, United Kingdom

Description

I’ve owned this MGB for 18 months but unfortunately the house we are moving to only has a single garage and that is spoken for. I paid £11, 500 from a specialist classic car dealer advertising on this site in April 2023 .
She is British Racing Green with 5 excellent chrome wire wheels and new Michelin tyres . The rest of the chrome bright work is new and sparkles beautifully in the sunshine .
The engine is a standard 1800cc rebuilt with an unleaded head, oil pressure is 50 both on start up and when hot . Temperature remains just under normal even in hot weather .
Gearbox with overdrive on 3rd and 4th has smooth changes with a positive feel .
Seats are brand new as are the black (red piped) door panels. The steering wheel is a Mountney classic alloy one . The hood is almost new as are the hood sticks . The car comes with a full tonneau cover . Over £7000 was spent on renovation some years ago with a full set of photographs of the restoration, the car has only done 3446 miles since then !
Bodywork is gleaming in the BRG , there is a small dent on the front of the alloy bonnet which was there when I purchased the car but not a significant detractor.
The new exhaust system is stainless steel.
The car runs looks and sounds exceptional with no known faults both mechanically and bodily .
4 owners from new . In summary an excellent unspoiled original MGB roadster ! Current mileage, which I believe to be genuine is 52789, I have mot certificates going back to year 2000 when the mileage was 49, 343 so she has done 3, 446 in the last 24 years
Located and garaged near TOWCESTER M1 junction 15a and M40 junction 10 .

UPDATE : 17/ 12/ 24 the MGB has just had a 30 point health check by Halfords (with paperwork ) 100% clean bill of health.
This includes tyres , all steering joints , suspension, lights, brakes , (linings callipers etc) exhaust, oil , water, antifreeze as below:

• Check the operation of the horn
• Check the dashboard warning lights and record any illuminated warning lights, including for ad-blue (if applicable)
• Check the security of seats and head restraints
• Check the seat belts for tears and ensure they're working correctly
• Check the operation of the exterior lights
• Check the condition/ operation of the front and rear windscreen wipers
• Visually check the windscreen for chips or damage
• Check the mirrors for cracks or damage
• Check the condition of the number plates
• Check for excessive exhaust smoke and inspect the exhaust system, including the catalyst (if fitted), for leaks, security and noise
• Check the condition and security of the battery
• Check and record the strength of the antifreeze coolant
• Check the operation of the washer and top it up
• Check and record the engine oil level
• Check the brake fluid level
• Visually check the power steering system, pipes and hoses for any leaks, chafing and corrosion, and check the power steering level
• Check the correct tyres are fitted according to the side wall instructions
• Check and record the condition and tread depth of the tyres (including the spare)
• Check and adjust the tyre pressures (including the spare)
• Check the drive shaft gaiters for security, condition and leaks
• Check the steering and suspension components for leaks, wear and corrosion, including locking devices
• Check the steering rack gaiters for condition and security
• Check the wheel bearings for excessive play and roughness
• Check the brake pads for wear and record measurements
• Measure the brake discs and drums, and check for wear, cracks, corrosion, scoring and pitting (excluding internal drums)
• Check the wheel cylinders for leaks and operation
• Check the service brake shoes for wear or damage, then clean and adjust if required (excluding internal handbrake shoes)
• Visually check the brake hydraulic system, pipes and hoses for any leaks, chafing and corrosion
• Check the brake callipers for leaks and security, and carry out a brake boil test
• Check the handbrake for security, linkages and travel, then lubricate and adjust if requiredI have all registration certificates from when the car was first sold on
04/ 06/ 1970 there are four previous owners two of whom are husband and wife

Vehicle background

Has the vehicle ever been imported?

No

Is there any outstanding finance?

No

Has the vehicle ever been declared a total loss?

No

Has there ever been any major structural issues which needed work?

No

Private seller

2 listings since 2024
+441903906247

Vehicle location

Towcester, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
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