1972 MG MGB GT 1950cc
Highlights
- Superb example with plenty of work completed
- Kent race cam and cylinders bored out to 1,950cc
- Fresh advisory-free MOT
- Excellent paperwork file
The Appeal
One of the world's perennial classics, the MG B offers a relatively easy avenue into classic car ownership. Excellent support networks, parts availability and street-ready performance make these enduring little cars a permanent 'safe harbour' for enthusiasts - and are still every bit as robust and reliable as they ever were.
This beautiful '72 GT has been cosseted and treated to a selection of performance enhancements, including a bore-out to 1,950cc and a Kent Racing Cam. That's a highly beguiling combo - how could you possibly resist a higher-octane experience in perhaps the most iconic British classic in history?
Supplied with a fresh MOT and an impressive history file, this is a car with everything going for it, and we're sure you'll have trouble resisting that bid button!
The History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1972
- Brand new advisory-free MOT has just been carried out
- ULEZ, MOT, and tax exempt
- Lots of service and maintenance receipts available as per photos
The Condition
- Car finished in Glacier White with light signs of use here and there
- Bodywork carries light age-commensurate wear, though nothing overly intrusive
- All external chromework in good condition with a small amount of age-related patina
- Original ROSTYLE Wheels with new stainless steel wheel trims
- Underside is sound, rust-free, and recently treated with Waxoyl
- Internally, the car is in fine order, and nicely refined
- Recently fitted upgraded veneer wood effect dashboard
- Factory upgraded seats in navy blue, all in good condition
- Carpets all in good condition
- Headlining in good condition apart from one tiny nick as shown in photos
- All switches in good working condition
- Original MG steering wheel in good condition
- Upgraded wooden gear knob
- Boot in good condition, complete with spare wheel
- All interior door furniture in good condition
The Mechanics
- Powered by the much-loved B-Series 4-cylinder powerplant
- Cylinders bored out to 1,950cc
- Kent race cam fitted
- Manual transmission with 4 gears
- New high-performance aluminium radiator
- New aluminium rocker cover
- High-performance HT leads
- Electronic ignition
- Battery isolator switch located behind driver's seat
- Recently fitted new stainless steel exhaust system
- Fully working overdrive in 3rd and 4th gear
- Nicely detailed engine bay
- Runs on unleaded fuel
- We're told that the car is in excellent working order
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues throughout
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1972
- Make MG
- Model B
- Colour White
- Odometer 11,261 Miles
- Engine size 1950
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Location London
- Country United Kingdom
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