Vehicle Description
1970 MG MGB Roadster
The MGB is built to a simple, sensible formula and with simple,
sensible technology, even for its time: The two-seater body,
designed from the ground up as a no-roof roadster, (not
chopped-down from a contemporary sedan, such as the Morris Minor
convertible), features quite deep and wide sills for good
length-ways and twisting stiffness and during design, there was
attention paid to the 1960s' emerging technology of crash safety
too, with an energy absorbing crush zones designed into the nose of
the car.
Our consignor states this was a Nevada car, fully restored inside
and out in 2001, always garage kept, and never in the rain or snow,
low original miles, and a shiny black leather interior. This rag
topped sports car is appearing as close to the 1970 car that sat in
the British Leyland showroom, with careful attention to period
correctness.
Exterior
With gaps well minded and steel straight with no rust we see the
exterior bathed in a respray of Dark British Racing Green, the
paint is nicely done. However, we do notice a small scratch in
front of the driver's door and a scuff on the same side across the
British Leyland fender emblem. The chrome is mirror like and shows
no pitting, all trimmings are in equally good condition, and the 3
wipered windshield is crystal clear. The convertible top is like
new and has a clear back trio of windows. We note that this top had
been designed to be removed instead of folded down into the well
behind the seats. Like new 185/70R14 blackwall tires with a
matching spare wrap 14-inch MG chrome wire wheels. A shout out to
the truck, which presents with no rust and contains not only a
full-sized spare on a wire wheel but also a tonneau cover and a
luggage rack.
Interior
A fully restored black leather interior can be seen even better
with the top removed. Tuck and roll leather inserts are surrounded
by clean mar free smooth black bolsters covering the dual buckets.
The hump races through these seats and sports a consolette with
black padded arm rest and single cup holder. Within the driver's
reach is an aluminum bezel shifter with a chrome shaft and a wooden
MG emblazoned shift knob. Black padded vinyl is in excellent
condition and forms an elongated oval in front of the steering
wheel and houses the gauge cluster right in the driver's sight
line. A like new leather wrapped 3 spoke steering wheel fronts the
dash. An aftermarket AM/FM/CD player is embedded here also as well
as the essential chromed ashtray. Nice black carpet floods the
floors and has rubber MG logoed floor mats above.
Drivetrain
A pop of the bonnet and you'll be amazed at how great everything is
buttoned up and visually appealing. The 1798cc 4 banger has been
rebuilt and has a dark red valve cover and engine block. Being fed
from the side, the mini mill has dual 1-barrel carbs in the form of
SU HS4's and the correct 4-speed manual transmission on back. A
3.90 geared rear axle is way in the back. With supple hoses and
clean wiring and just hints of patina under the hood everything is
looking just spit spot.
Undercarriage
Rust free and showing a few hints of road dirt and surface rust all
is structurally sound. Independent coil springs up front and leaf
springs are on the rear and provide the handling ride. Disc brakes
are on front, and drums on the rear. We note an excess of grease
and grime build up on the rear axle, but no puddles formed after an
overnight respite.
Drive-Ability
Climbing into the showroom interior it started right up and idled
smoothly. After a brief warm up I left the clutch out and enjoyed
my cruise around the Classic Auto Mall Test track, (a well-kept
secret as to its actual location). It runs great, handles nicely,
and has an upscale feel with the padding, and all being just
right.
A fully working example ready to be scooped up and driven
immediately, all restored both inside and out and highlighted with
a great leather interior and a nice paint job. I say old chap,
let's take a tool through the Dandenongs mate!
VIN DECODE
GHN5UA199005G
G-MG
H-BMC Series Engine 1.8L
N-2 Seat Roadster
5-MK3
U-USA Left Hand Drive
A-1970
199005G-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.