Vehicle Description
1975 MG MGB GT
A simple calculus has a long guided assessment of the MGB: Chrome
bumpers equals British classic; rubber bumpers equals British
Leyland mediocrity. Yet this prejudice unfairly maligns thousands
of cars and shortchanges the improbable 18-year run of the MGB. No
one disputes the greatness of the early MGB, which debuted in 1962
as a replacement for the MGA. Handsomely styled, fun to drive, and
relatively affordable, it quickly gained a wide following.
Participation in racing burnished the car's reputation, and the
introduction of the closed-roof MGB GT in 1965 buoyed sales.
For consignment, a now chromed bumper replaces the rubber on this
enclosed cabin 1975 MGB GT. This beautiful example has undergone a
total rebuild about 10 years ago and shines brightly with its
bumpers, trim spears and complete window surrounds. New
electricals, (important!), new interior, and new paint are just a
few of the tasks performed on this iconic British hard-topper.
Due to modifications of the emissions control devices installed by
the manufacturer, please check your local, state, and federal laws
to determine if this vehicle is applicable for use on public
highways in your area.*
Exterior
Straight rust free panels adorn this MG and are covered in dark
blue paint. Front fenders are straight and minding their gaps
nicely as we move rearward. Before we go though we should highlight
the highlighting which abounds on this car. A shiny front bumper,
headlight bezels, a dual opening grille surround, side trim spear
at the beltline, window surrounds and signal and running light
bezels are all shiny brightly. The hatchback heart gently curves
downward and sports a large rear greenhouse glass. This melts into
the rear quarters which have the iconic vertical tail lighting on
either edge. Just below is another rechromed bumper, chromed gas
cap and correct badging. 15-inch Minilite replica wheels are
covered in 195/60R15's on all 4 corners all from the 7th week of
2012. Cheerio!
Interior
Autumn Leaf vinyl, looking a lot like expensive leather, covers the
door panels which are now adorned with billet style handles and
cranks. The original inset actuators remain. A speaker now belts
out some tunes and is also with the door. Nicely padded sills are
on top of each door. Inside we see golden warm corduroy inserts on
some low back bomber style buckets which have a piping delineation
between the corduroy and smooth saddle vinyl bolsters. These chairs
cozy up to a center console in black which houses a
glovebox/armrest and the shifter lever. On its ascent to the dash
we note a few toggles, lights and an aftermarket digital Kenwood
head unit which is an AM/FM/CD capable type. The dash is shiny
black with no cracks and has a wonderful leather like texture
throughout. In front of the driver is a lineup of shiny round
bezeled Smiths black faced with white lettering gauges. These
reside within the padding in front of the rally steering wheel,
along with some extra toggles, lights, a turn knob, and a few
buttons. Gold carpeting covers the floors and is very clean. This
carpeting covers the rear fold down bench which when down offers up
plenty of extra storage space. A light gray headliner is above and
is very clean and well padded.
Drivetrain
Under the hood and it is an eye opener! A beautifully restored
engine bay with a gleaming red painted block 1.8 liter 4 cylinder
engine with a shiny polished valve covering inserted. It has dual
Su carburetors and a 4-speed manual transmission with the
Laycock-de-Normanville overdrive. The rear axle is 3.90 geared.
There are stainless steel mufflers, new wiring and ignition and all
is well under this hood. Cracking look Grommit!
Undercarriage
Showing some slight road dirt, otherwise excellently restored and
preserved with no rust. Just new lines and solid black straight
steel framing and floor pans. Power drum brakes are in back with
leaf springs and in front power disc braking with independent coil
springs all perfectly painted and looking like new. There is no
catalytic converter showing.
Drive-Ability
All appeared working condition during our run-through. It is
comfortable, roomy, and runs swimmingly. All functions are working
perfectly. A smooth accelerator, bias free panic stopper and great
handler.
Just a great conduit Mg MGB GT version all buttoned up and ready to
take on the day, or winding road, or commute, or just a fun drive.
We're off.
GHD5UE363275G
G-MG
H-BMC Series 1.8L 4 Cylinder
D-GT
5-MKIII
U-USA Left Hand Drive
E-1974
363275G-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 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.
