Vehicle Description
1974 MG MGB Roadster
The year 1974 was a crucial one in MGB history, as it was the year
when the world's most beloved British sports car underwent the most
radical changes in its 18 year lifespan. The earliest 1974 models,
built in the fall of calendar year 1973, retained the small chrome
bumper overriders with slender rubber tips used since 1970. The
U.S. market MGBs built in January 1974 received updated large
rubber block overriders, complying with our then new NHTSA
regulations.
For consignment, a 1974 MG MGB showing 53,632 miles, but the true
miles are unknown.These fun little cars represent an economical
gateway into the world of classic cars and you don't need a huge
space to store them! This car comes to you with a new radiator,
newer exhaust and car cover, and rebuilt carburetors.
Exterior
Patsy Cline sang, "why can't you be blue over me?" and this MGB
answers with single stage Cosmic Blue Metallic paint. Over the
course of production, MGB's were available in dozens of color
choices and many blues and you can see why as it's a very nice
color for the car, still providing a satin shine embellished by a
polished body length trim piece, chrome bumpers, and 14-inch wire
wheels. There's a robin's egg blue pinstripe wrapped around the car
which meets a white pinstripe floral detail around the trunk latch
and it's here where you'll find a chrome luggage rack for those
weekend jaunts in the country. A newer black canvas top takes in
three rear plastic windows, all in nice shape. The grille wears a
red badge and frames black mesh in polished chrome, flanked by
recessed headlights wearing matching polished rings. Imperfections
include rust bubbling, touched up and untouched chips, scratches,
and peeling paint in a seam.
Interior
Loose fitting black vinyl covers the door panels in the MG standard
configuration, generally a handsome arrangement of patterns and
trim. Nice vinyl seats take center stage in the cabin where their
weave patterned inserts and robust headrests create an inviting
cushion for right pedal pushin and are in nice condition. A black
rubber steering wheel fronts an instrument cluster with colored
indicator lights and some patina throughout including some cracking
on the dash pad. To the right, a Blaupunkt AM/FM/Cassette unit
resides over some toggles and knobs in a console that leads to the
black booted shifter. Black loop carpet covers the floor and also
loosely over the storage shelf behind the seats, while the trunk is
uncovered and housing a spare wire wheel.
Drivetrain
Two rebuilt SU carburetors highlight the 1.8 liter four cylinder
engine, rated at 78.5 horsepower and tied to a 4-speed manual
transmission sending power to 3.909 gears in back. Brakes are
configured as discs in front and drums on the rear wheels. The bay
appears in clean, driver quality condition with easy access to all
components, including the new radiator.
Undercarriage
Polished headers and stainless Bell mufflers from England pop with
bling on the underside that is otherwise driver quality with
typical surface rust on heavy metal components and some residual
oil on the pan, transmission and rear differential. Suspension
consists of coil springs up front and leaf springs in the back.
Drive-Ability
Ever nimble and made comfortable with decent sized seats, the car
starts up eagerly and provides a pleasant exhaust note as we row
the gears onto the test loop where the MG tracks straight, handles
well, and stops quickly. We note the heater blower switch is broken
and the right turn signal is not working. All other functions
operate as they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that
these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we
cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of
your purchase.
If you're looking for a classic British roadster and are not
interested in filling the den with trophies, this little runabout
is the cure to boring weekend drives. MG clubs are found throughout
the country so there's always the safety net of enthusiasts to help
you when you need it. But you won't need anything but a key and the
ability to drive a manual to start having fun with this blue nugget
of English engineering.
GHN5UE330683G
G-MG
H-BMC B-Series 1.8L
N-2 Seat Roadster
5-MKIII
U-USA Left Hand Drive
E-1974
330683G-Sequential Unit Number
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and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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