1962 MG B Roadster
Lot Number: 147
1962 MG B Roadster
Very early, pull handle, three-bearing crankshaft-car looking splendid in a fresh coat of Tartan Red.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Tartan Red -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
NMT 543 -
ODOMETER READING
30215 Miles
SUMMARY
Very early, pull handle, three-bearing crankshaft-car looking splendid in a fresh coat of Tartan Red.
DESCRIPTION
- This is a very early UK-spec 'B' (04/12/1962) and one of just 540 cars built in 1962 for the UK-market
- Purchased by our vendor around three years ago. The owner prior to him had owned the MG since 1970 with two owners before that
- Having been in long-term storage, our vendor decided to have the car taken down to bare metal and professionally resprayed in its original Tartan Red
- Our vendor states 'There was absolutely no rot or sign of any previous repairs. I have never seen one as good. The bumpers and other parts were re-chromed, new rubber door seals and various other ancillaries were renewed, the wheels were blasted and powder-coated, new tyres fitted, a new hood fitted and a new windscreen, as the original was cracked. The interior was in very good condition, all original and just needed a good valet. The engine is original'
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Supplied with its original RF60 'buff' log book, subsequent V5s, old MOTs, old photos of the car from 1970s and 1980s and a photographic record of the recommissioning
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 147
- Make
- MG
- Model
- B ROADSTER
- Registration Number
- NMT 543
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- GHN32467
- Engine Number
- 18GUH983
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Tartan Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
101 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
I decided to strip it to bare metal and had a professional respray (pictures taken). Amazingly there was absolutely no rot or sign of any previous repairs. I have never seen one as good. Bumpers were re-chromed along with other parts and new rubber door seals and various other ancillaries renewed. New hood also fitted and a new windscreen was fiited as original was cracked.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
The interior is in remarkable condition and all original.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Original engine.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
Wheels blasted and powder coated and new tyres fitted.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
The car is showing 30,215 miles but that would be more like 130,215 miles in total as the speedo has gone around.
Vehicle History
Remarks
Its' a very early car. It was built 4th December 1962 and first registered 01/02/1963. It is a UK spec. One of 540 cars built in 1962 for UK market. Original RF60 buff log book present and subsequent V5’s. old MOT’s, old photo’s of car from 1970’s 80’s and photographic record of the work done by me.
Restoration Notes
Bare metal and professional respray.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
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