1970 MG B Roadster
Lot Number: 364
1970 MG B Roadster
A delightful example of the ubiquitous MG B Roadster in a very stylish colour combination and sympathetically upgraded.
- Sold for an undisclosed sum.
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
Oxford Blue -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
FBY 261H -
ODOMETER READING
32863 Miles
SUMMARY
A delightful example of the ubiquitous MG B Roadster in a very stylish colour combination and sympathetically upgraded.
DESCRIPTION
- This rather special 1970 MG B was despatched to its first owner in St Heliers in Jersey before returning to the UK in 1990
- It was subject to a careful restoration with an engine and gearbox rebuild in 2008 and refinished in a very attractive shade of Oxford Blue with a delightful Biscuit leather and Burr Walnut interior
- The MG has been extensively upgraded including hydraulic power steering, MGOC Evolution 3 front suspension, Parabolic rear SPAX Krypton adjustable dampers, vented front discs, High-Torque starter motor, alloy radiator, high-speed cooling fan, stainless steel sports exhaust, LED lighting, Quadoptic headlights and much more
- All the usual desirable MG B features - overdrive, wire wheels, chrome luggage rack, alloy rocker cover and chrome pancakes
- Interesting history file detailing the car's ownership and travels and a lot of the more recent work completed by MGOC in Cambridge
- The current indicated mileage is 32,863 (its first 20 years were in Jersey)
- A genuinely lovely MG B. Not concours, but eminently usable and a real head-turner
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 364
- Make
- MG
- Model
- B ROADSTER
- Registration Number
- FBY 261H
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- GHN5269035G
- Engine Number
- 489733ES46140
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Oxford Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
81 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
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Remarks
Full restoration completed in 2008 Paintwork is very presentable it does have some expected age related marks. Just two tiny rust marks. All panels fit lovely, the sills, seams and all four arches near perfect! Extremely good brightwork overall better than average. 2015 Brand New windscreen also Stainless Steel Sports Exhaust System, front vented disc brakes
Interior
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Remarks
Full Biscuit interior which includes full Biscuit leather seats, door cards and MGOC Spares Ultimate Range Carpet set including full boot carpet set.
Engine
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Remarks
Extremely clean engine bay, painted areas have been regularly cleaned and polished. Engine is very strong, good oil pressure, runs smooth and quiet. Recent spark plugs, starts on the button High Torque Starter motor fitted. Alloy radiator and additional high speed cooling fan. Genuine SU Chrome Air filters, upgraded heater.
Transmission
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Excellent transmission, smooth fluid gear changes and working overdrive
Running Gear
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Remarks
Power Steering hydraulic MGOC Excellent suspension, full front MGOC EVOLUTION 3 suspension as new, rear suspension SPAX Krypton Gas adjustable dampers with new leaf springs the ride is excellent
Electrics
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Major:
Remarks
Lots of MGOC Workshop upgrades which include all lights are bright LED’s the wiring is neat and tidy. The headlights are Quadoptic much improved for safety. Includes high level brake light, all of these can be removed and replaced with original if required.
Vehicle History
Remarks
A much loved MGB thousands spent over the years it has ventured on many European Classic Car Rallies. Thoroughly enjoyed and driven there is a comprehensive history file a lot of the more recent work completed by MGOC in Cambridge. Fascinating it started life in St Heliers Jersey a very special B for each owner returning to the UK in 1989 to the Posh of London, later to Scotland and more recently Cambridge. The owner in 2007 a Doctor took a no expense spared restoration which included painting the B in Oxford Blue ‘formerly Teal’ Complimentary full Biscuit and Walnut interior a lovely combination. Expensive and fabulous upgrades such as Hydraulic Power Steering, EVOLUTION 3 front suspension, Parabolic rear SPAX Krypton suspension, improved heater, HIGH TORQUE Starter Motor, Alloy radiator. And much more. A true British Sports Car beautiful colour combination Oxford Blue, Biscuit and Walnut interior, oodles of alloy. Stainless Steel Sports Exhaust sounds lovely, a throaty barble. Not concourse but extremely nice and useable.
Restoration Notes
Full restoration completed in 2008 including full repaint in Oxford Blue, engine and gearbox rebuild too
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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