1971 MG B Roadster

Lot Number: 249

1971 MG B Roadster

A well presented 1971 MG B Roadster in a classic colour combination.
 
 
 
 

  • Sold for an undisclosed sum.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 22nd – Sunday 23rd at 12:00:00 GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Flame Red

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    SWL 472J

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    11680 Miles

SUMMARY

A well presented 1971 MG B Roadster in a classic colour combination.
 
 
 
 

DESCRIPTION

  • Finished in Flame Red with a black leather interior, black hood and Rostyle wheels
  • The subject of a Heritage Shell nut and bolt rebuild during the 1990s and presenting well today as testament to the quality of work carried out at the time
  • The engine bay has benefitted from a thorough detailing to really enhance this very usable 'B' roadster
  • Supplied with two A4 binders of history, bills and some 80-plus images of the rebuild

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
249
Make
MG
Model
B ROADSTER
Registration Number
SWL 472J
MOT Expiry
07/06/2025
Chassis Number
GHNS247479
Engine Number
25977
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Flame Red

GALLERY

SPECIALIST

Consignor

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SCORE:

111 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Small dent/mark on bootlid

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

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Bearings:

Brakes:

Wheels & Tyres:

Electrics


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Vehicle History

Remarks

Two folders of history


Restoration Notes

Restored in the 90s with a heritage shell.

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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