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- The Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show Sale 2023
- 1975 MG B GT Jubilee
1975 MG B GT Jubilee
Lot Number: 126
1975 MG B GT Jubilee
An exceptional example of a rare model that has patently been very well looked after all its days.
- Sold for: £7,333
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 25th March, 2023 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
BR Green/Gold -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
JNJ 180N -
ODOMETER READING
74981 Miles
SUMMARY
An exceptional example of a rare model that has patently been very well looked after all its days.
DESCRIPTION
- To mark the 50th Anniversary of MG Cars in 1974, British Leyland announced the production of a limited-edition of 750 MG B GT Jubilee models
- Distinguished by British Racing Green paintwork with gold stripes incorporating the Jubilee logo. Other badges on the car were gold rather than silver, and the alloy wheels had gold detailing
- Features included an overdrive gearbox, carpets instead of rubber mats, black cloth seats with headrests, a V8-style steering wheel and tinted glass
- This is car Number #264 and it has covered just 74,981 miles in the hands of our vendor and two former registered keepers
- Purchased new in 1975 by a collector who purchased two Jubilees, one to use and the other to mothball. Subsequently sold to its second owner in 1979 who loved and cared for it for 44 years. Maintained mainly by just two garages and every invoice and receipt is chronologically recorded in the history file
- Always garaged, cleaned, polished and covered. Excellent bodywork and paintwork, very few marks. Beautiful brightwork, really clear and clean glass. Alloy wheels are very clean
- Incredibly still has its yellow crayon markings on the inner front wing and under the bonnet from the production line in 1975
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 126
- Make
- MG
- Model
- MGB GT JUBILEE
- Registration Number
- JNJ 180N
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- GHD5377425G
- Engine Number
- -5167
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- BR Green/Gold
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
107 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
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Remarks
Excellent bodywork polished paintwork, very few marks. Beautiful brightwork, really clear and clean glass. Alloy wheels are very clean. All lights are in good order and great condition. The MGB GT Jubilee incredibly still has its yellow crayon markings on the inner front wing and under the bonnet these were put on the vehicle on the production line when built in 1975 I have highlighted these in the pictures.
Interior
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Extremely clean and cared for. The carpets are as new having overmats fitted even two boot carpets. All chrome is excellent and all clocks and dials are in excellent condition. Headlining is original and very clean. There are no tears or rips anywhere.
Engine
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Extremely good condition, very presentable and importantly it’s smooth running, very crisp regularly serviced and maintained. Fantastic oil pressure and does not overheat.
Transmission
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Remarks
All gears select precisely, smooth and certainly no uninvited noises. Factory fitted and fully working overdrive which is selected on the indicator stalk as the V8 models.
Running Gear
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Remarks
Excellent all round, it’s an absolute pleasure to drive, the engine is sweet and pulls strongly, gear changes are smooth and precise. Handling is simply great, the steering is positive. The brakes are in good order, stops as it should with balanced and even braking.
Electrics
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Remarks
All electrics have had regular maintenance over the last forty four years. Every effort and care has been made to keep and follow the same as factory. The wiring is very tidy everything works as it should.
Vehicle History
Remarks
MGB GT Jubilee Car No: 264 known to the MG Owners Club and to Gold Stripe the unique Jubilee register and club. In 1975 British Leyland decreed it was the 50th Anniversary of MG and decided to create a special limited edition MGB. Purchased brand new in 1975 by a collector who purchased two MGB GT Jubilee’s One to use and the other to mothball. Then sold to a lady the 2nd owner in 1979 who has loved and cared for it for forty four years. It has been maintained mainly by just two respected garages and every invoice and receipt is chronologically recorded in the history file. Always garaged, cleaned, polished and covered.
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
TBC
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