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- 1967 MG B V8 Roadster
1967 MG B V8 Roadster
Lot Number: 787
1967 MG B V8 Roadster
Lovely mid-sixties roadster professionally restored some time ago and fitted with a 3.5-litre V8, 5-speed gearbox and appropriate driveline.
- Sold for: £28,688
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 24th September, 2022 at 11.00am BST at
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DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
JKV 70E -
ODOMETER READING
67917 Miles
SUMMARY
Lovely mid-sixties roadster professionally restored some time ago and fitted with a 3.5-litre V8, 5-speed gearbox and appropriate driveline.
DESCRIPTION
- Genuine UK right-hand drive car first registered on 16/06/1967 and treated to a very thoughtful and expensive restoration
- Completed the late 1980s, the rebuild included various body panels, sills, wings and new doors, painted in Tartan Red inside and out
- The 3.5-litre, V8 petrol engine is the correct option with twin carbs and engineered to fit under the original standard bonnet. It was completely rebuilt at the time of the conversion. Lighter than the standard 1800 cast iron B-Series engine
- Fitted with a 5-speed gearbox and the correct MG B V8 stainless steel exhaust system
- Professionally rewired, upgraded brakes, excellent black mohair soft top
- Comprehensive history file which warrants the various work, parts and maintenance over the years and helps support the indicated mileage of 67,898. MOT valid until August 2023
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 787
- Make
- MG
- Model
- MGB V8 ROADSTER
- Registration Number
- JKV 70E
- MOT Expiry
- 17/08/2023
- Chassis Number
- GHNB124049
- Engine Number
- 11A62550
- Transmission
- Manual
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
112 / 135
Exterior
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Extremely presentable, although an older restoration the paintwork is evenly matched all over, it is very bright and shiny with virtually no rust bubbles or signs of body filler. The panels are very straight and true, very few marks the worst a tiny mark on the boot lid which has been touched in. Being critical the paintwork would benefit from a detailed cut and polish certainly no painting required. The brightwork is all good and does not require any attention. The folding roof is a mohair soft top black with red piping and is as new.
Interior
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The interior is very clean and presentable, seats and dash top black leather with red piping with a complimenting mohair soft top. The dashboard was removed some years ago as part of the restoration and professionally restored correctly painted with the factory finish wrinkle paint and is as new. The seats show use certainly no rips or tears simply wrinkles as leather does. The seats have headrests to add to the comfort of driving, can easily be changed to the correct period seats if desired. Overall it is absolutely fine and a comfortable place to be.
Engine
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The V8 3.5 petrol engine is the correct option with twin carbs and engineered to fit under the original standard bonnet a very nice touch. The engine was completely rebuilt at the time of the restoration and conversion. Strong engine, sounds extremely sweet high torque and plenty of power, lighter than the original 1800 cast iron series B engine. Fitted with correct MGB V8 stainless steel complete exhaust system sounds amazing.
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Five speed gearbox fitted, all the gears select perfectas they should. The gearbox has a whine which is not so noticeable when driving with the roof down It was the best option at the time, today however there are better options such as Mazda MX5. It works fine and is very engaging too.
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Remarks
Drives extremely well, a real joy there are no dreadful knocks, bangs or creaks! The MGB feels really well balanced, handles nice and stops in a straight line sharply if required. The steering is light and positive, points where it should. The clutch pedal is nice and light to with plenty of feel to the bite.
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The electric wiring was done professionally at the time, it is very neat and certainly not a messy abundance of wires. It is very basic which is a huge plus as there is no ecu or complicated electrics to go wrong.
Vehicle History
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Given the age of the MGB she certainly gets noticed as an extremely nice example. There is a comprehensive history file showing the work and maintenance it has had over the years, you can clearly see the motor car has been much loved, enjoyed and pampered. (It’s special) lots of previous mots and older registration documents too. First registered 16th June 1967 an early U.K. MGB chassis GHN3 the mileage today is 67,898 miles past mots substantiated approximately 700 miles per year on average quite possibly genuine given the nice condition.
Restoration Notes
Genuine U.K. low mileage original 1967 MGB Roadster first registered 16th June 1967 treated to a very thoughtful and expensive restoration throughout, completed late 1980’s and tastefully professionally converted to a 3.5 V8 petrol and married with a five speed gearbox and suitable driveline. Restoration included various body panels, sills, wings and new doors, painted in Tartan Red inside and out! The brakes were upgraded and the engine was rebuilt before fitting, a no expense approach taken to the restoration and the conversion you would think it was factory. There is a comprehensive history file which warrants the various work, parts and maintenance over the years.
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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