1971 MG B
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Year of manufacture1971
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Mileage93 600 mi / 150 635 km
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Car typeOther
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Country VATGB
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Chassis numberGHNS/245322G
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Engine number18GBRUH85946
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Lot number9
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DriveRHD
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ConditionUsed
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Number of doors2
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Number of seats2
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Location
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Exterior colourOther
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GearboxManual
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Drivetrain2wd
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Fuel typePetrol
Description
- Comprehensive restoration in 2004
- Part of private collection and in wonderful condition
- Recommissioned following purchase in 2015, MoT to October 2017
Initially, the B was only available in Roadster form and at launch, the model was powered by a three-bearing version of the 1798cc B-Series engine that produced 95bhp at 5,400rpm. However, with an eye on superior reliability, this unit was replaced by a five-bearing one two years into production. The MKII version of the venerable MGB was introduced in 1967 and brought an updated manual gearbox, the option of a Borg Warner automatic unit, revised rear axle, and switch from dynamos to alternators.
This lovely example was subject to a comprehensive restoration in 2004 before forming part of a private collection and subsequently being acquired by the vendor and added to his own collection in 2015. More recently recommissioned, this most attractive MG B is described as being in "superb" condition with a "fabulous" black interior and hood and "excellent" engine. The white bodywork also presents to a high standard. Carrying an MoT to October 2017 and showing c.93,600 miles on its odometer, OSB 121K has recently led a pampered existence and would be a delight to enjoy on a summer's day or a potential winner on the show circuit.