1974 MG MGB Roadster - £8,995

With just 8 former keepers, the last for over 10 years, this delightful example has clearly been looked after having been subject to a light restoration in 2012 and remaining in good condition throughout.

In a sought after colour combination of British Racing Green with black trim and fitted with wire wheels and overdrive, this excellent value example is an ideal entry into classic car ownership with zero cost road tax, MoT exemption and low cost classic car insurance.

We've known the car since 2014 and have history of the work carried out including routine servicing and more recently reconditioned carburettors, brake overhaul and light recommissioning due to inactivity - hence the sale.

The car performed very well on test and proved to be a most enjoyable drive.

The MGB was conceived as early as 1958 as a replacement for the highly successful MGA and this was before the last of the MGA model range, the MGA 1600, was put into production. There was a design project code-named EX214 based on an MGA chassis which had quite stunning lines, with the body being produced by the Italian coachbuilders Frua. The overall appearance of this project was quite pleasing and was only marred by the somewhat aggressive front end. This prototype unfortunately never went into production but was the only one produced before the classic MGB shape that was to appear in 1962.

The last MGB convertible rolled off the production line at the Abingdon factory on the 22nd of October 1980 and it ended an era of sports car motoring, not only of the MGB but also of MG sports cars in general. The first MGB to come off the line at Abingdon left the factory in June 1962 and although launched in 1962, continued in production in similar form, right the way through to the end of its production. During this span of 18 years continuous production, the basic body shape remained the same, apart from the later models sporting impact resistant black bumpers front and rear from 1975 onwards.

There were obvious mechanical and cosmetic improvements made to the MGB during its life but the same driving experience is shared across the range with each owner having their preferences, some preferring the simplicity and pure form of the earlier cars and those who love the practicality and enhanced safety features of the later cars.

With so much choice available, these enduring classics are our best seller and have been for many years and with unrivalled spares back up, make a wise choice of classic British Sports Car.

Offered for sale on behalf of our customer and therefore sold without warranty.

Available for viewing in our dry, well lit sales barn, by appointment please as not all vehicles are kept on site.

Excellent appearance with a good stance and no obvious issues.

Benefitting from a recent refresh, the car is 'on the button' and bowls along nicely with strong performance and good levels of response from the controls, no untoward knocks or bangs inspired confidence.

The overall appearance is impressive with clean bodywork, good paint and a decent hood, it sits well on its' wire wheels, all of the chrome is good.

The car has been retrimmed at some point in the past with improved seat covers and replacement carpets, generally good throughout.

Apart from our accurate and reliable description of this car we believe you will not find a better bunch of chaps to deal with; we know our MGs inside out, we won’t flannel you with sales speak and we aim to provide you with a car that you will be bringing back in a year’s time when the next service and MOT is due, no sooner! However, if you do have a problem we will stand by our car and help you in every way possible. We like to think that 38 years in this business counts for something.

 We are in the quiet Berkshire countryside but close to the M4 and Mortimer Railway Station. Our local pub, the Elm Tree is just a few minutes’ walk away and serves fantastic food and proper beers. Call us to arrange a viewing and a test-drive and come and make a day of it.