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1972 MG MGB Roadster

£6,890

Long Ownership | ~£10K Spent Since 2003 | Smart Presentation

  • Mileage~17,793 on clock
  • TransmissionManual
  • Engine1.8L
  • LocationFarnham

£6,890

1972 MG MGB Roadster

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Introduction

Darren Rungasamy
Automotive Editor, Photographer and Consigner

The MGB offers a classic sporting character with everyday usability.

As familiar as a cup of tea or mowing the lawn, the MGB is very much part of the British landscape, but this common appeal shouldn’t put people off the charms of one of the best loved open-topped sports cars in the UK. Aside from being a stylish design and exciting drive, the familiar mechanics, exemplary parts availability and usability of the MGB have made it a classic car icon accessible to everyone. The design originates from 1962 and around half a million found homes over its 18-year reign. Even when BL decided to axe the car, it remained an engaging experience and never properly replaced. Earlier chrome bumpers models, with the lower suspension and a tasteful interior, are the ones to go for. This 1972 MK2 Roadster, hits the sweet spot with its overdrive transmission, high-seat headrests and crackle-paint facia.

Finished in red with a black interior, this car comes with its original service "passport book" and a documented bare metal respray in 2003, with invoices documenting over £10K’s worth of maintenance and upkeep since then. It was last serviced around ~1,400 miles ago and has lived a charmed life. It is MOT and Road-tax exempt and comes with two sets of keys.

This listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting David the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

EXTERIOR VIDEO
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Exterior

Well presented and solid, it has been well cared for since its restoration.

Wheels and Tyres

This MG is fitted with Rostyle steel wheels, they’re all in good condition with mild signs of age as pictured.

The car has a Marshal and three Firestone tyres. They are over 15 years old but all are in good shape with decent tread remaining.

Bodywork

Both passenger doors open and close without effort and no suggestions of sagging. The panel's shut lines are good, with a flush fit. Under-paint blemishes are merging on the tops of the front wing where they meet the scuttle panel. Some other imperfections were noted on the nose of the front wings. Otherwise, the car does present well and is free of dents or blemishes on the rest of the panels.

The floor pan is solid with light surface corrosion noted in places, mostly confined to the sills/outer edges where it meets the bodywork. The wheel wells are good and like the floor have been treated with inhibitor. The lowest section of the rear valance shows corrosion around the exhaust aperture. The engine bay and boot floor are in good shape.

We've highlighted in more detail our observations through our high-resolution images and videos, so please take time to look through all the media files for a detailed view of what’s on offer, and for you to assess the condition of the car for yourselves.

Paint

The red paint finish has been well applied, it received a bare metal respray around ~20 years ago. The paint has lasted well, retaining a healthy lustre and nothing more than a few minor paint reactions under the headlamps and light wear on the lower front valance. The paint is consistent in hue and is free of significant road wear, with no evidence of outdoor element build-up.

The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there for yourselves. So please take the time to fully assess these high-resolution images and videos of the car, for you to make up your own minds about the condition of the paint.

Glass and Trim

The glass is all decent, with no issues in terms of the rubber seals. The lights and lenses are free of damage too.

The hood is in good shape, it lowers and raises without any issues and provides a good tight fit. There is also a tonneau cover, which has a few tape repairs but is otherwise perfectly useable. The chrome trim is in good shape and well-mounted to the body.

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INTERIOR VIDEO
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Interior

The interior is in excellent shape, especially the seats, a classic red over black car.

Seats and Carpets

The seats are decent, with just mild wear on the red piping on the driver seat.

The cabin carpets are in good shape showing no signs of dampness.

Dashboard

The dashboard and centre console presentation is positive, with nothing of note to mark it down.

The facia padding and crackle-paint finish look good with decent gauges and switches. All are said to function as they should. The door cards are tidy as pictured.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

The steering wheel appears to be its original item and shows mild wear/fading to the colour in line with a car of this age.

The gear lever is in good condition with an intact gaiter.

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'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO
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Mechanics

The sturdy B-Series engine has been well maintained over the years, with plenty of attention to the brakes and suspension too.

Engine and Gearbox

The car started up with no hesitation, firing up with an even idle, with no splutters or unwanted noises. As the engine warmed up there was no unwanted exhaust smoke. On tick-over the engine is rattle-free and there were no observations of any fluid leaks.

The car has an Osseli Tuned engine tag plate suggesting that it has seen some form of attention by them to the engine. The plate reads 1950cc which may allude to its engine capacity but David can’t confirm this. There is also an invoice from Oselli but as it is related to a different registration we can’t be sure of its relevance. The engine shows evidence of regular maintenance.

The gear change was demonstrated to operate well, shifting up and down smoothly and no reported issues with the clutch. The car is fitted with overdrive, which wasn’t tested but David assures us it works perfectly.

Suspension and Brakes

The suspension components show mild signs of age, but the car drives and handles without any problems noted.

The car brakes well with no vibrations or pulling to the side, confirmed by new parts in recent years.

The Drive

The MGB has a reputation for good stability and road holding, with these traits still standing out in this well-maintained example. The engine pulls strongly and that B-Series tone fed through twin SU’s and low-down seating highlights the car's eternal appeal. It rides well for what is a 1960s design, with decent absorption and no knocks or thuds from the wheels.

This MG also corners well, with the steering appearing to be smooth and accurate as we increased speed. David has not reported any issues in terms of the car's oil pressure and the engine temperature, despite the hot day, remained constant.

Electrics and Other

The car has been fitted with a JVC CD/FM player, with rear-mounted speakers.

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History and Paperwork

Since its bare metal spray in 2003, over ~£10,000 has been spent on maintenance and renovation.

First registered by Lookers of Swinton, Manchester in January 1972, the car retains its original issue service book, with service stamps up to 1974. It recieved a bare metal respray in 2003, followed by an extensive array of MOT certificates, invoices for parts and maintenance from the same garage since then.

Before David obtained the car in 2011, it was owned by a lady owner who spent over £7,500 on getting the car up to scratch after its body restoration. This included an further partial restoration in 2009, heater box rebuild and work to the suspension and brakes. David has spent an additional £2,800 on the car which includes a suspension and brake strip down, minor welding, servicing and maintenance.

The car was last serviced around ~1,400 miles ago and is Road Tax and MOT exempt. It comes with two sets of keys and has been stored in a garage since 2011.

We’ve done all our usual seller checks including photo ID, V5 and also actioned an HPI check on the vehicle.

We've summarised our own view on the car based on information gained from the seller in the listing above, however, as you can see, we go to great lengths to photograph and video the car in hi-resolution detail - this has been done for you to make your own assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So please sit back, have a cuppa and take your time to review everything on this listing in order to make your own assessment of the vehicle's condition. Viewings are also welcomed with all our listings, so please get in touch with us to arrange a suitable time - we just need to speak to you first and receive a valid photo ID before confirming.

If there's anything you're unsure about, no matter how small, then please first ask the owner in the comments area below before placing your bids, as bids can't be retracted and form a binding contract if you win the car - just like a traditional auction house.

Service History
Date Type Mileage
06-02-2020 MOT 17,378
05-02-2019 MOT 17,097
05-02-2018 MOT 16,853
02-02-2017 MOT 16,676
29-01-2016 MOT 16,491
04-02-2015 MOT 16,437
14-02-2014 MOT 16,366
14-02-2014 Suspension and Brake strip-down 16,360
14-02-2014 Full Service 16,360
13-02-2013 MOT 16,154
26-01-2012 MOT 16,046
14-02-2011 MOT 15,456
28-01-2010 MOT 13,921
05-08-2009 Heater box rebuild 13,001
28-01-2009 MOT 11,050
10-02-2009 Partial body restoration 11,044
19-06-2008 Calipers/pads 10,292
19-12-2007 MOT 9,783
17-12-2007 Full Service 9,783
15-12-2006 MOT 7,193
15-12-2006 Full Service 7,192
15-12-2006 Rear dampers 7,192
20-07-2006 Peco Exhaust System and Manifold 5,540
05-07-2006 Front discs/pads/caliper 5,037
14-11-2005 MOT 2,392
23-06-2005 Repalcement speedo 96,093
12-11-1974 42,000 miles Service 42,491
03-07-1974 39,000 miles Service 39,192
21-06-1974 Clutch 39,100
26-04-1974 36,000 miles Service 37,009
16-01-1974 33,000 miles Service 33,666
27-10-1973 30,000 miles Service 31,500
27,000 miles Service 26,900
17-05-1973 24,000 miles Service 24,723
05-01-1972 (Wrong Year Written) 18,000 miles Service 17,748
13-09-1972 12,000 miles Service 13,703
13-07-1972 9,000 miles Service 9,431
22-05-1972 6,000 miles Service 6,004
06-04-1972 3,000 miles Service 2,826
08-02-1972 1,000 miles Service 1,242
13-01.1972 PDI
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Key Details
  • ModelMGB Roadster
  • Transmission4-Speed Manual with Overdrive
  • Reg. Date12-01-1972
  • CC1798
  • Mileage17,793
  • HistoryEarly and recent
  • ColourRed
  • Interior ColourBlack
  • Interior TrimVinyl
  • Chassis #GHN5262617G
  • Engine #18U582M13929
  • Last Service14-02-2014
  • RestoredYes in 2003
  • MOT ExemptYes
  • Road Tax ExemptYes
  • Former Keepers6
  • Tyre BrandFirestone/Marshal
  • Tyre Age2004
  • # of Keys2
  • LHD or RHDRHD
  • VisitedYes
  • Sale TypePrivate
  • Owned~13 Years
  • Key Feature£10K's worth of invoices
  • Auction ID1978
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