MG MGB 1.8 Roadster Dutch delivered car! Long term owners 1973
General description :
Occasionally one glance is all you need. Just like this MG B. A quick inspection of the number plate shows us this is an original supplied 1973 Dutch MG B Roadster that belonged to a lady for no less than the last 33 years. The car was bought for her and then totally restored and in the 33 subsequent years perfectly maintained, treasured and loved. That care and attention still shines through today. The bodywork is still in very good condition. The panelwork is nice and thin, correctly aligned and the brightwork is in good shape. The same counts for the British Racing Green finish, which only shows a few very minor blemishes. The interior trim and hood were also replaced at the time. The trim sports fine black carpets and black vinyl upholstery. All in all it is in an excellent state of repair and all controls and instruments look fine and are in good working order. The black hood is neat and shuts securely. For the days you can enjoy full open-top driving a tonneau cover is provided. The MG B was renowned for its road handling in the 70’s. As far as the latter is concerned it feels as if time has stood still for this Roadster. This MG B Roadster is still is able to give great enjoyment. The light-footed road manners are all still there, the 1.8 litre engine runs smoothly and the 4-speed manual gearbox still works precisely with ease. Possibly this car’s most remarkable fact is the presence of the original British-Leyland Passport in addition to the Dutch road safety rapport (Veilg Verkeer Nederland) that has been preserved in good condition. An MG B is always a thing of pleasure especially when accompanied this kind of provenance. Gallery Aaldering is Europe’s leading Classic Cars specialist since 1975! Always 400 Classic and Sportscars in stock, please visit http://www.gallery-aaldering.com for the current stock list (all offered cars are available in our showroom) and further information. We are located near the German border, 95 km from Düsseldorf and 90 km from Amsterdam. So easy traveling by plane, train, taxi and car. Transport and worldwide shipping can be arranged. No duties/import costs within Europe. We buy, sell and provide consignment sales (selling on behalf of the owner). We can arrange/provide registration/papers for our German (H-Kennzeichen, TÜV, Fahrzeugbrief, Wertgutachten usw.) and Benelux customers. Gallery Aaldering, Arnhemsestraat 47, 6971 AP Brummen, The Netherlands. Tel: 0031-575-564055. Quality, experience and transparency is what sets us apart. We look forward to welcoming you in our showroom
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1973 MG MGB 1.8 Roadster Dutch delivered car! Long term owners is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Brummen by Gallery Dealer for €19950.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : MG Model : MGB Model Version : 1.8 Roadster Dutch delivered car! Long term owners Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1973 Sub type : Convertible Location : Brummen
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About MG
The MG (Morris Garages) story is a rich tapestry that spans several decades and involves various owners and corporate entities. Here is an overview of the MG story from its inception to the challenging period under the British Leyland (BL) corporation, highlighting key models and their specifications:1. Foundation and Early Years:
Year of Establishment: 1924
Founder: Cecil Kimber
Initial Focus: Coachbuilding and customization of Morris cars.
2. MG Octagon Logo:
The iconic MG octagon logo was introduced, representing the merger of MG with Morris.
3. MG M-Type Midget (1929–1932):
Key Features:
Compact two-seater.
Powered by a 0.8L engine.
The beginning of the Midget series.
4. MG T-Series (1936–1955):
Key Models:
MG TA, TB, TC, TD, TF
Key Features:
Roadsters with classic styling.
Success in motorsports, particularly in pre and post-World War II eras.
5. Post-War Era and MG A (1955–1962):
Key Features:
Departure from traditional styling.
First MG to feature a streamlined, modern design.
Available as a roadster or coupe.
Powered by a 1.5L engine.
6. MG B (1962–1980):
Key Features:
Classic British sports car design.
Available as a roadster or GT coupe.
Produced in high numbers.
Variants included the powerful MGC.
7. MG Midget (1961–1979):
Key Features:
Compact sports car based on the Austin-Healey Sprite.
Affordable and popular.
Various iterations with engine upgrades.
8. MG C (1967–1969):
Key Features:
A more powerful version of the MGB, featuring a 2.9L inline-six engine.
Limited production.
9. BL Corporation Era (1968–1980):
Acquisition by British Leyland (BL):
MG became part of the larger British Leyland corporation.
Struggles with quality control and labor disputes.
Decline in product quality and reputation.
10. MG MGB GT V8 (1973–1976):
Key Features:
Introduction of a factory-produced MGB with a V8 engine.
Attempt to inject performance into the lineup during challenging times.
11. MG RV8 (1992–1995):
Key Features:
Limited production convertible.
Revival attempt by Rover Group (successor to BL) to rekindle the classic MG spirit.
The MG story during the British Leyland era marked a challenging period with a decline in quality and reputation. However, the brand continued to be associated with classic British sports cars.