1980 Mgb Limited Edition - Great Runner & Driver; Ready To Go Anywhere !! on 2040-cars

1980 MGB

Limited Edition

71,700 Actual Miles

Only 2 Owners from New

VIN: GVVDJ2AG508072

Remember how much you cared for your first real girlfriend back in junior high?  When I was in the ninth grade, mine had the coolest Dad in the whole world!  He worked as a regional rep for British Leyland and they had an MGB much like this car.  He even let me drive it around the block once alone – something my father wouldn’t EVER let a 14 year-old get away with!  Over the years I’ve owned many vintage British droptops and this is one of the nicest finds to come my way in a long time.

The Limited Edition (LE) MGB was produced in model years 1979 and 1980 to highlight the last cars coming from the storied MG Abingdon-on-Thames plant before it was shuttered at the end of that year.  The final batch of MGB LE models all came in black with black interiors.  Each had the front chin spoiler, a chrome rear luggage rack, unique cast alloy wheels, silver lower body stripes with the british flag emblem and a dash plaque announcing the LE designation.

This car came to market here in Seattle recently from the family of only the second owner.  He’d reached a point several years ago where he could no longer drive and had turned his affairs over to his daughter’s family.  I was pleasantly surprised with what I found after meeting with the son-in-law for an initial viewing.  You’re welcome to contact me with questions or to discuss a sale before the end of the Ebay listing.  My name is Mark Thompson and I can be reached at 206/914-1173.


CONDITION:

Most MGB’s came with cheap rubber floor mats when new and I’m very glad the interior’s been upgraded with black cut-pile fitted carpet throughout.  Your bum will be comfortable for hours on these firm bucket seats with their original upholstery still in excellent condition.  As pictured, the door panels are also original and well above average.

All the glass is fine including both doors.  The original exterior trim is good.  A new Robbins factory-style soft top (with zip-down rear window) was fitted last week.  All four factory wheels are wrapped with 185/70R14 radials with at least 80-90% plus remaining tread.  They hold air well, but are old and have some sidewall cracks.  Though not pictured, the LE alloy spare tire is now mounted in the trunk and I’ll also be sure the original factory jack and tonneau bows are packed there as well when the car ships out.

Rust is always the first think I’m asked about.  Here in the Pacific Northwest we do get a bit of rain, but no snow so our roads aren’t salted during the winter.  Most vehicles that are native to Western Washington (and that have been garaged) will never have more than a little surface rust on underside parts.  Climb over, under and around this MG and I know you’ll come up smiling!  Though I’m not an expert, it appears this rig still wears its factory paint with only some brush touch-up here and there on chips & edges.  The lower panel stripes are also original.

Our mechanic went over the car in June when it first arrived at my warehouse.  A general tune-up was done and he also rebuilt the single Zenith-Stromberg carburetor.  Look at my photo of the dash gauges.  They’re still as clear and bright as the day this rig left the factory back in February, 1980.  The picture was taken with the car at idle showing just under 1,000 RPM, great oil pressure, and even a working, original clock!   The four-speed full synchro transmission shifts smoothly, just like it should, with NO clutch binding or slippage. This car has good speed, power and steering.  It feels tight on the road!  A 1980’s cassette stereo has been dash-mounted in the usual spot but doesn’t seem to power up (I’m guessing it would quickly be replaced with a modern tune player anyway).  The only other negative I've encountered is a faulty temp. gauge.  It most likely needs a sender unit as the needle moves, but doesn't read accurately.  Alpine speakers are firmly mounted & wired in each door and should give years of future use.  My pics show a rubber floor mat on the driver’s side, but I only placed it there to keep the interior clean and will be keeping it for an older car.  The carpet beneath is in the same good condition as the passenger side shown.

BID WITH CONFIDENCE and know that you are purchasing a nice vehicle from a respected Ebay Seller.  My main goal is be sure you’re happy with your purchase - and your dealings with me!  Because of the amount of money involved in buying a vehicle, I require that Ebay members with a feedback history of five or fewer transactions call or email before placing a bid.  If we don’t have this initial contact, your bid may be cancelled.  The phone number to talk directly to me, as outlined above, is 206/914-1173.  Please feel free to call any time during the auction.  My name is MARK THOMPSON. 

A Few Additional Terms and Conditions:

Please check the photos over closely and call with any questions BEFORE you place a bid!  You’re encouraged to inspect the vehicle, so make an appointment or send your representative early to be sure you don't miss this one. We reserve the right to cancel your bid if you have any negative feedback.  DEALERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME TO BID AS WELL!  A nonrefundable $500 deposit is due within 48 hours of the auction’s end.  The balance is due by cash or certified funds within seven days unless prior arrangements have been made with me.   Please remember you are bidding to buy and I fully expect the winning bidder to fulfill their Ebay contract!  You’re not bidding to hold, inspect or then come test-drive the MGB later as you’re more than welcome to do this before the auction ends.  I will be forwarding the buyer a free and clear Washington State Title.  There are NO brands here for things like salvage history, rebuilt title, theft recovery, flood damage or any other nasty negatives to cause you concern!

I ship vehicles regularly and suggest that you get a transport bid from the service most of our buyer’s use (and that Ebay endorses): Dependable Auto Shippers (DAS).  Call them tool-free at (800) 830-1787.  Give the sales rep my affiliate number (2362642) so they can pull up all of my location info for an accurate quote.

Alternatively, you might also try the U-Ship website.  Transporters will bid delivery of the vehicle and you'll be able to choose who you want to use.  The zip code for pick-up would be 98002 (Auburn, Washington) to get an instant on-line quote. The shipping of the vehicle and company chosen are the responsibility of the BUYER.  The car can be stored free of charge at my warehouse location for up to two weeks after the auction ends assuming full payment has been received.  I’ll begin charging storage at $20 per day thereafter.

Note: One of the valiant guardians of the MG universe has let me know my claim of this being one of the last 500 LE models is wrong.  Not that it makes any difference to anyone, but our roadster is still one of the final 2.8% of all MGB's produced from 1962 through 1980.