Fantastic Mgb - Street, Race, Rally - Ready To Go! on 2040-cars

VIN: GHN5UB237303 Year: 1971
Interior Color: Black
Make: MG
Number of Cylinders: 4
Model: MGB
Trim: Roadster
Drive Type: Rear wheel drive
Mileage: 13,180
Exterior Color: British Racing Green
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty

Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"Minor paint defects, mechanically excellent!"

This is a very special 1971 MGB which has received many upgrades (done professionally) to render it an excellent all-round sports machine!  The improvements are as follows: 5-speed Nissan transmission, Nissan rear disc brakes, rear panhard bar, gas tube shocks, 3/4" front anti-roll bar, Fuel Safe fuel cell, integrated roll cage, Jamex bucket seats, Electromotive ignition, Accusump oil system, custom aluminum dash housing Autometer guages. Additionally, Lilves flares have been incorporated, which allow room for wheels even larger than the nice 15x6 Superlites currently fitted.

Engine:  MGB 1800cc, professionally rebuilt less than 2,000 miles ago.  Rebuild included new pistons, rings, bearings, oil pump, cam, lifters, valves, etc.  All fuel and oil hoses are steel braided.  The Weber 45 DCOE has been dyno-tuned to run perfectly with the APT V12 camshaft - accelerates smoothly from idle to 6,000rpm.  The car starts and runs perfectly; no "flat spots!"  The radiator is a recent Ron Davis aluminum model, and allows the car to operate fine even at 100+ degrees.

There is no rust or any structural damage, though the floor boards were replaced before my ownership.  The doors open and close as they should, panel alignment is good.  The paint is a gorgeous Lotus British Racing Green, which contrasts superbly with the removable factory hardtop, which is restored in Old English White.

This a great looking and driving MGB, and it is ready to be enjoyed by its next owner.  On the road, the vehicle responds as a proper sports car should; the steering is direct and communicative, the brakes are strong and sure, and the engine answers your right foot instantly with a satisfying growl! The Nissan 280Z 5-speed is a joy to operate, as the clutch is light and the shifter easy to move from gate to gate.  The overdrive makes highway cruising entirely possible, with plenty of power held in reserve thanks to the nicely-tuned motor.

The paint does have some very minor flaws, hardly noticable for anyone not entering a concours show.  All in all, it would be very difficult to find and MGB this nice, and it would be impossible to duplicate this car for double the buy-it-now price.

I have a clear California title in my name along with exhaustive records dating back to 1999, when the car received an extensive restoration.  I will accept a 10% deposit via paypal within 48 hours of the auction ending.  Full payment by Cashiers' Check or Cash must be made payable to me before the buyer can take delivery.  All transportation arrangements are the responsibility of the purchaser.