1979 MG MGB Convertible

59,833 accurate miles

Exterior:

Very decent. Two small dents, one on the passenger-side rear quarter panel (Pictured) and one on the driver-side rear fender (Pictured.) Paint was resprayed at some point and looks fairly good, however, there is slight overspray on the front bumper (Pictured), and on the top.

Interior:

In very good original condition. Driver's seat is perfect, passenger's seat has one small tear on the left side seam (Pictured.) The dash has a dash pad on it, and the floors have MG floor mats. Absolutely ZERO rust on the floorboards, in the trunk, in the fenders, or under the doors. The passenger side carpet is starting to fade, but all of the original carpet is there. The dash and gauges are all in tact and in perfect working order.

Powertrain:

1.8L 4 cylinder engine with 2 barrel Weber carb upgrade which yields more horsepower and maintains above 30mpg. 4 speed manual transmission, non-overdrive. Engine does not need to be choked to start (although I live in Florida where it is never particularly cold) and the engine runs strong. (See the video: I start the engine 5 times in a row to prove how easy it is to start this MGB.) New oil and filter change. Transmission shifts flawlessly into all 4 gears, and the clutch functions perfectly as well. BRAND NEW exhaust from the headers back to the chrome tip, making an appropriate note for the car. Sounds better than stock.

Electrical:

If you've ever owned an MGB, you know the frustrations with the wiring and electronics going out on you. This MGB has undergone and extensive and meticulous process of ensuring EVERYTHING works, in accordance with the original wiring diagram, from the horns, to every light INCLUDING the dash illumination lights and courtesy lights in the cab and trunk. The windshield wipers work at both speeds, the lights all work, the electric fan works (with an additional electric fan controlled by a switch run to one of the blanks in the dash), everything has been fixed AND properly grounded. That being said, the AC doesn't work, however the defrost does (See video). All the parts, vents, and tubing are still mounted in the car.

Tires:

Four Pirelli P4 tires are mounted on original rims on the car, and are in very good condition with a lot of tread-life left in them. One Goodyear spare is mounted to an original rim in the trunk. The original jack is also included.

Sound System:

Two upgraded door speakers are driven by a Rockford Fosgate amplifier mounted under the driver seat. It puts out an impressive amount of sound for the small speakers and it is quality sound, being powered well within its safe function ratings. The head unit illuminates blue and has a built in cd player, as well as auxiliary port, USB port, and AM / FM radio capabilities. The amp and head unit both come on with the ignition, and they do NOT drain the battery when the car is off.

Gauges:

All the gauges work, and the stock voltage stabilizer was upgraded to a more reliable Moss Motors voltage stabilizer. All the gauges are accurate, including the gas gauge, temp gauge, and speedometer. The speedometer does bounce a little between 0 and 15mph, but completely evens out for an accurate reading above that.

Top:

The top is in good condition, with minor overspray on it as aforementioned. The frame works well, and the top has no tears or holes.

Videos:

Walkaround: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHQQldmxbbA&feature=youtu.be">Click Here</a>

Starting the MGB 5 Times: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hf9pNXXOsXA&feature=youtu.be">Click Here</a>

*** Delivery ***

I will personally deliver the car within 2 days of $400 deposit (via paypal), up to a distance of 500 miles from Gainesville, Florida to the winning bidder FOR FREE. (As long as I can get a ride to the nearest airport.) I am 100% confident that the car will make it without a single issue, and, in the event that it does have an issue, you will receive a full refund. THIS DOES NOT IMPLY OR SUGGEST ANY WARRANTY AFTER DELIVERY. Otherwise, I am offering local pickup. Remainder of sale price must be paid IN CASH upon arrival to receive title. Deposit is non-refundable.

Contact:

Feel free to contact my personal Email with any questions, comments, or for more pictures or info. I have listed this MGB appropriately, and with a modest reserve. This is an honest ad, and you simply don't find many other MGB's in this type of mechanical and functional condition. My email is: Lcherryboy911@gmail.com