Registration - JKA 467L

Chassis No. - GHN5-293363G

M.O.T. - Exempt

Odometer - 91,238

The most recent keeper of ‘JKA 467L’ retained the car for no less than 26 years, during which time it was restored to a high level and treated to a number of desirable upgrades. These include: electronic ignition, unleaded cylinder head, uprated suspension, stainless steel exhaust system, cross drilled brake discs, Kenlowe electric fan, oil cooler, aftermarket alloy wheels shod with Goodyear tyres, and a walnut facia. The odometer currently reads a very credible 91,238 miles from new, which equates to under 2,000 per annum over the car’s 49-year life to date. This MKIII MGB’s gleaming Tartan Red bodywork is paired with a very tidy black leather interior. The vendor presently views the upholstery as ‘excellent’ and the B Series engine, four-speed manual transmission, roadster bodywork and paintwork as ‘good’. A well-presented example of Britain’s favourite classic sports car.

The MKII MGB of 1967 brought an updated manual gearbox with revised ratios and synchromesh on all gears, as well as the option of a Borg Warner automatic unit. Other changes included a revised rear axle and a switch from dynamos to alternators. In 1969, Rostyle wheels replaced the previous pressed steel version for standard fit. With the MKIII derivative of 1972 came a new facia and improved heater. However, the biggest visual change in the car’s history occurred two years later when steel reinforced rubber bumpers replaced the chrome ones and the ride height was raised by one inch. By the time roadster manufacture ceased in 1980, a total of 399,070 are said to have been made, a large proportion of which are still providing good service today.

In summary:

• A well-presented example of Britain’s favourite classic sports car
• The subject of an earlier restoration
• Comes complete with a number of upgrades