28th Jul, 2024 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car Auction
1980 MGB GT
***NO RESERVE*** Less than 8,000 miles covered in the past 20 years
Registration - VLG 420W
Chassis No. - GVGEJ1AG517039
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 104,840
One of the last MGB GTs produced, ‘VLG 420W’ is offered at no reserve, is presented in black, and is powered by MG’s B-Series 1.8-litre straight-four engine, connected to a four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive. A late example, ‘VLG 420W’ features the rubber bumpers that were used from the mid-seventies onwards. It also includes chrome design highlights, full-length vinyl sunroof, and classic MG wheels. Inside, the seats are trimmed in stripped grey cloth front and rear, while the dashboard, carpets, and doors are black, as is the four-spoke MG steering wheel.
‘VLG 420W’ comes with a large A4 box folder of paperwork, holding bills and receipts from throughout its life. It has the original service book, including MOTs. The 2+2 coupe has covered only around 200 miles in the last two years, and shows a little over 4,800 miles on the odometer, though records show that it has been once around the five-digit clock, and has in fact more likely covered 104,840 miles. An independent engineers’ report has been commissioned, giving detailed analysis of the MGB GT’s condition, though it matches how the vendor describes ‘VLG 420W’, which is in ‘good’ condition throughout, including powertrain, interior, bodywork, paint, and electrics. They also believe it has been restored a couple of times in its lifetime, and has had an oil and filter change in the past two years, as well as brake fluid change.
- Offered at no reserve
- Late example of the ever popular MGB GT 2+2 coupe
- Cherished model with extensive paperwork
Initially, the B was only available in roadster form – the Pininfarina-penned hatchback GT derivative with 2+2 seating not being offered until October 1965. The MKII model 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. 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 plastic bumpers replaced chrome ones, and the ride height was raised by an inch. These amendments were demanded by the American market, which had accounted for much of the car’s production from day one. By the time GT production ceased, a total of 125,282 examples had been produced.
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £2,362
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - VLG 420W
Chassis No. - GVGEJ1AG517039
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 104,840
One of the last MGB GTs produced, ‘VLG 420W’ is offered at no reserve, is presented in black, and is powered by MG’s B-Series 1.8-litre straight-four engine, connected to a four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive. A late example, ‘VLG 420W’ features the rubber bumpers that were used from the mid-seventies onwards. It also includes chrome design highlights, full-length vinyl sunroof, and classic MG wheels. Inside, the seats are trimmed in stripped grey cloth front and rear, while the dashboard, carpets, and doors are black, as is the four-spoke MG steering wheel.
‘VLG 420W’ comes with a large A4 box folder of paperwork, holding bills and receipts from throughout its life. It has the original service book, including MOTs. The 2+2 coupe has covered only around 200 miles in the last two years, and shows a little over 4,800 miles on the odometer, though records show that it has been once around the five-digit clock, and has in fact more likely covered 104,840 miles. An independent engineers’ report has been commissioned, giving detailed analysis of the MGB GT’s condition, though it matches how the vendor describes ‘VLG 420W’, which is in ‘good’ condition throughout, including powertrain, interior, bodywork, paint, and electrics. They also believe it has been restored a couple of times in its lifetime, and has had an oil and filter change in the past two years, as well as brake fluid change.
- Offered at no reserve
- Late example of the ever popular MGB GT 2+2 coupe
- Cherished model with extensive paperwork
Initially, the B was only available in roadster form – the Pininfarina-penned hatchback GT derivative with 2+2 seating not being offered until October 1965. The MKII model 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. 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 plastic bumpers replaced chrome ones, and the ride height was raised by an inch. These amendments were demanded by the American market, which had accounted for much of the car’s production from day one. By the time GT production ceased, a total of 125,282 examples had been produced.
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car Auction, 28th Jul, 2024
This auction of classic, performance and supercars took place on the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup weekend.
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