1970 MG B GT

This 1970 MGB GT (non-sunroof) is a maintained fast-road-spec classic with just 70,000 miles. Tax exempt as a historic vehicle and with an MOT till 1st June 2026, this car has been owned and meticulously cared for by an enthusiast, with 1,000s spent on upgrades to enhance both performance and reliability. Over 1,500 has been recently invested in the engine alone, including a Peter Burgess Fast Road Plus Cylinder Head, resulting in an estimated 95100whpa significant improvement over the standard 60whpmaking this MGB not only a classic but a genuinely exciting and usable car for modern traffic. The 1800cc B-Series engine is complemented by HIF4 SU carbs with K&N filters, a Brown & Gammons ultra-light flywheel, Piper HR285 camshaft, Maniflow steel inlet manifold, LCB single-box exhaust, and a modified electronic distributor. Cooling and charging are reliable thanks to a new radiator, alternator, high-torque starter motor, and manual-switch electric fan. Overdrive works perfectly in 3rd and 4th gears, and oil pressure is spot-on at 50psi cold and 35psi hot, with fuel economy surprisingly good at 25mpg in town and 40mpg on the motorway. The suspension and brakes have been carefully upgraded with lowered front springs, blue polybushed suspension throughout, GAZ 32-point adjustable rear dampers, EBC drilled and grooved discs, EBC Greenstuff pads, refurbished calipers, and new hoses. The drivetrain features a professionally rebuilt rear axle and a new propshaft for smooth, reliable performance. Additional enhancements include a MoMo Prototipo steering wheel with boss kit, Kenwood CD/USB stereo, chrome Rostyle wheels plus a spare, new chrome rear overriders, early-type Mk1 rear lights, and re-bushed and honed king pins. The interior remains largely original, clean, and comfortable, with modern stereo neatly integrated. Cosmetically, the car is very solid for its age with minor blemishes including paint blistering along the base of the windscreen and small bubbles on the rear wing seam and lower nearside door, which do not detract from the overall condition or usability. New pair of JENOX 6v type 421 batteries just installed with 2 new battery box's. Being 55 years old, this car represents exactly what you could expect from a historic vehicle of this age. It is an extremely well-sorted example, minimal work undertaken to bring it to 100% perfection. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a classic that is both exciting to drive and fundamentally sound, offering the chance to enjoy a historic motoring experience without the usual headaches of an unrestored vehicle. This MGB GT is a sorted, fast-road-spec classic that is thrilling to drive while remaining usable for daily use, B-road blasts, or classic car events. With so much recent investment and attention to detail, this is a rare opportunity to own a well-prepared, enthusiast-owned MGB GT. Serious enquiries onlyviewings welcome.