1973 MG MGB

1973 Navy Blue Metalic/Brown MGB 1.8 liter In-Line 4 cylinder with 4 speed

This 1973 MGB Roadster is powered by a 1.8-liter inline-four paired with a four-speed manual transmission. Work prior to the seller's 2020 acquisition involved refinishing the car in metallic navy blue and refreshing the brown interior. Equipment includes a tan soft top, a body-colored hardtop, 14″ wire wheels with knock-off hubs in addition to a luggage rack, door-mounted mirrors, and a heater. The car was refinished in its current shade of metallic navy blue in 2007 following the replacement of the floor pans and repairs made with lead body filler. The car is equipped with a tan soft top, a body-colored removable hardtop, a trunk-mounted luggage rack, door-mounted mirrors, tonneau cover, and chrome-finished bumpers. Chrome-finished 14″ wire wheels and replacement hubs were installed in 2010 along with 185/70 Sumitomo HTR T4 tires. A spare wheel and tire are located in the trunk. Braking is provided by power-assisted front discs and rear drums. The interior has bucket seats upholstered in brown leather. Interior includes a center console with storage under the armrest, a locking glove box and a passenger-side map pocket. The steering wheel wears an aftermarket wrap and has Smiths instrumentation including a 120-mph speedometer, tachometer, gauges displaying oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level. The 1.8-liter inline-four was factory equipped with twin SU carburetors. Work completed in 2010 reportedly involved refreshing the engine, replacing the radiator, installing a stainless-steel exhaust and a 12-volt electrical system. Power is routed to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission that was rebuilt in 2010 along with the clutch. Its shows 26,591 on the 5-digit odometer at this time. The total miles are unknown.

Key details
Exterior: Navy Blue Metalic
Interior: Brown Leather
Transmission: 4 Speed Manual
VIN / chassis: GHN5UD303314G

Offered by Paramount Classic Cars & Trucks, 3030 Falling Creek Rd, Hickory, NC 28601. Taxes, title and fees not included.

Photos courtesy of Paramount Classic Cars.