1974 MGB Roadster ***Very Original~Matching Numbers~CA Car***

1974 MG MGB Description

For your consideration, we have a 1974 matching numbers, unmolested, MGB Roadster still in its original harvest gold paint. A California car with what I believe to be original mileage. Purchased by the current owner from Long Beach, CA back in 1997, this MGB has sat covered, sparingly driven, in a California driveway for the past 20 years.

The exterior as mentioned above, is original Harvest gold in color, and in very nice condition considering its age. There are some blemishes and sun damage to the paint where the car cover left a few areas more exposed than others. There is also a small pinhole of surface rust on the hood where the paint has bubbled up (see picture). The chrome trim set is complete, unmangled and has good shine to it. The fit and gap all around is excellent. The doors all open and shut very nicely and the glass is clear and uncracked. The seals are old and cracking and could definitely be replaced for better curb appeal, and the chrome bumpers could also benefit from being rechromed. The underside of the car is clean and rust free as it is a true CA car. This B sits on four good tires with MG crested caps and chrome trim rings.

The interior is autumn leaf in color and original to the car. The door panels are a bit saggy but overall the interior it is very presentable and cozy. The dash is in good condition and is sporting a new dash cap which looks great. The interior electrical is functional. The horn, wipers, brake lights, sidelights, reverse lights, headlights (high beam only) all work. The indicators work but do not self-cancel. There currently is no radio but surely one can be fitted. The key buzzer and interior light work very well. The truck space is tidy and complete with a spare tire, tool roll, and jack stand.

From cold this car starts up with the pull of the choke which works like it should. The engine sounds healthy without any unwanted indications of an unhealthy engine. The gauges show good oil pressure, and it does not overheat. The speedo and tach both seem to read accurately. The steering is tight and responsive, and the gearbox feels really good, and easily and smoothly shifts in and out from gear to gear. The brakes feel slightly less responsive then I would like and I would suggest having them gone through at some point, however the pedal is firm and it does brake. After having sat for a considerable amount of time this roadster has recently had its spark plugs, set points, upper and lower radiator hoses, fuel pump, and needle valves in the carburetors replaced. The valves have been adjusted, and the valve cover has been resealed with a new gasket. It has a new upgraded flasher unit, new side light bulbs, and a new license plate lens.

Overall this MGB is an excellent candidate for a daily driver or just a really fun car to take for a spin around the town. A very original survivor that hasn’t been modified and molested is becoming harder and harder to find, so bid to win this MGB roadster. If you have any questions please feel free to send a message or call me at (310) 833-1525. Thanks for looking!