1980 MG MGB 4-SPEED CONVERTIBLE
1980 MG MGB 4-SPEED CONVERTIBLE
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1980 MG MGB 4-SPEED CONVERTIBLE
High Bidder: eds4526
Winning Bid: $10,000 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
Langhorne, Pennsylvania 19053
Seller:
Engine:
1800 cubic inches
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
40,200 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
GVVDJ2AG511679
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
54373697
Location:
Langhorne, Pennsylvania 19053
Seller:
Engine:
1800 cubic inches
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
40,200 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
GVVDJ2AG511679
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
54373697
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OVERVIEW
This 1980 MG MGB has received many new parts and upgrades over the last two years including an upgraded radio, new chrome bumpers, and a new interior woodgrain kit. It is powered by an 1800cc inline four-cylinder backed by a four-speed manual transmission. Finished in red and equipped with a manual black vinyl convertible top over a black vinyl interior, this MG comes with repair manuals, a cabin tonneau cover, and a clear title in the seller’s name.
Highlights:
- Chrome bumper and grille conversion
- Pioneer AM/FM/CD radio
- Power steering
- Power front disc brakes
Ownership History:
- Offered by a private seller
- Current location: Pennsylvania
EXTERIOR
- Red paint
- Chrome bumper and grille conversion
- Fender-mounted antenna
- Dual side mirrors
- Manual black vinyl convertible top
Updates:
- Chrome bumper and grille conversion
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 14” steel MG Rally wheels
- 175/70 Kumho radial tires
INTERIOR
- Black vinyl upholstery
- Manual windows
- Center console-mounted manual shifter
- New:
- Wood rim steering wheel
- Wood grain accent kit
- Pioneer AM/FM/CD stereo
- Shifter boot
INSTRUMENTS
- Odometer shows 40,200 miles
- Reportedly accurate
- Gauges:
- 85-mph speedometer
- 7,000-rpm tachometer
- Fuel level
- Oil pressure
- Voltage
- Temperature
Updates:
-
New temperature gauge
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine:
- 1800cc inline 4-cylinder
- Single 2-barrel carburetor
Transmission:
-
4-speed manual
Service History Highlights:
- Oil change completed December 2023
- New:
- Plastic lower radiator shield
- Cobalt silicone heater hose
- Heater hose to pipe
- Weber carburetor
- Intake manifold
- Stainless steel header
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Independent front suspension
- Solid rear drive axle
- Power front disc and rear drum brakes
- Single exhaust system
Service History Highlights:
- New:
- Rear drum brakes
- Rear brake hose
- Rear brake hard lines and fittings
ALL KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Seller states there are no known imperfections
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Repair manuals
- Cabin tonneau cover
BID: $10,000
BID: $7,300
BID: $7,100
@KLC44 – What’s the buy it now cash price? ...
Please put your offer in through the bidding process. Thanks.
@Hershey – Sorry, no trades. ...
What’s the buy it now cash price?
@KLC44 – Sir will you trade for a 2006 Harley Davidson Street Bob in mint condition with only 4K miles on it and some cash? ...
Sorry, no trades.
Sir will you trade for a 2006 Harley Davidson Street Bob in mint condition with only 4K miles on it and some cash?
BID: $7,000
BID: $6,700
@bachldrs – Moss Motors offers the filler piece (#457-980) that goes under the tail-lamps when converting from rubber- to chrome-bumpers. They could still be installed but requiring some welding, filling, and repainting. ’Tis a shame these weren’t used in the first place. Looks like a lovely paint job. Perhaps the same body shop could be engaged to make these corrections. I don’t know of any similar pieces to correct the parking lamp openings in front, but a skilled welder could make those openings look “old” again ;-) Perhaps they could be cut out of scrap front wings. from a parts car. Otherwise, a very nicely done car. I like the interior and the detailing in the engine bay. Question, outside of the Weber downdraft, what’s been done to make this engine run more like, say, a 1967 MGB? These late engines were silky smooth but sacrificed about a third of their old 97 hp due to antiquated naïve 1970s attempts to control emissions. Even 97 doesn’t sound very robust these days, but in a light-weight MGB, it was plenty - enough to get you into some serious trouble if you wished. Otherwise, I could wish for an overdrive - but that can be done rather quickly. ...
Thanks for your comments. The chrome bumper conversion excluded the filler, for some reason. Not a big deal. Cheap at Moss Motors if the buyer wishes to do it. Runs great for an 1800 cc engine, no need to get in trouble, although you could if you wanted to. I save that for the 70s big block corvettes. This car is a pleasure to cruise around back country roads with the hood down, runs smooth and steady.
Moss Motors offers the filler piece (#457-980) that goes under the tail-lamps when converting from rubber- to chrome-bumpers. They could still be installed but requiring some welding, filling, and repainting. ’Tis a shame these weren’t used in the first place. Looks like a lovely paint job. Perhaps the same body shop could be engaged to make these corrections. I don’t know of any similar pieces to correct the parking lamp openings in front, but a skilled welder could make those openings look “old” again ;-) Perhaps they could be cut out of scrap front wings. from a parts car. Otherwise, a very nicely done car. I like the interior and the detailing in the engine bay. Question, outside of the Weber downdraft, what’s been done to make this engine run more like, say, a 1967 MGB? These late engines were silky smooth but sacrificed about a third of their old 97 hp due to antiquated naïve 1970s attempts to control emissions. Even 97 doesn’t sound very robust these days, but in a light-weight MGB, it was plenty - enough to get you into some serious trouble if you wished. Otherwise, I could wish for an overdrive - but that can be done rather quickly.
BID: $6,600
@jasper – Any collision damage? Original windshield? Is there an antenna? Tonneau cover? Age of tires? Thank you ...
No collision damage, original windshield, tonneau cover in trunk, yes, antenna in trunk.
@jasper – What was the original paint color? Thank you ...
This is the original color. I don’t know the paint code.
@jasper – Please provide inder carriage photos. Thank you ...
The undercarriage photos are near the end of the photos, starting at photo# 60
Any collision damage? Original windshield? Is there an antenna? Tonneau cover? Age of tires? Thank you
What was the original paint color? Thank you
Please provide inder carriage photos. Thank you
@[email protected] – OK thanks I was just wondering about the salted streets in Penn....good news! ...
You’re welcome. Nope, stays covered and inside during Pa winters on a battery tender. It never saw rain, snow or salt.
BID: $6,500