1972 MG MGB
1972 MG MGB
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Location:
Phoenix, Arizona 85020
Seller:
Engine:
1.8L I4
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
57,786 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
JHN5JC291461G
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
66095692
Location:
Phoenix, Arizona 85020
Seller:
Engine:
1.8L I4
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
57,786 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
JHN5JC291461G
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
66095692
If a bid is placed within the last minute of an auction, an additional minute is added to ensure all bidders have a fair chance to bid. Bid carefully. Please complete your vehicle due-diligence prior to bidding. Bids are binding and by placing your bid you agree to our User Agreement and Privacy Policy.
If a bid is placed within the last minute of an auction, an additional minute is added to ensure all bidders have a fair chance to bid. Bid carefully. Please complete your vehicle due-diligence prior to bidding. Bids are binding and by placing your bid you agree to our User Agreement and Privacy Policy.
OVERVIEW
This 1972 MG MGB is powered by a 1798cc inline-four mated to a four-speed synchromesh manual transmission. Finished in Blaze over a black vinyl interior, this classic British roadster is now offered by the seller with a spare wheel and clear Arizona title.
Highlights
- Original engine with dual SU carburetors
- Black convertible top
- Aftermarket Sony AM/FM stereo with cassette player
Ownership History
- Offered by a private seller
- Current location: Arizona
EXTERIOR
- Blaze paint
- Black convertible top
- Dual chrome side mirrors
- Chrome bumpers
- Antenna
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 14-inch multi-spoke wheels
- 185/70 Futura Metric Radial tires
INTERIOR
- Black vinyl upholstery
- Bucket seats
- Center console with manual shifter
- Manual steering
- Three-spoke sport steering wheel
- Aftermarket Sony stereo
- AM/FM
- Cassette player
INSTRUMENTS
- Smiths gauges
- 120-mph speedometer
- 7,000-rpm tachometer
- Oil pressure
- Temperature
- Fuel
- Odometer shows 57,786 miles
- Title reads mileage exempt
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- 1798cc inline-four
- 78.5 horsepower at 5,350 rpm
- 94 lb-ft of torque at 3,000 rpm
- Twin SU semi-downdraught carburetors
Transmission
- Four-speed synchromesh manual
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- 3.9 gears
- Power front disc brakes
- Single-exit exhaust system
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Minor scuffs visible on trunk lid as seen in photos
- Surface rust seen in trunk
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Spare wheel
As promised- decided to drop the reserve. Highest bid Buys this great B. To those bidding- best of luck.
Good Morning. Thank you for a great auction week. With less than 4 hours remaining- please let me know if you have additional questions. Just to recap the details of this fine B- here are a few highlights.. *Near show quality paint and gaps *Chrome shows as new *Excellent driver and ready to enjoy • interior and top in excellent condition *Original engine *All glass in great shape * All gauges function I’ll decide within 2 hours if I drop the reserve and let everyone know.
BID: $8,250
Good Afternoon. Thank you for the continued bids. @Carigan1, thanks for the comment. Earlier B’s had the maroon valve cover- but was changed to black in the early 70’s. Mine is original to the car and shows well. My preference would be to upgrade to a polished steel cover. With less than 24 hours remaining in the auction , please let me know if you have additional questions. Hopefully it finds a new home tomorrow.
In doing further research I have found that this could be a change over model where they went to Morris color of black engine. This could readily answer my question.
Morning Dwayne, hey, vehicle story says original engine, it is not the original factory color maroon, which was the MG standard. Can you tell us why a change of color to black? Thanks, SC
BID: $4,750
BID: $4,500
BID: $4,250
Good morning. Thanks for all of the questions. Firstly, this is a standard 4 Speed car. No overdrive. Like most wire wheels that are original to the car- there are tubes in the tires. @Carrigan1- as far as the brakes go, they function perfectly. There is a small amount of debris in the wheels which I will clean. When I detailed the car- I missed that. Thank you for pointing it out. Also, I wanted to point out the car will include a convertible top Cover- (canvas), and a homemade black carpet kit for the trunk.
In going over questions, I don’t see any answer weather the car has overdrive trans or not. Could you please let us know and if it is in working condition? Should only work in 3rd or 4th gear.
If I asked an incorrect question, I apologize. In going over pictures again I don’t see any gunk on the wheels. I may have gotten your ad connected to some other cars pictures in my aged mind!
Are the wheels tube or tubeless? Thanks again.
Please answer what that ‘stuff’ is on inside of the 2 front wheels. Looks like shredded aluminum foil and kind of corrosive. That one rotor looks pretty scared also? Overall car seem nice. Thank you, Steve
Good morning. @Cnj520, thanks for the question. Blaze red definitely has orange in it. When painted, color was matched with engine bay. Color is bright right classified as Flame Red that was used from 1970-1972. Hopefully this example finds a new home. A stunning car.
Hi. Color listed as blaze (which is orange) and the color looks orange in the video but red in the pictures. It's it blaze orange? Also does it have overdrive? Thanks!
@Thepatman47- thanks for the question. Fortunately the valves have been hardened- runs great on low octane unleaded.
Being a 1972, are the fuel requirements still for leaded, premium fuel, or have the valves been hardened for unleaded fuel? Thank you, Patrick Myers
BID: $4,000
Good morning fellow British Car Enthusiasts. Thank you for the initial bids. This is a very well sorted Mg. Gaps are nearly perfect and paint is near show quality. The Ad states scuffs on the trunk- there are No Scuffs or chips in the paint. Prior to selling I wet sanded and polished it. Besides 2 cracks on the upper dash that I’ll post- interior is in excellent condition. I purchased and installed an high quality dash Mat the hides the imperfections.All glass is in great shape, and chrome shows as new. I’ll be checking in all week to answer all questions.