1980 MG B Roadster
Lot Number 104
1980 MG B Roadster
A very smart 'chrome-bumper' conversion that's recently been refreshed and is on offer at No Reserve.
- Sold for: £4,725
Bid online during our live auction or at The Saleroom.
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BODY COLOUR
Vermillion -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
FCF 601V
SUMMARY
A very smart 'chrome-bumper' conversion that's recently been refreshed and is on offer at No Reserve.
DESCRIPTION
- Dry-stored since 2001 prior to being acquired by our vendor as a project in 2019
- Pleasingly, the sills, inner sills, outriggers, boot floor etc. all seemed sound
- A sympathetic restoration and conversion to ‘chrome bumpers’ was commenced
- New brake lines, pipes, water pump, alternator, master cylinders, back axle, stainless steel exhaust and much more
- Freshly painted in its original Vermillion. Fully retrimmed and a new soft-top
- Lots of classic MG B features, original Rostyles, chrome rack and a Moto-Lita wheel
- A super 'B', ready for the summer and on offer at 'No Reserve'
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 104
- Make
- MG
- Model
- MGB
- Variant
- Roadster
- Registration Number
- FCF 601V
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- GVADJ1AG510363
- Engine Number
- 35307
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Vermillion
CONSIGNOR
Gary Dunne
- Sales Manager
- 07740 946796
- gary@classiccarauctions.co.uk
For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.
CONTACT
CCA VENDOR CONDITION REPORT
OVERALL:
79 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Although had a respray 2 years ago, there are some signs of additional cosmetic work required. This is a rubber bumper to chrome bumper conversion. A new roof was fitted as part of the sympathetic restoration.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Complete new interior inc refurbished leather sets, complete new carpet set, new door panels, new mota-lota steering wheel.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
No restoration work has been carried out on the engine other than new carburetors, which were the subject of an overhaul at a cost of around £500
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
New rear axle fitted, overdrive not working, suspected solenoid required.
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
All works as should.
Vehicle History
Remarks
Had seen a considerable amount of welding done, including new floors, sills and inner sills and required no additional structural work. Had been standing from 2001 to when bought in Dec 2019
Restoration Notes
Sympathetic restoration carried out 2 years ago inc new interior, seats, carpets, door panels, new hood, chrome bumper conversion, referb rostyle wheels and new tyres
About the CCA Vendor Condition Report
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Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
CONSIGNOR
Gary Dunne
- CONSIGNOR
- 07740 946796
- gary@classiccarauctions.co.uk
For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.
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