1968 MG MGB Roadster

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would generously pay above-market prices to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.

The Generous Collection returns with Part 2 offering over 250 cars in September, all without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy.

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Arguably the best-known sports car of the 1960s and 1970s, the MG MGB earned its place due to its cheeky good looks, its ease of service, and its durability. Half a center — or more — on, and the MG remains an approachable sports car for budding and experienced enthusiasts alike.

Introduced in the early 1960s, the MGB's basic shape remained unchanged into the 1970s. Early models like this '68 MGB feature elegant chrome bumpers outside and a painted metal dashboard inside, which stand in marked contrast to the rubber bumpers and vinyl-covered dash that came later.

Refinished at some point in white over a black fabric and vinyl interior, this MGB is powered by a carbureted 1.8L inline-four teamed with a four-speed manual gearbox. The car retains 14" steel wheels with hubcaps, and it features an aftermarket carburetor paired.

This 1968 MGB Roadster is represented by a Broad Arrow Specialist and is now offered at no reserve with a clean Alabama title in the current owner's name.

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Finished in white over black vinyl

• 1.8L inline-four

• Four-speed manual

Factory Equipment

• 14" steel wheels with hubcaps

• Painted dash

Modifications

• Aftermarket carburetor

• Aftermarket intake manifold

• Fabric upholstery

Known Imperfections

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection, it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars.

• Various scratches and chips on paint surfaces

• Repaint is of poor quality

• Some visible corrosion

• Worn interior trim

• Dashboard trim shows wear

• Some underside corrosion

Ownership History

This 1968 MG MGB is offered from The Generous Collection of no-reserve automobiles.

Additional Notes

Motor vehicles older than 35 years (1991) are exempt from Alabama’s titling requirements. In states that issue titles, an Alabama registration converts to a title upon transfer.

A Broad Arrow Representative is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this vehicle. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including vehicle payment, applicable taxes required to be collected by the seller or Broad Arrow, and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 Email: rpotts@hagerty.com

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide very limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential; however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require extensive additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite, between the hours of 9AM to 6PM local time beginning Monday, September 14 through Wednesday, September 30. No cars can be retrieved prior to September 14, and any lots remaining after September 30 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.