1980 MG MGB

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

The MG MGB is the quintessential British sports car of its era and was made available in several different versions from the British manufacturer, ranging from an open roadster to a three-door 2+2 coupe, along with a variety of engine sizes.

After The MGB’s initial introduction in September 1962, numerous incremental improvements and upgrades were made until the final roadster rolled off the production line in 1980. To commemorate 18 years of MGB, a special Limited Edition model was created for the 1979 and 1980 model years. All Limited Edition models rolled out of the Abingdon, England, assembly plant finished in black with unique silver graphics on the side and featured a plaque on the dashboard designating its LE pedigree.

MG courted potential buyers with a farewell promise: “The edition is Limited, the fun isn’t.” 

Highlights 

• Limited Edition MGB built to commemorate the final year of the ‘B’ Roadster  

• One of approximately 6,668 Limited Edition models produced 

• Black over black interior with matching black soft top  

• Powered by a 1.8-liter BMC B-series inline-four engine producing 95 horsepower 

• Weber carburetor 

• Cannon intake 

• Four-speed manual transmission with overdrive 

• Leather-wrapped competition steering wheel  

• Power front disc brakes 

• 14-inch alloy wheels 

• Luggage rack 

• This 1980 MGB is offered with the five-digit odometer showing 74,456 miles at the time of listing, however the true mileage is unknown  

  Features 

• Aoveise radio

• Embroidered carpet pieces 

• Chrome luggage rack 

• Vent windows 

• Rolldown side windows 

• Nexen Classe Premiere CP661 195/170R14 tires 

• Heater 

• Cigar/cigarette lighter 

• Battery kill switch  

• Limited Edition dash plaque 

• Length: 158.25 inches 

• Width: 61.75 

• Height: 51 inches 

• Wheelbase: 91.1 inches 

• Weight: 2,381 pounds 

  Known Imperfections 

• Minor crack in paint on hood near the MG emblem 

• MG steering wheel horn button is not centered 

• Driver's side taillight out 

• Small dent on driver's side rear fender 

  Included 

• Hardtop  

• Spare tire 

• Jack 

• British flag front plate

• Manuals and catalogs:

  • Haynes MGB Owners Workshop Manual 

  • The Roadster Factory Triumph and MG Quick Reference Catalogue 

  • The Roadster Factory Triumph, MGB & MGB-GT Sports Car Components Red Price List 

  • Moss Motors catalog 

Sales Tax Notice to Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia Bidders: Because this car is located in Florida, Hagerty Marketplace may be required to collect and remit Florida sales tax on your purchase, even if you plan to register it outside of Florida.  Unlike most other states, the states of Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia may not provide a full credit against sales taxes paid to Florida.  For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Florida that are sold to residents of another state.