1976 MGB GT

The MGB, a classic British sports car, has a rich and fascinating history. Produced by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) from 1962 to 1980, the MGB quickly gained popularity and became an iconic symbol of British automotive design. It succeeded the MGA and was available in various body styles, including roadster and coupe. The MGB featured a sleek, aerodynamic design and boasted impressive performance for its time. It was powered by a range of engines, starting with a 1.8-litre four-cylinder and later versions incorporating larger displacements. The MGB became a favourite among sports car enthusiasts due to its combination of style, affordability, and drivability. Over its production span, the MGB underwent several updates and improvements, including safety enhancements and engine modifications. Today, the MGB continues to be cherished by classic car enthusiasts worldwide, representing a bygone era of British motoring excellence.

We are delighted to offer this 1976 MGB GT in lesser seen Citron Yellow with black cloth interior. The car was first registered in January 1976 to a Mr McCartney and supplied by Grange Motor & Cycle Company. The original MG “Passport to Service” is present with 9 entries and that is supplemented with a bundle of receipts for work and parts. Most recently, in 2023 the vendor spent over £1,600 with MGtastic in Oldham. The work included a carburettor rebuild, electronic ignition kit, new starter motor, filters, oil and plugs and new seat foams / webbing.

Citron Yellow is a seldom seen colour on MGBs and really suits the sunny disposition of these charming little coupes. The rubber bumpers are in good condition and appear to be free from any significant damage. The headlamps are protected with wire stone-guards and fog lights have been added at the rear. It’s always pleasing to see good quality tyres as it provides an indication of the vendor’s attitude to these things and here the 14” Rostyle wheels are shod with matching Continental rubber all round. A full-size spare is present and correct in the boot. The interior presents nicely, with the seats benefitting from their recent refurbishment and the black fabric appearing free from any obvious rips or tears. Being an early “rubber-bumper” car, it is fitted with the same dashboard as the earlier models, this being arguably more desirable than the later plainer dash.

There’s a reason why MGBs are perennially popular in the classic car world – they’re affordable, simple, parts are cheap and readily available and there’s a mass of help and information from the owners clubs. They make an ideal introduction for the first-time classic owner or an easy to maintain, sunny day car for the enthusiast. Being offered with no reserve, this car could be a very reasonable entry point to the MGB world.