Restored as a road car in the late 1990s, subsequently purchased by a well-known MGCC expert based in Kent, as a first car for his son. In the late 2000s, it underwent another restoration to its present form. Stripped down to a bare shell, it underwent necessary repairs such as cills, castle section floors, etc., before receiving a complete respray. The intention was to transform it into a fast road/track day car, leading to significant expenditures. Comprehensive documentation, including a time-lapse video (see video section below), rebuild photos, and extensive invoices spanning several years, is available.

It was then sold during the first lockdown to raise a deposit for a house to a gent in Northern Ireland, who then kept it unused for nearly three years. Last summer, the car was purchased by the most recent owner based in Gloucestershire. It underwent recommissioning as necessary and was used for classic car events, covering over 500 trouble-free miles last year. Its condition remains excellent, with everything functioning precisely as it should. It offers a comfortable and exhilarating driving experience!

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Specification:

• Built as a replica of the 1968 Sebring Cars, featuring an aluminum bonnet, a genuine works hardtop (with a perfect headlining), valance shrouds, headlamp fairings, etc.

• Equipped with knock-off Minilite-style wheels.

• Suspension lowered by 1" all around, with uprated springs and front shock absorbers, Koni adjustable to the rear. It also features a larger diameter front ARB and negative camber lower arms polybushed.

• Brakes include front drilled vented discs with EBC Greenstuff pads and standard rear drum brakes.

• The engine is bored +0.060", fully balanced, with a fast road ported and polished head, and a Newman PH1 fast road cam.

• Standard 4-speed synchromesh gearbox with overdrive.

• Standard open diff but re-shimmed to cure the typical MGB "clonk" on taking up drive.
   

Recommissioning Work Included:

• Race seats and belts replaced with reclining Moss MGB Seats and inertia reel belts.

• Brake master cylinder and o/s rear slave cylinder replaced, along with all fluid renewed. Clutch fluid also renewed.

• Full lubrication service carried out to engine, gearbox, rear axle, and steering rack. Correct anti-syphon oil filter installed. Tappets checked and adjusted.

• Steering rack gaiters renewed.

• Pinion shaft seal replaced.

• New MGB pattern electronic fuel pump and all new rubber fuel hoses fitted.

• New electronic ignition fast road distributor installed and timed correctly.

• New old stock Special Tuning rear springs lowered by 1" to match existing front springs. New fixings, U-bolts, shackles, etc., installed.

• Four new Avon tires in the correct size with corrected tracking.

• New Stack rev-counter with tell-tale and shift light.

• Rewired as necessary with added external cut-out pull.

• Correct wire tow loops installed front and rear.

• Rain light added.

• Complete new stainless B and G large-bore exhaust system.

• Various other minor fettling and tidying work, such as reinstating the glove box and adding a USB charging port, Lanoguard wax underseal spray, addition of a passenger door mirror.
   

Additional Changes Carried Out Last Summer by the Last Owner:

• Large bore stainless exhaust system.

• Rear springs changed for NOS Special tuning and rear Konis adjusted to full soft.

• New electronic distributor.

• New stack rev-counter with tell-tale and shift-light.

• MSA rear fog light, MSA tow points, and MSA external electric cut out pull cable added.

• Repainted radiator and pedal box cover in correct satin black, with pedal shaft rebushed.

• Lowered stiffened suspension with negative camber arms.

• Full safety devices roll cage installed.

• Engine rebuilt bored +60 thou, polished and ported head, fully balanced Newman fast road cam, heavy-duty clutch, Weber 45dcoe carb, etc.

• Ventilated drilled discs with fast road pads, rear Koni teles.
   

The car drives exceptionally well with a torquey engine, synchronised transmission, and overdrive functioning as they should. The Tartan red paintwork is in excellent condition, complemented by the original works Hardtop. The interior and exterior are very clean. The intention of the last owner was to participate in navigation road rallies, and it proved its reliability with a 250-mile round trip to a Classic Car event as a shakedown last Autumn, where it performed flawlessly.

All fluids changed less than 500miles ago eg: brake/clutch fluid, antifreeze and lubricant change engine, gearbox and rear axle. Tappets checked and suspension greased as per service recommendation..
 

Viewing :

Viewing is strictly by appointment only.

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The Forge Pricing Promise :

At The Forge, we guarantee pricing that is consistently competitive and transparent, saving you money compared to other classic car dealers. We also eliminate the uncertainty that often comes with buying Classic Cars directly from individuals or at auctions.

How We Price Our Cars :
We rely on Hagerty’s industry-leading classic car Price Guide to keep our prices in line with the current market. By leveraging detailed data, auction results, dealer pricing, private sales, and insights from the UK’s most trusted classic car websites, we maintain transparency and fairness in our pricing. Our cars are regularly checked against market conditions, allowing you to enjoy a hassle-free, no-bartering experience.

 

Why Choose The Forge?
Family Values, Transparent Pricing, and a Genuine Passion for Classic Cars!
 

At The Forge, we’re more than just a classic car dealership—we’re a family-run business with a genuine love for classic cars. Our mission is simple: treat our customers as we’d want to be treated—with honesty, respect, and transparency.

 

Our pricing is competitive and fair, grounded in Hagerty’s trusted Classic Car Price Guide, saving you money compared to traditional dealerships. We believe in straightforward, no-haggle pricing, so you can enjoy a clear, no-surprises experience without the stress of auctions or private sales.

 

When you buy from The Forge, you’re not just purchasing a classic car—you’re joining our extended family.

 

Each car we offer is carefully handpicked, often sourced from fellow enthusiasts who share our values. Before any vehicle reaches our showroom, it undergoes an independent inspection, an MOT if needed, and professional detailing, ensuring it’s in prime condition and ready for its next journey.

 

We fully own every car in our collection. This structure guarantees the integrity of every transaction and demonstrates our commitment to quality.

 

Although original manufacturer warranties aren’t possible due to these cars’ age, we take immense pride in presenting each car in excellent condition, free from known faults upon delivery. We inspect each vehicle thoroughly, document any repairs, and include invoices for parts and labor in the car’s history file. If a service is warranted by mileage or time, we’ll at minimum perform an oil and filter change with OE/OEM parts, which is also noted in the car’s records.

 

Upon collection or delivery, we record the mileage and provide a 3-month/500-mile warranty (whichever comes first). Should any issues arise beyond standard wear-and-tear, given the car’s age, please reach out to us directly—we’ll do our utmost to assist.

 

Classic cars are timeless machines with intricate components that may occasionally need attention. Embracing a classic means accepting these quirks and savoring the open-road journeys that make them feel as exhilarating today as they did decades ago—whether that’s 20, 30, or even 40+ years in the making.

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History Of The 1967 - 1972 MG MGB:
The MG MGB is a classic British roadster that was originally introduced in 1962. By 1967, changes were introduced that lead to the designation of MGB Mark II (officially the 1968 model year).

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Like the MBG Mk I, the Mk II is a two-door roadster powered by a front mounted, rear-wheel drive 1798cc B Series engine. New gearbox ratios were introduced for the Mk II, with all four forward gears benefitting from synchromesh. An automatic transmission was also offered for the first time. The electrical system was also upgraded to negative earth, and the old dynamo replaced with an alternator.

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In October 1969, series GHN5 from chassis number 187170 introduced more changes - Rostyle wheels were fitted, as was a matte black vertical grille with chrome trim British Leyland badges fitted to the wings, and a perforated spoke steering wheel came as standard. Reclining seats were also fitted to all cars at this point.

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In September 1970, from chassis number 219002, the model received improved ventilation, interior courtesy lights, and telescopic boot and bonnet stays.

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In August 1971 the Mk II MBG was discontinued with chassis 254942 being the final production car. The model was replaced with the Mk III.

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Today the MGB remains one of the UK’s favourite classic cars. It is very easy to maintain, with superb parts availability and interchangeability across model types, meaning the cars are easy to ‘upgrade’ should the owner so wish. The car is still a plentiful classic, meaning buyers can afford to be selective.

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