1979 MG MGB

Make

MG

Model

MGB

Year

1979

Listed price

$4,595

Location

Stamford

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

0 miles

The MGB, introduced in 1962, quickly became the quintessential British sports car, building on the success of its MGA predecessor. Designed as a more modern, comfortable, and capable evolution, it featured a monocoque chassis, a first for MG, offering improved structural rigidity and handling. Over its 18-year production run, spanning roadster and GT coupe variants, more than half a million MGBs were produced, cementing its status as one of the best-selling sports cars of all time. The late-model MGBs, like this 1979 example, represent the final iteration of the classic roadster, characterized by their rubber bumpers and slightly raised ride height, implemented to meet evolving safety and emissions regulations in the crucial North American market. This 1979 MGB Roadster, showing 78,122 miles on the odometer, presents as a well-maintained example of the breed. It features a recently installed convertible top, ensuring fair-weather motoring remains as enjoyable as intended. The interior has also seen attention, with factory-correct used seats sourced and installed, helping to preserve its period authenticity. Further mechanical refresh includes a new fuel pump and other new parts, suggesting a car that has been cared for and kept in running order. For the enthusiast seeking a classic British roadster experience, this MGB offers an excellent opportunity to own a piece of automotive history.