1979 MG MGB

Make

MG

Model

MGB

Year

1979

Listed price

$7,000

Location

Macomb, Illinois

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

30,500 miles

The MGB stands as one of the most beloved and enduring British roadsters, a true icon of accessible sports car motoring. Launched in 1962 as a successor to the MGA, it refined the classic front-engine, rear-wheel-drive formula with a monocoque chassis, offering improved rigidity and handling. Over its 18-year production run, more than half a million MGBs were built, making it one of the best-selling sports cars of its era. While purists often favor the earlier chrome-bumper cars, the later rubber-bumper models, introduced in 1974 to meet US safety regulations, brought a more robust aesthetic and improved crash protection, continuing the MGB's legacy right up to its discontinuation in 1980. This 1979 MGB convertible, showing a remarkably low 18,438 miles, represents one of the final iterations of this storied model. While the engine type isn't specified, its pairing with an automatic transmission makes for a relaxed cruising experience, a less common but increasingly appreciated configuration for those seeking a more laid-back classic drive. The car presents an opportunity for a new owner to address a few minor issues, including a turn signal stalk that doesn't engage the brights and a crack in the dash. Additionally, the door and trunk locks will require new cylinders and keys, though all areas are currently unlocked and accessible. This MGB is a charming entry point into classic British motoring, ready for its next chapter with an enthusiast.