1979 MG MGB

Make

MG

Model

MGB

Year

1979

Listed price

$14,000

Location

Marietta, Georgia

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

53,011 miles

The MGB, a quintessential British roadster, arrived in 1962 as a more modern and comfortable successor to the beloved MGA. Its monocoque construction was a significant step forward, offering improved rigidity and interior space, while its robust 1.8-liter B-series engine and simple, elegant styling quickly cemented its status as one of the best-selling sports cars of its era. Over its eighteen-year production run, more than half a million MGBs were built, evolving through various iterations, including the rubber-bumper models of the mid-1970s which, despite regulatory challenges, retained the car's inherent charm and driving purity. The Limited Edition models, like this 1979 example, marked the end of the MGB's storied production, often featuring unique trim and a nod to its enduring legacy. This particular 1979 MGB Limited Edition presents a compelling opportunity, showing just 53,011 miles on the odometer. Under the bonnet lies an uprated, rebuilt 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine, providing a spirited driving experience befitting a classic British roadster. Power is channeled through a manual transmission, enhanced by a desirable overdrive unit, expertly rebuilt by an MGB gearbox specialist and featuring an early MGB-style switch conveniently located on the radio console for authentic operation. The clutch, master, and slave cylinders have also been renewed, ensuring crisp and reliable shifts. This MGB is a finely fettled example, ready to deliver the open-air motoring experience only a classic British convertible can.