Vehicle Details
- Year: 1979
- Make: MG
- Model: MGB
- VIN: GVVDJ2AG501201
- Mileage Shown: 36,444
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: British Racing Green
- Seller: Bengt
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: South Dartmouth, MA 02748
- Lot #: V-0023539
Available for auction is this 1979 MG MGB finished in British Racing Green over a tan vinyl interior. Introduced for the 1962 model year to replace the MGA, the MGB utilized a monocoque chassis, reducing weight and manufacturing costs while adding to the vehicle's overall strength. This 1979 example was acquired by the seller approximately four years ago from a long-term owner and is reported to have been treated to regular maintenance while always being garage-kept. Previously listed on PCARMARKET, this MGB is now being offered for auction once again by its seller out of Massachusetts showing approximately 36k miles.
Midway through 1974, all U.S market MGBs came equipped with black safety bumpers and taller springs to meet DOT regulations. Originally finished in brown, this example was refinished in British Racing Green under previous ownership and features a tan convertible soft top. The seller reports the convertible top has a small crack on the left plastic window panel, while the finish shows a few scratches and a small area of rust on the right rear quarter panel. The 14″ Rostyle wheels are dressed in a set of Lexington tires.
The cabin is trimmed in tan vinyl with a black dashboard, carpeting, and center console. An upgraded wood-rimmed steering wheel has been installed along with an aftermarket stereo. A tear is depicted at the base of the driver’s seat and the seller adds that all gauges and lights function properly.
Power comes from a B-Series 1.8-liter inline 4-cylinder engine driving the rear wheels by way of a 4-speed manual transmission. This MGB is said to have been regularly maintained under the current ownership, receiving routine oil changes every spring and fall. In the last 4 years, the clutch was rebuilt and a new battery was installed along with new belts. Most recently, the fuel system and carburetors were flushed and cleaned.
This sale will include a clean title.
Auction Results
- Sold for: $4,950
- Auction End: Oct 26, 2022 07:01:32PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 6
Comments (20)
Sold for $4,950
Bid in the amount of $4,950
Bid in the amount of $4,483
@jtklein I have the title in front of me
It reads
GVVDJ2AG501201
Hello Bengt-- Can you please address the issue of "invalid VIN"? Additionally, in checking 10 other 1979 MG MGB VIN, they all were GHN5UL4#####G Is the VIN on the title different? Kindly clarify
When checking CarFax, I am getting "invalid VIN" can you please check it against the title?
Bid in the amount of $4,093
Bid in the amount of $3,843
@msa615 Hello
All Information available has already been posted
Do you have a vehicle history report like carfax or auto check
Thanks Can you post it
@msa615 I have no carfax on the car.
As far as I can tell the car has not been in any accident
When we purchase the car we had a mechanic going through the car. There were no sign of accidents.
There is a small rust damage on the right rocker panel, that is in the description of the car.
Bid in the amount of $3,500
Do you have a vehicle history report ie carfax or auto check This would help verify mileage
Any accidents frame damage
Thanks
@skylane9 That’s a mystery to me too.
Thank you for your bid!
why do owners seem to always cut holes in the door panels?
Bid in the amount of $1,000
@msa615 The title is in my wife’s name Elizabeth Rourke-Berardi and is a clean Mass title
The original color is not on the title but that was brown.
We have owned the car since 2017 and replaced clutch, flushed brakes and cleaned tank and fuel system and rebuilt the carburetor.
It’s a very reliable car much better than its reputation
The car might need a new battery otherwise in good working condition.
Is the title a Mass title in your name Any vehicle history report What color is listed on the title Any currently known issues
Thanks
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Welcome to my auction
This is a lovely classic British sports car, that has provided a lot of fun rides with wonderful people loving classic cars.
I hope that the next owner will enjoy the car as much as I have.
Happy to answer your questions.