1970 MG B Roadster 1798cc convertible

1970 MG B Roadster 1798cc convertible Registration: YTJ400J Chassis: GHN5215162G Odometer:  62701 Transmission: Manual with overdrive  MOT: Exempt . Offered on behalf of a deceased estate Outside  This MGB suits the British racing green paintwork with the bodywork and panels nice and straight. It has been subject to a re-paint at some time in its life and over time the paint finish has a tarnished look to it in places along with some micro blistering. These imperfections maybe rectifiable by a professional paint correction process, although we would recommend serious bidders to come and inspect the paintwork before bidding. There is rust bubbling along the seams between the wings and the scuttle panel, the chrome work is generally good with some pitting to areas including the front and rear bumpers, and the aluminium windscreen surround also looks like it needs a good polish up. There is some surface rust on the n/s front wing near where the door meets the wing. The hood is in good condition with rips or tears although it has slightly discoloured from its original black and their is also a tonneau cover which looks in new condition. It sits on Mini light alloy wheels with matching fulda tyres all around that have many more miles left in them.  Inside  The black vinyl seats are in pretty good order as are the carpets and mats, and generally the interior presents pretty well. There is an original push button stereo coupled to some modern Sony speakers. As with all MGB's the cabin feels comfortable with everything falling to hand.  Mechanicals The 1798cc engine fires into life with ease and runs very well breathing through twin SU carbs and although the looks of the twin exhaust tailpipes maybe offensive to some, the sound the sports exhaust system makes is wonderful. It drives well through all 4 gears and stops as its should. The car has an overdrive fitted which we haven't checked is operational. A quick service and this MGB will be ready to hit the road again this Spring.  History  Unfortunately we have no real history with the car other than the V5C and a few owners handbooks, the vendors trustee has mentioned that the car has had some works to the engine to increase performance, but unfortunately we cannot verify this.   Our Opinion  We totally get why MGB's are so popular and this one would be a great buy for someone looking to get their hands dirty whilst carrying out some minor works without having to take on a full on restoration. It could quite happily be used as is while being cosmetically improved along the way, and the sound from that unruly looking exhaust is to die for.