1971 MGB GT with overdrive fitted; wire wheels; extensive mechanical restoration; over £5,200 spent on the engine, gearbox and overdrive; comprehensive history fileFirst registered in May 1971, this home-market MGB GT has been owned by the current keeper since 2016.

Benefiting from an older restoration, the car features an alloy bonnet, overdrive gearbox, Webasto sunroof and wire wheels.Significant investment has been made during the current ownership, with over £5,200 spent on the engine, gearbox and overdrive.

The engine was professionally rebuilt by Dave’s Engine Repair Centre, including a rebored block, new pistons, reground crankshaft, new camshaft and Ivor Searle cylinder head.The gearbox and overdrive have also been rebuilt by specialists, and the car has covered just 1,700 miles since completion, including a recent trouble-free tour of France.Further improvements include upgraded halogen headlights with relays, LED lighting, a high-output alternator, new battery, refurbished ...