£5,376
1975 MGB GT COUPE
United Kingdom • 13 Apr 2024
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1975 MG-GT has been restored and modified with Sebring-style upgrades, including bodywork and decals. It features mechanical improvements like electronic ignition and an electric cooling fan, alongside aesthetic changes such as Minilite wheels and perspex headlamp covers, presenting a unique blend of classic appeal and sporty aesthetics.
Condition
6
The car is described as restored 10 years ago with modifications to resemble Sebring racers. It has had some maintenance, including a carburetor rebuild, and has been waxoyled to prevent corrosion. The description notes it's a solid and reliable example that runs nicely, but the modifications suggest it's not in original condition.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
GHD5378504G
Chassis No:
Odometer:
73,100 miles
JPH 323N
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
With ‘Sebring’-style bodywork upgrades The MGB was first introduced in May 1962 as a direct replacement for the MGA.
October 1965 saw the introduction of the GT and was based on the already popular roadster.
Designed by Pininfarina, the new GT sported a hatchback giving useful access to the rear luggage space and a rear bench seat that enabled the car to be called a 2+2.
Although acceleration was slightly slower than the roadster, top speed was better by 5mph due to the increased aerodynamic efficiency.
BMC promoted their new MG model through endurance road racing, specifically at the annual twelve-hour endurance race at Sebring, Florida.
With less power than its competitors, the works team instead chose to “add lightness”.
LIghtweight aluminium body panels were added for the “GTS” or ‘Sebring” race cars; the front valance, front wings, door skins, and GT hatch were all made from aluminium, and were designed to be bolted on.
This 1975 MG-GT was restored around 10 years ago and m...
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£312
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£5,520
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£66,190
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Apr 07 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
73,630 miles
Registration Date
1971-06-24
MOT History
Passed
On Apr 08 2026 with 73,630 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
- Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed
On Oct 05 2015 with 69,758 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
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