1977 MGB Convertible

Runs great and in vey fine condition for year and low miles.

The MG MGB is the quintessential British sports car of its era and was made available in several different versions from its UK manufacturer, ranging from an open roadster to a three-door 2+2 coupe, along with a variety of engine sizes. 

After the MGB’s initial introduction in September 1962, numerous incremental improvements and upgrades were made until the final roadster rolled off the production line in 1980. Due to federal safety mandates, molded polyurethane bumpers — designed to handle a 5-mph crash without deforming — began to appear in 1975, adding 70 pounds and 5 inches to the car’s length. Although rubber-bumper MGBs have their critics, they’re still among the more popular classic sports cars out there. 

The 1977 models offered optional overdrive, and the original owner of this one selected it. They were also the first MGBs with an electric radiator fan. MG, of course, emphasized the driving experience — “the wind in your hair, the road winding out before you ... Drive it and discover this rare, sensuous feeling.” 

Highlights 

• Rubber-bumpered classic British sports car 

• Finished in burgundy paint with black vinyl interior 

• Seats regularly cleaned and coated with Armor All 

• Powered by a 1.8-liter OHV inline four-cylinder engine rated at 95 horsepower 

• Four-speed manual transmission with optional overdrive (switch is on the gear lever) 

• Black fold-down convertible top (new in 2017, regularly cleaned and coated with Armor All) 

• Bucket seats with headrests  

• 14-inch mag-style wheels 

• Rear luggage rack 

• Mostly original car with Z-Bart coating and California factory pollution package that still functions 

• Mechanical overhaul in 2023 with new top and carpet 

• Original electronic ignition has been replaced with modern component 

• The chassis number (GHN5UH428491G) decodes as: 

  • G – MG 

  • H – BMC B-Series 1.8-liter engine 

  • N – Two-seat roadster 

  • 5 – Mk3 

  • U – USA LHD 

  • H – 1977 model year 

  • 428491 – Production number 

  • G – Abingdon, Great Britain, assembly plant 

Features 

• Rear-wheel-drive, two-door roadster 

• Manufacture date: February 1977 

• Exterior rearview mirrors 

• Three windshield wipers

• Four-spoke steering wheel 

• Dash instrumentation: 

  • 120 mph speedometer with odometer 

  • Tachometer 

  • Fuel level 

  • Oil pressure 

  • Analog clock 

  • Water temperature 

• Indicator lights: 

  • Beam 

  • Ignition 

  • Hazard 

  • Brake 

• JVC digital Bluetooth AM/FM stereo  

• Dual speakers in the doors  

• Heater/defroster with two-speed fan  

• Manual rollup windows 

• Vent windows 

• Seat belts 

• Courtesy light below dash 

• Cup holders in center console 

• Locking glove box 

• Cigar/cigarette lighter and ash tray 

• Front disc brakes 

• Rear drum brakes 

• Rack and pinion steering 

• Front independent suspension with coil springs 

• Rear tube-axle with semi-elliptic springs 

• Federally mandated rubber safety bumpers 

• Barum Brillantis 2 P185/70R14 tires 

Known Imperfections 

• Paint imperfections on hood 

• Windshield is cracked 

• Crack in door near driver’srearview mirror 

• Chrome trim on passenger door is dented 

• Paint chips on passenger side rear fender 

• Carpet is torn along edge near driver’s feet 

• Cloth trim along rear shelf is torn 

• Shift knob is scuffed 

• Speedometer glass is yellowed 

• Heater fan operates on only one speed; second speed no longer works 

Included 

• Spare tire with cover 

• Jack 

• Tonneau cover 

• New taillight covers 

• Spark plugs and other spare parts and maintenance products 

• MG front vanity plate