1971 MG B Works Le Mans Recreation

Atop the list of all-time great classic sports cars is the MG B roadster. 

A car designed to appeal to the hearts and wallets of drivers the world over the B was also  MG’s most performance-oriented model at the time. 

Launched at the 1962 London Motor Show, the most desirable and collectable of its series  Mk1 MG B features a dependable 1.8 litre B-series engine mated to a four-speed manual  gearbox that loves to weave through the city weekend roads with creature comforts like  wind-up windows, generously cushioned bucket-seats, a neat folding convertible top and  of course, overdrive. 

Like its predecessors, the MGB enjoyed a long and successful racing career. Under the  direction of BMC Competitions Manager Stuart Turner, works-entered Bs appeared in a  variety of endurance races and rallies, where its durability overcame any speed  deficiencies.  

Mostly using the lighter roadster shell equipped with a hardtop, bumpers were removed,  perspex headlight covers fitted and additional ducts added to the grille to increase cold air  flow into the engine bay. Many of the items used by Abingdon were made available to  privateers wishing to build a ‘works replica’, including upgrades to the engine, gearbox and  chassis.  

Racing highlights included a class win at Le Mans in 1963, first in the GT Category at the  1964 Monte Carlo Rally, 1966 Targa Florio and both the 1966 and 1967 editions of the Spa  1000-kilometres. Outright wins included the Guards 1000 race held at Brands Hatch in  1965 and the 84-hour Marathon de la Route at the Nürburgring the following year. MGBs  have remained hugely popular as an affordable means of going racing ever since and they  remain competitive in historic events the world over. 

Available here we have a 1971 MG B Roadster that has been backdated to a 1965 MG B Le  Mans Works Recreation to an exceptionally high level.

This MG B was commissioned to be restored and built by local Sydney marque specialists  and was completed between 1995 and 1999.  

The car featured period correct parts throughout and was built to nearly exacting  specification.  

An all new desirable 5-bearing 1.8L B-Series engine is featured in this vehicle that was then  later rebuilt in 2008 by marque specialists. The motor also featured bigger carburetors and  a fast road cam. It is incredibly responsive, fast and superb to drive.  

Regularly maintained by the same specialists since the vehicles rebuild, this vehicle has  been with the previous owner for the past 20 years and has been used regularly for club  events and show and shines winning a 2nd Place award at the annual MG NSW Concours  D’Elegance in 2017. 

Accompanying this vehicle is a swathe of paperwork in a history file documenting its build  and maintenance over the past 30 years.  

A superb classic that will be the perfect Sunday drive to your local cars and coffee, or an  excellent choice to enter in any historic race day. This MG B is ready to be enjoyed. 

Contact our team to arrange an appointment to view today.