1964 MGB - Overdrive and a Hardtop!

Make:	MG
Model:	MGB
Type:	Convertible
Doors:	2
Year:	1964
Mileage:	73,804
Color:	Red
Transmission:	Manual
Interior color:	Black
Vehicle Title:	Clear
Item location:	East Providence, Rhode Island, United States

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eBay template 401. 438. 4444 Listing Other Listings About Us Shipping Terms Contact Us Click here to see more photos ▾ Back to Top CONTACT US 401. 438. 4444 email 1964 MG B VIN GHN3L28684 MILEAGE 73804 STOCK No #1096 TRANSMISSION 4 Speed Manual w/ Overdrive ENGINE 4 Cylinder EXTERIOR COLOR Red INTERIOR Black Description In 1962 the MGA. the car that had revolutionized the small displacement sports car. was starting to lose it's radical edge in an age of unprecedented automotive innovation. In response to waning popularity. the folks at Abingdon went back to the drawing board to recreate the magic of the MGA. The result was a car that was. once again. decades ahead of its time. The MGB was so timeless in its styling. design and performance that it endured. without major redesigns. until production ended 18 years later in 1980. Of all the MGBs that were ever produced. the most desirable model is undoubtedly the MGB Mk1. The Mk1 MGBs were the purest of the Bs . these cars left the factory unhampered by the safety regulations and minor styling changes that would muddle future iterations of the car. Mk1 MGBs retain their removable folding tops that stow neatly in the trunk. leaving the lines of the car clean throughout the passenger compartment straight to the back of the car. They feature the handsome pull-handle doors that make them easily recognizable from later models. Perhaps the most attractive element that sets the early MGBs aside from later models though is the metal dashboard that harkens back to one of the most attractive styling elements of the MGAs (US safety regulations mandated a pillow dashboard for cars produced after 1967). Mechanically. the formula of the MGA remained alive and well in the MGBs. The B series engine transitioned from one car to the next. although it was enlarged to 1789CC for use in the MGB. Redesigned front disc brakes made for more reliable stopping power. Most radical though was the use of unibody construction on the MGB. making for a much stronger and stiffer body that not only aided in rigidity going down the road. but also provided unprecedented safety in the event of a collision. Of the MGBs built. less than 20% had factory overdrive. making it a very rare option. Overdrive cars could easily reach and surpass the 100mph mark. This 1964 MGB Mk1 presented here is. unabashedly. the best Mk1 MGB for sale on the market today. It has just undergone a complete bottom up. nut and bolt restoration at a well known British car restoration shop in Florida. From top to bottom you will not find a better looking car. This is just about as nice as you can get for a car that you can still expect to drive on the road. as opposed to trailering it from show to show. The paint is gorgeous and has deep lustre to it. The body is straight. rust free. and not bondo-ridden like so many of these cars are. You can expect this car to hold up for years to come provided it is cared for properly. Underneath. the car looks just as nice as it does on the top-side. Mechanically the car idles well. starts right up (even in the cold). Going down the road the car is extremely solid. It tracks straight and does not wander. even on the highway at speed. The transmission is smooth and quiet. All the synchro's appear in good order as you would expect on a car that has just been rebuilt. Speaking of speed. with the overdrive unit the car is comfortable at 80mph and beyond. It can genuinely be used alongside modern cars. This is not one that you need to keep off of the freeways. All of the gauges and electrical components work as they should. It should be added that. although not pictured. this car also comes with a restored period correct fiberglass hardtop. as well as a black soft top and a black tonneau cover. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions whatsoever about this vehicle. Other Listings 1986 Porsche 911 1958 MG A 1977 BMW 633 Back to Top CONTACT US 401. 438. 4444 email About Us At Oxford Motorcars. we are enthusiasts – car-nuts. if you will – first. We have grown up in the shop and in the paddock and. from an early age. behind the wheel. In any given year. you can find us at Goodwood and the Glen. We have an undying commitment to the cars that we offer evidenced by years of scraped knuckles and oil-soaked shirts. We have made a commitment to be in business for the long haul. We stand behind our cars and our customers and will do everything in our power to make sure that you enjoy your next classic to the fullest extent possible. Shipping We sell many of our cars overseas. to international buyers. We have extensive experience shipping cars abroad and will be happy to help you make arrangements to have your new vehicle picked up and shipped anywhere in the world. Ultimately. shipping costs are the responsibility of the buyer. but we will do anything that we can to make the process easier for you. Terms We pride ourselves on the accuracy and detail of our descriptions. and we have many satisfied customers from around the world who have bought cars from us without ever seeing them. However. for those of you not comfortable purchasing a vehicle 'sight-unseen'. we are happy to set up an appointment for you to see and drive this car yourself. as well as speak with our manager about it. If you are unable to meet in person. we are more than happy to walk around the car and answer any specific questions or provide additional descriptions over the phone. You can reach us at (401)438-4444. Full payment is due within 7 days of the auction close by cash in person. bank-wire or another method agreed upon by the Seller. All buyers must contact Seller within 12 hours of the end of the auction or Seller may terminate the Purchase Agreement. Contact Us If you’re interested in this listing or have any questions please give us a call at: 401. 438. 4444 Or send us an email at: mail@oxfordmotorcars. com