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FAQ198O MGB LIMITED EDITION - ORIG OWNER CAR WITH 71K ORIG MILES - O/D & RARE AC!
| Make: | MG |
| Model: | MGB |
| SubModel: | LIMITED EDITION WITH RARE DEALER INSTALLED A/C! |
| Type: | Convertible |
| Trim: | Black |
| Year: | 1980 |
| Mileage: | 71,800 |
| VIN: | GVVDJ2AG520630 |
| Color: | Black |
| Engine: | 4 cylinder 1798cc |
| Cylinders: | 4 |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Transmission: | Manual |
| Drive type: | 2WD |
| Interior color: | Champagne |
| Vehicle Title: | Clear |
| Item location: | Santa Monica, California, United States |
| Extras |
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Air Conditioning Convertible |
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Description of 1980 MG MGB Black |
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West Coast Classics are proud to present agreat daily driving example of this rare and last year year 'Limited Edition' 1980 MGB Convertible original owner car in all original unrestored condition with a 4 speed manual transmission with rare factory overdrive and even rarer dealer installed air conditioning and beautifully presented in it's original 'Black' color paint with 'Limited Edition' graphics and 'Champagne' color seats and black carpets! In 1979 MG introduced a handful of special models to celebrate 50 years of production at Abingdon, the 1,000 UK-market Limited Edition cars being the last built there before the factory's closure in October 1980. At the same time another Limited Edition model - an all-black roadster - was released in the USA, celebrating 30 years of MG sales there and built to that market's special requirements. The final MGBs to be produced for 1980 were named “Limited Edition,” of which the first examples were shipped into Canada in late 1979. The Limited Edition cars for the American market were shipped to the U.S. in October of that year and came with one fan instead of two. All of these final MGBs were finished in black with gunmetal-grey side stripes along the body and a front spoiler below the polyurethane nose. Additionally, these cars came with five-spoke alloy wheels, manufactured by GKN with MG hub center appliqués, special body stripingand subtle interior upgrades and a luggage rack. A “Limited Edition” dash plaque was installed on the glovebox as well.Of all the rubber bumper cars, this is the most collectible model and the one to look for.The 1980 MGB Limited Edition was probably the best MGB ever made. The Limited Edition (Made for the USA) was shipped to the USA in 10/79 (with one fan, rather than two) and they introduced it with the Champagne interior. The manufacture of all MG’s ended in 10/1980. This particular car was builtin May of 1980. The car was sold to its original and only registered owners on 2/11/1981 at 'Prestige Motor Cars' of Las Vegas, NV where the dealer installed air conditioning, a very unique and extraordinarily rare option in any MG as any enthusiast will confirm! The car will be sold with its original purchase order, owners handbooks, service records and window sticker. It has no rust, no accidents, it'snice original black convertible top, a full weather tonneau cover and it's original factory spare wheel and tire tools in the trunk. All the options are working as they should including all gauges and lights and the car has factory power front disc brakes and 71K original miles. The car's factory options include: Overdrive ($300) Limited Edition Package ($600) Special Black Paintwork Special Alloy Wheels 185/14 Radial Tires Air Dam Front Spoiler Competition Type Steering Wheel Luggage Rack Black MG Coco Mats Limited Edition Silver Stripe Limited Edition I.D. Plaque Air Conditioning (Dealer installed) 4 Speed Synchro Gearbox Power Front Disc Brakes Center Console with Armrest Lockable Glove Box Tonneau Cover Map Light Clock This is obviously one very rare and highly desirable example of the last year of production of this classic British sports car - a nice and unblemished and all original rust free 1980 Limited Edition MGB roadster! The trunk, floor boards, rocker panels and all the typically rust prone areas are all completely solid and rust free - an obviously always garaged example! The 'Black' original color paint is in great condition as is the Champagne interior. This car drives very well, the engine purrs imperceptibly under the hood and the 4 speed manual transmission shifts smoothly through the gears - an absolute pleasure to drive! The temperature always remains cool and there are no noticeable oil leaks. This is a very rare example that has never been altered, never hacked or molested with speaker holes for example and with wiring that has not been tampered with. The car boasts it's original smog motor, stowage bag for the boot and tonneau covers and it's original bag with the tire changing tools. It has its original owners manual and a recent brake and fuel system service. Without a doubt you will look long and hard to find a finer all original and unrestored example of this one owner 1980 MGB rare Limited Edition model with very rare factory overdrive transmission and extraordinarily rare dealer installed air conditioning! A legendary and very rare piece of British motoring history - the last year example and a Limted Edition to boot - perfect for the MG enthusiast or any classic British car collector! For further information contact West Coast Classics through EBay or on 310-399-3990 during regular California business hours. WEST COAST CLASSICS, LLC Please note: TERMS OF SALE: YOU BID TO OWN: This vehicle is being sold by West Coast Classics, LLC; we are licensed and bonded vehicle dealers in the state of California. Please note that all vehicles sold to be registered in the state of California will be charged California sales tax on the final EBay sales price and any required DMV licensing, smog, documentation and registration fees. If leaving the state or country, the vehicle must be picked up by a professional licensed auto transportation company that can provide a bill of lading, otherwise California sales tax will be charged. (All licensed auto transport companies provide these). Any out of the state and international buyers will upon completion of the sale be sent by FEDEX the title and bill of sale for the vehicle and will be personally responsible for any sales tax and licensing and registration fees in their home state or province. All bids are legal and binding contracts to purchase the vehicle and by bidding you are hereby entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle and agreeing to accept and abide by these terms of sale: Mechanical inspections welcomed; if you wish to inspect the vehicle you must do so before bidding; upon request seller will be happy to deliver the vehicle to a local Santa Monica mechanic of your choice for your prepaid inspection before the reserve price is met. Once the reserve price is met this vehicle is to be considered sold in ‘as is, where is’ condition to the highest bidder with no guaranties or warranties implied or given. Please have all funds available before bidding as a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required from the winning bidder within 48 hours (2 business days) of auction end; an immediate $500 non-refundable deposit is required through Ebay’s Paypal service to end the auction early if the "Buy it now" option is exercised and the balance in full is due within ten days of auction end in any case. In the case these terms of sale are not met seller reserves the right to either re-list the vehicle or offer the vehicle to the next highest bidder. Seller reserves the right to end the auction at any time before the reserve price is met. Payment by bank wire transfer, cash in person or cashiers check only. All inspections must be done prior to bidding. The non-refundable deposit in the amount of $1,000 is due within 48 hours of the auction end via bank wire transfer or cashier's check via overnight mail. The full payment must be completed within 10 days regardless of a pick up date. In the event the deposit is not posted within the required period of time, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the next subsequent high bidder or relisted for sale. This is to be considered an absolute sale and the buyer is required to comply with all of my conditions in these terms of sale. By placing a bid and winning the auction you hereby agree to abide completely with these terms of sale and the terms of sale are to be considered a legal and binding purchase agreement. Once again, please note that there are no inspections to be made after the auction ends - please be sure to complete any inspection before bidding. The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid at any time and to end the auction early for any reason. The seller makes every effort to describe in detail any known flaws in the vehicle and includes many detailed and recent photos of the vehicle. The mileage on the vehicle is correct at the time of listing but obviously subject to minor changes necessary to complete delivery of the vehicle to the buyer and test drives etc. Please note that all used vehicles, especially classic and older vehicles, are by definition unique and complex and their condition, for better or worse, must always be considered a subjective opinion to each individual. Therefore the seller shall not be responsible for the absolute correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no guaranties or warranty in connection therewith. Vehicles are sold with one master key unless otherwise stated. Vehicles are sold with handbooks and manuals only if stated in the advertisement. Buyer hereby acknowledges that any definition or terms relating to a "matching numbers" description of any car has been met and the buyer has inspected the car and is satisfied with the description prior to bidding or purchase. No allowance will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle before bidding and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs whatsoever regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle. A documentation fee of $55, which is capped and regulated in California as opposed to some other states, is charged on each sale, which once established legally has to be charged equally on each sale, to cover any necessary costs related to FEDEX mailings and other professional documentation paperwork fees for processing documents to establish title and registration in order to complete the transfer of documents to the new registered owner. Good luck and thanks for your interest! |
