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1967 MGB GT Mk1 - Riviera Blue/Restored Fast Road Spec/Overdrive​​​
The MGB GT is a classic British sports car produced by the British Motor Corporation and subsequently British Leyland between 1965 and 1980. Designed by Pininfarina, the GT was introduced in October 1965, bringing elegant Italian-influenced styling to the practicality of a sporting hatchback. With its distinctive rear roofline, 2+2 seating arrangement and useful luggage space, it offered an appealing alternative to the traditional open-top sports car, combining everyday usability with the engaging driving experience for which the MGB became so well regarded.
Milestone Classics are delighted to present this particularly attractive 1967 MGB GT Mk1, finished in Riviera Blue with a contrasting black interior. Benefiting from a comprehensive professional restoration and a carefully developed fast road specification, this is a BGT that offers considerably more than just classic good looks. The combination of its period styling, mechanical upgrades and extensive supporting history makes it an appealing proposition for anyone seeking a classic MG that can be enjoyed on today's roads.
The car was the subject of a full professional rebuild in 1997 by Hugh Finney of Classic & Vintage Restoration Services. The restoration included a respray in Riviera Blue, a colour that suits the MGB GT's elegant proportions particularly well and gives the car a strong presence. The bodywork and paintwork have continued to present well, reflecting the quality of the original work and the subsequent care invested in maintaining the car.
Under the bonnet, the five-bearing engine was reconditioned and upgraded with a Stage 2 cylinder head and fast road camshaft, providing a more purposeful driving experience while retaining the character of the familiar B-series engine. The overdrive gearbox was also reconditioned, making the car well suited to longer journeys as well as enjoyable country-road driving.
Considerable attention was paid to the chassis, suspension and supporting mechanical components during the rebuild and subsequent ownership. The specification includes Koni dampers, Hoyle Engineering rear suspension with disc brakes, and RV8 front suspension, which has received a more recent overhaul. The cooling system benefits from a high-performance aluminium radiator and Kenlowe electric fan, while the electrical system was comprehensively refurbished as part of the restoration, including the fitting of electronic ignition and an alternator. Replacement MG Owners' Club carpets and interior trim further complement the car's presentation.
Importantly, this MGB GT has continued to benefit from regular maintenance and ongoing investment since the restoration. A substantial collection of invoices documents work undertaken by successive owners, including servicing, replacement components and general upkeep. Rather than simply relying on its restoration history, the paperwork helps demonstrate the continued attention given to keeping the car in the condition it enjoys today.
The history file is particularly appealing to the enthusiast. It includes the original buff log book from new, together with V5 documentation recording the first owner and seven subsequent keepers, with only the fourth keeper missing from the surviving sequence. The car has had eight previous owners in total, and the paperwork provides a valuable record of its ownership over the years. MOT certificates dating back to 1996 add further historical interest, while old tax discs and a Haynes workshop manual complete the collection of period and practical documentation.
With its attractive Riviera Blue finish, black interior, professionally rebuilt engine, overdrive transmission and thoughtfully upgraded suspension, this MGB GT Mk1 offers an excellent balance of classic British styling and enhanced road manners. The extensive history and evidence of continued maintenance are equally important, providing reassurance that this is a car that has been appreciated and cared for well beyond its original restoration.
Whether destined for relaxed touring, classic-car gatherings, a weekend exploring the countryside or a summer evening drive, this handsome BGT has the character and specification to make every journey enjoyable. A well-presented and enthusiastically maintained example of one of Britain's most enduring sporting classics.
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