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The MGB Roadster was introduced in 1962 as a replacement for the MGA. In 1965, a Pininfarina of Italy designed GT Coupe version arrived. It had a fastback bodyshell and two occasional rear seats which, when folded flat, offered a generous load platform accessible via the rear tailgate. The GT was fitted with a robust five-bearing B-Series engine. During its production lifespan, over 125,000 examples of the MGB GT were built.
MG introduced the MKII model in 1967. This version came with an updated manual gearbox with revised ratios and synchromesh on all gears. An optional Borg-Warner automatic unit was available. Other changes included a revised rear axle and a switch from dynamos to alternators.
In 1969, Rostyle wheels replaced the prior pressed steel versions as standard equipment.
In 1972, the MKIII version was introduced. It has a new fascia and an improved heater.
In 1974, the MGB received its biggest visual change when steel-reinforced rubber bumpers replaced the chrome ones. The ride height was also raised by one inch.
1980 was the last year for the MGB Roadster and 399,070 examples were said to have been produced during an 18 year period with the United States being the predominant market. In commemoration of the final year of production, British Leyland introduced a USA version Limited Edition All Black equipped with special and unique features in 1980. They had a front air dam spoiler, special L.E. (Limited Edition) five-spoke alloy wheels (similar to a Triumph Stag) with MG hub center appliques, a three-spoke steering wheel with a special center hub, silver lower body stripes, and a luggage rack. A Limited-Edition dash plaque was installed on the glove box.
This particular example is a Limited Edition MGB Roadster. Its odometer currently shows just 6,000 miles. It has its original paint and interior.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2017
MG introduced the MKII model in 1967. This version came with an updated manual gearbox with revised ratios and synchromesh on all gears. An optional Borg-Warner automatic unit was available. Other changes included a revised rear axle and a switch from dynamos to alternators.
In 1969, Rostyle wheels replaced the prior pressed steel versions as standard equipment.
In 1972, the MKIII version was introduced. It has a new fascia and an improved heater.
In 1974, the MGB received its biggest visual change when steel-reinforced rubber bumpers replaced the chrome ones. The ride height was also raised by one inch.
1980 was the last year for the MGB Roadster and 399,070 examples were said to have been produced during an 18 year period with the United States being the predominant market. In commemoration of the final year of production, British Leyland introduced a USA version Limited Edition All Black equipped with special and unique features in 1980. They had a front air dam spoiler, special L.E. (Limited Edition) five-spoke alloy wheels (similar to a Triumph Stag) with MG hub center appliques, a three-spoke steering wheel with a special center hub, silver lower body stripes, and a luggage rack. A Limited-Edition dash plaque was installed on the glove box.
This particular example is a Limited Edition MGB Roadster. Its odometer currently shows just 6,000 miles. It has its original paint and interior.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2017
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1980 MG MGB MK IV Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the MG MGB MK IV
(Data based on Model Year 1980 sales)
1980 MG B Roadster Chassis#: gvvdj2ag516095 Sold for USD$17,600 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1980 MG B Chassis#: gvvdj2ag513870 Sold for USD$14,850 2023 Mecum : Houston | |
1980 MG B Convertible Sold for USD$9,900 2022 Mecum : Chattanooga | |
1980 MG B Convertible Sold for USD$41,800 2022 Mecum Indy | |
1980 MG B Convertible Sold for USD$9,350 2021 Mecum : Dallas | |
1980 MG B Limited Edition Roadster Sold for USD$10,450 2021 Mecum : Houston 2021 | |
1980 MG B Roadster Sold for USD$4,400 2021 Mecum : Houston 2021 | |
1980 MG MGB LE Sold for USD$12,750 2020 GAA : July 2020 | |
1980 MG MG Sold for USD$7,500 2020 GAA : February 2020 | |
1980 MG B Roadster Chassis#: GVADJ1AG515568 Sold for USD$7,875 2019 H & H - Pavilion Gardens Buxton | |
1980 MG MGB LE Sold for USD$5,000 2019 GAA : November 2019 | |
1980 MGB IV LE Roadster Chassis#: GVVDJ2AG509607 Sold for USD$12,100 2019 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Corpus Christi Old Car Museum Auction | |
1980 MGB GT Chassis#: GVGEJ1AG512184 Sold for USD$7,646 2019 Bonhams : MPH September Auction | |
1980 MG Convertible Sold for USD$6,050 2019 Mecum : Louisville | |
1980 MG MGB Sold for USD$8,000 2019 GAA : July 2019 | |
1980 MG MGB CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: GVVDJ2AG520841 Sold for USD$6,820 2019 Barrett-Jackson : Northeast | |
1980 MG MGB Chassis#: GVVDJ2AG501650 Sold for USD$7,150 2019 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale | |
1980 MG B Convertible Sold for USD$11,550 2019 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1980 MG B Limited Edition Sold for USD$7,500 2018 Leake - Dallas Fall 2018 | |
1980 MG B Sold for USD$5,000 2018 GAA : November 2018 |
MG MGB MK IVs That Failed To Sell At Auction
1980 MG MGB MK IV's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1980 MG B LE | 2021 Mecum : Orlando | $9,000 | |||
1980 MG B | 2020 GAA : February 2020 | $12,500 | |||
1980 MG B Roadster | 2019 Mecum : Kissimmee | $7,000 | |||
1980 MG B Roadster | GVADJ1AG515568 | 2018 H & H Auction Imperial War Museum, Duxford | $8,000 | $10,000 | |
1980 MG B Limited Edition Convertible | 2018 Mecum : Dallas | $6,000 | |||
1980 MG B GT | GVGEJ1AG516767 | 2018 H&H Pavilion Gardens Motor Car | $7,000 | $8,000 | |
1980 MG B Convertible | 2018 Mecum : Kissimmee | $8,000 | |||
1980 MG B Roadster LE | 2017 Amelia Island Select : Hollywood Wheels Auction | $35,000 | $45,000 | ||
1980 MG BGT | 2016 Barons : Annual Christmas Classic Sandown Park | ||||
1980 MG MGB | 2016 GAA : July 2016 | $6,000 | |||
1980 MG B | 2016 Carlisle Auctions : Spring Carlisle | ||||
1980 MGB Convertible | 2015 Collector Car Productions Toronto Spring Classic Car | $5,000 | |||
1980 MG B Convertible | 2015 Mecum : Houston | ||||
1980 MG B Convertible | 2015 Mecum : Kissimmee | $6,500 | |||
1980 MG B Convertible | 2013 Leake Car Auctions Tulsa Ok | $7,500 | |||
1980 MG MGB Limited Edition Roadster | 2013 Auctions America Auburn Spring | $4,900 | |||
1980 MG MGB Limited Edition Roadster | 2013 Auctions America Spring Carlisle | $12,500 | |||
1980 MG B | 2009 Carlisle Auction 09 Fall Carlisle Collector Car Auction | $10,000 | |||
1980 MG B ROADTER | 2003 Kruse Auction Tulsa, OK | $4,000 | |||
1980 MG B ROADSTER | 2003 Kruse Auction Tulsa, OK | $4,000 | |||
1980 MG B CONVERTIBLE | 2001 Kruse Auction Scottsdale Arizona | $6,800 |
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