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MGB Roadster

The 1968 MGB Roadster is a significant and popular classic car for its elegant, chrome-bumper styling and important mechanical upgrades. As part of the MkII generation, it was one of the last MGBs to retain the pure, classic British sports car aesthetic before safety regulations (including new plastic bumpers) changed its iconic look.

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Nuts & Bolts

MGB Roadster

First registered: August 1968
Registration number: XLF 203G
Tartan Red
Chrome grill and bumpers

The MGB Roadster was launched in 1962 as the successor to the MGA, introducing a more modern and accommodating monocoque (unibody) construction. The Mark II (1967–1969) saw significant upgrades under the skin, including a new all-synchromesh gearbox, a stronger rear axle, and the shift to a negative-earth electrical system.

Classic Car Enthusiasm

The 1968 model is particularly prized for representing the sweet spot between classic chrome-bumper aesthetics and improved MkII reliability.

"Chrome Bumper" Design

The 1968 model is one of the last MGBs with the original, elegant chrome bumpers and lower ride height. Later models were fitted with heavy, black rubber bumpers to meet new US safety regulations, which many enthusiasts find less aesthetically pleasing.

Superior Driving Experience

The all-synchromesh gearbox and electrical upgrades, makes the MkII generation a more modern and user-friendly driving experience than the earlier MkI. This makes it a great choice for both casual cruising and more spirited driving.

Affordable and Accessible

The MGB Roadster is celebrated as an affordable entry point into classic car ownership. It is one of the most straightforward classics to service, with excellent parts availability from restoration suppliers.

Club Support

With a massive and enthusiastic owner's club community worldwide, the MGB is an easy classic to own. Support, advice, and social events are all readily available.

Iconic British Style

As a quintessential British sports car, the MGB represents a bygone era of open-air motoring. It has been featured in movies and was a common sight in the motoring press, solidifying its legacy as a charming and stylish classic.

“When production of the MGB came to an end in 1980, it was already becoming a classic and is now viewed as the ‘world's favourite’ with an entire support industry grown up around it.”

— Culburnie Classic Cars