1980 MGB Limited Edition - FINAL YEAR OF THE CLASSIC ROADSTER; READY TO GO!

1980 MGB
Limited Edition

No Reserve past the opening bid

VIN: GHN5UL498457G

Remember how much you cared for your first real girlfriend back in high school? When I was in the ninth grade, mine had the coolest Dad in the whole world! He worked as a regional rep for British Leyland and they had an MGB much like this car. He even let us drive it around the block once alone – something my father wouldn’t EVER let a fifteen-year-old get away with! Over the years I’ve owned many vintage British droptops and this is one of the nicest finds to come my way. Here’s a little background on the LE version:
“The Limited Edition (LE) MGB was produced in model years 1979 and 1980 to highlight the last cars coming from the storied MG Abingdon-on-Thames plant before it was shuttered at the end of that year. The final batch of MGB LE models all came in black. Each had the front chin spoiler, a chrome rear luggage rack, unique cast alloy wheels, silver lower body stripes with the British flag emblem embedded and a dash plaque announcing the Limited Edition status.”
Please look over the photos (all taken on August 21, 2021) and contact me with questions or to discuss a sale before the end of the Ebay listing. My name is Mark and I can be reached at 206/914-1173.
CONDITION:
My mechanic went over the car when it first arrived at my warehouse back in June. He was pleased to see the Weber Carburetor conversion as most factory Zenith-Stromberg’s fitted on these last MGB’s were fire-prone from fuel leakage. A Pierce intake manifold and custom tube exhaust headers have also been added. This setup results in more horsepower from the 1800cc engine and a nice, throaty tuned exhaust. An electronic ignition (with a high-output coil) was installed several years ago, so no worries about rough running or pesky points adjustment ever again. Even after sitting in the warehouse for a week at a time, the car always fires up immediately at first-turn of the key.
Most MGB’s came with cheap flooring when new and I’m very glad the interior’s been upgraded with black cut-pile fitted carpet throughout (I’ll include the factory-style rubber floormats pictured as well). Your bum will be comfortable for hours on these bucket seats with their original upholstery still in very decent condition. There’s one small screwdriver puncture on the driver’s seatback. Both door panels are original and well-above average as pictured.
Rust is always the first think I’m asked about when listing a vintage vehicle on Ebay. Here in the Pacific Northwest we do get a bit of rain, but no snow, so our roads aren’t salted during the winter. Most vehicles native to Western Washington (and, like this car, have been garaged) will never have more than a little surface rust on underside parts. Climb over, under and around this MGB; I know you’ll come up smiling! Though I’m not an expert, it appears there’s been one respray to the factory black paint. There are NO frontend rock chips or scratches. The Limited Edition stripes along the lower panels are complete and un-faded. The original trim and plastic light covers are very decent. All four factory alloy wheels are wrapped with newer 215/60R14 radials with at least 80-90% plus remaining tread.
New polyurethane front suspension bushings were installed last summer along with a new brake master cylinder and brake flex lines. The system was flushed and new fluid added. A new sending unit was added to the fuel tank then as well. All receipts will come with the title. So will the original owner's manual along with a new reprint and a complete copy of the wiring diagram (it is a British car, after all).
The four-speed full-synchro transmission shifts smoothly, just like it should, with NO clutch binding or slippage. This car has good speed, power, and steering. It feels tight on the road! A 1980’s cassette stereo in the dash, but doesn’t seem to power up (I’m guessing it'll quickly be replaced with a modern tune player anyway). Sony speakers are firmly mounted & wired in each door and should give years of future use. About the only other flaws to point out are several windshield cracks/dings. The car will come with a second frame-mounted windshield and a new gasket set (hopefully, that will all fit inside for shipping). I’ll also include the removable fiberglass hardtop. The original vinyl top and frame also are included, though it’s not perfect.
As a respected Ebay seller with many satisfied online vehicle buyers over 15 years, I want you to bid with confidence knowing this MGB runs and drives AND that it is being properly represented. Please don’t be upset if I miss a minor flaw or some issue comes up as NO used vehicle is ever perfect.
Please check the photos over closely and call me with any questions BEFORE you place a bid! You’re encouraged to stop by, look over the car at my Auburn, WA warehouse and take it for a test drive (or higher an inspection service to do it for you). As always, the vehicle is being sold “as-is, where-is” with a clean, free & clear Washington State title.
Because of the amount of money involved with a vehicle purchase, I reserve the right to cancel your bid if you have any negative feedback. I also ask that potential bidders with a feedback rating of five or fewer transactions on Ebay contact me before placing their bid. Please feel free to contact me directly thru eBay’s system or, as outlined above, call me at 206/914-1173 anytime. My name is MARK.
A Few Additional Terms and Conditions:
A $500 deposit is due within 24 hours of the auction's end and is collected directly by Ebay. The balance of the purchase price is due by cash (in-person only), a wire transfer or other certified funds within seven days of the auction closing. I can accept credit/debit cards but will need to first send an invoice from our card processor and ask that the 3.25% fee charged by them be added. Please remember you are bidding to buy, and I fully expect the winning bidder to fulfill their Ebay contract! You’re not bidding to hold or then come inspect and test-drive the vehicle later -- You’re more than welcome to do this before the auction ends.
If you decide to have the MGB shipped home, there are numerous vehicle transport companies to choose from. While delivery and the company chosen are the responsibility of the BUYER, I ship vehicles regularly and have access to the nationwide Central Dispatch System. I can check to see what typical delivery costs have been to your area recently and we can then post a transport offer for the car at a fair price. Usually, a shipper is lined up within a few days. You’ll pay the transporter COD when they arrive with the car. No upfront deposit or other hassles.
The MGB can be stored free of charge at my location for up to two weeks after the auction ends, assuming full payment has been received. After that period storage is $20 per day.
Final Note: I list and sell my vehicles exclusively here on Ebay. If you see them advertised on other sites BEWARE: you are being scammed. We've recently come across more than a dozen of my past auction vehicles (with my Ebay pics and descriptions lifted verbatim) on the scam site "Classic Cars for Sale" also listed as "TOPCLASSICSALE.COM". Some had been Ebay auctioned more than 10 years ago!

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