Registry: 1972 MG MGB GT
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Clark Lincoln's 1972 MG MGB GT
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Leather Interior
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“Greenmeanie”
1972 MGBGT
I have downsized our housing and space from 2500 sq ft. to 900 sq. ft. and a four car garage to a 1.5 car garage. Unfortunately, I have had to also downsize my LBC collection.
I have owned this BGT since 1986 and completed a full restoration that spanned 2006 to 2013. This car was disassembled down to the monocoque tub. Every part down to the last nut and bolt was rebuilt, plated, or replaced with new and or upgraded parts. I am a former SCCA racer, and now a Vintage participant. This BGT is prepped for reliability and a true sports car experience. Approx. 1500 miles on restoration.
Overview
3rd place in first show at SoCal MG car club 9/2014. Well sorted. I would not hesitate driving this MGBGT from California to Maine. Cruises Interstate at 80mph @ 3500 RPM*. I have set this car up for spirited driving. I have never abused or raced this restoration. Holds the road like it is on rails. Brakes straight without pull, but requires a lot of pedal pressure due to the twin,non assisted, adjustable bias, front/rear master cylinders. If you like the sound of a well built and tuned 4 cylinder motor, you will love the pitch of this nicely prepared BGT. Pulls strong through all gears easily exceeding 6000 rpm with no valve float. Stage one cam, aluminum radiator, petronics distributor, aluminum cross flow head ported and polished, weber outlaw 38/38 carburetor. Full suspension rebuild. Leather interior. This BGT is made for maintaining momentum, turning left, right, and braking. Cabin gets warm in hot weather, but what BGT doesn't? Has never overheated even in the California desert summer heat. In fact I have to block off the radiator in cooler weather to get 180 degrees with a 195 thermostat. Overdrive 3/4.
What needs attention.
Speedometer: Speedometer tested positive out of car before installation.
Suspect drive gear in transmission faulty.
Heater: Cross flow Head required a 3 inch extension to mount control valve due to valve cover interfering with installation. Cable control needs modification.
Boot/hatch. Mystery squeak. Possibly Hatch hinges.
Horn: Steering wheel hub needs shorter button plunger. Horn functioning but disconnected.
Wipers: Functioning. Arms and blades not installed. Included.
Paint: Typical nicks and scratches resulted from assembling painted car.
Seat belts: New. Difficult to pull out due to inertia mechanism designed for vertical installation. Currently set for my driving position but still adjustable.
Full Details.
The complete list of the restoration is too lengthy for listing on this site and is available on request. There are a number engine, suspension, and electrical upgrades. If you are a purest, then this may not be the car for you. It is priced in the mid teens accordingly as a number two car per Haggerty guidelines. As with all quality restorations, I have more invested than the asking price, plus the uncountable hours. I encourage inspections and a test drive.
The above was put together by the person I bought this car from in 2016 (Stephen Jones). I have changed wheels and tires since purchasing. (see my member ship photo)
Clark Lincoln
I have downsized our housing and space from 2500 sq ft. to 900 sq. ft. and a four car garage to a 1.5 car garage. Unfortunately, I have had to also downsize my LBC collection.
I have owned this BGT since 1986 and completed a full restoration that spanned 2006 to 2013. This car was disassembled down to the monocoque tub. Every part down to the last nut and bolt was rebuilt, plated, or replaced with new and or upgraded parts. I am a former SCCA racer, and now a Vintage participant. This BGT is prepped for reliability and a true sports car experience. Approx. 1500 miles on restoration.
Overview
3rd place in first show at SoCal MG car club 9/2014. Well sorted. I would not hesitate driving this MGBGT from California to Maine. Cruises Interstate at 80mph @ 3500 RPM*. I have set this car up for spirited driving. I have never abused or raced this restoration. Holds the road like it is on rails. Brakes straight without pull, but requires a lot of pedal pressure due to the twin,non assisted, adjustable bias, front/rear master cylinders. If you like the sound of a well built and tuned 4 cylinder motor, you will love the pitch of this nicely prepared BGT. Pulls strong through all gears easily exceeding 6000 rpm with no valve float. Stage one cam, aluminum radiator, petronics distributor, aluminum cross flow head ported and polished, weber outlaw 38/38 carburetor. Full suspension rebuild. Leather interior. This BGT is made for maintaining momentum, turning left, right, and braking. Cabin gets warm in hot weather, but what BGT doesn't? Has never overheated even in the California desert summer heat. In fact I have to block off the radiator in cooler weather to get 180 degrees with a 195 thermostat. Overdrive 3/4.
What needs attention.
Speedometer: Speedometer tested positive out of car before installation.
Suspect drive gear in transmission faulty.
Heater: Cross flow Head required a 3 inch extension to mount control valve due to valve cover interfering with installation. Cable control needs modification.
Boot/hatch. Mystery squeak. Possibly Hatch hinges.
Horn: Steering wheel hub needs shorter button plunger. Horn functioning but disconnected.
Wipers: Functioning. Arms and blades not installed. Included.
Paint: Typical nicks and scratches resulted from assembling painted car.
Seat belts: New. Difficult to pull out due to inertia mechanism designed for vertical installation. Currently set for my driving position but still adjustable.
Full Details.
The complete list of the restoration is too lengthy for listing on this site and is available on request. There are a number engine, suspension, and electrical upgrades. If you are a purest, then this may not be the car for you. It is priced in the mid teens accordingly as a number two car per Haggerty guidelines. As with all quality restorations, I have more invested than the asking price, plus the uncountable hours. I encourage inspections and a test drive.
The above was put together by the person I bought this car from in 2016 (Stephen Jones). I have changed wheels and tires since purchasing. (see my member ship photo)
Clark Lincoln
Vehicle Information
| Owner: | Clark Lincoln [Lincspeed] |
| Location: |
Dexter, MI, USA  |
| Status: | Running |
| VIN: | GHD5UC269354G |
| Model Year: | 1972 |
| Build Date: | 1971-12-31 |
| Original Colour: | Red |
| Current Colour: | BRG |
| Odometer: | 70,600 miles |
| Body Code: | G |
| Engine Type: | 18V 1.8 L |
| Transmission: | 4 speed w/overdrive |
| Last Updated: | 2018-11-08 15:47:43 |
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GHD5UC269354G
Factory: Abingdon, England Make: MG Engine: B-Series (1.2-2.4L) 4cyl Body Type: GT or Coupe Series: MGB MkIII (1970-1979) Market: USA, Left-Hand Drive Model Year: 1972 Car Number: 269354 Engine Code: Not Set These are "best guesses" based only on the VIN, completeness & accuracy are not guaranteed. Information entered by the owner should take precedence.
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Vehicle History
This vehicle's information was last updated on 2018-11-08 15:47:43
Ownership History
| Date | Owner ID | Notes |
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| Feb 7, 2017 | Clark Lincoln |
Owner Transfer |
| Sep 21, 2016 | nobody | Owner Transfer |
| Aug 6, 1986 | Stephen Jones |
Added to Registry (ID 23226) |
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