Registry: 1975 MG MGB MkIII
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Dane Lay's 1975 MG MGB MkIII
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Added dual HIFs, lowered, 15 VTO wheels
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Purchased by my father from the original owner sometime in the summer of 1976. Always garaged and only driven for pleasure since. Attended many British Cars events throughout the Midwest in the 80's and 90's. Stored and unused since about 2000. Dad passed in 2023.
Has original Glacier White paint, Autumn Leaf interior, and drivetrain. Never wrecked or modified. No major parts ever replaced other than soft top, and tires.
2024 update: I decided to do a couple subtle upgrades just to make it more enjoyable and encourage using it. I purchased reconditioned HIF carbs from England, paired with dual Tourist Trophy exhaust, re-bushed the suspension and added the Moss lowering kit, added a stock front sway bar (‘75 and ‘76 didn’t have one), added a body matched Special Tuning air dam, and changed to 15” VTO wheels and Goodyear Eagle tires.
I love it. It runs great. I think dad would like it too.
Has original Glacier White paint, Autumn Leaf interior, and drivetrain. Never wrecked or modified. No major parts ever replaced other than soft top, and tires.
2024 update: I decided to do a couple subtle upgrades just to make it more enjoyable and encourage using it. I purchased reconditioned HIF carbs from England, paired with dual Tourist Trophy exhaust, re-bushed the suspension and added the Moss lowering kit, added a stock front sway bar (‘75 and ‘76 didn’t have one), added a body matched Special Tuning air dam, and changed to 15” VTO wheels and Goodyear Eagle tires.
I love it. It runs great. I think dad would like it too.
Vehicle Information
| Owner: | Dane Lay [Ozark340] |
| Location: |
Thayer, IL, USA  |
| Status: | Running |
| VIN: | GHN5UF382153G |
| Model Year: | 1975 |
| Build Date: | 1975-07-17 |
| Original Colour: | Glacier White |
| Current Colour: | Glacier White |
| Odometer: | 41,000 miles |
| Body Code: | GU23T014168P |
| Engine Type: | 1.8L 4 Cyl 5 Main B- Series |
| Engine Code: | 18V797AEL7301 |
| Transmission: | 4 Speed Non-overdrive |
| Last Updated: | 2024-09-12 19:35:22 |
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GHN5UF382153G
Factory: Abingdon, England Make: MG Engine: B-Series (1.2-2.4L) 4cyl Body Type: 2 Seat Roadster Series: MGB MkIII (1970-1979) Market: USA, Left-Hand Drive Model Year: 1975 Car Number: 382153 Engine Size: 1798cc Engine Type: Vertical (inline) Engine Code: 797AE Code Re: Exhaust emission control Code Bf: Lucas 16ACR or 17ACR alternator, negative earth Code Pf: Pre-engaged starter motor (non standard) Code Ck: Anti-run on valve Code Hl: 1975 Federal regulation Code We: Center gear change Code AE: Carburetor crankcase ventilation, air temperature control and evaporative loss control. Engine Number: 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 2024-09-12 19:35:22
- Changes from 2024-09-12 19:21:18 to previous 2020-01-29 10:20:14
- Status Repairs in progress → Running
Ownership History
| Date | Owner ID | Notes |
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| Jul 1, 1976 | Dane Lay |
Added to Registry (ID 49145) |
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