Faults:

Transmission gave up the ghost in 1989, due to the fragile synchro gears and the wrong gear lube. Always use straight 30w non detergent oil in the crash-box and not the 80w90 you see in your local parts stores.

Wire wheel hubs gave up sometime in the early 90's. I guess all the wear on the wire wheels just wore them out. Note, put a bead of silicone on the inside of the wheel, covering the spoke heads, and grease the hubs every three months.

Replaced engine a year ago, the old mill was getting tired, but it now waits for the replacement to die off. I imagine that will be in around 2025 or so. Old engine bored, balanced, ported and polished, and ready to go.

I special ordered a Mallory Unilite distributor, and that has made all the typical British ignition problems disappear. (I keep the old dist in the boot just in case of failure)

General Comments:

I cannot imagine what life would be like without my MGB. The car has been through lots, taken me from coast to coast without any major problems. Driving across the desert was interesting... faster I went, the higher the temp gauge went. Anyway, travel at night, and all was well.

What I like most about this car is that it has developed a personality unlike my 94 Cougar. I know when the MG wants attention, needs oil (always) or just wants to stop and rest a while. The newer cars, while more comfortable, reliable and efficient lack the connection with their drivers. One final note, when driving with the top down on a cool evening it reminds me of doing some low level flying... Semper Fi.

Faults:

This MG B has only 30K miles and is in excellent condition, always garage kept. Only 691 miles driven in the last 3 years and only 6K in the last 17 years.

Very lucky to have found this MG and can you believe it; "in my own local". I am the third owner and I have the original paper work on the MG. I previously had a Midget 1978 and have always regretted selling it. Now I have a B and will never ever sell. My nine year old son also says he will never sell it.

General Comments:

Sorry I'm excited about the MGB and have reversed the comments here. I'm 54 years old and get excited about this car. I'm sure I'll have problems, but will enjoy working on it with my son.

Faults:

Master cylinder leak, rear cylinder leaks, radiator problems, cooling fan, alternator, water pump.

General Comments:

This was my first car, I still have it and enjoy working on it, which is good cause I have to often. Lately I have had very few problems. Eventually I'd like to restore it, but it is great to drive now. Fun car, but not one to rely on.

Faults:

Brake master cylinder leaks, clutch master and slave cylinder leaks, radiator leaks, fuel pump leak, carb leaks, bad front shock absorber, speedometer bad, 2 times. Water leaks around wind screen. Actually it has been reliable for the past six months.

General Comments:

I enjoy taking it out on some back roads with the top down, makes me forget about all the problems I had to repair during the first six months after buying it. I bought from a used car lot, not recommended in America. Try to find one with some maintenance history.

Faults:

I'm in Massachusetts, USA and rust is the biggest problem. As with any classic, there is no formal support infrastructure, but there are clubs and informal networks of mechanics who can help owners. Parts for MGBs are readily available from several mail order houses.

General Comments:

This is a fun summer car that attracts attention. Driving it puts you in touch with the road, and the wind in your hair keeps you young.