Practical Classics On Colour Mgb Gt Restoration

This series of articles from Practical Classics covers the restoration of a æProject Car' over a period of two years by John Hill's MGB Centre. This decrepit two-seater was brought up to near-new condition, all tasks being followed by the camera in great detail. This together with material from earlier and later issued are brought together in this one volume. Covers all aspects of the restoration, mechanical, body, engine, suspension, etc.

This was the sixth car completely rebuilt in front of the camera for the Project Car series, the bodywork being done in the Lindsay Porter workshop. A restoration project such as this gives the owner a good insight into all the problems than can arise and their solutions. This books shows panel replacement, 1275cc engine rebuild, trim and all mechanical components. A supplement covers the rebuild of a µFrog-eye' Sprite.

"Produced in association with Castrol"--Cover.

This collection of articles is from the respected Practical Classics magazine that used this car as a project to inform the amateur restorer of the practicalities of rebuilding a used car. There are clear instructions backed up by many photographs on all aspects of the restoration. Useful for restoration and general maintenance.

The MGB, the epitome of the British sports car, has attracted a huge following because of its blend of good looks, practicality and decent road manner. During its 18-year production life, from 1962 to 1980, it underwent a bewildering number of changes to specification and equipment. An owner or restorer of an MGB wants to know where their car came in the cycle of production and thus what it should look like and what parts should be fitted, from tail lamps to door handles. Answers to all these questions can only be found in this book, with detailed color photography of the complete range of the cars.

More than 140 color photographs illustrate every state of preparation from minor repairs through filling and undercoats to a paint finish for a classic car.