Author Archive: James Barton

MG B GT, Teal Blue fitted with overdrive and alloy wheels

Only 3k miles since a full body restoration and engine rebuild – 105 bhp on recent rolling road test

Polished ported head and fitted with the larger 13/4 HS6 carburettor conversion and sports exhaust

Servo brakes, electronic ignition, and drives like a dream

Tan leather interior with beige carpet all in good condition

New data has revealed that almost every area of the classic car market experienced ‘price corrections’ in 2024. But it’s far from doom and gloom; market experts and representatives from the UK’s leading auction houses have shared their tips on cars they expect to buck the trend, plus alluring bargains set to emerge.

Hagerty’s market data shows that nearly half (46 per cent) of all the models covered in its UK Price Guide have dropped in value since December 2023, and 46.3 per cent remained static. However, as in many cases, prices were moving back to sustainable levels after the 2021–2023 post-Covid boom. Hagerty reckons the market remains generally healthy, with value drops not too dramatic overall, and events, restoration and sales companies reporting strong demand.

1960s cars – particularly British brands – have fallen most, with Hagerty’s Best of British index now sitting at 98 per cent of its value recorded when it was [...]

Currently undergoing final stages of a full rebuild to Heritage Shell standard

The body has been totally rebuilt, painted inside and out in classic primrose yellow, and is rust free!

New floor pans, new sills new front and rear wings

Rebuilt unleaded engine; Rebuild gearbox and rear axle/differential; New clutch; New brakes; New radiator; Front suspension and brakes all rebuilt or new; Loads more!!

Fitted with wire wheels, overdrive, and Webasto sunroof

New headlining, refurbished dashboard, new carpet fitted – Only the black leather seats to fit

MG B Roadster Mk1, 1967, British Racing Green

History dating back 45 years including record of an engine rebuild

New clutch and brakes

Black leather interior

Currently be prepared and will be ready for sale by the end of this month

MG B Roadster Mk1 “pull-handle” model fitted with wire wheels and leather

Bodywork restored and in really good condition with excellent paintwork, and rust free engine compartment.

Rebuilt unleaded engine with strong oil pressure

New carpet; Black leather seats with red piping in great condition; Brand new hood just fitted

Chrome all excellent; Brand new wire wheels fitted with Avon tyres

Service history dates back 40 years!!

MG B GT, 1968, Old English White, Wire wheels, Leather

Bodywork and paintwork in excellent condition

Engine runs well with strong oil pressure; No overdrive but we can fit for £950

Black Leather with red piping

Over 30 years of service history including invoices for work and MOTs

MG B Roadster Mk1 fitted with overdrive, chrome wire wheels and leather interior

Restored by us in 2009 which included new floor pans, new sills, new wings, and complete respray in stunning Croydon Classics Bermuda blue!

Rebuilt unleaded fast road engine fitted by us in 2009; Overdrive gearbox, servo brakes, twin branch exhaust manifold and stage cylinder head

Black leather interior in very good condition; New carpet including fully carpeted boot; Chrome still all in excellent condition

Stunning and drives really well.

MG B GT, 1971, Tartan Red, Overdrive, Webasto Sunroof

Body work in excellent condition with beautiful paintwork; Bare metal respray carried out 4 years ago; Sills and floors all in excellent condition.

Rebuilt unleaded engine with an overdrive gearbox; New front suspension including new wishbone bushes; New rear leaf springs; New stainless steel exhaust system; New wheels and tyres

Black leather piped in red seats and black interior; New sunroof and headlining just fitted

We can carry out accident repair work, dealing closely with several insurance companies specialising in classic car insurance. Contact James to obtain an estimate.