Although MG found success with its T-type Midgets and MGA, the ‘B took sales to a new level, eventually becoming the world’s best-selling sports car until the arrival of the Datsun 240Z. A contemporary specification meant the ‘B was a delight to drive compared with its rivals, and there was plenty of power on tap, thanks to its recently upgraded 1.8-litre B-series engine. Four-speed gearbox (overdrive available), rack-and-pinion steering, independent front suspension, and disc brakes were standard fitments right from the start.
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