For us Americans, the idea of sporty driving means large vehicles with massive V8s and at least 300 horses waiting to be unleashed. Across the Atlantic in the United Kingdom, things were rather different in the ʼ60s, ʼ70s and ʼ80s. There, a sports car was a little thing, often no larger than a compact car, often sporting a four-cylinder engine under the hood. Enter the world of the British Roadster – open-topped machines with modest power figures and low kerb weights. This 1977 MG MGB Mark IV Roadster is a prime example of a ʼ70s British Roadster and it’s for sale by its original owner right now. The car boasts a host of new parts, a rebuilt engine, and up-to-date servicing. What more could you ask for?
The new custom paint worn by this 1977 MG MGB Mark IV Roadster is a pleasing shade of red, a color that really sits well with British roadsters because they’re meant to be small, plucky and prominent. This car enjoys a set of American Racing wheels with new tires, and has received a new undercoating as well, for longevity and rust protection. Furthermore, the black soft top that offers protection to its occupants is a new item too. The interior is a two-seat affair with a padded luggage area behind the seats. Perhaps you might be tempted to give your children a ride there, but they would start to complain after a while. British Roadsters aren’t known to be the most spacious cars, after all. This car has got some new gauges, a new black interior, new carpeting, and new seats. You’ll note the lack of modern infotainment systems and digital devices to distract you, after all, the true pleasure of a car like this comes from the mere act of driving it in a spirited manner.
This 1977 MG MGB Mark IV Roadster uses a 1.8-liter in-line four-cylinder engine with a new Weber carburetor, driving the rear wheels through a 4-speed manual transmission. We’re told that the car sports a new aluminum radiator, new brake lines, a new gas tank, new fuel lines and a new electric fuel pump.
1977 MG MGB Roadster
1,798cc I4
Single Weber Carburetor
4-Speed Manual
RWD
Red Exterior
Black Interior
Rebuilt 1,798cc I4 Engine
New Weber Carburetor
New Black Interior
New Carpet
New Seats
Partial New Gauges
New Aluminum Radiator
New Brake Lines
New Gas Tank
New Fuel Lines
New Electric Fuel Pump
American Standard Racing Wheels
New Custom Paint
New Undercoating
New Tires
Recent & Up To Date Servicing
New Black Soft Top
Original Owner
Few cars embody the classic British roadster spirit quite like the MG MGB. Compact, stylish, and approachable, the MGB defined open-air motoring for a generation of enthusiasts. This 1977 example, finished in British Racing Green with gold side stripes and Union Jack motifs, pairs vintage charm with meaningful updates. With a freshly installed replacement motor from Moss Motors (showing approximately 1,300 miles since installation), this Roadster blends collectibility with renewed drivability.
Morris Garages, or MG for short, used to be an iconic British automaker, responsible for some stunning sports cars, as well as more workmanlike family sedans. Today, the brand is owned by the Chinese and churns out mostly SUVs. The spunky sports cars of yore are no longer, save for examples like this 1975 MG MGB from Charleston, South Carolina. The MGB was made between 1962 and 1980, as the successor to the MGA. Nearly 524,000 cars were made during this time, but not many were preserved as time progressed on. So, this car, with its 75,790 miles and replaced convertible top represents not only a great way to enjoy a weekend back road blast, but a pretty darn good investment as well.
After the war ended, the popularity of classic British roadsters skyrocketed. Brands like Triumph, Sunbeam, and MG were able to market a great deal of fun, affordable, and nimble roadsters to a new generation of baby boomers who were happy to lap them up. While we may no longer live in that era, we can certainly do our best to recapture some of the joy that piloting a British roadster can bring, thanks to our featured car. It’s a 1977 MG MGB Convertible, known to be a compact, affordable, and stylish car. Located in the Bronx, New York, this example is reportedly showing just under 20,000 original miles on the odometer and is accompanied by its owner’s manual. With its original paint and a manual gearbox paired to the well-known 1.8-liter inline-four, this MGB presents as a time capsule from the golden years of British roadsters.
There comes a day when all is quiet on the responsible front, and you have your day opened up, and you just know that you have to make the most of it. You do have many choices. For one, you could stay at home and flick through what's new on Netflix, or you could choose to get out there and drive your heart out. If you choose the second option, you most definitely are in the right, but if you choose the first option, you most definitely know that your free time would have been spent better. Present today is your getaway into driving nirvana, and it takes shape with this lovely 1952 MG TD Roadster. This classic British motor hails from Monterey, Tennessee, and has just a reported 89,208 clocked in.
MG or Morris Garages is still around to this date. They started off as a maker of British family and sports cars, and this 1957 MG Magnette ZB Varitone is one of their stalwarts from the Fifties. It’s a four-door family sedan with a 1.8-liter straight four under the hood, delivering the kind of fuel economy that Fifties American cars could only dream about. This example has covered 75,000 miles and is up for grabs in Cadott, Wisconsin. It’s got a Varitone two-tone paint scheme and also boasts a reupholstered interior.
Giant Killers. That’s what nippy British sports cars like this 1960 MG MGA are often referred to as. Unlike our typical American performance car with its large V8 and massive dimensions, British sports cars use small, frugal engines, dinky dimensions and light weight to punch massively above their class. This also makes them truly exciting to drive because remember, its always more fun to wring out a car to its very last drop of performance rather than be forced to merely toe the throttle for much of your driving time. With cars like the MGA, you can enjoy rorty revving engines and crisp cornering, all without exceeding the speed limit most of the time. If you’d like to get in on the classic British sports car action, this 3,850-mile car currently waits in Fort Mill, South Carolina, for a new owner.
The 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 Convertible is a standout example of classic American open-top motoring, elevated by the presence of a desirable GTA-spec 390ci V8. Showing 11,364 miles on the odometer, this Fairlane blends vintage styling with thoughtful upgrades that enhance both reliability and driving enjoyment. The GTA engine—originally associated with Ford’s performance-oriented Fairlane GT/A models—adds an extra layer of appeal, delivering strong torque and smooth power delivery. Finished in light blue metallic over a blue interior with a white convertible top, this car embodies the spirit of effortless cruising with a performance edge.
The 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL represents the beginning of the iconic R107 generation, a platform that would go on to define luxury roadsters for nearly two decades. Showing 27,315 miles, this example stands out with its striking Signal Red finish and classic Bamboo interior—an unmistakably period-correct combination. Known for its durability, smooth V8 power, and timeless styling, the 450 SL quickly became a symbol of success and refined motoring in the 1970s. With both a removable hardtop and a soft top, it offers year-round usability, making it as practical as it is collectible.
This 1971 Chevrolet Nova Coupe is a fully restored and extensively upgraded street machine that delivers both show-quality presentation and serious performance. Showing just 1,656 miles since completion, this build presents as fresh, dialed-in, and ready to enjoy. Finished in stunning Vista Blue using PPG base/clear, the car has recently been cut, buffed, and polished to a deep, mirror-like shine, further protected by a ceramic coating. The all-steel body—including the aggressive 4-inch cowl hood—is exceptionally straight and clean throughout, including the floors, trunk, and frame. With its combination of low post-build mileage, high-end components, and meticulous restoration, this Nova stands out as a turn-key muscle car with both visual impact and real performance credibility.
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