My want for an MGB has increased

"norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback" (norskracer98) 06/08/2015 at 20:37 • Filed to: None

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Thanks to this video here.

facw > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback 06/08/2015 at 21:04

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The mirror on my mom’s melted off. Also, it was a little terrifying to drive with the top down, as you can clearly see that the windshield is below head level, so there’s zero protection in a rollover. Also under-powered, and with a dreadful electrical system (dim headlights, cigarette lighter doesn’t put out enough power to keep a GPS charged).

But damn it is a gorgeous car.

Slave2anMG > facw 06/08/2015 at 21:24

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The windscreen frame won’t support anything of any weight...you need a proper rollbar if you want protection.

Slave2anMG > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback 06/08/2015 at 21:26

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Look at a chrome bumper MG Midget...it’s an utter hoot...

ly2v8-Brian > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback 06/08/2015 at 21:37

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Just buy a full set (and I mean full) of tools when you get one.

norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback > ly2v8-Brian 06/08/2015 at 21:44

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Oh I know!

facw > Slave2anMG 06/08/2015 at 22:03

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Yep, but you can at least pretend. I was never bothered by it with the top up, where that is less obvious. My mother’s actually had a roll bar when she got it, but she had it removed as unstylish.

TwinCharged - Is Now UK Opponaut > ly2v8-Brian 06/09/2015 at 00:01

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That’s a Miata engine and gearbox under there, I'm surprised the video didn't mention it.

TwinCharged - Is Now UK Opponaut > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback 06/09/2015 at 00:03

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They're incredibly expensive though, the LE50 starts from nearly US$85k. You do get that Miata engine and gearbox for safety of mind though...

ly2v8-Brian > TwinCharged - Is Now UK Opponaut 06/09/2015 at 01:46

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That will help a lot

norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback > TwinCharged - Is Now UK Opponaut 06/09/2015 at 15:44

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I want the MGB not the LE50, it’s still awesome though.