MG B Roadster – 1974 (RHD)

 

HERO-ERA Premier Members receive a 10% discount on Arrive & Drive hire fees

MG B Roadster - 1974

A recent addition to the Arrive & Drive fleet is this 1974 MG B Roadster. A factory hard top is fitted as are Minilite wheels which do help in resisting punctures, couple this with an engine and drivetrain that are tuned for reliability on endurance events and you have a very easy to drive vehicle that can be incredibly competitive. One of the last chrome bumper bodied vehicles, this is sure to become a popular addition to the fleet - the MG B is probably one of the most successful vehicles in historic motor sport.

The roadster was the first of the MGB range to be produced. The body was a pure two-seater but a small rear seat was a rare option at one point. By making better use of space the MGB was able to offer more passenger and luggage accommodation than the earlier MGA while 3 inches (75 mm) shorter overall. The suspension was also softer, giving a smoother ride, and the larger engine gave a slightly higher top speed. The four-speed gearbox was an uprated version of the one used in the MGA with an optional (electrically activated) overdrive transmission.

Hiring this car is open to everybody. Please contact Mark on arriveanddrive@hero-era.com for further information.

Available on HERO Events throughout the UK and Europe





Specifications

The Facts

Performance

Power
83 bhp
Top Speed
106 mph
0-60 mph
8.0 secs
Torque
141 Nm at 2500 rpm
Brakes
Discs Front & Drums Rear
Suspension
Coil Springs
Miles Per Tank

Engine

Engine Size
1.8 Litre
Cylinders
Straight 4
Valves
2 per cylinder
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
4 Speed with Overdrive
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain

Dimensions

Fuel Capacity
50 Litres
Weight
971 kg
Length
4021 mm
Width
1570 mm
Height
1295 mm
Wheelbase
2311 mm
Turning Circle

Vehicle Hire Details

Our pricing is simple. Cars are priced by group and package price for HERO events. Cars are also available for corporate hire, bespoke tours, gift driving days and some also for promotional film work.

All our cars are regularly maintained by specialist mechanics. Each car is prepared to meet the requirements of regularity rallying. Arrangements can be made to view and drive the cars prior to hiring. Cars are equipped with a tripmeter and when necessary a “navigators event pack” and can be collected by the hirer, from our base in Bicester Heritage, or delivered to and collected from the event (additional charges apply).

Prior to taking control of the vehicle, our A&D team will do a full handover of the vehicle showing you all the controls and go through the vehicle with you.

HERO-ERA Premier Members receive a 10% discount on Arrive & Drive hire fees

ARRIVE & DRIVE MANAGER

Mark O'Donnell

Mark has worked with HERO for 5 years. He manages the Arrive & Drive fleet, providing storage of vehicles for a number of our clients, as well as being responsible for the vehicle logistics.


Email arriveanddrive@hero-era.com


Telephone +44(0)1869 254979