1953 MG YB

Highlights

• Comprehensive body restoration and respray recently completed at a cost of over £21,000
• Local car show winner for the quality of bodywork
• Completed a 1,700-mile touring trip around France earlier this year without any issues
• In current ownership for over eight years

The Appeal

The YB was the final development of the Y-Type saloon, distinguished from its YA predecessor by a front anti-roll bar and smaller 15-inch wheels. Ever-distinguished, if a little anachronistic by 1953, these upright-grilled sports saloons offered compact proportions, the celebrated XPAG engine, and rack-and-pinion steering designed by the legendary Alec Issigonis. The YB offered a rewarding driving experience that belied its modest proportions - but only 1,301 are known to have rolled out of Abingdon.

This 1953 example, finished in black and light green, has been in its current ownership since April 2018 and has received significant investment during that time. The owner carried out a body restoration and respray at a cost of over £21,000, with receipts available to support the work.
The interior and seats have also been restored, and a five-speed gearbox has been fitted to enhance the driving experience. The car's reliability was tested earlier this year when it completed a 1,700-mile MG Rally tour of France without any issues.

Key Information

• Mileage: 09,580 miles (indicated)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
• Technical specs: 1,250cc four-cylinder petrol, five-speed manual
• Paperwork: Collection of invoices, handbooks and manuals

The Detail

• Respray works were completed March/April 2026 so just been done making the paintwork excellent
• Interior and seats have been restored
• Five-speed gearbox has been fitted
• Completed a 1,700-mile MG Rally tour of France in May/June 2026
• Bodywork is clean and well presented
• Attractive two-tone colour scheme
• Brightwork contrasts nicely, with some patina
• Underside appears in good order
• Interior in good overall order
• Instruments clear and legible
• Dashboard is in good order with a nice, glossy finish
• The vendor reports that the car runs and drives well

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