1979 MG MGB 2-seat roadster
The MGB roadster was built at Abingdon from 1962 to 1980. Roadster and GT share one chassis-number sequence.
Confidence
95%
GHN5UL471315
1798 cc inline-4 OHV
Engine
2-seat roadster
Body
Classic Era
Era
Source: NICB VIN manuals 1975-81; Moss Motors MGB catalog.
No factory image on file
1979 MG MGB
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | G | MG |
| Engine Code | H | 1798 cc inline-4 OHV |
| Body Style Code | N | 2-seat roadster |
| Series Code | 5 | MGB |
| Series name | Mk III | Mk III |
| Market | US specification | US specification |
| Serial Number | 471315 | Unit #471315 |
| Year Code | L | 1979 |
Basic Information
MakeMG
ModelMGB
Year1979
Body Style2-seat roadster
ManufacturerMG
EraClassic Era
Body Styles Offered
- Roadster
- GT coupe
Body styles offered for this model line. This VIN encodes its own body, shown above.
Engine & Details
Engine1798 cc inline-4 OHV
Pattern SourceMg
Original Specifications
Length13 ft 2 1/4 in
Width4 ft 11 15/16 in
Height4 ft 1 3/8 in
Wheelbase7 ft 7 1/8 in
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)