An MG Is Born

Mark Evans embarks on a brand new project, transforming a 1974 chrome-bumpered MGB Roadster from an unloved rust-bucket into a pristine classic car.

Mark continues work on his Roadster as he strips down the engine, battles with the body-work and takes a trip to the Heritage factory where new MGB body shells are being built.

The time comes for Mark to replace the MGB's three-part sill structure, strip and refurbish the rear axle and dismantle the differential.

Progress continues on the car as the body of the MGB arrives back fresh from the bead blasters. Mark visits a specialist engineering company that is refurbishing the overdrive unit to check on its progress.

Mark and the team turn their attention to building up the block, crank and pistons, while Pete lends a hand taking the MGB's engine to the workshop.

The rear axle is fitted to the MGB's shell using springs, plus Mark turns his attention to the gearbox as the new overdrive is fitted.