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An MG Is Born: 1973 MGB Roadster
Mark Evans restores a 1973 MGB Roadster, stripping it down and then rebuilding it, while providing insight into the engineering, design and restoration of this classic sportscar.
Episodes
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Episode 130 min2005-07-01
Episode 1
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.
Episode 230 min2005-07-08
Episode 2
Mark strips down the engine, starts work on the body-work and takes a trip to the Heritage factory where new MGB body shells are still being made.
Episode 330 min2005-07-15
Episode 3
The time comes for Mark to replace the MGB's three-part sill structure, strip and refurbish the rear axle and dismantle the differential.
Episode 430 min2005-07-22
Episode 4
The body of the MGB arrives back from the bead blasters, and Mark visits a specialist engineering company who are refurbishing the over-drive unit.
Episode 530 min2005-07-29
Episode 5
Pete heads off to the engine workshop with the MGB's old engine, leaving Mark and the team to carry on building up the block, crank and pistons.
Episode 630 min2005-08-05
Episode 6
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.
Episode 730 min2005-08-12
Episode 7
Fitting the MGB's handbrake proves troublesome for Mark, while building the upgraded heater from scratch also causes some problems for the team.
Episode 830 min2005-08-19
Episode 8
After stripping down the MGB's seats, door panels and centre console, Mark takes the bare bones to the seat surgeons for re-covering in red leather.
Episode 930 min2005-08-26
Episode 9
Mark glass bead blasts the engine inlet manifold, but soon finds there's a problem with the MGB's exhaust. Can he find a solution?
Episode 1030 min2005-09-02
Episode 10
Mark is behind schedule, and with the MGB's lights and the boot, bonnet and badges still needing to be fitted, it's a frantic sprint for the finish.
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