1977 MG MGB Roadster
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- Photo: 1976 MG B Roadster in Glacier White, front right, 2022-07-18 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1974 MG B Roadster by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1974 MG B Roadster (84940) by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1976 MG B Roadster in Glacier White, rear right, 2022-07-18 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: MG B Roadster - interior, manual gearbox by Indie102, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1977 MG MGB Roadster is a 1.8-liter inline-4 convertible with a 4-speed manual and rear-wheel drive.
The MGB measures 158.2 inches long on a 91.0-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L I4 (BMC B-Series) |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 158.2 in |
| Width | 60 in |
| Height | 51 in |
| Wheelbase | 91 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1977 MG MGB Roadster with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1977 MG MGB. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 7, 1985 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT
WIDESPREAD LACK OF UNDERSTANDING ABOUT THE OPERATION OF WEBBING SENSITIVE AND DUAL SENSITIVE SEAT BELTS HAS LEAD TO NON-USE OF BELTS BY A NUMBER OF OWNERS. SOME BELTS RETRACTORS MAY JAM, BIND OR LOCK. THIS MAY DISCOURAGE THE USE OF THE SAFETY BELTS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: NON-USE OF SEAT BELTS SUBJECTS OCCUPANTS TO RISK OF INJURY IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT OR SUDDEN BRAKING.
Remedy: INSTRUCTINS ON PROPER BELT USAGE AND SIMPLE CHECKS WILL BE SENT TO OWNERS AND WILL REPLACE ANY MALFUNCTIONING RETRACTOR.
NHTSA campaign 85V059000
Aug 2, 1978 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THE OVERDRIVE WIRING HARNESS COULD CHAFE AND CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE SLEEVE TO THE OVERDRIVE WIRING HARNESS AT THE BASE OF THE GEAR LEVER TO PRECLUDE CHAFING.
NHTSA campaign 78V164000
Apr 24, 1978 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
THE RETAINING SCREWS ON THE FUEL BOWL HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO LOOSEN, ALLOWING SEEPAGE OF GASOLINE FROM THE CARBURETOR.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL CHECK THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD/CATALYST SYSTEM AND CARBURETOR AND MAKE ANY NECESSARY REPAIRS WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 78V089000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1977 MG MGB. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.