British Touring: 1965 MGB Convertible!

A classic car connaisseur drove a classic British sports car! And here are some of my thoughts of the MGB!

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[customkey]

Ed, you drove a car that people have been driving around in for 55 years by the time you posted this in 2020. So you drove a WORN OUT 1965 MGB. Plus, the 1965 driving experience is much different from the 2021 driving experience, you have to deal with drum brakes, carburetors with chokes, and big steering wheels. I own an old car from that era that I've owned since 1978, and driving it today is very thrilling - it's real driving. Not for the faint of heart.
I admire your work, keep doing what you do!

[jimmyduncan]

I've owned a 67 MGB GT special for around 25 years and it's by far the most personable little corner huger that Iv'e put my bum and my foot into.
It's the original tuner car because performance has to be teased out bit by bit and bored 40 over with a big valve kit and a shaved head you start to get the idea. The roadster might be more chic, but you cant really experience the sportiness without a roof holding it all together. Modern day convertibles still suffer from body twist and rigidity issues.
The MGB is a very forgiving machine and once referred to in the UK as the "poor mans Aston Martin".
Thanks Ed for all your videos.

[guyinaplaguemask]

my dad has a '78 MGB. it's fun to drive, although once I got my Mustang I realized how heavy the shifter is. Lack of power steering isn't terrible in our model, it just makes thing slightly more difficult

also a choke is to assist in starting the engine.

[vikos]

I have an 74 MGB. It does not rattle or shake. If your car is properly maintain, which this one does not appear, it should give you a smooth drive. Check out the silent blocks, suspension bushing, control arm. The gear box is very direct but quite light to handle so obviously yours as a problem. And remember, its genesis takes you back 60 years ago.

[BokBarber]

My heart wants one of these, but my brain says "I already let you have a 1990 Miata that gives you 90% of this experience with 22% of the headache. You'd be buying it just for the chrome and tailfins and you know it. Stop looking at Bring a Trailer. STOP LOOKING AT BRING A TRA-"

[roberthodgins]

I had a 71 MGB would cruse it at 80 miles an hour easily.

[donaldroehrig]

Had a '74 MGB, white. The one in the video brought back great memories. Loved that car. You are spot on. It wasn't a great car, but man it was fun. Thanks for a great video

[notpurple]

i owned one. they drove a lot like a tractor. it was a VERY mechanical experience. the only experience that is more visceral would be a motorcycle.

[fgb]

I drove an MGA about a year ago and it was an experience alright. Pretty good acceleration whereas it sounds from your words that the MBG is slower. The MGA was pretty primitive compared with more modern cars. I am still interested in a Triumph TR6 however or even a Spitfire. And if an Austin-Healey were ever to turn up I'd definitely be interested in it!

[GeelongVic]

Ed, I definitely agree that you have discovered the essence of driving, even motoring from the long ago era before freeway/autobahn high speed driving, all experienced during your short MGB adventure. Modern cars are, in effect, as generally satisfying as driving refrigerators, or driveable microwave ovens, it seems. Appliances have their necessary place for work day commuting., but most are devoid of "the romance of the open road" that you experienced briefly with the MGB. Thank you for a delightful video. Also, additionally, I enjoyed your recent collaboration with Adam of Rare Classic Cars. Good job, and cheers to both of you.

[balesjo]

A back road cruiser I got to drive a good bit in the late 70s was a Triumph TR6.I suspect it probably drove very much like the MG, but it was a hell of a lot of fun to put the top down and cruise through the winding hilly roads of northwest Arkansas where I attended university. Probably the most memorable car I can remember driving. It was Triumph's version of red with the pin stripes and British flag on the rear side panels, with a black convertible roof.

[kellybreen]

The whole point of the MG is to feel part of the road. As a Midget owner in Canada I drive mine from the time the snow melts till it returns. About 7-8 months a year. You don’t get into a Midget - you put it on. It is like what I think flying a Spitfire would be like.
They are noisy and you feel every pot hole but you know that you are driving and are responsible not like these Uber expensive modern cars that drive themselves and you need to set the cruise control because you have no sensation of speed.
You are engaged when you drive this type of car.
Technology is making for progressively worse drivers who rely on the tech to make up for their lack of skill and situational awareness.

[jacksutherland]

No 1st gear syncro is fun as well.
I like those cars. They remind me of an old airplane.

[dfboiler]

MGB's are wonderful, reliable and what you drive if you want to actually experience driving, not being taken for a drive by a modern car. It is not your daily car, it's your out for a drive car, your go get ice-cream or cider donuts car, your weekend car. Best comparison is driving a cafe racer motorcycle, pure fun, if not uncomfortable, not a long hauler, just full on focus on driving. But, , they are not put it away in the garage or leave it in the driveway and never touch it until you want to drive it cars. If you don't know basic mechanics, you know, like everyone used to do in the 70's and 80's, change your own oil, tune your own engine, do your own brake job, etc. you better have a ton of cash for someone else to do it, or don't get an MGB. 50% of the experience is working on the car for pure fun. And like owning a motorcycle, your pre-ride checks should be done.

[johnbee]

Our white 1979 MGB looks very similar, 'cepting the rubber bumpers on the 79. Fun little car, Sporty is definitely not equal to speed. And its exactly as we like it. High speeds in little british cars is the most fun possible - in my 1968 Triumph GT6 I would close in on 150 KM/H and had everything shaking. Reminded me of the old time rocket launches. Too much fun

[vernonjones]

Looks like you got one in a marginal state of repair. I'm glad you still "got it" that it is a fun car to drive. My '65 is quite comfortable at highway speeds and shifts well. Properly adjusted, the brakes and steering are more than adequate and were better than average for their vintage. You're kidding about having a tough time without power steering in an 1, 800 lb. car, right? "Never driven a convertible" before may make you the most unqualified car reviewer ever.

[ianperkins]

I had a 1972 MGB. Dang carbs wouldn't stay in sync. I much preferred the Midget I had a few years later, even though that thing was like 25% smaller. It was an absolute blast to drive for an hour or two, then you had to stop, stand up and let blood circulate back to your feet.

[lucsavoie]

You must have got a really bad one because mine has tons of power all round and a very smooth ride.

[matthewbarravini]

they make brand new electric MGBs that look the exact same, but the issue is they are super expensive, so even tho more reliable, its unaffordable compared to the regular MGBs for cheaper price.

[georgeskiener]

drive an R107, as much fun, without the inconvenients