Looking to get rid of an MGB that was a never-realized project for someone. The VIN lookup gives the following information:
Make: G - MG
Engine Type: H - BMC B-Series engine, 1.8L (MGB)
Body Type: N - 2 seated roadster
Series: 5 - Mk3 (1970-1979)
Market: U - USA (left-hand drive)
Model Year: G - 1976
7+ Car Number: 408243 - 408243
Notes: My understanding is the engine is NOT an MGB engine. Maybe a Fiat? The car/parts location is McAllen, Texas.
What is the name on the distributor? I believe most MG’s were Lucas and all the FIATs I’ve had were Magneti Marelli.
Are smoke seals intact?
Sorry, David. Not sure what you mean by smoke seal.
If the seals are shot, the smoke leaks out. Common on Lucas products… 
Lucas…Prince of Darkness.
Remember someone at a SCCA Road Race at Hallett making this observation.
Ah, a prop wash joke.
There’s no oil under the car. Guess we need to add some.
Running joke about British cars that have Lucas electrical systems: they commonly short out or fry themselves (whereas Magneti Marelli just fail). To fix them you need Lucas replacement smoke to refill them, sold as a kit with the injectors.
Be grateful it’s not a Chrysler Turbo Encabulator that went out!
